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The Driving Decisions...

The Driving Decisions survey by the Tickbox.net website polled 2,300 people, and highlighted growing concerns about standards behind the wheel. It also found weary motorists are still more likely to open a window than stop at a service station - in spite of the Government"s "Don"t drive tired" campaign.



It’s an obvious...

It’s an obvious question, but it’s one I’m embarrassed to answer: “What sumptuous machines have you got in your garage, Tiff?”. I know I’m expected to own either a Porsche or a Ferrari, or probably both. And I simply hate to disappoint, but the truth is it’s... well, a Honda quad bike and the flail mower I tow behind it! Of course there are a couple of cars in the drive – the well worn family Mercedes ML320 SUV with 105,000 miles on the clock and my latest long-term test machine, a manual BMW 550i. But that’s it. And it does make me feel a bit guilty. As a true petrolhead, I feel I really ought to have something really special. But what...?


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The car has been freshened...

The car has been freshened in a bid to spice up what is one of the manufacturer"s oldest models. The redesign is similar in scale to that given to the S80 last year, so don"t expect too many significant changes.

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Swedish firm Volvo has...

Swedish firm Volvo has revealed the first details and prices of its eagerly anticipated XC60 SUV.

Due to arrive at dealers in October, the stylish crossover will go head-to-head with premium SUV rivals, such as the forthcoming Audi Q5 and the desirable Land Rover Freelander.

Three trim levels will be available from launch: S, SE and range-topping SE Lux. All versions will be available with two variants of the D5 turbodiesel, generating 161bhp and 182bhp respectively, while SE and SE Lux versions can also be specified with the 281bhp turbocharged T6 petrol.

S models feature 17-inch alloys, electronic climate control and MP3-compatible stereos as standard, while SE variants gain Hill Descent Control, an electrically powered driverð€™s seat and power door mirrors. Top spec Lux versions get 18-inch alloys, active headlamps and parking sensors.

Prices for the entry-level S models start at £24,750, while SE spec models are available from £26,250 and SE Lux variants costing upward of £28,750. Further pricing and specification details will be released at the next monthð€™s British Motor Show.




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