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The sound of Infiniti  Warning noise from otherwise silent hybrids M35h has one sound to warn it's approaching Another to let you know it's reversing Latest News Infiniti has 'unveiled' the noise its M35H hybrid will generate to warn vulnerable road users when it's running on battery power. Hybrids and electric cars can pose a danger to pedestrians and cyclists because of their silent operation, so noises are being developed to let them know they're coming. The aptly named vehicle sound for pedestrians (VSP) system is designed to work on frequencies that other road users will pick up, but that will not add to noise pollution. The system in the M35h, which goes on sale next spring, works up to speeds of 19mph, after which road noise would alert pedestrians and cyclists to the approach of the car. Click below for the sound of the M35h approaching…  

How to beat the VAT increase - No can do    Here's what the dealers told our mystery shoppers… • Audi TT – mystery shopper Sadly there is no way around the 20% VAT, I look forward to hearing from you. • Fiat Bravo – mystery shopper Orders to avoid the VAT increase needed to be taken yesterday (31.10.10) to be guaranteed [at the lower rate]. We take a £500 deposit to pull a car off sale and the sooner this is done the more likely you will avoid the VAT change. However, we cannot guarantee this now. What Car? says – short, to the point, unhelpful and 100% wrong. Order, get the dealer to raise a VAT invoice, or pay in full, before the increase in VAT and you'll pay the current 17.5% rate. 

Join our private preview of new BMW 6 Series Restyled, new roof and more spacious Feature in What Car? and on Whatcar.com We've got an exclusive preview of the new BMW 6 Series, which won't be in UK showrooms until next year. So What Car? is looking for readers to tell us what they think at our exclusive private preview of the car. Participants will be the first members of the public in the UK to see the new 6 Series in the metal, which will cost around £57,000 when it goes on sale next March, six months ahead of its hard-top coupé sibling. The preview will take place on Thursday, December 2, between 5pm and 7pm at What Car?'s HQ in Teddington, Middlesex. We’ll be asking for your views on the car’s design, ergonomics and specification – your comments will be published in What Car? magazine, along with photos of you with the car. You’ll also be asked to speak briefly on camera for footage at Whatcar.com. (Pl...

Insurance for used car Used car insurance can differ between companies, so it pays to shop around. Study the market and try to get several quotes before you buy a policy. Don’t shop price alone, service is just as important as price. The insurance policy you select should offer both good prices and quality service. Used car insurance is an investment and you should feel comfortable about your policy. You should try to balance the service and price. Nowadays, most of major insurance companies offer comparable quality customer service, of course they want your business. So don’t take decision in hurry go through all the documents before you get involved and take it. Some on used car insurance is generally flexible in terms of both the types and amounts of coverage you select. However, every state has enacted some used car insurance laws that require drivers to carry at least some auto insurance. In many countries you are required to present proof of insurance before you register a ca...

Guide to buy a cheap used car Are you looking for used car? Buying a used cheap car is not a headache like previously it was. Now-a-days one can easily find a used car for which he is looking for but remember you are looking for cheap car not a bad car it also depends on car prices. Cheap used car can be found from number of sources. The people those who are looking for cheap used car are simply looking for the best possible car that meet their need and at the lowest possible cost that is with in their budget. Cheap used car is the most promising category for real bargains. Cheap used car can be easily found to your nearest automobile dealer, auctions, individual and on internet. Considerable care should be taken will buying a used car because most of used car comes without any guarantee and warranty. You get more position with automobile dealer where you can look out for the used car which you are looking for and even late model vehicles that have been taken in trade and are in g...

Advance plan your used car loans When buying a used car it pays to do some advance planning and arrange your used car loan ahead of the search for a used car. There are many loans companies out there offering loans for used car purchases, so it makes sense to shop around to get the best loans deals for buying a used car. Look for car loans that are flexible to your needs and offer a low APR, so your monthly used car repayments on any loans taken out won't be sky-high. As with all types of loans, you should first determine how much you can afford to borrow on loans to buy a used car. Loans calculators are available on the Internet and can be used to calculate loan and repayment amounts in accordance with different APRs. It is important to take into account other financial commitments too, including other loans, when calculating the loans amount that you can comfortably borrow to purchase a used car. If you intend to buy your used car from a used car trader where they offer ca...