Car Market
Car dealers lag behind in mobile revolution
At present, fewer than 10 per cent of the UK’s biggest car dealer businesses tailor their website content for users of web-enabled iPhones and other smartphones, according to a new survey. This is despite the fact that one in four UK consumers already use their mobile devices to research or transact purchases online each week.
Electric car wins Car of the Year
Nissan’s Leaf has become the first all-electric car to win the coveted Car of the Year title, after one of the most diverse voting processes in the award’s history. Nissan’s revolutionary Leaf, on sale in Europe from the beginning of next year and is scheduled to be built in Britain at Nissan’s Sunderland plant from 2013.
Pole position for Peugeot iOn as electric car orders build
Pioneering UK firms are switching on to the benefits of electric vehicles and turning to Peugeot’s all-electric iOn.
Classic cars worth £8 million attract city investors
More than £8 million worth of classic cars will be auctioned in London before Christmas and the sale is attracting investors from all over the world.
4x4 prices pick-up as the snow falls
Leading vehicle auction specialist, BCA, has reported renewed interest in 4x4s sold at its auction centres around the UK as the winter weather tightens its grip right across the country. For many motorists, particularly those living in rural or remote areas, a 4x4 is fast becoming a necessity in winter rather than a luxury.
Unique fleet driver training scheme
Volvo Car UK’s fleet division has teamed up with Ultimate Car Control to offer a unique training programme for company car drivers.
Ford helps drivers get to grips with winter
Ford dealers are helping drivers across the UK avoid any slip-ups this winter, with the availability of the latest technology Pirelli winter tyres.
Take it easy in snow says IAM
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has today issued advice on driving on snow and ice, with freezing conditions set to continue for many days to come.
Don’t let your battery let you down this winter
According to the AA, a flat battery was the most common breakdown call out they attended in 2008. With 535,500 call outs, this is over 200,000 more than for a punctured tyre.
Safer doesn’t necessarily mean slower, says IAM
Advanced Training & Rider Performance, a new report launched by the IAM, has shown that the organisation’s advanced system of riding really does deliver sustainable benefits in anticipation, better road positioning and swift but safe progress in a wide range of road environments.
Volkswagen debuts gas power at 2010 Race of Champions
The annual Race of Champions showdown returns to Germany this weekend (27-28 November) for the first time in 21 years, and the Scirocco R-Cup race car will join a list of legendary names from the world of motorsport as they compete to claim the title of ‘Champion of Champions’.
Breakdown - don’t be left shivering about town!
With weather forecasters predicting that the current cold snap may last for some time, new research from The Co-operative Insurance highlights the prevalence of breakdowns and the most common motor maintenance mystifiers.
Nissan Juke takes Continental Irish Car of the Year crown
The Nissan Juke has been voted Continental Irish Car of the Year 2011 by the Irish Motoring Writers Association. The announcement was made at an awards ceremony today in the Convention Centre Dublin attended by leading figures from the motor industry.
Winter driving tips - it’s not as tricky as you think
With bad weather forecast for much of the UK over the next few days there is no excuse to get caught out by the imminent wintry driving conditions. Mike Frisby, DIAmond Advanced Motorists’ Chief Examiner, says that far too much emphasis is put on what to do in the event of a skid, when really we should be putting more thought in to not allowing things to get that far in the first place.
Toyota at the Future Car Challenge
Toyota has released a video featuring highlights of its participation in the inaugural Brighton to London Future Car Challenge earlier this month.