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A Question of Motorsport Auto Trader Blog
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No manual gearbox for Ferrari 458 – but will anyone miss it? Auto Trader Blog
Create the star of Forza 3 Auto Trader Blog

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Ford Mondeo Econetic Titanium car review - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
A luxury-spec Ford Mondeo for 73 a month? Deputy web editor Stuart Milne was among the first to drive the company car driver-pleasing Ford Mondeo Econetic Titanium.
Vauxhall Corsa joins the tax-free club - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Vauxhall has announced it will offer a Corsa which emits just 98g/km of CO2, which qualifies it for a free tax disc.
Lexus RX450h Ten Point Test - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
The Lexus RX series has been a real success for the Japanese luxury marque, and marked a line in the sand with the option of hybrid models.
Review: Tax-free 83mpg Polo - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
The Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion has style and sophistication by the bucket load and it's a hard combination to resist. Read our full review.
Can a computer game ever improve on real life? Auto Trader Blog
Crash? Just open the road Auto Trader Blog
Weird celebrity cars Auto Trader Blog
Absolute power corrupts absolutely Auto Trader Blog
Do you love your ‘Beast’? Auto Trader Blog
Beached Bugatti: Car-ma? Auto Trader Blog
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Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Why the Audi Q7 V12 TDI could revolutionise diesel Auto Trader Blog
Manor GP confirm Timo Glock for 2010 - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Manor Grand Prix have confirmed that Timo Glock will lead their attack in their first season in Formula One. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Media briefings turn against Button - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The tables may have been turned on Jenson Button in his perceived strategy of attempting to pressurize Brawn-Mercedes into increasing his salary after the team allegedly briefed the press that his demands had already been met. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Lotus driver announcement expected 'soon' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Lotus team boss Tony Fernandes has announced that the new Formula One team has
Bulgaria's F1 hopes suffer a blow - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Bulgaria's hopes of hosting a round of the Formula One World Championship have suffered a severe blow after the Bulgarian Motorcycling Federation suspended all activities. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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'Mercedes confirm Brawn take-over' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed their take-over of Brawn GP but refused to comment on Mercedes GP's driver line-up. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Brawn hails Mercedes take-over - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ross Brawn has welcomed the take-over of his F1 outfit by Mercedes, who on Monday announced they'd bought 75.1% of the team. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Full statement on McLaren-Mercedes deal - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Dennis has no fears for McLaren's future - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
McLaren Group boss Ron Dennis is confident his company's F1 team will continue to thrive despite losing the back of Mercedes-Benz. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Button lifeline as Merc insist they won't be all-German - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Mercedes, the newly-confirmed owners of the Brawn team that will now be renamed Mercedes GP, have insisted that they do not want an all-German driver line-up and are committed to forging an 'international team'. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Massa: I won't play second fiddle to Alonso - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Felipe Massa insists he won't be playing second fiddle to Fernando Alonso when the two team up at Ferrari next season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Czech Republic aims to join F1 fold - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The Czech Republic is the latest country to express an interest in Formula One, targeting Prague as a potential venue for a grand prix. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Wickens: 'Off the record' talks with F1 team - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Formula Two driver Robert Wickens could make next season's F1 grid after holding

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Q&A with Bridgestone's Hamashima - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Bridgestone's director of motorsport tyre development, Hirohide Hamashima, reviews the 2009 F1 season and looks ahead to next year's ban on refueling. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Alonso to attend the Ferrari World Finals - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Renault have given Fernando Alonso permission to attend the Ferrari World Finals in Valencia this weekend. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Senna: It could be a struggle at the start - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Bruno Senna admits Campos Meta may go through a tough period at the very start of their F1 career but he's confident the team will make quick progress. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Bernie: Button and Brawn just sparring - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Bernie Ecclestone reckons Jenson Button and Brawn GP are
Lotus still seeking sponsorship deals - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The new Lotus F1 team insists they have the finances to compete next season even though they are still seeking new sponsors. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Top Gears fastest celebrities - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
As Hollywood star Eric Bana takes on the Top Gear track, Adrian Hearn reveals the fastest Stars in a Reasonably Priced Car.
Top Gears fastest lap times - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
As we prepare to glue ourselves to the TV for the return of Top Gear, Adrian Hearn looks at the shows fastest lap times.
Mercedes SLS AMG car review - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
Auto Trader drives the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, a car that brings a legend from the fifties bang up to date.
Video: McLaren MP4-12C - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
McLaren has revealed a new video of its MP4-12C supercar, which will hit UK roads in 2011.
'Glock to pick Manor over Renault' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Timo Glock could choose new team Manor GP over Renault, according to reports in the German media. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Goddard: Button not asking for anything outrageous - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jenson Button's manager Richard Goddard insists they are not asking for
Briatore: Race-fixing hearing was a sham - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Former Renault team principal Flavio Briatore has accused the FIA of secret negotiations before the
MWR 'serious about' Trulli's NASCAR outing - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Although Jarno Trulli has already stated his upcoming NASCAR test is for fun, the Michael Waltrip Racing team owner insists his outfit is taking it seriously. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Jaime: Like going to the slaughterhouse - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jaime Alguersuari has slammed Formula One's in-season ban on testing, saying it meant his debut was something akin to being sent to

