The new Ford Ranger has made its debut at the Australian International Motor show in Sydney and aims to be available for purchase by 2012. Find Ford car parts for less now.

Designed to be more powerful and confident, the all-new Ford Ranger also boasts some impressive new car parts such as a new engine, including a Dagenham 2.2 litre diesel, six-speed automatic and manual transmissions.

“The new Ranger is an exciting and dynamic vehicle that will undoubtedly raise the bar in the pickup market,” said Stephen Odell, Ford of Europe chairman and CEO.

Building on the Ranger pickup capability it Ford boast that the car blends a spacious, comfortable interior with what is intended to be exceptional towing and payload ability.

It also features a new rear-view camera system, voice control, Trailer Sway Control, Adaptive Load Control. It is available in three different cab body styles, 4×2 and 4×4 drivetrains, four series and two ride heights.

“In many areas of the world, the role of Ranger has changed,” said Craig Metros, Ford Ranger chief designer.

“It still has to be a work vehicle, with a durable interior and the ability to carry a heavy payload, but it also serves a dual role with refinement, comfort and more consumer-friendly features topping the list for many buyers.”

The new model also has increased fuel economy with enhanced maintenance advances, aimed to reduce ownership.  Furthermore, three passengers should be able to more easily fit into the second row as it offers better foot clearance and it also means that getting in and out is easier, also.

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As for any new model that comes onto the market, 247 Spares acquires spare parts to replace worn or damaged ones vehicles may require.

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Drivers are urged to ensure their tyres are in good condition before roads become icy with winter frost or snow.

Rather than wait until the surface water turns Britain’s roads into a skid pan the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) are urging drivers to check their tyres are in top condition.

The vehicles of drivers at fault in high-speed accidents were found to be six times more likely to have worn tyres, and although tyres may be classed as legal they may not be at an optimum for braking safely in all conditions.

The current legal minimum tyre tread in the UK is 1.6mm, but if the depth is below 3mm it is recommended to look for replacement car parts.  Research has found tyres with less than 1mm of tread have one third the braking friction of one at the bare legal minimum of 1.6mm.

“Under-inflation causes excessive tyre-wear, with every ten percent under the recommended optimum decreasing tyre life by ten percent,” warned Peter Rodger, IAM chief examiner.

“Keeping your tyres maintained is an important part of car-care, not only for safety but also for fuel-economy; under-inflated tyres will increase fuel consumption.”

When checking the condition of tyres drivers are advised to look first for any cuts and bumps and uneven wear.  It is then important to check they are correctly inflated, ideally when they are cold, and the recommended pressure is listed in the car’s handbook.

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It is important to ensure your car is in optimum condition for winter driving as minimal changes in tyre tread could mean the difference between stopping in time to prevent an accident, or not.

At 247 Spares we have the largest stock online of quality car tyres including a large range of tyres at discount prices for any vehicle.

Autocar magazine’s Best Driver’s Car has been awarded to the Porsche 911 GT3, beating a number of top cars in the process.

Second place in the prestigious awards was the British built Noble M600, which won praise for its polished, benign chassis and steering, as well as straight-line pace.

The top cars and car parts that won praise from the judges were those which do not induce fear when the ‘ESP’ off button is pushed and the car works with the driver to allow them to exploit it for a better driving experience.

On the Autocar judging board was chief road tester Matt Prior, editor-at-large Steve Sutcliffe and senior contributing writer Andrew Frankel.  Eleven cars in total were put to the test and in total were worth just under £1,000,000.

“On the day of our road and track testing at Donington, the GT3 RS’ drive was simply the most involving, enjoyable and satisfying of all the sports cars involved,” said Chas Hallett, Autocar editor.

The winning Porsche completed the Donington track in one minute 16.3 seconds while the fastest car on the day was the Ferrari 458 Italia which completed the circuit in one minute 15.9 seconds though came in at third place overall.

“Some modern supercars are so quick that their electronic driving aids actually make them more enjoyable,” said chief road tester Matt Prior.

“A moderately handy driver can often extend his own limits, and take the car’s performance further, while knowing there’s a back-up if things go wrong.”

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To maintain the high standard of driving a Porsche 911 GT3 RS is capable of, Porsche owners should regularly check their car for any repairs that it may need.

New and used Porsche car parts are readily available at discounted prices from 247 Spares and as the largest online stockist of spare car parts will be able to ensure your car is not compromised with a new part, but is enhanced so you can carry on testing the car’s maximum capabilities.

Ecological plastic car parts are to be used on forthcoming Toyota models, claiming to be tougher and more durable than previous bio-plastics.

