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The magazine’s legal expert, Sean Joyce, reckons the new careless driving law is the most significant aspect of the new Road Safety Act. A moment’s inattention, a stupid mistake…and you could end up facing a five-year stretch in prison. That’s the possibility under the new law. You can read the full details below, and also take advantage of the special offer from Stephensons: free legal advice, should you need it.
It’s always good to see manufacturers responding to both the environmental and tax requirements of business car drivers. Audi has relaunched its stylish A6 range with a new 18% tax rival to the BMW 520d. Elsewhere we have two cars at opposite ends of the spectrum: the good value Mazda 2 and the luxury Range Rover. Plus advice on getting the best all-round deal on your business car lease.
Ralph Morton - editor
HEADLINE NEWS
Audi’s revamped executive A6 range now includes an all-new 2.0-litre TDIe model that’s perfect for business car users. It’s a convincing alternative to BMW’s 520d.
ALSO IN THE NEWS
New careless driving laws are with us. They cover causing a death through mobile phone use, eating at the wheel or applying make up while driving. Details here.
Having launched the Insignia saloon and hatch at the London motor show, Vauxhall is driving up the style with the elegant estate Sports Tourer model.
The changes to the Road Safety Act mean business drivers are particularly at risk. But if you get into trouble, Stephensons has free legal help for readers. More here.
ROAD TESTS
Cute, charming, and low cost: what more do you want? Ralph Morton delves into the fun and value factor of Mazda’s new three-door supermini, the Mazda 2.
Go anywhere luxury motoring doesn’t come any better than this – Range Rover’s Vogue SE TDV8. Sam Hardy steps inside the aristocratic world of Range Rover.
ADVICE CENTRE
Should you go direct to the contract hire company; or use an intermediary car broker? Anthony K’s Robert Nugent looks at the pros and cons of each approach.
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