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• Chevrolet unveils Aveo supermini September 8, 2010
  Chevrolet has revealed the production version of its new five-door Aveo supermini. On sale in the UK next autumn, it follows two sporty RS concept versions that were shown earlier in the year at the Detroit and Geneva motor shows. At first glance the Aveo might look like a three-door car because the handles for the rear doors are hidden in the C-pillars.Two petrol and two diesel engines will be available from launch. The 1.2-litre petrol develops 85bhp while the 1.4-litre has 99bhp and will be available with a six-speed automatic transmission for the first time.The 1.3-litre diesel delivers either 74bhp or 95bhp and will have engine stop-start technology to improve economy. Chevrolet promises lively handling for the car, which, it says, has been fine-tuned to cater for European tastes. Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• How to deal with car salesmen - part 1 September 8, 2010
  What Car? Target Price mystery shoppers experience the full range of tactics that sales staff use to get the most cash out of car buyers.One recent experience at a Peugeot dealer uncovered two typical tactics that we're going to reveal here. Learn how to spot these tactics and you'll know how to deal with them when they're used against you, whichever brand of car you're shopping for.Tactic one – 'Sorry, we can't discount that car.'This is, almost certainly, complete rubbish. The majority of cars on sale are available with a discount. The exceptions are models available in limited numbers, such as a Ferrari 458, where demand will always outstrip supply. Recently launched cars where demand is buoyant will also miss out on the biggest discounts. So, you're unlikely get a discount on a new Ferrari, but how about a Peugeot RCZ?We were told by one Peugeot dealer that: 'Unfortunately Peugeot have said that anyone who discounts the RCZ will have the rights of selling the car taken away from them.'Peugeot denies they have threatened dealers with any such action, admitting it's just a case of 'salesmanship' in action. However, a spokesman for Peugeot said: 'There has been so much demand that the RCZ doesn't attract the same kind of incentives that other Peugeot products enjoy. 'There would be no point in discounting the car and we have communicated that to dealers.'Competition laws exist to ensure that Peugeot, or any other importer, can't dictate to franchised dealers the price at which cars are sold. That's why when you look in a pricelist it says 'recommended retail price,' not compulsory retail price.If you're told by a dealer they can't discount, for any reason, be suspicious. Consult our Target Prices to see the most you should pay for any new car and don't take no for an answer. You should be able to find a dealer or broker that will discount more than our Target Price, but get in touch with us if you can't and we'll put you in touch with one that will.As far as discounts on an RCZ goes, take a look at the hundreds that Drivethedeal.com is offering off prices. Don't expect a big discount on newly lauched cars such as the Peugeot RCZTactic two – 'You have to buy now to get this price.' This can be true, but more often than not it is just used to seal the deal by panicking buyers into signing on the dotted line.Take time to satisfy yourself you're happy with the deal and don't be pressurised. Go for a breath of fresh air away from the pressure-cooker atmosphere of the dealership, so you can look over the details with a cool head.The same Peugeot dealer that told us they couldn't discount the RCZ told us we needed to order now to avoid the increase in next January's VAT increase. This simply isn't true. Even if a car you order now isn't delivered or paid for in full until next year, a dealership can raise a tax 'point of sale' this year, when you place a deposit, which means VAT will be applied at the current rate, not the increased level of 20%. Come back tomorrow for part two.Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• Vauxhall reveals GTC Paris Concept September 7, 2010
  This is the Vauxhall GTC Paris Concept, which will make its debut at the Paris motor show later this month.Hints at new Astra Sport HatchVauxhall describes the GTC Paris Concept as 'the strongest hint yet to the Astra Sport Hatch's successor.' The car maker has suggested that a production version 'will not stray far' from the concept car and that it will retain the GTC name for the production car.The concept car is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a start-stop system and is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. More photos of the GTC Paris Concept> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlarge> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlarge> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlarge> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlarge> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlarge> GTC Paris C/cept: click to enlargeIt's fitted with a limited slip differential and an updated version of Vauxhall's Flexride adaptive shock absorber system.Despite looking production-ready, the three-door Astra is at least a year away from going on sale.Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• Petrol Kia Sportage goes on sale September 7, 2010
  Kia's all-new Sportage crossover is now available with a 161bhp 2.0-litre petrol engine from £19,495The petrol-powered Kia Sportage First Edition does an average of 35.8mpg and emits 188g/km of CO2. It has a top speed of 113mph and a 0-60mph time of 10.3 seconds. As with the recently launched 2.0 CRDI Kia Sportage, the four-wheel-drive petrol version is available in just one well-equipped trim that includes:• leather upholstery • dual-zone climate control • 18-inch alloy wheels • LED daytime running lights • Bluetooth • cruise control • rain-sensing wipers • a colour rear parking camera system integrated into the rear-view mirrorInitially, 850 diesel Sportage First Editions were made for the UK, however Kia says these have all now been sold. The full line-up, with two- and four-wheel-drive versions and lower-powered engines, will be available later this year, but Kia says it made the petrol First Editions available now to meet customer demand.The petrol First Edition costs £1282 less than the diesel and is available to order now, with deliveries starting in October.Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• Mini Cooper D driven September 7, 2010
