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It"s identical to the...

It"s identical to the prototype we featured in issue 839. The three-door VXR has a 240bhp version of the firm"s 2.0-litre turbo engine - making it the most powerful car in its class. That"s mated to a close-ratio six-speed gearbox. Bosses have also announced prices for the three-door Astra Sport Hatch, due in April. With no Expression, Life or Club trim available, the line-up starts at í‚á£13,795 for the 1.4 SXi.



Vauxhall is hoping to...

Vauxhall is hoping to create a stir with its new ÷£7,500 city car. At that price, the Agila will go head-to-head with Fiat’s accomplished Panda. But the maker believes it can rival similar-sized but more expensive models, such as the Renault Modus and Nissan Note, too.


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Here"s proof that Citroen...

Here"s proof that Citroen is set to come out of its shell when it comes to car design - because the "tin snail" is back!

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The GlobalTop HG 100...

The GlobalTop HG 100 HUD GPS uses a sheet of tinted window film that has to be stuck to the inside of the screen. There’s also a mounting plate, complete with an adhesive pad, which you stick to the dashboard. Align it correctly, and your speed will be reflected on the windscreen, alongside a basic compass display of the direction you’re heading in.

On the road, we compared the HUD’s readout to the info on a sat-nav. The two were identical, so we were confident we were sticking to the limit. The system can switch between mph and kph at the touch of a button.

Press it for two seconds, and you can set the speed at which you want the HUD to alert you. For instance, you can ask it to warn you if you exceed 30mph in town, which comes in very handy. It’s just a pity there’s no audible alert to accompany the visuals.

If you want to switch between vehicles, you’ll need extra strips of film. Unfortunately, though, the adhesive could mark your dashboard. However, this is still a very useful bit of kit.




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