Toyota Prius car parts are set to increase in demand as the company celebrates two million sales of the vehicle worldwide since its launch in 1997.

More than 70 countries have sold approximately 2,012,000 of the car up to September this year; in the UK the total sales were 38,600 in the same period.

The Prius boasts exceptional car parts and an eco-friendly system which Toyota calculated has saved around 11 million tonnes of CO2 emissions which would have been emitted through a similar sized petrol model.

Emitting just 89g/km of CO2 today, the Prius has the lowest figure achieved by any current production car with an internal combustion engine.  It also has a combined cycle fuel consumption of 74.3mpg.

This hybrid power is central to Toyota’s new range as the company aims to become more environmentally friendly, with the target to sell at least one million hybrid vehicles annually.

Toyota has also been making the news with its white Auris. The Auris Hybrid is the first full hybrid for the hatchback market which delivers a unique combination of low CO2 emissions and top fuel economy.

A hybrid Synergy Drive 1.8 VVT-i Prius accelerates 0-62mph in 10.4 seconds, the maximum high speed the car goes up to is 112 mph, the max power is 134 bhp, has a length of 4460mm, a width of 1745mm and a height of 1490mm.

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The Prius and the Auris Hybrid are unique cars offering clean fuel consumption and an eco-friendly engine which may make replacing these parts harder to find than for many other vehicles. However, quality Toyota car parts are readily available online. We can provide fully guaranteed second hand Toyota Spare Parts direct to you at discounted prices, we have been helping our customers save money on Toyota Parts since 1999.

Three out of five of the best-selling cars in September were part of the Vauxhall range, new figures reveal.

As the car manufacturer’s popularity continues consumers are likely to be revamping their existing Vauxhall motors putting greater demand on finding good quality car parts.

The Astra range was the top seller of the best-selling car league and the Vauxhall Corsa sold a massive 14,249 vehicles in September alone, the Society of Car Manufacturers and Traders announced.

Vauxhall took a total market share of 12.6 percent of all car sales, and the Vauxhall Insignia remains the UK’s best-selling mid-size car overall, accounting for 18.8 percent of the sales in this sector.

“September is obviously a crucial month for car sales,” commented Duncan Aldred, Vauxhall’s Managing Director.

“The new Movano has also given our CV sales a real boost, helping us achieve one of our best retail market shares ever, totalling 17.77 percent.”

The new Astra Hatch is thought to have boosted the range even further as it took a market lead in the lower-medium sector, selling 12,465 cars in September. The Zafira also remained popular maintaining its top spot in the compact MPV sector and also in the retail and fleet listings.

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Nearly 2.5 million cars, motorcycles, vans and lorries are in need of new brake light car parts and could be classified as unroadworthy due to broken or missing brake lights, research published this week has revealed.

Given the popularity with British motorists, many of the vehicles needing new car parts will undoubtedly be Vauxhall vehicles.  If you are a proud owner of a Vauxhall car, new or second hand Vauxhall car parts are available for every range from 247 Spares.  Whether you have an Astra Hatch, the new Movano, or the long term favourite Zafira, there are car parts available online to suit every type.

Drivers are being urged to take greater care on their daily commute or school run as part of International Walk to School Month.

As well as using more concentration on the road motorists are advised to check their cars are up to scratch with working car parts to ensure their driving is not compromised.

As more children are expected to be walking to school in October the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAD) advices motorists to take extra care.

Their research suggests 43 percent of British children are driven to school each day and this is despite the majority of children living within a mile and half of their school.  With worsening weather conditions causing poorer visibility drivers are advised to leave the house early so they are not rushing to their destination.

“Children won’t always be paying attention and you should allow more space to compensate for this fact,” said Neil Greig, IAM policy and research director.

“It’s also good to leave the house earlier so you’re not in a hurry. Don’t let the fact you’re running late compromise your concentration and with that, the safety of other road users.”

A 12 year-old is three times more likely to be killed or maimed while walking to school than a 10 year-old, which shows the necessity of parents to properly educate their children about safe road crossings.

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It is a legal requirement to have an MOT test for your car every year, however, things like tyre tread and breaking pads can wear out in between this time.  It is a driver’s responsibility to take regular checks of their vehicle so when you jump in the driving seat you are aware that you are in a safe, roadworthy car.

If you require a car part for you motor you can order them from 24/7 spares and they will be dispatched straight to your home.