  As part of the ongoing changes to the Mini range, there’s now a new diesel engine in Cooper versions of the hatchback, Clubman and convertible. Derived from the unit in parent company BMW’s 1 Series, the turbocharged direct-injection 1.6-litre engine has more power and torque than the unit replaces, but is also more economical and has lower emissions. At low speeds, there’s no hiding the tell-tale sounds of a diesel engine, but once you pick up the pace, things quieten down nicely. The unit combines well with the standard stop-start system, too, although again there’s no disguising the engine’s cough and splutter as it kicks back into life. Petrol vs dieselGenerally, performance is strong, and the strong pull in the mid-range (much more than in the old engine) means you don’t need to rev the unit as hard as you do with the petrol alternative. That means the two engines have very different characters. The petrol model is the more exciting and sporty because it needs to be worked hard, whereas you can be a little lazier with the diesel, relying on its mid-range pull to haul you along at a perfectly acceptable rate. The only problem comes if you let the revs drop much below 1750rpm. Amble round a tight turn in town in second gear, for example, and there’s a distinct lull in proceedings until the turbocharger kicks the engine into life. More photos of the Mini Cooper> Mini Cooper 1: click to enlarge> Mini Cooper 2: click to enlarge> Mini Cooper 3: click to enlarge> Mini Cooper 4: click to enlarge> Mini Cooper 5: click to enlarge> Mini Cooper 6: click to enlargeMinor face-liftCoinciding with the introduction of this engine is what can only be described as a very minor facelift: revised bumpers at both ends, as well as a new black cross-piece below the front number plate and new-look rear lights. That may sound like a lot, but even with the new and old cars side-by-side, you’ll be hard-pressed to spot the differences. There are also new wheels and paint colours to choose from, revised trims inside, and some new options. These include adaptive headlights and Mini Connected, an in-car infotainment system that is controlled by Mini’s version of BMW’s iDrive. It also works through an iPhone to give web radio, Facebook and Twitter updates, and a variety of other features. The trouble is that these minor changes add up to a surprisingly major price rise. At £15,730, the new Cooper D hatchback, for example, is more than £500 dearer than the model it replaces – and there are similar rises in the Clubman and Convertible ranges. Perhaps more significantly, it’s also over £1000 more expensive than the petrol-engined Cooper, which has more character, is quicker to 60mph and still does over 50mpg. Unless you do an awful lot of miles, you’ll struggle to make up that kind of price difference in lower fuel bills. Andy.Pringle @whatcar.comWhat Car? saysBetter than the old car, but we prefer the petrol model
• Lighter and more powerful Bentley GT September 7, 2010
  The Bentley Continental GT coupe has been given an overhaul with more power, less weight and tweaks to its exterior and interior. See more photos of the Bentley GT in our Facebook gallery.Performance and efficiencyThe 6.0-litre W12 engine gets a 15bhp power boost from 552bhp to 567bhp which – combined with the car's 65kg weight loss – results in a 0-60mph time that's cut from 4.6 seconds to 4.4. Top speed remains 198mph.Average fuel consumption improves slightly by 0.1mpg to 17.1mpg, while CO2 emissions drop from 396g/km to 384g/km.The front and rear track of the car are also increased, by 41mm and 48mm respectively, and the six-speed Quickshift automatic transmission has been modified. Shift times are halved to 200 milliseconds, while 60% of the engine's power is now sent to the rear wheels compared with 50% previously. Bentley says the new arrangement allows for greater cornering control on the throttle.StylingNew headlights, squarer exterior styling and a refreshed interior with new seats and a 30GB in-car control system mark the revised car out.New engineA more efficient 4.0-litre V8 option will be added to the range late next year. Power output hasn't been confirmed yet, but Bentley says it will have class-leading emissions-to-power ratio.Both of the engines in the GT will be able to run on E85 bioethanol fuel, which Bentley estimates will reduce your well-to-wheel CO2 emissions by 70%. However, E85 is sold in only 21 petrol stations in the UK.Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• What Car? Q&A replay September 7, 2010
  The What Car? lunchtime question and answer session is has now ended. Don't worry if you missed the live action, though, you can scroll down and replay all of the questions and answers - or logon between 1pm-2pm next Tuesday for another live Q&A session.Next sessionThe next live What Car? Q&A session will take place from 1pm-2pm, Tuesday, September 14.Our team will be on hand to cover all subjects, whether it's a new car, used car or a problem with your current car. However, some questions might be too involved to sort out in a single lunchtime. We'll let you know what to do if so.Answering your questions:The What Car? team today were: • Iain Reid: whatcar.com producer• Peter Lawton: whatcar.com deputy editor• Matt Sanger: What Car? used car editor• Leo Wilkinson: What Car? deputy road test editorLive Q&A replayThe What Car? Q&A session is now closed.What Car? Live Q&A 07/09/2010Iain Reid: whatcar.com producerPeter Lawton: whatcar.com deputy editorMatt Sanger: What Car? used car editorLeo Wilkinson: What Car? deputy road test editorPrevious Q&A sessionsReplay our previous live Q&A sessions by clicking below.Tuesday, Aug 31 sessionTuesday, Aug 24 sessionTuesday, Aug 17 sessionTuesday, Aug 10 sessionTuesday, Aug 3 sessionTuesday, July 27 sessionTuesday, July 20 sessionTuesday, July 13 sessionTuesday, July 6 sessionTuesday, June 15 sessionTuesday, June 8 sessionTuesday, June 1 sessionTuesday, May 25 sessionGet interactive with whatcar.com...
