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Electric cars can be sexy

Electric cars can be sexy

Friday, October 3rd, 2008

It seems that the name synonymous with glamour, speed and excellent design, Pininfarina, has unveiled its own electric car. What's its MPG? If all electric cars looked like this, I'd be first in line If we're honest, electric cars, apart from the Telsa have been pretty rubbish in ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
Fuel Economy Facts & Myths: How you really can get more between fill-ups – Part 2:

Fuel Economy Facts & Myths: How you really can get more between fill-ups – Part 2:

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

Now, more than ever, drivers are looking for ways to improve their car’s fuel economy in an effort to reduce fuel consumption and expenditure. In the previous article in this little series we looked at some of the tips that have either been made obsolete by ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
A night driving guide for all those F1 drivers this weekend

A night driving guide for all those F1 drivers this weekend

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008

This weekend sees the first ever Formula 1 night race. We all know that driving in the dark can be a little tricky, so we've put together a handy little guide to help Lewis Hamilton and friends avoid the hazards of night driving.... Some people like driving at night. Others ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
Fuel Economy Facts & Myths: How you really can get more between fill-ups – Part 1:

Fuel Economy Facts & Myths: How you really can get more between fill-ups – Part 1:

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008

Now, more than ever, drivers are looking for ways to improve their car’s fuel economy in an effort to reduce fuel consumption and expenditure. There have been many tips and tricks promoted and popularised over the years, but how many of these actually stand up to the test? Some are just the motoring equivalent of Urban Myths, others may have held ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
Men would give up their car quicker than women…

Men would give up their car quicker than women…

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008

In an survey undertaken by this very blog, we’ve found some really startling things out from you, or avid reader. Who is more likely to crash a car and not tell anyone? Who would give up their car to be greener? All is revealed below…. Men are six times more likely to speed than Women It’s a classic, but it’s ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
UK car registrations down 20% for the new '58' plate

UK car registrations down 20% for the new ‘58′ plate

Thursday, September 4th, 2008

It's that time of the year again when, as a lad I used to go to the roads, with a pen and paper and note down how many 'new cars' I could see. I still remember the excitement when I say my first H reg car. But that's going back a bit! Unfortunately the times are changing and the latest figures ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
The World's Cheapest Hybrid

The World’s Cheapest Hybrid

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008

Next year, Honda are going to release The World's Cheapest Hybrid, the Honda Civic IMA it looks like this car is going to cost from £17,145, making it cheaper than a second-hand Toyota Prius. Honda - doing it right - again With figures like that, I might even be moved ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
Truth and Lies in Car Insurance

Truth and Lies in Car Insurance

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008

The number one thing to remember, and to always keep foremost in your thoughts when purchasing any kind of insurance - particularly for your car - is that insurance companies are out to make money. It might seem simple common sense to state that so bluntly, but when you are being dazzled by specious guarantees and spurious quotes, it is easy ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
The future of F1

The future of F1

Wednesday, August 27th, 2008

The sound and pollution of the Formula 1 track is the reason we all go to see them, right? Well - perhaps in the future the racing may be a little bit different. The Formula Zero championship race has just been held, designed for Karts producing zero emissions. Is this the future of Formula 1? Silent running, no ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
A Hummer is greener than a Prius

A Hummer is greener than a Prius

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

If you were to walk down the street, taking a survey of which vehicle is more environmentally friendly: the Hummer or the Toyota Prius, what would the likely answer be? I think it’s a safe bet that most people would say the Prius. The Prius - ...
Written by: Gareth Robinson
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