Check out the video trailer below to get an idea of what Dunlop have on offer.

Over at the ‘Inside Racing’ YouTube page there are some cool videos such as a car stunt in a multi-story car-park in Bristol, insights into past and present racing legends and a look at landspeed records. It’s like Top Gear without the occasionally annoying presenting.

It’s worth checking out. If you’re a motorhead there’s bound to be something on there to keep you interested.

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In the party named subject60 (after the S60) Volvo and their friends capture such shocking behaviour as people trampling on some flowers, trying to blag their way into a VIP area and snogging in a car! The rather impressive study spanned five different cities (Berlin, London, Paris, Madrid, Milan) and conducted 35 separate experiments on no less than 3062 participants to test their naughtiness.

27 hours of research concluded that Paris is the naughty capital of Europe. Another devastating loss for England this summer.

Check out the video below to see some of the antics:

If you want to see more of the Volvo experiments head over to http://naughty.volvocars.co.uk/ where you can also design your own S60.

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The Vauxhall Astra has had a long history with the first model hitting the road back in the late 1970’s. Since then there have been 5 major revisions and the latest the Astra mark 6 is a a design marvel. The new 2010 Astra debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show and will go on sale in early 2010. Vauxhall have released a stunning video revealing the design and style of the new Astra.

The 2010 Vauxhall Astra is in direct competion with the Ford Focus  and Volkswagen Golf . Vauxhall is appleaing not only to its core cusomters who tend to be over 45 but also the the under under 30 age range. To do it, the 2010 Astra delivers style, technology and a superb drive. As Mark Adams, the VP of design, says in the video below, “sculptural artistry meets technical precision.”

The new Astra mark 6 range includes several models including the five-door hatch and the estate version. In 2011 Vauxhall will launch the three-door Sport Hatch model with its coupé-like styling and the high-performance VXR.

The entry level 1.4-litre Astra uses a new 1.4-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, which in replaces the mark 5’s 1.8-litre unit. The 1364cc engine has the same output as the previous 1.8 but has a 10 per cent better fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Other engines in the range consist of the 1.6 litre petrol engine in both turbo and non-turbo forms, and 1.3 litre, 1.7 litre and 2.0 litre diesels – this also leaves room  for sportier options to be added in 2011.

One thing is sure, the new Astra has got style, refinement and loads of equipment. All versions in the five-door line up feature air conditioning and electronic stability controls, while cruise control is standard on all but the basic model.

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The 2007 Clio Cup Vice-Champion won the final round last season, one of five victories after taking four in succession when he joined the series in round two.

His wins included a rain-affected race at Oulton Park, where he hopes to shine once again, saying: “I only ever go out to win races, I’m not there just to take part.

“It will take a few laps to settle back into the Clio and get used to it but I’m usually quite quick at learning.

“I want to go out and as good a job as I can for the team and help the other guys along as well. You know you’re going to get a good car from TCR so it’s up to me to make the most of it.”

Since finishing second to Martin Byford last season, Hodgetts has not driven the Clio Cup race car until free practise at Oulton Park.

The 26-year-old’s race experience in 2008 has included races in the Spanish Endurance Cup, as well as a one-off outing in the BTCC-supporting Porsche Carrera Cup at Croft where he took a win and a second place.

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Failure to spend 60 seconds routinely checking oil levels can leave almost 215,000** drivers facing bills of up to £12,000 as engines seize, according to car care company, Comma.

The research has been released to publicise National Oil Check Day (today, 25th July 2008) and the launch of www.checkyouroil.co.uk

An alarming 3 out of 4 motorists don’t know what the oil light on the dashboard means, with 60 percent of all motorists admitting they don’t check their dipstick regularly***.

Damagingly low levels accounted for an estimated 215,000 engine seizures last year with an average repair bill of £1,413****. Although car manufacturers advise stopping immediately when the oil light comes on, a third would continue their journey.

“When the average cost of replacing an engine is £3,462*****, but can easily reach over £12,000 for bigger cars like a Toyota Landcruiser, too many motorists are walking a tightrope. It only takes 60 seconds,” says Mike Bewsey, spokesman for Comma.

