The all-new Vauxhall Corsa was the UK’s best-selling vehicle in the crucial September plate-change month, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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September marked the end of three months of fuel price increases
September saw the end of three consecutive months of rising fuel costs, according to data released today.
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Tyre safety month: Here’s what to check to keep your tyres in order
October marks tyre safety month, highlighting an often overlooked aspect of car maintenance. As the main point of contact between the car and the road, tyres are absolutely crucial when it comes to a vehicle’s overall safety.
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New Assisted Driving Grading introduced to help clarify safety technology
A new system of Assisted Driving Grading, which aims to help drivers understand how to use the safety technology incorporated into nearly all new cars, has been launched.
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Augmented Reality: New Mokka Can Park on Driveways Today
Vauxhall has introduced a new Augmented Reality (AR) filter that allows Instagram users to see how the all-new Mokka will look parked on their driveway.
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DVLA launches online replacement logbook service
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has introduced a new online service which drastically cuts the time required to obtain a replacement logbook.
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Vauxhall Introduces New Logo
Vauxhall Motors has today officially unveiled its latest logo design, presenting a “confidently British” reworking of its iconic griffin emblem.
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How big are the loyalty penalties paid by home and motor insurance customers?
Loyal home and motor insurance customers could find themselves paying significantly more than new customers, the City regulator has found.
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Speeding threatens road safety as much as drink and drug driving, says charity
A leading independent UK road safety charity is calling for speeding to become as socially unacceptable as driving under the influence after discovering that many people see excessive speed as acceptable.
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New Vauxhall Mokka goes on sale from £20,735
Vauxhall has confirmed prices and specifications for the all-new Mokka and the 100% electric Mokka-e, with order books now open.
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Theory test updates come into force on September 28 – here’s what you need to know
The theory test is being updated on September 28. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Authority (DVSA) had originally planned to introduce the updates back in April, but the changes were pushed back due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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English Motorway speed limit to be slashed to 60mph on Four Stretches
The speed limit will be reduced to 60mph on four stretches of English motorway in an effort to reduce air pollution.
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Vauxhall announces pricing for new Vivaro-e Life
Vauxhall has confirmed prices for its new all-electric Vivaro-e Life multi-seat passenger car. The Vivaro-e Life is available with up to nine seats and is capable of driving up to 143 miles with zero emissions from a single charge, priced from £34,645*.
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Top Gear shows off socially distanced audience while filming for new series
The first episode of the new Top Gear series has been filmed in front of a live audience, with a clever approach to social distancing.
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Third of UK motorists have put off car servicing because of coronavirus
A third of UK drivers have delayed getting their car serviced as a result of the financial constraints caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a new survey has found.
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Most car drivers exceed 30mph limit
The majority of car drivers exceed the speed limit on 30mph roads, new figures show.
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Rare chance to buy surplus Vauxhall heritage vehicles
Vauxhall Motors’ famous Heritage Collection is selling 11 of its vehicles due to space constraints, prior to its relocation at the end of the year.
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August sees third consecutive monthly fuel price rise but prices not expected to rocket
The price of petrol and diesel rose for the third month in a row – though figures suggest that they aren’t rapidly approaching pre-pandemic levels.
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New plea to stop young drivers carrying friends in cars
Restrictions should be imposed on young motorists because they often act as “taxi drivers for their mates”, MPs have heard.
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Vauxhall Reveals All-New MOKKA
Hot on the heels of the new battery-electric Vauxhall Mokka-e, Vauxhall has revealed details of the advanced petrol and diesel engines that will power the all-new Mokka. Highly efficient and more compact than ever, the all-new Mokka is the perfect combination of fun and modernity – ideal for urban trips and long motorway drives.
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