Marking the world’s first use of bio-PET which blends material derived from sugar cane, the new plastic aimed to be made into highly resistant car parts intends to contribute to lower full-life vehicle carbon emissions.

The reduced need of petroleum-based products in manufacturing of the plastic also make it environmentally friendly and Toyota plan to use it for the first time to make loadspace liner for the new Lexus CT 200h.

The plastic will make it suitable for a variety of car parts including vehicle liners, carpeting, seats and other internal surfaces. While it is initially going to be used for the luggage compartment liner in the Lexus CT 200h and Toyota aims to cover the vehicle’s interior with 80 percent of the plastic.

Toyota has successfully been developing bio-plastics for the last 10 years, and produced the world’s first use of a material made with polyactic acid in 2003.

Entering production at the end of the year motorists will be able to purchase the Lexus CT 200h by early 2011 and its aim is to be environmentally sensitive without compromising refinement and driving pleasure.

It will be the only full hybrid vehicle representing the synthesis of five key Lexus attributes – a unique driving character, the dynamic styling, attention to detail, and customer service.

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While new materials are being used on the latest car models in a bid to make them more environmentally friendly, this should not affect the stocking of Toyota spare car parts.

At 247 Spares we are able to find a spare car part to suit any model even if it is a spare plastic bonnet, and most of our items are offered at discounted prices.

Volkswagen has unveiled its luxurious Touareg boasting two-toned leather seats available for keen car buyers to purchase this winter.

New cars are launched with all the latest technology and car parts to make them safer, faster, and more often than not more economical to drive, too.

The new Volkswagen model is constructed with 19 inch wheel rims and the seat covers come in different colour combinations depending on your style preferences with Pepper Beige-Titan Black, and Dark Burgundy-Titan Black.

Additionally the seats have been designed to prevent them from becoming too hot in direct sunlight.

The Salamance alloy wheels are fitted as standard and are painted in Sterling Silver while the Girona wheel has the same dimensions available to order at no extra cost.  The Tarragona wheel is another option at 20 inches.

The SE model is priced at £38,255, the Escape at £39,505, and the Hybrid at £54,995.

Meanwhile Volkswagen has also unveiled the new Eos convertible design ahead of its public debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show in November.

The design is in line with the company’s latest trends seen on the new Polo, Passat and Sharan with horizontal lines and chrome highlights creating a wider and lower impression.

The new model is to be available in early 2011 coming in a range of efficient petrol and diesel engines including a 1.4 litre TSI engine developing 122 PS, a 2.0 litre TSI unit producing 210 PS, and a 2.0 litre TDI engine producing 140 PS.

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Finding car parts for a new car can often be expensive and time consuming, however 247 Spares holds the largest online stock for quality spare car parts in the UK, including car parts for new makes and models.

Volkswagen car parts are available to order by phone or online and they can be delivered to straight to your front door.

Only 39 percent of consumers buying a new car in the next six months say they will haggle for a better deal research reveals.

The data suggests Brits have forgotten the art of haggling as this figure was at 59 percent in March and 52 percent a year ago in September 2009.

Sainsbury’s Finance also showed collectively British motorists could save a whopping £741 million over the next six months if they were prepared to haggle on the price of a new motor.

“It is disappointing to see how few people are willing to haggle on the price of a new car at the moment,” said Steven Bailie, Sainsbury’s Loans’ head.

“The new car industry is belatedly seeing the effects of the recession in earnest, with car buying incentives such as the car scrappage scheme and lower VAT, now both things of the past.”

The research suggests that in the current market car dealers are offering discounts on added car parts and free extras up to 40 percent, but customers shy away from haggling as many consumers believe it is unnecessary.

The average discount however a car buyer should aim to gain on a brand new car is £1,699 according to What Car?

Recently it was reported by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders that 55,305 new cars were registered in August, 17.5 percent less than the previous year when the Government’s scrappage scheme was in its peak.

The Sainsbury’s research showed those who intended to ‘haggle very hard’ stands at 22 percent for the current period between September 2010 and February 2011 and 44 percent between March and August 2010.

The current period also shows those who will not haggle is 27 percent while between March and August 2010 it was only 7 percent of motor buyers.

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When budgeting for a new car purchase, new or second hand, it is advised to investigate the availability of car parts for that specific make and model and how much they cost.  At 247 Spares we stock the largest number of car parts online for most makes currently on the road.

The Ford Transit van is releasing 100 special edition Transit SportVans celebrating 45 years of selling vans.

With such a fun new release many current Transit owners are likely to purchase van parts to spruce up their existing vehicle,

The Transit SportVan models being released were first created in 2006 for those who were keen to make a bold statement with a distinctive red livery.