Car crash scammers make £350m

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:09:29 0000

Criminals who lure innocent drivers into car crashes are making £350 million per year from insurance companies.

Mercedes SLS AMG car review

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:13:57 0000

Auto Trader drives the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, a car that brings a legend from the fifties bang up to date.

Top Gear's fastest celebrities

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:06:35 0000

As Hollywood star Eric Bana takes on the Top Gear track, Adrian Hearn reveals the fastest ‘Stars in a Reasonably Priced Car’

Top Gear's fastest cars

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:09:37 0000

As we prepare to glue ourselves to the TV for the return of Top Gear, Adrian Hearn looks at the show’s fastest lap times.

Video: McLaren MP4-14C

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:25:27 0000

McLaren has revealed a new video of its MP4-12C supercar, which will hit UK roads in 2011.

Richard Hammond on crutches after fall

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:11:45 0000

Richard Hammond has injured himself while out running.

Used car values rise four months in a row

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:43:41 0000

Used car prices have risen for the fourth month in a row – at a time of year when they usually fall.

One in three under-25s admit to drink-driving

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:44:41 0000

A new poll showed 37 per cent of young drivers have driven under the influence of alcohol.

Scrappage scheme slows fall in car sales

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:45:39 0000

The scrappage scheme has made a “positive impact” on the new car industry after slowing the decline in new car sales.

Vauxhall buyout will get government support

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:46:36 0000

Britain's car manufacturers and its unions are no longer the problem, but the solution, business secretary Lord Mandelson said today.

Depreciation-busting sports cars

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:47:43 0000

Buy a car which retains its value and you’ll save money when it’s time to sell. We round up six of the most affordable depreciation-beating sports cars.

Text message scam advice

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:06:44 0000

Auto Trader is warning customers to be aware of a new text message scam. Find out what the bogus message is and how to avoid it.

Virtual vehicle scams

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:10:28 0000

We reveal the potential pitfalls of money transfer services and virtual vehicle scams. Find out how to stay safe when paying for a car.

Attack of the clones: staying safe

Thu, 21 May 2009 15:39:44 0000

With money tighter than ever, it’s important to make sure you buy a used car safely. Find out what a clone is, why to avoid them and how to spot one.

How to avoid car jacking: The complete guide

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:24:01 0000

Half a million vehicles are stolen in the UK every year. We reveal five common car thefts and show you how to avoid them.

Car scams

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:57:25 0000

YOU could lose thousands of pounds from a single scam email. Don’t fall victim of fraud – read our round up of the most dangerous emails and scams now.

Toyota Urban Cruiser car review

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:49:06 0000

The Urban Cruiser is Toyota’s distinctive new model which is part soft-roader and part compact MPV, entering a growing niche featuring the Citroen C3 Picasso and Kia Soul.

Iconic TT gets RS power

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:50:07 0000

It’s taken since 1995 for Audi to build a really hot, Porsche-rivalling TT Coupe and Roadster. Has it been worth the wait?

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG car review

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:51:14 0000

Mercedes’ uber-sensible E-Class big car now has a discreet-but-bonkers alter ego in the shape of the E 63 AMG.

Ibiza Cupra and Bocanegra first drive

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:52:17 0000

Adrian Hearn travelled to Barcelona to test drive the new Ibiza Cupra and Ibiza Bocanegra models.

Mazda 3 i-stop car review

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:53:31 0000

The 2-litre petrol Mazda 3 is the manufacturer’s first car to benefit from stop-start fuel saving technology, paving the way for its introduction across the next few years.

Mercedes SLS 'Gullwing' pics leaked

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:21:32 0000

The first official pictures of the 21st Century Mercedes Gullwing have been leaked on the Internet.

