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The wraps are finally...

The wraps are finally off the facelifted Mazda RX-8, which made its debut at the Detroit Show. The innovative Japanese coupe has undergone a number of revisions in an effort to refresh the five-year old design. There"s also a new hardcore range-topper, called the R3.



Researchers from the...

Researchers from the University of California say some animations get involved in too much risky behaviour, and producers should include hidden public health messages. SpongeBob SquarePants, a cartoon about a yellow sea sponge, was also criticised. Professor Deborah Glik explained: "Lack of depictions of safety behaviour can prove fatal to unassuming children who may mimic what they see."


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The offer is open to...

The offer is open to buyers of most C1, C2, C3 or Xsara Picasso models in June, and requires the part exchange vehicles to have a current MOT and to be first registered prior to September 2001. For this they will get between ÷£800 and ÷£1,000 guaranteed.

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German tuning specialist...

German tuning specialist Wolf Concept has put together a package of engine and suspension upgrades that make the blue oval"s fastest Focus even more rapid.

Among the improvements is a new turbocharger for the 2.5-litre five-cylinder motor which, together with a revised management system, boosts power from 217bhp to a massive 296bhp and takes torque from 320Nm to 386Nm.

That should shave at least a second off the 0-60mph sprint time - cutting it to 5.5 seconds - and considerably sharpen in-gear response. To cope with the power, the Wolf Concept set-up also includes suspension upgrades, as well as wider tyres and 19-inch wheels. The package is available through Wolf Concept in the UK and at selected Ford dealers.




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