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Winter checks boost Seat owners' festive cheer

SEAT DRIVERS can rest assured their cars are ready for winter this year with a cool deal that’s just been announced. Owners can take advantage of a 28-point Winter Safety Check heck at their local Seat dealer, with technicians checking tyres, brakes, all fluid levels and more, with top-ups if needed. The fixed-price £29 offer includes inspections of the cooling system, handbrake linkages, steering and electrics.

Frankfurt motor show 2013: CAR’s A-Z guide

The 65th Frankfurt motor show kicks off on 10 September 2013. The event features 1000 exhibitors and is set to attract around 1 million visitors during its fortnight in the spotlight. This is CAR Online’s handy A-Z guide to the 2013 Frankfurt show, rounding up all the important new cars expected at the event, with links to our complete coverage on every vehicle that matters.

BMW's yearlong Mini E trial exposes infrastructure problems

Early next decade, BMW of North America plans to sell an electric "megacity car" as a subbrand of BMW, similar to the brand's M high-performance cars. But further details are skimpy. BMW already is preparing for that launch.