A 74,000 word compilation of motoring columns, features on new developments and topical reports published by motoring author Eric Dymock in 1992. Dymock's motoring columns, features on automotive developments, road tests and topical reports from 1992:This full-length anthology covers automotive events throughout a launch year for cars from Volkswagen, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, BMW, Ford, and Rover. Others including Fiat, Jaguar, Renault, Volvo and Peugeot-Citroën are described or assessed in this unique insight into motoring history. Eric Dymock reports from motor shows, comments on classic motor racing anniversaries, legislation, advances in technology and political subjects such as the European import quotas imposed on Japanese cars.Contents:AUDI 80 and 100: A comparison Bristol: the cream of engineering Saab beats wheelspin with a high-tech sensor Subaru and Jowett: Flat out for success The Prelude: Honda turns aggressive New blood for Aston MartinHonda CRX: The fun machine Mercedes-Benz 500SEL: 1,400 miles in the lap of luxury Estate Cars: BMW upgrades its image Diesel is joining the fast lane Special Report - Fleet Cars: Go to the head of the class Two-doors transformed: BMW 3-series Audi 100: The perfect car – almost Lada bridges the price gap Ferrari’s new blue blood Troubled Fiat fights back Granada has all the hallmarks of a classic Diesel Special Report: Peugeot - The lion roars ahead Surprise in store for the Volvo brigade City cars designed for 21st century SPEED LIMITERS: Campaign builds up Mazda, Toyota: Japan’s two-litre challenge Yamaha OX99-11: A £560,000 toy for boy racers Saab 900 shows Swedish pedigree MG RV8: Sports car puts MG back in race Daihatsu Opti: Ideal car for economical times Micro needs a little help from its friends FORD 2-stroke Ahead of his Day? The forgotten pioneer, Joseph Mary DayCan a bumpy ride with Fiat save Alfa from its Omega? Nissan relaunch aims for Maxima market effect Audi Convertible joins the soft-top set Audi 1002.8E: Eric Dymock concludes his year-long test Rover follows in Bentley’s tracks with smart coupé Racy Escort: Ford returns to the fast lanePorsche 968: Less aggressive, but still not pretty Toyota Corolla to take on the locals MoT test failures hit the rise of the car Driving Test - New Theory Exam Special Report on car safety and security Honda brings back subtle sport Danbury Midi van takes the tent out of camping M5: BMW’s master of disguise ALFA ROMEO 155: Newcomer adds spark to Alfa range BMW banks on luxury How Jaguar bagged MG’s big cat as a mascot UV headlights set to save lives Bentley invokes the spirit of Brooklands Jaguar changes 1,500 parts but few will spot the difference BMW Diesels: Economy and comfort can go together Plush interior takes Range Rover upmarket Honda Accord to be unveiledRefined Saab has two engines in one Ferrari launches new flagship Twingo steals Paris show The Sunday Times magazine: Creating the MG that never was Rover launches fastest production car Bargain gets a boost: HYUNDAI SCOUPE The Times Special Report: The Motor Show October 1992 - New cars The Times Special Report: The Motor Show October 1992 - Stars Sporty new MG steals the limelight The Brighton Run Driving Test: Top L-test faults are revealed FERRARI 512 TR: A big thoroughbred is tamed Skoda: Mystery of the “missing” royal car Citroën Xantia will give its drivers a run Citroën rides high 40 years on Peugeot sharpens servicingMeet Ford Mondeo, the new world car Alpina: Quest for the perfect BMW The price is right for new Honda Accord Four wheel drive market: Off-road vehicles in the sales fast lane Fords are not what they were Refinement challenges solid tradition: Daihatsu Applause and Volkswagen Vento Caravan owners put safety last
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