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The powerhouse Vauxhall...

The powerhouse Vauxhall VXR8 is about to get even faster ò€“ and this time, it has the storming V10-engined Audi RS6 firmly in its sights.



It"s free of any disguise...

It"s free of any disguise at the front or sides, and our spyshots finally prove that the MINI has carried its early design ideas through to the showroom with van doors at the back, and a Mazda RX-8-style rear passenger door. The newcomer will be officially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, before it goes on sale here early next year.


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A 2WD version of Nissan"s...

A 2WD version of Nissan"s X-Trail SUV is going on sale for drivers who don"t plan to go off-road. Due here in May, the newcomer will cost from í‚á£15,795 for the 2.0-litre petrol version, while the 2.2-dCi diesel is í‚á£17,395. All X-Trails now feature alloys as standard, but prices have increased by í‚á£300 across the range.

A 9-3 Sport model has...

A 9-3 Sport model has been fitted with two infra-red cameras which are able to monitor both head and eye movements.

If the person at the wheel looks away from the road for too long, a warning buzzer sounds.

Failing that, the system would briefly apply the brakes in order to get the driver"s attention.

A British firm is doing...

A British firm is doing brisk business with its range of Tuk-Tuks, the three-wheelers popular in the Far East. "I"ve delivered four in the UK, and have orders for another five," said Steve Webb, boss of Freewheeler Autos, Southampton. The motorised rickshaws are a favourite with restaurant delivery drivers.

A competition to find...

A competition to find Britain"s safest drivers has been set up. Motorway service station firm Moto has teamed up with the Institute of Advanced Motorists in the search for the nation"s "Road Stars" in different categories. Enter at www.moto-way.co.uk or pick up a form at any Moto service station.