Car Market
The Vauxhall Collective - three years on
For three successful years, the Vauxhall Collective, set up by Vauxhall Motors as part of its ongoing commitment to championing style and design in the UK, has offered a platform for the most promising creatives to develop their style and create unique projects across fine arts, theatre, photography, craft & design, fashion and film.
Citroen zones in on free London driving
Following the Mayor of London’s recent announcement that all Euro 5 compliant cars emitting 100g/km CO2 or less will be able to enter the Congestion Charging zone free of charge from 4th January 2011; Citroen is pleased to offer three stylish, efficient and well-equipped models that will be eligible for the 100% discount - saving London drivers around £2,500 per year.
Autumn Driving - Don’t ‘leaf’ anything to chance
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has called for drivers to take extra care in the riskier driving conditions of autumn.
The National Restoration Show
Forget your Sunday best – a pair of steel toecap boots and mucky overalls is the expected dress code at the National Restoration Show this Sunday (24th October) at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry. And don’t worry about the Sunday roast either, because there’s plenty to see, do – and buy at the show.
Nissan Leaf production begins at Oppama, Japan
Nissan has started production at its Oppama facility for the all-new 100% electric, zero-emission Nissan LEAF, which is slated to go on sale in December in Japan and the United States, and from early 2011, in select markets in Europe.
Delphi working to make electric vehicle wireless charging a reality
Delphi Automotive has reached an agreement with WiTricity Corp., a wireless energy transfer technology provider, to develop automatic wireless charging products for hybrid and electric vehicles.
Kwik-Fit offers range of winter tyres
With weather forecasters predicting another severe winter for the UK, and snow arriving as early as this week, the nation’s motorists are urged to look back twelve months as they prepare for the season ahead.
Rising fuel prices more effective than speed cameras
A new survey by RoadPilot has found that nearly half of UK motorists claim to have reduced their average speed in the past 12 months, with concerns over rising fuel costs – rather than the presence of speed cameras and other traffic enforcement measures – cited as the main reason for the change.
Protect your vehicle from the cold-snap
With a freezing winter on the cards, drivers need to protect their cars from the icy conditions which the UK is likely to experience.
Women drivers steer clear of dipsticks
Female drivers lag behind men when it comes to performing basic car maintenance, according to research by Autoquake.com, UK online used car retailer.
Halfords ready to help motorists through big freeze
Following the first frost of the year and with snow in Scotland this morning, Halfords customers are rushing for the anti-freeze.
A record-breaking evening with Don Wales
On Saturday 13th November, the National Motor Museum will be hosting an evening with Don Wales who will be giving a talk on his World Record Breaking success while delving into personal experiences, human endeavour and family history.
HPI offers 25% discount on car history checks
Leading vehicle history check provider HPI is reminding used car buyers to remain aware of the potential dangers when purchasing a used car, as statistics show 1 in 3 vehicles checked by HPI has a hidden history.
Warming thoughts from Halfords this winter
Dark nights and cold starts, it is no wonder some of us take a little while to warm up first thing. As the country prepares for the clocks going back it is a timely reminder to get you and your car prepared for winter driving conditions.
Bright light for winter motorists
Make sure you are not left in the dark this winter with buy one get one free on Halfords Extreme Brilliance Bulbs.