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Honda: Honda's VT750S is a great motorcycle for riders of all experience levels

(23/06/2010)

Guaranteed to turn heads with its retro looks and sleek metallic grey colouring, the Honda's VT750S is a great motorcycle for riders of all experience levels with its comfortable riding position and great all-round manageable performance. The all-new classically styled Honda VT750S is now available from Honda motorcycle dealerships across the UK, priced at just £5,845 on the road. Powering the new VT750S is a liquid-cooled, V-twin of 745cc. The motor is thoroughly modern, boasting Honda’s lat... [more]

Honda: New Honda CBF1000F with a more compact, sporty feel

(11/06/2010)

Honda (UK) is introduced a new member of the popular CBF1000 family – the CBF1000F – to further its motorcycle line-up this autumn. Originally designed and launched in 2006 as an all-round machine for riders who wanted performance, reliability, capability and, all at a reasonable cost, the CBF1000 soon won a legion of fans. They appreciated the machine’s high specification, robustness, ability to mould itself to the rider’s proportions and provide manageable handling for riders with a variety... [more]

Hi-Q: Free summer car safety checks from Hi-Q

(26/05/2010)

Selected HiQ centres are offering an eight point health check for motorists across the town as traffic jams and long journeys put extra pressures on vehicles and increased stress levels for passengers. The free safety checks include tyre, battery and windscreen inspections and it is hoped drivers will flock to the forecourt in an attempt to stay safer in the sunshine. HiQ’s marketing manager Geraldine McGovern believes that a little forward planning is all that is needed for motorists to s... [more]

Honest John: Speed humps can present a real threat to road users

(10/05/2010)

Speed humps are an all too familiar sight on Britain’s roads. But although they are implemented by councils with road safety in mind, independent consumer motoring expert, Honest John, questions whether the long term impact on the condition of roads, as well as the safety of vehicles, is being taken into account. “The excessive spread of speed humps on Britain’s roads has gone on virtually unchecked for years, with their perceived effectiveness at improving road safety seen as a green light ... [more]

Honda: Honda announces new pricing and specification for CR-Z hybrid coupe

(10/03/2010)

The CR-Z is the world’s first sporty hybrid coupe; a great looking car that’s exciting to drive and has all the benefits of advanced, low emission hybrid technology. Honda (UK) has announced competitive new pricing and an impressive specification for its new CR-Z hybrid coupe, which customers can now order through the Honda dealer network. As well as Honda’s petrol-electric IMA system, the car features three driving modes, which allows the driver to adapt the settings of the car to suit their... [more]

HPI: Gleaming paintwork and a sparkling interior may be covering a multitude of sins

(18/02/2010)

HPI is urging used car buyers to be vigilant and take advantage of the tools available to guard against buying a dud. For the fourth year in a row, independent traders have topped the Consumer Direct list as the most common customer gripe. Franchise dealers were also named and shamed within the top ten listing. However says HPI, it is a minority within the trade that is casting a shadow over the industry as a whole, and that buying has its risks whether a consumer is buying from a dealer or f... [more]