Running a car has become...
Running a car has become six per cent more expensive in the past year, according to the AA. The breakdown firm"s Cost of Motoring 2005 report blames the rise on high fuel prices and used vehicles" falling residual values. An AA spokesman explained: "Motoring constitutes a major part of most people"s expenditure. However, it is possible to make savings if you take appropriate action, such as opting for a more economical model."
It has developed a special...
It has developed a special scent designed to mimic the aroma of showroom-fresh models. A spokesman for the Vauxhall specialist told us: "Even though it"s purely psychological, many customers claim they prefer the smell you get when a vehicle is brand new." The scent, which we sampled exclusively this week, is applied with a spray or by using an in-car air freshener.