Car buyers on the search for second hand motors are being warned about an increase in the number of Category B insurance write-offs on the market. Doing up a car? Find the best price car parts for the job now.

An epidemic of vehicles which have been recommended by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) to be crushed are being dangerously repaired and sold to unassuming buyers, vehicle information expert HPI is warning.

Vehicles that are written off are put in to one of five categories depending on their condition and included in these are cars which are safe to return to the roads and those who should be scrapped.

Since the Government’s Scrappage scheme the UK new car market has seen a boost in sales, however this new problem of unscrupulous sellers highlights the need for consumers to take care when purchasing a second hand car. 

“It’s easy to be taken in by shiny paintwork and a low price, but it could be hiding a multitude of faults that haven’t been fixed,” commented Nicola Johnson, HPI consumer services manager.

“Unscrupulous vendors will sell a write-off to make a quick profit but if the vehicle is not properly repaired any price is too high.”

While it is not illegal to repair and return written off for salvage cars, all apart from those in Category D are obliged to pass a Vehicle Identity Check (VIC) with the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

The HPI records show one in twenty five vehicles checked by them are classified as insurance write-offs and the company currently hold 650,000 write-offs on the HPI database.

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Often obtaining quality car parts for a second hand motor can be hard due to the age of the vehicle, however 24/7 Spares has a wide range of parts in large supply.  These parts can be ordered over the phone or online and delivered straight to your front door.

Brake lights are missing on one in 15 vehicles new research reveals, highlighting the need for motorists to check their cars or order new car parts.

 Nearly 2.5 million cars, motorcycles, vans and lorries are in need of new brake light car parts and could be classified as unroadworthy due to broken or missing brake lights which increases the risk of an accidents for other road users, Carsite.co.uk showed.

The car retailer gathered the data during busy rush hour periods finding that commercial vehicles make up 20 percent of the overall figures, with six percent of all offenders spotted having no brake lights working at all making them subject to a £60 fine and penalty points on their license. 

“The real problem is that people don’t realise they have a faulty brake light – it’s a major concern with potentially fatal consequences,” said John Guess, Carsite.co.uk spokesperson.

 “There is no excuse for commercial vehicles not having all brake lights 100 percent functional.”

Around 26,000 accidents a year, including 224 fatalities, are caused by drivers misjudging other people’s speed, often a result of failing to spot another person slowing down rapidly. 

Furthermore, 200 accidents are annually attributed directly to defective lights or indicators, and 364 accidents are caused by drivers not displaying lights at night or in poor visibility.

“With the days shortening and the clocks about to go back, drivers will be encountering more hazardous road conditions and motorists need to be seen by their fellow road users,” warned Ron Waldock, an independent RAC inspector.

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Brake light switches, Brake Discs, Brake Pads, and Brake Cylinders are but a few of the complicated mechanical parts which are vital to safe braking and driving. 24/7 Spares holds all the necessary brake parts most cars will need and parts can be ordered online or over the phone and then dispatched straight to your home so time spent driving with no brake lights can be kept to an absolute minimum.

Skoda car parts are now more focussed on environmental protection and use up far less energy, according to the latest Skoda Auto 2009/2010 Sustainability Report. Find Skoda Car Parts now.

The Czech Republic’s largest car manufacturer has designed car parts which reduce water consumption per car by about 60 percent since 1999 and waste water production per car produced has dropped by almost 70 percent.

The volume of polluting emissions has been reduced across the Skoda product range, too, and the volume of emissions reduced from manufacturing operations, all of which are likely to make Skoda and Skoda car parts far more in demand for eco-friendly motorists.

“Despite all the environmental improvements we have made so far, we are not resting on our laurels,” commented Prof. Winfried Vahland, Skoda Auto BOD chairman.

“We will carry on heading towards the emission-free future.”

The GreenLine models were stated by Dr Vahland as the best examples of sustainable development in Skoda cars. The car line boasts low fuel consumption and CO2 emission figures.

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If you have an old Skoda vehicle which perhaps does not boast the same environmentally friendly emissions as the newer Skoda models, when replacing them 247 Spares can help you find Skoda car parts at discount prices.

Customers can find the best deals for any car part their motor requires in the Skoda range, including the ultra-eco-friendly GreenLine model to the Yeti GreenLine model, as well as older Skoda models.

We stock Skoda car parts for the Skoda Fabia, Skoda Octavia, Skoda Superb and the Skoda Felicia van model. We also supply full warranty Skoda Engines and gearboxes.

