Tag: cars

Does car sickness throw up problems when you travel?

by , Technology Team Leader Transport & Travel 3 May 2013
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Motorway on Bank Holiday

We're finally starting to see the sun again. And so millions of us will be loading up our cars and heading off for a few days away in the coming weeks. But how long until you hear the dreaded words – ‘I feel sick’? (more about car sickness...)

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Your view: the hidden cost of car hire sites

by , Conversation Editor Transport & Travel 26 April 2013
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A car hire key on an exotic beach

Our investigation into car hire sites uncovered sneaky charges that could catch you out. You’ve been sharing the highs and lows of your car hire experiences. about your car hire comments...)

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Do you see sense in on-the-spot eye tests for motorists?

by , Senior Cars Researcher Transport & Travel 25 April 2013
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Blurry road lights

‘Sorry, I didn’t see you’ is a frequent excuse for poor driving. Although this is often due to loss of concentration, is enough being done to ensure our roads are used by those who pass the legal standard for eyesight? (more about drivers' eyesight...)

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Car hire sites are taking you for a ride

by , Assistant Travel Editor Transport & Travel 18 April 2013
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Car windscreen

Car hire websites are taking customers for a ride by hitting them with sneaky charges not included in the headline price. Have you been hit by hidden car hire charges? (more about car hire sites...)

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Please Fiat, don’t do a Mini!

by , Senior Cars Researcher Transport & Travel 17 April 2013
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Fiat 500 - black and white photo

I’m all for the rejuvenation of a classic, especially when it comes to cars. And the Fiat 500 city car has been a great success since its rebirth in 2008. But it could soon turn to overkill if Fiat follows the Mini's example. (more about the Fiat 500...)

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Are you driving around in a damaged car?

by , Cars Writer Transport & Travel 10 April 2013
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An accident involving two cars

More than a million crash-damaged cars could be driving unrepaired on UK roads, according to new research. High insurance premiums could be one of the causes. Is your car one of them? (more about unrepaired cars...)

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Your view: in the driving seat

by , Conversation Editor Transport & Travel 5 April 2013
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A car interior at night

We've steered the conversation towards driving and car maintenance. You've been getting revved up about puncture repair kits and motoring through the quick checks that can save you from MOT misery. (more about your driving comments...)

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MOT test checklist – can these simple checks help you pass?

by , Cars Writer Transport & Travel 3 April 2013
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Graphic showing cars

MOT failures caused by simple problems could be costing UK drivers £82m a year. Can you spare two minutes to give your car a better chance to pass its next MOT test? (more about pre-MOT checks...)

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Could you teach your children to drive?

by , Deputy Motoring Editor Transport & Travel 2 April 2013
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A chalk drawing of a car on a blackboard

Young drivers already face the mounting costs of car insurance and fuel. Having to pay for more lessons before securing a driving licence would add an extra financial burden. Would you coach a learner driver? (more about teaching young drivers...)

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I want a spare wheel – not a puncture repair kit!

by , Deputy Motoring Editor Transport & Travel 28 March 2013
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flat tyre

In the past, I’d have said that a tyre puncture would lead to half an hour of sweat and toil changing the wheel, followed by a trip to a tyre centre to have it repaired or replaced. On reflection, I think I was being hopeful... (more about spare wheels and punctures...)

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How many pounds does it take to change a car light bulb?

by , Deputy Motoring Editor Transport & Travel 20 March 2013
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Car headlight

Have you noticed that the number of cars on our roads with a blown or misaligned headlight has increased over the past few years? I have, and I have theory about the cause. (more about car light costs...)

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The hot hatch makes a comeback

by , Deputy Motoring Editor Transport & Travel 13 March 2013
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An orange Ford Focus car

Hot hatches were everywhere in the 1980s, but the rumble of Golf GTIs has faded slightly over the years. Now the speedy cars seem to be making a more environmentally friendly comeback. (more about hot hatches...)

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