Stunts and jumps

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:55:45 0000

May Starey brings you some of films greatest stunts and jumps. From Mad Max to Transporter 3 - from swimming pools and staircases to two wheels and no wheels.

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG car review

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:56:15 0000

Mercedes’ uber-sensible E-Class big car now has a discreet-but-bonkers alter ego in the shape of the E 63 AMG.

Michael Jackson fan kicks repo driver

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:57:25 0000

Vijay Pattni is your host for this week’s Weird World of Wheels.

How to buy a supercar

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:28:15 0000

Want the biggest driving thrills with affordable insurance and cheap ways to pay? We reveal the essential supercar checks in our complete buyers' guide.

The best 09-plate cars for less

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:18:09 0000

March will put the ?09? in 2009 with the new number plate change. There will be plenty of great new car offers to be had.

The complete guide to supercar clubs

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:19:31 0000

Fancy driving a Ferrari F430 for a day for £100? Or perhaps a Lamborghini Gallardo for the weekend?

Get the best price for your part-exchange

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:00:04 0000

Take the first offer a dealer makes on your part exchange and you could be missing out on hundreds of pounds ? especially if you don?t know its true value.

Six of the best: Fuel-efficient cars

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:58:35 0000

The average working motorist spends £1,930 on fuel. Drive a fuel-efficient car and you could cut your petrol bill in half.

Downsizing your car: The complete guide

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:57:10 0000

You could save thousands of pounds by switching to a smaller car with better fuel economy.

Doctor Who's car tax mishap

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:56:14 0000

Doctor Who star David Tennant has allegedly been spotted driving with an expired car tax disc.

Sell your car for the most money

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:55:24 0000

Get the most cash for your car by writing a great advert.

Add hundreds to your car's value

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:54:34 0000

A few quick and easy jobs can add hundreds of pounds to your car?s value.

Sell your car: Set the price

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:50:32 0000

Set your car?s price too low and you could lose money ? set it too high and it might struggle to sell.

Save £3,000 on the price of a brand new car

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:19:05 0000

Dealers are slashing thousands of pounds off old models to make way for new cars ? such as the revamped Ford Fiesta.

Could you save money on car insurance?

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:34:21 0000

Car insurance premiums could rise by 20 per cent this year, some UK insurers have warned.

Tax your car for £3 a month

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:33:20 0000

Want to save money on road tax? Drive a car which emits between 101 and 120g/km of CO2 and you?ll pay £35 per year.

Buy a new car for the price of a coffee

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:32:20 0000

If you want your next car to cost LESS than a large cup of coffee per day, now is the best time to buy.

Depreciation-busting sports cars

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:29:36 0000

Buy a car which retains its value and you?ll save money when it?s time to sell.

Six of the best: Tax-free cars

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:28:44 0000

Road tax is set to rise this year, but look for a car with low enough CO2 emissions and you won?t have to pay a penny on tax.

The best New Year car bargains

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:27:41 0000

Dealers are slashing thousands of pounds off cars in January.

Six of the best: Cheapest cars to insure

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:26:46 0000

Car insurance premiums could rise by 20 per cent this year, some UK insurers have warned.

The complete motorists' guide to 2009

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:25:25 0000

With car tax rises and the credit crunch affecting new and used car prices, 2009 will be an interesting time for the motor industry. But how will it affect YOU?

Money-saving tips and tricks

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:24:31 0000

From speeding tickets to lying sat-navs, the world of motoring is full of unexpected horrors? but costs needn?t be a nightmare.

Half-price cars

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:23:03 0000

Dealers are selling cars for HALF-PRICE to combat the economic downturn.

Six of the best: UK's cheapest cars

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:13:22 0000

We’ve scoured every new car list price in Britain to bring you the best bargain-priced cars. This week: Six superminis at a snip...

Advertise your car on Auto Trader

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:35:01 0000

Feeling the crunch? You could save thousands of pounds on running costs by replacing your car with a more economical one. Sell your car on Auto Trader now.

Make money by putting adverts on your car

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:03:43 0000

You could earn up to £1,500 per year by displaying logos on the side of your car. Find out how to turn your car into a motorised billboard.

Save £2,000 on your next car: complete guide

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:11:12 0000

The car scrappage scheme offers buyers £2,000 towards a new car or van. Find out how it works and which cars can be scrapped.

The motorists' guide to beating the downturn

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:14:35 0000

More than two million people in the UK are unemployed – find out our money-saving tips to buying, selling and running a car now.