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Adventurer Mac Mackenney is to lead a team of three drivers in a Land Rover Discovery 2 journey from London to Cape Town in an attempt to beat the world record set in 1963.

Travelling a total of 10,000 miles and passing through 20 countries in less than 13 days all the way from London, England to Cape Town, South Africa in support of charity Help for Heroes the journey promises to be a real adventure.

Set to start on 17th October, the current record the team hopes to beat for travel from London to Cape Town stands at 13 days, eight hours and 48 minutes and was set by Eric Jackson in a Ford Cortina GT in 1963.

The attempt, supported by Chevron Lubricants, is a challenging one due to the inhospitable areas and difficult road conditions the men and machine will cross. Land Rover Car Parts will be high in demand if the four by four diesel engine motor smashes the World Record as many motorists nationwide will be keen to follow in their tracks and spruce up their Land Rovers.

The Discovery 2 will use the latest Havoline lubricants and fuel additives to provide maximum fuel economy and engine protection on vehicle parts. The Land Rover will need to be fine tuned for the cold nights, extreme heat during the day and around the clock driving.

Mac Mackenney runs Max Adventure which is a specialist adventure and expedition logistics company, and his team includes Christ Rawlings who will navigate and mechanic Steve Mackenney.

Commencing from the RAC Club in Pall Mall, the finish line is at the AA building in the centre of Cape Town.

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October is tyre safety month: follow our top tips on how to keep safe on the road and look after your car tyres.

Tyres are essential Car Parts, playing an important role in braking, accelerating and steering when driving a car. If your car tyres are not up to the required standard, drivers can risk failing their MOT and are at risk of putting themselves and other road users in danger.

There over 145 million tyres on cars, vans and other vehicles across the UK, but 2.3 million vehicles failed MOT tests in 2009/10 because of the poor condition of their tyres, figures from the Department for Transport show.

Anyone caught driving with bad tyres faces a fine of anything up to £2,500 as well as the possibility of receving three points on their licence per tyre. For four tyres in a poor condition a driver could receive 12 points and lose their licence.

“Tyres are a vital part of your car. You cannot brake, steer or accelerate properly when they are worn or underinflated,” says Adrian Walsh, director of RoadSafe.

“Drivers must remember to check them regularly. It can save a life.”

Checking Car Tyres: The 20p Test

1. Check the tread of your tyres at least once a month. Also be sure to check your tyre pressure each month. Remember to check the pressure and condition of your spare tyre too.

2. If you do not have a calibrated tread depth gauge, a 20p coin makes a useful guide.

3. Insert a 20p coin into the tyre grooves at several places around the tyre and across its width. Tread should be a minimum of 1.6mm deep, any less and it is illegal.

4. Examine all tyres for uneven wear across the tyre – if the outer band of the 20p coin is visible, the tread depth may be illegal.

5. Check your tyre for any cuts and remove any stones or objects embedded in the tread.

Follow these tips for Car tyre maintenance you should benefit from increased driving performance and safety on the road. Save up to 80% on new and used car tyres now.

Sales of Volkswagen car parts could soon be more in demand after the Volkswagen PassatBlueMotion set a new Guinness World Record for travelling the longest distance ever on a single tank of fuel.

Imagine driving from London to Malaga without needing to stop for fuel, or crossing America from New York to Los Angeles and only stopping once for diesel along the way.

Well, a team of journalists from The Sunday Times newspaper have achieved just that; setting a new world record whilst driving a Volkswagen PassatBlueMotion from Maidstone in Kent to the South of France and back again, clocking up an impressive 1,526.63 miles in the process, without stopping for diesel once.

The standard production model Passat BlueMotion used for the record breaking attempt had its fuel tank drained and filled with 77.25 litres of standard forecourt diesel before leaving Maidstone. The cost of fuel per mile travelled for the trip was a remarkable 6.17p per mile.

The Passat, travelling at an average speed of 45mph throughout the journey, only ran out of diesel when it reached Calais, three days after setting off to complete the remarkable challenge.

Similar to other Volkswagen cars, such as the Polo and Golf BlueMotion models, the Passat is fitted with aerodynamic bodywork car parts, and has a lower ride height, Stop/Start, programmed battery charging, longer gearing and low rolling resistance tyres, which Volkswagen claim make it one of the most efficient cars on the market.

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