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Test your knowledge: What cult Japanese cars are famed...

With its bonsai trees and capsule hotels, Japan may seem to love the miniature. And there's one other example of Japan's obsession with downsizing:...
Published 15 March 2015
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News: London cuts limit on eight main roads to 20mph

Some of Britain’s main arterial roads will have their speed limit slashed to 20mph under radical plans to reduce emissions and improve safety
Published 15 March 2015
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News: Diesel levies may force up cost of new vehicles

A backlash against diesel cars could add hundreds of pounds to the price of new vehicles, industry figures warned
Published 13 March 2015
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News: BMW X5 named most stolen premium car for sixth...

THE BMW X5 is one of the most popular posh SUVs in the UK, thanks to its stylish design, gadget-packed interior, advanced diesel engines and solid...
Published 13 March 2015
Jeremy Clarkson fracas - punched a Top Gear producer details

Clarkson reported himself to BBC after 'fracas'

Jeremy Clarkson reported himself to the BBC’s director of television after the so-called “fracas”
Published 13 March 2015
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News: Motorist racks up 40 points. . . without ever...

The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) is calling for action after it discovered that a motorist from Lewisham has racked up 40 penalty points
Published 12 March 2015
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News: Lukewarm reception to 'eco-feminist' Top Gear...

Top Gear fans reacted with incredulity yesterday to plans for an alternative...
Published 12 March 2015

Me and my classic motor: Land Rover Series IIA

Bought in 1990 as a temporary replacement for a car that had been stolen, the 1962 Series IIA Land Rover quickly found its way into the affections...
Published 11 March 2015
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Driver distractions: why a smartwatch could lead to...

The new generation of smartwatches could pose a bigger risk to drivers and other road users than using a handheld phone at the wheel
Published 11 March 2015

Driving distractions: the gadgets most likely to cause...

From touchscreen sat navs and music systems to syncing phones and now the Apple Watch, an Innovations catalogue of distracting gizmos is fighting...
Published 11 March 2015
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News: Driver fined £39,000 for being 14mph over limit

A driver has been fined €54,000 (£39,000) for breaking a 50mph speed limit by 14mph. Reima Kuisla, a racehorse owner and trainer, lives in Finland...
Published 09 March 2015
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News: Spectre of bad luck hovers over latest 007 film

The 2002 Bond movie Die Another Day featured a character called Jinx, played by Halle Berry. No need for her on the set of the latest instalment...
Published 09 March 2015