• Kia issues Soul and Sorento recall September 7, 2010
  Kia is recalling more than 500 of its Sorento and Soul models because of a potential problem with the wiring in their doors.In models that have 'mood-lighting', Kia says there is a small danger of the wiring overheating, which could cause a fire.Kia is recalling 73 Souls and 476 Sorentos, and it says the work to fix the problem should take no more than an hour.Hamish McCowan, after-sales and logistics director at Kia Motors (UK) Ltd, said: 'We are not aware of any vehicles in the UK suffering from this problem, but we believe it is better to be safe, and that is why we are taking this recall action.'The risk of a fire is small and would only occur under extreme circumstances, but we want to make sure none of our customers are anxious about the safety of their vehicles'.The recall affects vehicles built between September 2009 and June this year. Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• Infiniti prices M30d saloon September 7, 2010
  Infiniti's new diesel-powered M30d saloon will join the range in October with prices starting from £36,750.The 235bhp 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine produces 406lb ft of torque and is capable of accelerating the car from 0-62mph in 6.9sec. Average fuel consumption is 37.7mpg while CO2 emissions are 199g/km.TrimsThe entry-level version of the car gets a seven-speed automatic transmission, xenon headlights, climate control, electric seats, reversing camera, parking sensors and a heated steering wheel.GTGT models are priced from £39,250 and add leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats and active headlights. SSportier S versions cost from £41,250 and include four-wheel steering, stiffer suspension and 20-inch wheels. GT Premium and S PremiumBuyers can also buy a GT Premium or S Premium for £44,600 or £46,600 respectively. The extra cash brings a suite of technology including a blind-spot warning system, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning and prevention, a premium sound system and uprated climate control.The diesel engine for Infiniti's BMW 5 Series is an important addition to the range for European markets. It will be joined by a V6 petrol-based M35 hybrid in 2011.Get interactive with whatcar.com...
• New McLaren MP4-12C video September 7, 2010
  Get a closer look at McLaren's MP4-12C supercar with Matt Sanger's video blog from the company's technical centre near Woking.Join Matt as he talks to Kevin McGarrity, who, as the one of the MP4-12C's main development drivers, has 'possibly the best job in the world', according to our man.McLaren MP4-12C video blogClick below to watch Matt's video blog from the McLaren Technology Centre. brightcove.createExperiences();Get interactive with whatcar.com...

Spain

• Motorsport: Youngster off to Spanish racing nursery' September 7, 2010
  Daniel Mettam has been making waves all season and now he's going to have the chance to send out a few ripples overseas. The Glen Eden 14-year-old is the latest in a line of talented Kiwis who have been invited in recent years...
• US Open: Isner's 33 aces not enough September 5, 2010
  NEW YORK - John Isner's trip to the US Open ended in the third round and included none of the drama or history he created at Wimbledon. The 18th-seeded American, best known for winning the longest match in tennis history, lost...
• Basketball: Spain takes down Greece September 4, 2010
  TURKEY: Juan Carlos Navarro scored 22 points as Spain beat Greece 80-72 in round 16 at the basketball world championships. The Spaniards made eight of 18 three-pointers and used a 13-3 run in the fourth quarter to push ahead. Greece...
• Wine: Get independent August 31, 2010
  Last week's column focused on the infuriatingly futile search for something interesting on a supermarket wine shelf. And since I've found those poorly stocked shelves to be wanting, it is only fair to share where I do find good wines,...
• Spain: The other side of Mallorca August 29, 2010
  What does the name of Spain's largest Mediterranean island conjure up for you? Sun, sand and sangria? Bars crammed with tattooed, lobster-hued Brits, getting noisily sloshed? Probably - if you have never been there. In 1960, Majorca...
• Kazakh man severs penis August 28, 2010
  SPAIN: A Kazakh man cut off his penis at Madrid's Barajas airport to avoid being extradited home and was taken to hospital in a serious condition, Spanish media reported. The 52-year-old man had finished serving a five-year prison...