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News articles for July 2008

31 Jul 2008 Catalytic converter theft tackled
Ford has teamed up with car security firm Retainagroup to tackle a growing trend in the world of motor theft. more >>
30 Jul 2008 Soaring van sales prompt survey
Vans are now proving so popular with UK drivers that a trade body is hoping to get to the bottom of their success with an online survey. more >>
28 Jul 2008 Reversing into spaces 'could save £100 a year'
Motorists could save up to £2 per week in petrol just by reversing into parking spaces rather than driving in forwards, a driving group has more >>
25 Jul 2008 Car modification 'unaffected by the credit crunch'
Motoring experts have said the ongoing credit crunch has not affected the UK car modification scene. more >>
24 Jul 2008 Citroen promises savings with LPG-powered van
Commercial drivers struggling with rising petrol costs have a new dual fuel option thanks to French manufacturer Citroen. more >>
23 Jul 2008 'Greener' boilers could cut homeowner bills
Homeowners looking to cut their energy bills and do their bit for the environment should turn towards new 'greener' boilers, experts have said. more >>
22 Jul 2008 Petrol thefts 'on the rise'
Thieves are turning to stealing petrol from private cars and commercial vehicles as the price of UK fuel continues to rise. more >>
21 Jul 2008 Van maker develops environmental range
A van maker is developing an ambitious environmental plan for its light commercial vehicle range. more >>
18 Jul 2008 Home insurance 'can provide peace of mind'
Homeowners have been advised to ensure their own peace of mind by protecting themselves with home insurance. more >>
16 Jul 2008 New bike for rock star
Stereophonics star Richard Jones takes to the road on new Suzuki B-King muscle bike. more >>
15 Jul 2008 Holiday home repairs "complicated" without insurance
Industry experts are warning fixing problems with holiday homes can be extremely complicated and expensive without an insurance policy. more >>
14 Jul 2008 IAM reminds motorists of 'drink-drive black mark'
A specialist drivers' organisation has reminded motorists of the risks of drink driving and advised a conviction can result in an 11-year 'black more >>
11 Jul 2008 Ford van to feature racing stripes
Ford is preparing to release a van with "Le Mans-style" white stripes and a powerful TDCi engine. more >>
10 Jul 2008 Homeowners urged to consider garage conversions
Homeowners looking for more space but unable or unwilling to move are overlooking a simple solution, one firm has said. more >>
08 Jul 2008 Bikes 'remain popular' amid credit crunch
Two-wheeled transport remains a popular way of getting around amid rising petrol prices, a new report suggests. more >>
07 Jul 2008 Homeowners 'forgetful' regarding household precautions
Britain's homeowners are a forgetful bunch when it comes to ensuring the safety of their properties, a survey has suggested. more >>
04 Jul 2008 Expert's second home insurance advice
An industry expert has said second home owners should remember to get cover for their extra pads, even if they are based abroad. more >>
04 Jul 2008 Honda's CB1000R enters motorcycle market
Honda has finally fully unveiled a performance motorcycle which it first previewed last year and released for test drives in April. more >>
02 Jul 2008 Lawyer 'argues speed cameras are illegal'
A lawyer has opted in court to argue speed cameras are illegal and relevant prosecutions have been won on evidence which is inadmissible. more >>
01 Jul 2008 Homeowners 'should look for weak points in home security'
Homeowners should ensure their property is free of weak points which could tempt burglars, an ex-thief has advised. more >>
01 Jul 2008 Van dealers report used prices are falling
Van dealers have found slowing demand is driving down prices, bringing bad news for salesmen but a better outlook for buyers. more >>


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