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Ford’s bestseller is an almost constant feature as Brits reveal the cars they will buy in their lifetime. The study for car finance experts Zuto found that at all stages of our life – from the moment we pass our test to when we hit retirement – the Ford Fiesta …

TomTom Telematics has launched CURFER – a smart connected car solution designed to help motorists improve their driving style. TomTom CURFER consists of a smartphone app and a small on-board diagnostics (OBD) device. Feedback includes live and retrospective information on your braking, cornering, acceleration and idling. In addition, various car …

Just 10% of second-hand car buyers bother to check a vehicle’s history before purchasing, according to new research. Vehicle history data from the RAC Car Passport service reveals that nine out of 10 motorists are taking on unnecessary risk when it comes to vetting the next car in their life. …

Watch Formula One ace Felipe Massa drive the Jaguar C-X75 featured in new 007 movie, SPECTRE. The Williams Martini Racing driver took the supercar for a spin in Mexico. “It was a thrill to take the wheel of a real stunt car used in a Bond movie,” said Felipe. “Jaguar …

If ever there was a car that will become a future classic, it’s the Volvo V60 Polestar. The standard V60 is good in itself, but once Polestar – a Swedish tuning company now 100% owned by Volvo – got their hands on it… it became a car transformed. And it’s …

Most smartphone users admit to using their devices when crossing the road, even when there is no formal crossing, according to new research. Ford surveyed 10,000 people across Europe and found that young people aged 18-24 are most at risk. This age group is most likely to have used mobile …

First production Triumph TR5 roadster to be sold by Classic Motor Cars (CMC) – yours for £79,500. The right hand drive 1967 TR5 will be on display at the Classic & Sports Car show at Alexandra Palace (Oct 30 – Nov 1). One of only 1,100 produced, it was manufactured …

Eight out of 10 company car drivers admit to speeding on motorways, according to a new survey. In total, 81% of company car drivers admitted to regularly breaking the 70mph speed limit, compared to 69% of private motorists. However, the research for RAC Business, found that 90% still considered themselves …

Nine out of 10 motorists say they are confused by road signs, according to an alarming new survey. The research, which was commissioned by car finance expert, Zuto, also reveals that a third of UK drivers are unable to recognise the national speed limit and more than 40% confused by …

One in three drivers have been involved in an unreported incident with another car during the winter months –  18% more than those who have been involved in this during British Summer Time. The survey by dash cams retailer, LaptopsDirect.co.uk, quizzed 1,000 motorists on their experiences of driving during Greenwich Mean …