Previous models including Performance Blue with White stripes, the Sea Grey with silver stripes, the Panther Black with silver stripes, the Frozen White with blue stripes, and the Ink Blue with silver stripes are all sold out.

“We know that ‘white van man’ is image conscious both personally and for his business,” said Mark Simpson, Ford of Britain’s marketing director.

“The SportVan is a real head-turner as well as a reliable workhorse and that’s why they sell out so fast.”

Based on the popular 260, the Transit SportVan boasts a short wheelbase with front wheel drive, a 140PS 2.2 litre TDCi diesel engine and a six-speed transmission and is the first medium sized van of its kind to include a DAB radio.

On sale at the end of October at £22,630 the van also sports 18in graphite colour alloy wheels, twin exhaust pipes and spoilers and along with the Colorado Red paint it has Le Mans-style white bonnet stripes.

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Van maintenance can mean regular visits to the garage and constant up-keep due to the high mileage many vans rack up.  Ensuring the van performs well for each business venture can often require hefty costs for replacing van parts.

247 Spares offers top quality discounts on all new and used van parts and keeps a healthy stock of most Ford Transit van parts required by van owners including braking, engine and tyre spares.

SEAT car parts could be increasingly in demand as the car manufacturer announces an increase in market share and ambitious new plans for expansion.

The Spanish car makers’ attractive array of sport models, with specific car parts, has helped the firm achieve a record market share at the end of September which now stands at 1.6 percent.

The brand’s SEAT Mania initiative supports dealers in refreshing their showrooms which is presumed to be a part of their success and steady expansion which now boasts 130 dealer networks.

This initiative offers a package of bespoke furniture, artwork and wall coverings which is tailored for each specific dealership with a designer who helps with the selection.

“The appearance of our dealerships is quickly coming into line with the look of our sporty, young and design-driven range of models,” said Richard Harrison, SEAT UK head of operations.

“The feedback we’ve had around the Mania programme has been excellent with many dealers commenting that staff and customers love the fresh new look.”

The SEAT range consists of the Ibiza SC, Ibiza 5DR, the new Ibiza St, the Leon, the Altea, the Altea XL, the Exeo, the Exeo St, and the Alhambra, all available in italic eye-catching colours.

The newest edition, the Ibiza St is a sporty station wagon which boasts space for practicality and roof rails for those who like to take a car on holiday.  The Exeo is the SEAT saloon edition with full leather upholstery, 18 inch alloy wheels and bi-xenon headlamps; it also comes with a Diesel Particulate Filter which helps with fuel efficiency and lower Co2 emissions.

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SEAT car parts are available from 247 Spares over the phone or online for new or second hand models.  From fully warranted SEAT engines for immediate dispatch, we also have over 3000 fully guaranteed gearboxes manual and automatic.

We stock spare parts for the following SEAT models – Alhambra, Cordoba, Altea, Ibiza, Altea XL, Leon, Arosa, and Toledo.

Aston Martin has announced their new city style Cygnet luxury car is going into production in 2011.

After being shown as a concept in March the Cygnet will be constructed at the company’s Gaydon headquarters in Warwickshire, where it was designed.

Designed as a city car and packed with the best custom made car parts, Aston Martin aims to set a new benchmark for compact luxury. With nearly a century of experience in building high performance sports cars, the likelihood of Aston Martin getting it right is high.

“Our customers need a small car for urban and city use, and they want the right tools for the right job, to downsize creatively without compromising intelligence, artistry and personality,” said Ulrich Bez, Aston Martin CEO.

“Whatever we do, we do right.  If we do performance, we do performance; we don’t downsize or compromise our sports cars.”

At a tiny three meters in length, the Cygnet encompasses the modern city driver’s needs, able to slot into gaps in traffic and small parking spaces while not compromising on speed.  It also consumers the least fuel and emits the lowest emissions out of its current range.

“Cygnet is small but luxurious, an Aston Martin tailor fit for the city,” added Marek Reichman, Aston Martin’s design director.

“Luxury is not constrained by scale.”

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If you are lucky enough to own an Aston Martin, or are preparing to purchase the new Cygnet, Aston Martin car parts for this new range will be available on 247 Spares if something should need replacing.

As the UK’s leading new and used Aston Martin Parts supplier online we have the largest stock at discounted prices helping people maintain the quality their car arrived to them in.  The parts we have available include 4×4 parts, spare ABS systems, Airbags, body panels, and cylinder heads to name but a few.

Currently we have parts in stock for the following models – Aston Martin DB7, Aston Martin Vantage, Aston Martin DB9, Aston Martin Virage, and Aston Martin Vanguish.