Transport

Hyundai iLoad diesel auto 2017 review
By Mark Oastler · 15 Mar 2017
Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the new Hyundai iLoad diesel auto with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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Toyota HiAce LWB Crew Van 2017 review
By Mark Oastler · 23 Jan 2017
Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the new Toyota HiAce LWB Crew Van with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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Ford Transit Custom 290S SWB Van 2016 review
By Mark Oastler · 19 Oct 2016
Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the 2016 Ford Transit Custom 290S SWB Van with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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Renault Trafic short wheelbase twin turbo 2016 review
By Mark Oastler · 21 Sep 2016
Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the 2016 Renault Trafic short wheelbase twin turbo van, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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Mercedes-Benz Vito 116CDI 2016 review
By Chris Riley · 19 Aug 2016
Chris Riley road tests and reviews the Mercedes-Benz Vito 116CDI with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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Next generation of drivers not keen on autonomous cars
By Richard Blackburn · 01 Apr 2016
The automotive industry may think self-driving, plug-in cars are the way of the future but the next generation of drivers isn't so sure.
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How are suspensions fine tuned?
By Paul Gover · 28 Mar 2016

Time and time again I read new car reviews which mention the 'suspension and ride and handling have been fine tuned here to suit local conditions.' What exactly are they "fine tuning?" I didn't think suspension is something that can be tuned. Is this simply a saying for changing the stiffness in springs and/or shock absorbers from those in use in Asian markets? If so, I consider that more of a revamp than fine-tuning. Or is it more simply using different tyres?

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Top tips for using a weighbridge with your car
By Mark Oastler · 23 Mar 2016
You might think that overloading your vehicle is only going to add some extra dollars to your fuel bill. However, more serious consequences can result from this common oversight.
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What is a pro-forma invoice?
By Graham Smith · 26 Feb 2016

I want to buy a car to export to India, but Customs are asking me for a pro-forma invoice from the dealership. How do you arrange that?

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Victorian police could get James Bond pursuit tech
By David Hurley · 09 Feb 2016
Drivers who flee police in Victoria at high speed could be nabbed via GPS trackers fired at their cars.
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