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Paris show – Bentley’s concept signals racing return

Paris show – Bentley’s concept signals racing return

Bentley unveiled a concept version of its Continental GT in the Paris halls, clearly signifying the marque’s intention to return to international motorsport.

The Continental GT3 appears to be aimed at the FIA’s GT3 international sports car series.

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Peugeot shuts down Le Mans race team

Peugeot shuts down Le Mans race team

Peugeot has shocked the world of international sports car racing by announcing that it is ending its race programme with immediate effect.

The decision includes the Le Mans 24 Hours, where the French maker has battled Audi for wins since 2007.

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Aston’s exclusive Zagato race car to hit the road

Aston Martin is to put its V12 Zagato model into production – but very few buyers will be able to get one.

No more than 150 examples will be made of the car, which debuted as a concept at the Villa D’Este Concours and then took part in the Nurburgring 24 Hours endurance race.

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Aston revives partnership with Zagato design house

Aston Martin is to revive its collaboration with renowned Italian designer Zagato to create a new Aston Martin Zagato.

A concept version of the new car will be shown at the famed Villa D’Este Concours, held on the shores of Lake Como in Italy on Saturday 21st May.

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Average Fuel Economy Up 7.64% in Past 12 Months

The average fuel economy of new cars in the UK has improved by 7.64 per cent in the past year, according to a study by DrivenData. The median combined mpg, based on claimed figures by manufacturers, now stands at 45.1 – up from 41.9mpg in October 2009. DrivenData compiled the statistics using its new car [...]

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From PM to MPG

The Prime Minister has today praised the MPG Marathon as an important event for the economy and the environment. David Cameron was talking at the end of his party’s conference in Birmingham and just a few days after a penny was added in duty to a litre of fuel. He praised both the organisers and [...]

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