Advances in engine technology mean service intervals have increased to 20,000 miles for some models. Bewsey adds: “This has distanced the motorist from traditional DIY car maintenance like checking oil. They feel in a comfort zone today.”

Comma recommends that drivers check their oil at least once a month and always before long journeys.

Research by Comma found that the 17-24 and over 65s were the worst culprits. In each case, nearly 1 in 4 said they never check the dipstick in between services.

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* 215,000 x average engine damage cost of £1,413 = £303,795,000
** One in three passenger cars will break down every year, a total of 9.5 million according to DVLA stats. Of these, Warranty Direct says 2.26% of breakdowns are due to oil-related failure. 2.26% of 9,500,000 is 214,700, rounded up to 215,000.
*** Data from Comma research carried out at Dover Port, May 2008
**** Data from Warranty Direct’s 50,000 policies
***** Average cost of engine replacement at franchised workshops across 25 models –data from Warranty Direct

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Both new and old vehicles are sold at the dealership with a logo showing a Cowboy holding pistol in one hand and a petrol nozzle in the other, it’s no surprise potential buyers are drawn to the offer.

Owner of the Dealership Mark Muller boast “We’re just damn glad to live in a free country where you can have a gun if you want to.”
Mr Muller also added, every buyer so far “except one guy from Canada and one old guy” chose the gun, rather than the fuel card.  Thirty cars have been sold in the last three days, with the increase being put down to the promotion.

The promotion was inspired by Barack Obama’s comment about “those people in the Midwest, you’ve got to have compassion for them because they’re clinging to their guns and their Bibles.”  This comment riled Mr Muller who said “I found that quite offensive. We all go to church on Sunday and we all carry guns.”.

The offer does state an approved background check on gun ownership is required, so you can be relieved they’re not giving away pistols recklessly.

Fortunately in the UK we don’t have to be concerned about pistols being given away with cars. To be honest other then attractive finance packages, it’s hard to see what UK dealerships offer to entice buyers into the showrooms. It would be nice of them to offer a petrol card to the value of at least 80-liters (approx 2 full tanks).

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Nicjasno.com have managed to develop a V8 engine capable of achieving 1,780 revolutions per minute, which should be getting dropped in a Dodge Challenger. Below a clip to see the V8 in action.

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When trying to sell your car, what approach do you take to entice customers interest? Well Mr John Conner has decided to take the “true Jedi Pimp” pitch.

Mr Conner’s 2002 BMW M3 has been listed on autotrader.com boasting modifications such as; Gruppe M intake, Remus exhaust, Fully adjustable coilover suspension, AC Schnitzer rear spoiler, AC Schnitzer roof spoiler, AC Schnitzer clear corners, LED tail lights with smoke colored lenses.

It becomes clear to one, this M3 appeals to a certain market, so Mr Conner decided to list details of just how rewarding driving such a car is:

“This car has gotten me laid so much it is ridiculous. I would like pull up to a pimp club in Scottsdale and the valet would crap his pants, but I wouldn’t let him park it. I just leave it up front and make sure all the ladies saw me get out. I’m also totally ripped so that helps too. I inject myself with pure bull shark testosterone and lift 4 hours a day. My diet also consists of 24 egg whites a day. I’ve got a killer 6 pack and some delts that you would not believe. I only hook up with 9s and 10s. Never less because I’m a winner! I’m not saying this car will do the same for you but it’s a start. If you’re interested in taking the first step to becoming a true Jedi Pimp email me at conner.john2@gmail.com. I’ll probably be working out so I’ll get back to you as soon as I finish my protein shake (and probably hooking up with a hot chick).”

What do you think, is Mr Conner “a winner”, or is this a sign of desperation with a hint of ego issues?

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Findings from a study of somewhat 1,900 Americans found; above-average self confident drivers have emerald green, dark blue and silver cars, average self confidence drives have white cars, and below-average self confident drivers choose yellow, orange, blue or red cars.

CNW carried the study out over a period of time, therefore were able to also track responses to calculate the ‘moodiness’ of drivers to find, black, dark blue or silver cars drivers have the most dependable mood, whereas orange, red, bright yellow or green cars drivers have the most distinct mood swings.

I have always believed, the car driven and weather conditions can change a person’s mood, and now I am lead to believe yellow Lamborghini’s are for loonies.

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