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There are few things more frustrating and infuriating for a motorist than to have their car stolen. It can be a source of great inconvenience as well as costing a huge amount of money. However, for many people, what is even more important is the feeling their personal space has been violated. It seems the only way they can have closure is to get their car back and see the criminals put behind bars. However, the unfortunate fact is, according to a recent survey, many victims of crime do not get to see justice done. Reports say many of the biggest police forces in the UK are unable to identify the guilty party in more than 90% of car thefts. This has seen a rise in the rate of vehicles being stolen after the numbers had fallen over the last few years, but it has now increased to its highest point in ten years. Many attribute the growth in car crime to the widespread use of keyless technology, which thieves employ to circumvent car security systems. There has also been a proliferati...

As the great singer-songwriter, Chris Rea said in his classic hit, millions of people this year will be driving home for Christmas. Many motorists can travel in excess of 7 hours when making that epic drive home. If you are preparing on a road trip across the country to celebrate the festive season with friends and loved ones you obviously must be certain your vehicle is ready and up to the job. There are various checks you can make to reduce the chances of your  car breaking down , ensuring you have a safe trip. It is recommended you carry out your car checks seven days before departure. You should give your radiator a once over; Most new radiators are fitted with overflow bottles with minimum and maximum water levels, while, in older models, you can still fill it through the radiator cap. Drivers should top it up with half water and half antifreeze to stop your radiator from freezing. Motorists must monitor the condition of their tyres before heading off on a trip. Legall...

As the winter nights are drawing in and there is a greater chance of snow and ice on the roads, motorists invariably consider how a vehicle handles the conditions when choosing the right car to buy. However, not all vehicles are the same and some are more suited to deal with wintery weather, the cold winds, snow and ice. There are various makes and models, including all-wheel and four-wheel vehicles, offering additional grip and cars with Dynamic Chassis Control. These are among the vehicles considered on the forefront of driving safely in wintery conditions, if you want to buy a new car in the run-up to Christmas. One of the most popular, comparatively reasonably priced four-wheel drive vehicles is the spacious top-spec Suzuki Vitara. Renowned for its sturdy SUV styling and performance, boasting a Boosterjet turbocharged engine and an ALLGRIP 4-Wheel Drive system. You can also pick up two-wheel drive variants for the region of £15,000, with the capacity to cope with the majority ...