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20 things to look out for in 2011

We gaze into our crystal ball to see what the coming holds for motorists, from new cars to Government plans and some sensational high-profile events

20 things to look out for in 2011

January 2011

We're barely into 2011 but it's already looking set to be an exciting year for new car launches and another wallet-punishing period for motorists. 

The Congestion Charge has already gone up to £10 a day, fuel prices are approaching record highs and things could go either way during March's budget announcement.

But, it's not all doom and gloom. There's the world's first diesel hybrid – the 3008 HYbrid4 – and McLaren's first supercar for over a decade, not to mention the 1000mph Bloodhound. 

Take a look at 20 things we're looking forward to over the coming year.

 

 

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