Car Market
Erik Carlsson to attend start of XIV Rallye Monte Carlo Historique
Rally legend Erik Carlsson is to support the centenary celebrations of the Monte Carlo Rally by backing a team who will compete in this week’s XIVth Monte Carlo Historique rally in an exact replica of the car that took him to victory back in 1963.
Peugeot i0n electric car delivered to EDF Energy
The first Peugeot i0n car in the UK, the company’s latest generation electric car, has been sold and delivered to EDF Energy, Britain’s largest producer of low carbon electricity, for use in its fleet including testing recharging solutions.
Fuel price increases are no new thing
The increase in motoring costs between 2008-2009 – when vehicle purchase expenditure has been falling since 2005 – is the key finding of How much we spend on motoring and travel, published by the IAM as the latest in its series of IAM Motoring Facts 2010/2011.
BCA starts year with a bang
The early days of 2011 have seen exceptional levels of trading at BCA, with the second week in January being one of the best on record for the Group.
National Motorsport Week celebrates global sporting success
This summer sees the launch of a new and improved National Motorsport Week that will culminate in the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Volkswagen unveils the XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle in Qatar
The new Volkswagen XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle (SEV) has been unveiled at the Qatar Motor Show. Pioneering construction techniques, an advanced plug-in hybrid drivetrain and innovative packaging all play a part in allowing the XL1 to return 313 mpg on the combined cycle while emitting 24 g/km of CO2to set a new benchmark for vehicle efficiency.
Historics consign ‘The Klemantaski Car’
An AC Aceca originally owned by the famed photographer Louis Klemantaski has been added to the forthcoming Historics at Brooklands auction on 3rd March, with the British sports coupé recently restored and now FIA ‘competition ready’, and expected to fetch offers in the region of £75,000 - £90,000.
See the Police ‘Lotus Evora’ at Heritage Motor Centre
Radical automotive artist, Ian Cook, renowned for using radio controlled cars to produce his pieces, has created a special piece of artwork, the Police Lotus Evora. The painting will be revealed to PC Angus Nairm when the £50,000, 160mph Police car makes a special visit to the Heritage Motor Centre on Thursday 27 January.
Driving in heavy rain and floods
After the difficulties of driving through ice and snow Britain’s beleaguered motorists now have to cope with the treacherous conditions caused by flooding and torrential rain.
Jaguar celebrates 50 years of iconic E-Type
This year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the most famous and desirable cars in automotive history - the Jaguar E-Type.
Majority of drivers are now prepared for winter
A recent survey carried out by one of the UK’s leading road safety and breakdown organisations GEM Motoring Assist has revealed that an impressive 73 per cent of motorists have taken positive action to prepare and equip their car for the hazardous winter months.
David Coulthard to open Scottish Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Show
The Caravan Club is delighted to announce that Caravan Club member, David Coulthard MBE, former Formula One driver and television presenter, will officially open The Scottish Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Show on 3rd February 2011, from The Club stand (H30).
Chevrolet Volt relies on Federal-Mogul Systems Protection
Federal-Mogul Corporation has announced its contribution to the groundbreaking 2011 Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle. Federal-Mogul innovations include protective coverings from the company’s Systems Protection group for the lithium-ion battery pack cooling system, braking system and high-voltage electrical system, as well as a number of powertrain and other electrical components.
Jaguar E-Type to celebrate 50th birthday at Silverstone Classic
This year’s Silverstone Classic (22-24 July) will be the world’s premier venue for the Jaguar E-Type’s 50th birthday celebrations. Launched in 1961, the legendary E-Type remains one of the most iconic, elegant and revered sports cars of all time and its golden anniversary will be honoured with a host of special races and displays at the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival.
Buyers considering electric vehicles rises five-fold
The number of people considering buying a plug-in hybrid or battery electric car as their next vehicle purchase has risen from 9% to 53%, representing a five-fold increase since the same question was last asked in July 2010, according to a survey by Glass’s, the UK vehicle valuation expert.