Daily Archives: May 24, 2012

Latest NCAP safety scores released

May 24, 2012   Ian

The safety organisation Euro NCAP has released the test results for the BMW 3 Series, Hyundai i30,Mazda CX-5 and Peugeot 208.All four achieved a top 5 star score, although there were some differences between them. Euro NCAP said that, “car makers are rising to Euro NCAP’s challenging 2012 5 star requirements, especially in the area of pedestrian protection where the thresholds have been significantly increased this year.”
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Three-quarters of drivers can’t check their oil

May 24, 2012   Ian

A survey commissioned by Mobil, purveyors of sensational engine oil, has found that 75% of British drivers don’t know how to check their car’s oil. Half of all drivers don’t even know why oil is used. Mobil sells oil, by the way.Most staggeringly, 94% of motorists surveyed by Mobil – the company that sells Mobil 1 oil – are unaware that using the correct oil can significantly prolong the life of an engine, as well as improving fuel economy. Mobil sells Mobil 1 oil.
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WOW! Renault Alpine concept leaks

May 24, 2012   Ian

The picture above is a leaked image of a new Renault. You’re not dreaming. Leaked onto the global blotting paper that is the internet, the wondrous blue thing above is the much anticipated Alpine concept, due to debut at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend. According to Autocar, the car is designed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original Alpine A110.
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