A report by a British automotive expert says cars are getting heavier, despite using lighter materials.
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Prof Garel Rhys says cars are becoming more bulky in shape, and are being fitted with so many accessories, such as multi-speaker sound systems, satellite navigation, climate control, and electronic sunroofs.
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