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Ford: Ford's Econo Check service helps reduce fuel bills by up to 25 per cent

(05/07/2010)

Ford Econo Check offers both a vehicle inspection, an extended analysis of driving style and advice on how to improve fuel economy. Aimed at most vehicles up to 12 years old, the Econo Check starts with a check of all components which influence fuel use. A Ford technician will carry out checks including tyre pressure and condition, oil and air filter cleanliness during the 15-minute inspection. The technician will also fit a small detachable data logger to the vehicle, which remains discr... [more]

Ford: New Ford Mondeo range benefits from Ford EcoBoost petrol engine technology and improved TDCi diesels

(15/06/2010)

The Ford Mondeo boasts improved fuel economy, lower emissions and stronger performance thanks to high efficiency Ford EcoBoost petrol-injection turbo and upgraded Ford Duratorq TDCi diesel engines now on sale. New for Mondeo are the turbocharged 203PS 2.0-litre Ford EcoBoost petrol engine and significantly improved 2.0-litre TDCi diesels with 115, 140 and an impressive new 163PS version. Additionally Ford PowerShift, the smooth six-speed dual-clutch transmission system, comes to the Mondeo... [more]

Fiat Powertrain Technologies FPT: New engines for the Alfa Brera coupé and Alfa Spider convertible range

(01/06/2010)

Alfa Romeo UK has recently introduced its new 200 bhp 1750 TBi petrol and the 170 bhp 2.0 JTDM diesel engines to the Alfa Brera coupé and Alfa Spider convertible range, following the unveiling of the powerplants in the Alfa 159 range late last year. Now with the latest in engine efficiency and refinement, the updated line-up in the Brera/Spider range has never been stronger. In addition to the two new engines produced by Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT), an exclusive edition trim level will... [more]

Finance and Leasing Association FLA: Car Crime Awareness Week to raise awareness of motor fraud

(19/05/2010)

In 2009, FLA members that provide motor finance reported that there were more than 11,000 attempts to obtain fraudulent car loans in the United Kingdom. Had these attempts not been caught during lender checks, it would have resulted in loans worth £133 million being granted to fraudsters. The car finance industry has teamed up with a specialist police unit to crack down on cases of car finance fraud, at a time when attempted fraud is on the increase. The Finance and Leasing Association (FLA) ... [more]

Fiat: Fiat launches convertible 500C Pink

(18/03/2010)

Even more limited than the hatchback version – just 300 examples will be available in the UK compared with 500 of the hatchbacks – Fiat's 500C Pink adds a stylish new twist to the chic supermini. One of several exciting limited edition Fiat 500 models planned for 2010, the 500C Pink will appeal mainly to people wishing to stand out from the crowd – while enjoying fresh air motoring. Based on the 1.2 Pop specification, the Fiat 500C Pink features: * Special Pink colour * 16-inch a... [more]

Fiat: Punto Evo designed to meet the requirement for smaller more environmentally friendly cars

(03/02/2010)

To cater for customers who are more demanding than ever, the Punto Evo has been designed to meet the requirement for smaller, more environmentally friendly cars that are easier to park and more affordable to run, yet still stylish, safe, comfortable and fun to drive. Fiat has managed this by combining ground-breaking new engines with a healthy dose of technology and features traditionally associated with larger cars. As a dynamic development of the Grande Punto, the Punto Evo has a bold new l... [more]