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Tag Archives: motoring
Bigger, bolder and better as standard
Take a look at what you’ve driven today and try to compile a mental list of what features are ‘standard’ on your car. Even on lower-end models, I’m betting that list is still pretty extensive. ABS, radio, bluetooth, MP3 connectivity, … Continue reading
Posted in Motoring Columns
Tagged automotive, cars, darren moss, ford, fusion, motoring, radio, SYNC, toyota
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Motoring writer goes for a stroll…and finds cars. Typical.
I enjoy a good walk, especially in an area I don’t know very well. Still being a new(ish) resident to Sunbury’s streets, I’m often to be found wandering around trying to get my bearings. If anyone asks of course, I’m … Continue reading
Dances on motorways with Cypriots (and other cautionary tales)
I’ve written before on this blog of my love for the small island of Cyprus. Surrounded by Turkey, Syria and Lebanon this small island is, for me at least, the absolute definition of beauty. There are many reasons why I … Continue reading
From Fiesta to Focus: My car buying experience
Well then, I’ve finally taken the plunge. Last Friday as you were probably packing away the last of your work things and beginning to dream of what the weekend might bring; I was parting with rather a lot of money. … Continue reading
Help me choose my next car
Yes, you read the title right. Do not adjust your computer screen. The time has finally come for me to get a new car. It’s a big decision, and one that frankly I’m in two minds about. You see, and … Continue reading
Posted in Motoring Columns
Tagged cars, darren moss, driving, engine, fiesta, ford, motoring
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Return to Autocar – Day 1 – “Back into the swing of things”
I’ve been here before. Having woken up ridiculously too early for my first day of work experience, I’m now left with too little to do, and far too much time to do it in. Eventually though, the time comes to … Continue reading
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Tagged autocar, cars, darren moss, driving, motoring, work experience
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Return to Autocar: “Back to London”
I’m writing this in the free Wi-Fi zone of the Toddington service station. It’s actually rather nice in here; or it would be if the group of teenagers in the corner would sod of and stop ruining everyone’s day with … Continue reading
The white stuff has killed us…again.
“We see snow as a challenge, something to be conquered. We don’t think about the consequences until after the inevitable accident has happened and we’re swapping insurance details.” So, it’s happened again. A few snowflakes have fallen and suddenly the … Continue reading
Posted in Motoring Columns
Tagged cars, darren moss, driving, environment, motoring, road, snow, student, top gear, writing, young motoring journalist
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“Lifetime” warranties – a warning
Have you seen those new “Lifetime” warranties that manufacturers are starting to wheel out? Vauxhall, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, the list goes on and on. Offering a lifetime warranty now seems to be the new way to entice customers in. sounds … Continue reading
Posted in Motoring Columns, Motoring News
Tagged car, darren moss, design, driving, kia, lifetime, motoring, Vauxhall, warranty, writing, young motoring journalist
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