The new MINI John Cooper Works on the starting grid at Geneva

Posted 6 months 14 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, MINI
The new MINI John Cooper Works on the starting grid at Geneva
Production of John Cooper Works-tuned cars is all set to resume at MINI’s Plant Oxford after the launch of the second-generation MINI Cooper S Hatch and new MINI Cooper S Clubman. From July 2008, customers will be able to order factory-built MINIs that produce 211hp and complete a 0-62mph sprint in 6.5 seconds.
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Italian road trip is just the job for MINI’s charity partner

Posted 6 months 21 days ago under: Hatchbacks, News, MINI
Italian road trip is just the job for MINI’s charity partner
MINI UK’s charity partner KidsOut is set to hit the jackpot this year. The Italian Job, a charitable pan-European rally now in its 19th successful year, has committed to making KidsOut the primary beneficiary of its fundraising efforts from 2008 onwards.
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Geneva global debut for new Fiesta

Posted 6 months 24 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, Ford
New Fiesta
FUN-loving and fashionable, sensational and safe; Ford's all-new Fiesta is guaranteed to wow the crowds when the wraps come off at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. Taking much of its exterior and interior design from the striking Verve Concept, the next generation of Britain's best-loved small car promises to shake up the supermini scene at its global premiere.
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World premiere of new dynamically styled three-door Aveo

Posted 6 months 27 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Chevrolet
World premiere of new dynamically styled three-door Aveo
The highlight of this year's Chevrolet Europe presentation at the Geneva Motor Show is the new three-door Aveo, which will be shown to the public for the very first time. It underlines Chevrolet's firm intention to quickly extend its successful compact class family, as the new five-door model is due to go on sale in March.
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All-new Honda Accord to challenge established premium models

Posted 6 months 28 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Honda
All-new Honda Accord to challenge established premium models
Honda’s all-new Accord will provide a strong challenge to the traditional premium manufacturers in the D-sector, with sporty styling, greater refinement and excellent driving dynamics. All engines in the line up will be Euro 5 emissions compliant, and the model will feature a sector-leading package of safety systems.
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Kia sucCeeds at BCA

Posted 7 months 1 day ago under: Hatchbacks, News, Kia
Kia sucCeeds at BCA
The new Kia Cee’d made an impressive auction debut in a special sale staged at BCA Measham on 1st February. The special invitation Live Online sale attracted 30 buyers with a further 15 bidding online and offered the first opportunity to buy the Cee’d at auction.
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New Bravo engine boosts Fiat’s green credentials

Posted 7 months 1 day ago under: Green, Hatchbacks, Fiat
New  Bravo engine boosts Fiat’s green credentials
A new diesel engine, introduced initially for use in the Bravo range, has again demonstrated Fiat Group’s commitment to the production of increasingly environmentally-friendly cars.
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Citroen's cool new C1 and C3 Pluriel Code

Posted 7 months 3 days ago under: Hatchbacks, News, Citroën
Citroen's cool new C1 and C3 Pluriel Code
Citroën has added the C1 and C3 Pluriel ‘Code’ special editions to its range to complement the successful C2 Code. With distinctive looks, these special editions are based on the model’s top trim level with a tantalising range of additional equipment including luxurious leather upholstery, sporty alloy wheels, chrome interior trim and smart black livery.
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Beat the Winter blues with bright new offers from Kia (UK)

Posted 7 months 3 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Kia
Kia Picanto
If you are feeling gloomy now Christmas has passed and Winter has set in, give yourself something exciting to look forward to with a new car from Kia, available from as little as £99 a month.
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The Lancia Delta has its world premiere

Posted 7 months 3 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, Fiat
Lancia Delta
The Lancia Delta will debut at the 78th Geneva International Motor Show. Delta is a historical name associated with a peak in Lancia’s motoring past but it is also a mathematical symbol that stands for change, difference and evolution.
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