Motor terms: confusing car terminology explained


Swot up on the many mind-boggling acronyms and bamboozling phrases that litter automotive brochures, motoring mags and used car adverts with our handy jargon buster
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Exclusive: Drivers baffled by car jargon, survey reveals


Jargon used by the motor industry is causing car buyers to make costly mistakes when purchasing new and used cars, a survey by The Sunday Times Driving...
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If you're not immersed in the world of cars, even relatively simple car terminology can be confusing.