Fiat 500x Lounge 1.6 Multijet 120hp
The latest addition to Fiat’s 500 family blends practicality, good looks and low running costs writes Suzanne Keane What is it? Following on from the success of the cute little Italian retro mini 500 the Fiat 500x is a practical family car with cute looks and retro touches. Who is it aimed at? The 500x is aimed firmly at the crossover market it is intended to attract buyers in need of a larger and more practical car while...
Polyurethane Versus Rubber – why choose one over the other?
Which to choose Polyurethane or Rubber, Suzanne Keane explains what you need to consider. A tell-tale knocking sound, an NCT failure or something just not feeling quite right in the steering and handling are all signs that your bushes could be in trouble So what are they? Where a metal chassis meets a moving part in your car a bush is required to protect the joint, reduce noise and eliminate vibration. In most vehicles these...
Peugeot 108 Allure 1.2 82bhp TOP
With smart styling inside and out and a very enjoyable drive Peugeot’s latest addition, the 108, has a lot to offer writes Suzanne Keane What is it? The 108 is Peugeot’s offering to the city car sector and is based on the same platform as the Citroen C1 and Toyota Aygo but with its own quirky features to make it stand out from the crowd. Who is it aimed at? The 108 is aimed at someone who wants a fun and functional city car....
Selling your car
When selling your car the first thing you must decide is where to sell it writes Suzanne Keane You may have decided it’s time for a change of wheels or even planned the back-packing trip of a lifetime – but how exactly can you go about selling your car? The first thing you will need to decide is whether you would prefer convenience or extra cash! 1. Dealership If you’re buying a new or nearly new car this is often...
First Drive: Fiat 500X 1.4-litre Turbo MultiAir II
Fiat’s newest addition the 500X arrives here next April but Suzanne Keane has been to Italy for a sneak preview What is it? The demand for chunky vehicles with go-anywhere styling continues unabated and Fiat are the latest to join the fray First impressions of the new Fiat 500X Designed to compete with the likes of the Renault Captur and the Nissan Juke the new Fiat 500X will come in two versions, one designed to appeal to...
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