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Ford RS focus mk3: specs and review

The Ford Focus RS Mk3 marked a turning point for fast Fords. After two generations of front‑wheel‑drive hooliganism, the Mk3 arrived with sophisticated torque‑vectoring all‑wheel drive, a high‑output EcoBoost engine and a chassis calibrated by Ford Performance for serious track…

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Steering assist malfunction on ford focus: fix and causes

Steering assist malfunction on a Ford Focus is one of those warnings that instantly grabs attention. Modern electric and hydraulic power steering systems make the wheel light, accurate and predictable. When the assistance vanishes, the car can suddenly feel heavy,…

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R56 mini cooper JCW: performance and upgrades

The R56 Mini Cooper JCW is one of those rare hot hatches that feels alive even at everyday speeds. Strong mid‑range torque, compact dimensions and that trademark go‑kart steering make it addictive on both B‑roads and track days. With thoughtful…

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Mercedes‑benz GTR CLK: specs and history

The Mercedes‑Benz CLK GTR sits at a crossroads between prototype racer and road‑going supercar, a machine created for the singular purpose of winning at the highest level of GT racing and then gently civilised for ultra‑wealthy clients. For anyone fascinated…

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Aston martin vantage zagato: rare edition

The Aston Martin Vantage Zagato occupies a fascinating niche where British engineering meets Italian coachbuilding. For collectors, it represents one of the purest expressions of the grand touring ideal: long‑legged performance, hand‑built construction and a design language that looks sculpted…

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BMW M3 black E46: icon revisited

The black BMW E46 M3 sits in a sweet spot between analogue driver’s car and modern performance coupé. It is compact, understated and, in a dark colour, almost sinister, yet it carries genuine motorsport DNA and everyday usability. Two decades…

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Corsa VXR 0–60 performance and facts

The Corsa VXR occupies a special place in the hot hatch world: compact, aggressively styled and capable of 0–60 mph in the mid‑six‑second bracket, straight from the factory. For a relatively affordable supermini‑based hatch, that level of acceleration has helped…

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VW polo timing chain replacement cost

The cost of a VW Polo timing chain replacement in the UK can come as a shock, especially if you bought a small hatchback expecting low running costs. Timing chains are often sold as “lifetime” components, yet many Polo owners…

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Classic mini Z cars: heritage and specs

Classic Mini-Z cars occupy a unique place where scale modelling, slot racing, and full-size motorsport culture intersect. A well-built Mini-Z feels like a precision instrument in the hand, yet it remains small enough to run on a living-room track or…

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Hybrid range rover sport: what to know

The Hybrid Range Rover Sport sits in a rare sweet spot: a luxury SUV that can cruise silently through town on electric power, tow a heavy caravan to the Lake District, and still feel at home parked outside a five‑star…

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