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CLASSIC CARS EASY PREY FOR THIEVES

CLASSIC cars will always have an appeal for those willing to forego today’s modern extras like power-steering and air conditioning for the thrill of owning and driving a timeless machine. However, Tracker, the UK’s leading stolen vehicle recovery company, is warning that it is not just creature comforts these valuable cars are missing, but important modern security features which make them an easy target for thieves. Stuart Chapman, head of Tracker’s Police Relationship Team, said, “Classic car owners are understandably cautious when it comes to installing alarm systems and immobilisers.

Paris motor show (2012) A-Z news and reviews

This year's Paris motor show kicks off on 27 September, with world debuts for some of the most important cars around, including the new Mk7 VW Golf, Range Rover, and McLaren P1 supercar. We've rounded up all of the cars on one page to provide shortcuts to our full stories. Come back for more news from the Mondial de l'automobile 2012 in Paris.

VW halts merger talk with Porsche

Volkswagen on Sunday slammed the brakes on merger talks with Porsche, just before the first meeting to discuss ways to bring all of the automakers' brands together under one entity. VW said that it made the move because it believes that Porsche doesn't have a solid plan for the merger. VW and Porsche announced the plan to hold merger talks on May 6.