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Volkswagen recreates childhood car memories
November 09, 2016
Volkswagen is this week launching a major social media activity using the #YourVW tag, celebrating Britons’ love for, and memories of, the German brand and its cars. On the back of a recent appeal for recollections of the Volkswagen brand and its cars via Facebook and Twitter, Volkswagen UK’s social media team received more than … Continue reading “Volkswagen recreates childhood car memories”
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A treat for lovers of F1 in London
November 09, 2016
It may be some time off yet, but everyone here in the Petrol News office has been thrilled to learn that one of our favourite racing disciplines will see a fantastic retrospective coming to the English capital in the new year. The Historic Motorsport International event will be taking place at ExCeL London from February … Continue reading “A treat for lovers of F1 in London”
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Fiat 124 Spider celebrates 50th birthday
November 07, 2016
“The Turin Motor Show under the sign of optimism” was the positive-sounding title of the 48th edition of the event held in halls of Torino Esposizioni in 1966. The Motor Show welcomed visitors with a magnificent display of lights and colours. The glossy paintwork of the cars reflected the bright neon lights multiplying the effect: … Continue reading “Fiat 124 Spider celebrates 50th birthday”
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Get ready for the Regent Street Motor Show
November 03, 2016
November 5th may be a night synonymous with gunpowder and plot, but this year there are also likely to be fireworks during the daytime, as the Regent Street Motor Show will be taking place this weekend! Located in the heart of London's bustling West End, the show attracts thousands of visitors every year and 2016 … Continue reading “Get ready for the Regent Street Motor Show”
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Hamilton takes it down to the wire
October 31, 2016
The results are in and a dramatic end to Sunday's Mexican Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton win again to keep his hopes of a fourth championship title alive (for another fortnight, at least). It was a thrilling climax to a race that seemed short on action in the early stages, with some final lap excitement … Continue reading “Hamilton takes it down to the wire”
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McLaren F1 – the Greatest Supercar Ever
October 31, 2016
It's official, the McLaren F1 is the greatest supercar to have been released, ever! The impressive title was bestowed at this year's Classic & Sports Car Show and here in the Petrol News office, we can't think of a more fitting recipient of this stunning accolade. Released in 1992 to a fanfare of acclaim, the … Continue reading “McLaren F1 – the Greatest Supercar Ever”
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Halloween special car check
October 27, 2016
To celebrate Halloween, MyCarCheck.com has listed the used vehicles most likely to have all three scariest warnings – write-off, finance and stolen: 1) Ford Fiesta Zetec, 2) Vauxhall Astra SRI, 3) Ford Fiesta Zetec S, 4) Honda Jazz SE CVT, and 5) Ford Focus Zetec. Used vehicles most likely to have ALL THREE serious warnings … Continue reading “Halloween special car check”
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Streets paved with gold – well, supercars at least!
October 27, 2016
The upmarket London borough of Mayfair came to a standstill last weekend when the HR Owen's Supercar Sunday came to town. Here in the Petrol News office, we always love a good supercar showcase and the HR Owen event was certainly one to remember! Dick Whittington may have claimed the streets of London are paved … Continue reading “Streets paved with gold – well, supercars at least!”
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