Worst ever F1 car makes debut

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:34:19 0000

The worst car ever to enter F1 will be appearing at this year's Festival of Speed.

Ten reasons to visit the Festival of Speed

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:33:40 0000

This weekend will see 150,000 petrolheads descending on a sleepy Sussex village for a weekend of motorsport mayhem.

The complete driver's line-up

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:30:35 0000

More than 115 star riders and drivers will descend on Goodwood for the 2009 Festival of Speed.

The Wacky Racers

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:27:36 0000

A real-life Dick Dasterdly and Penelope Pitstop will be making an appearance at the Festival of Speed this year.

Wild Citroen supercar to tackle hill

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:24:52 0000

The wild GTbyCitroen - whcih won the Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award - will make its UK debut at Goodwood.

Latest Veyron to make debut

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:11:13 0000

The incredible Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport will make its way up the iconic hill at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Girls of the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:57:56 0000

Forget the £1 million Lambo Roadster or the Focus RS-shredding Golf R - we've got pics of the girls of the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show!

Hamann’s 265bhp Fiat 500

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:10 0000

Which engineer at Hamann thought it would be a wise idea to put 265bhp under the hood of a Fiat 500? You deserve a pat on the back.

Audi R8 Spyder

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:02:07 0000

White, roofless and with a roaring V10 engine - the Audi R8 Spyder has just made the decision of which £100,000-plus convertible to own even harder.

VW Golf R faster than Focus RS

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:04:03 0000

This is the new Volkswagen Golf R – the flagship VW hot hatch which will destroy the Ford Focus RS in a straight line.

New Vauxhall Astra makes Frankfurt debut

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:16:13 0000

This is the new Vauxhall Astra - the new generation of one of the UK's biggest selling cars. Want to know how much it costs and the details? Click to find out.

Ford Mondeo Econetic Titanium car review

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:39:25 0000

A luxury-spec Ford Mondeo for £73 a month? We were among the first to drive the new Ford Mondeo Econetic Titanium.

The 70mpg club

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:07:36 0000

The 72.4mpg Toyota Prius goes on sale this weekend - see which other cars on sale in the UK can manage more than 70mpg.

Vauxhall Corsa joins the tax-free club

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:15:33 0000

Vauxhall has announced it will offer a Corsa which emits just 98g/km of CO2, which qualifies it for a free tax disc.

Lexus RX450h Ten Point Test

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:20:48 0000

The Lexus RX series has been a real success for the Japanese luxury marque, and marked a line in the sand with the option of hybrid models.

Review: Tax-free 83mpg Polo

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:23:09 0000

The Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion has style and sophistication by the bucket load and it's a hard combination to resist. Read our full review.

New car sales in year-high rise

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:40:19 0000

New car registrations rose for the third month in a row, as the scrappage scheme helps push the highest demand of 2009.

'How I got £13,000 for two cars'

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:44:30 0000

One Auto Trader reader has taken a great deal on a new Alfa Romeo Mito by getting £13,000 for his previous cars - we explain how.

What cars have been scrapped so far?

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:42:51 0000

It’s been five months since the scrappage scheme began, and some of the cars crushed so far include Mercedes, Porsches and Jaguars.

Time running out for scrappage buyers

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:24:56 0000

Over 200,000 cars have been sold under the scrappage scheme, leaving ten weeks for drivers to trade in their old car before funding dries up.

Scrappage hits halfway mark

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:30:32 0000

The government's 'cash for bangers' scrappage scheme has hit its 150,000 halfway mark for cars ordered, over six months earlier than its end date.

Budget 2009: expert reaction

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:05:14 0000

As Chancellor Alistair Darling unveils his 2009 budget, we speak to the UK's motoring industry to find out what they think.

Scrappage scheme confirmed

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:34:05 0000

The government has confirmed motorists with cars aged ten-year-old or more will be entitled to £2,000 for their old banger under a new scrappage scheme.

How much will it cost to tax a car?

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:11:16 0000

With the Budget now announced, how much will it cost to tax your car? Find out all you need to know in our Budget 2009 tax guide.

What it means for motorists

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:08:52 0000

Will you be paying more to run your car from May 2009? Find out everything you need to know about the Budget in our essential guide.

Budget: your questions answered

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:30:44 0000

How much will it cost to tax my car? Is the price of petrol going up? Answers to all the big questions about the Budget 2009.

Budget 2009: another fuel price rise?

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:00:41 0000

Why have fuel prices risen again in this year’s Budget? We talk to the experts and look at recent trends to find out why.