More than five million...

More than five million Transits have been sold since its launch in 1965, with nearly 1.5 million put to work in the UK. Designed and built in Britain, the latest model is the most visually striking yet. Buyers will have the choice of seven all-new engines, including six diesels - developed in conjunction with PSA Peugeot Citroen. There"s a more comfortable interior, improved controls and extra safety kit, including Electronic Stability Protection, anti-lock brakes and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.

It looks like a pocket...

It looks like a pocket calculator and is wired into the ignition circuit. Before the driver can start the vehicle, they must watch the LCD screen, which asks them to enter a sequence of numbers within five seconds. It can also get them to operate controls such as the clutch and indicators in a certain order. If they complete the task correctly, the car will fire up. But if they make a mistake, they may be asked to try a new exercise. The engine will not start if they fail repeatedly.

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"Drivers should remember...

"Drivers should remember that there have been 650,000 Focuses sold in the UK, so there are plenty of people who may want to upgrade their unit or need a replacement," said a spokeswoman for Ford. "This means there is a market for the thieves to exploit."

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A much-needed relief...

A much-needed relief road in Lincolnshire has finally opened, months after it was actually completed. The Bourne bypass has remained cordoned off because of a dispute between the local council and the builders. The new stretch links the A15 Lincoln to Peterborough road with the A151 from Grantham to Colsterworth.

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