Car Market
Fisker Karma plug-in hybrid at Paris Motor Show
Fisker Automotive, the California manufacturer of elegantly designed, premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, will debut the first factory-built Karma at the 2010 Paris Motor Show.
Men take a shine to keeping their cars clean
Next time you see a really dirty car parked in the street the chances are the owner is a woman. That's because when it comes to cars and driving, new research shows there's one area where men take the top spot - they have the cleanest cars.
George Michael’s conviction is a warning as other drivers
As George Michael is jailed for driving under the influence of a cocktail of illegal and prescription drugs, many more drivers could be putting themselves and others at risk by failing to recognise the importance of adhering to prescription drug warnings.
Nissan GT-R to take monstrous role in Top Gear Live
Nissan’s all-conquering GT-R supercar is set to play a Japanese mythical icon in a Manga-style street racing sequence at this year’s Top Gear Live theatre premiered at the MPH Prestige & Performance Motor Show.
Renault’s zero-emission strategy
Renault is taking a pioneering stance on sustainable mobility for all. Its brand signature 'Drive the Change' symbolises the Company’s ongoing bid to reduce the ecological footprint of vehicles through their complete lifecycle, from their design and production, through to their use on the road and to the end of life.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-CELL
Following the B-Class F-CELL fuel-cell car, Mercedes-Benz now introduces the new A-Class E-CELL as its second electric car built in series-production conditions.
Know your rights before buying a used car
The OFT has launched a campaign to help people know their rights when they buy a used car from a dealer, as new figures released reveal a rise in complaints.
IRC success for Hankook at Barum Czech Rally Zlin
The speed and consistency of Norwegian rally ace Andreas Mikkelsen has netted the Hankook IRC team another top five finish with success on the Barum Czech Rally Zlin at the weekend.
Nissan celebrates sportscar heritage at Goodwood Revival
Nissan is to highlight over 40 years of sportscar heritage at the Goodwood Revival this weekend (September 17-19) as it proudly displays the company’s modern day 370Z and GT-R alongside the classic cars to which they owe their heritage.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV awarded Best City Electric Vehicle
The Mitsubishi i-MiEV was awarded the 'Best City Electric Vehicle for the Future' Award at the Start Eco Car Spectacular on Sunday 12th September. The trophy, fashioned from old car parts, was specially designed by Mulberry founder Roger Saul and Grand Designs’ presenter Kevin McCloud.
Motorists fear roads will become more dangerous
New research by RoadPilot has found that 66 per cent of motorists fear roads in selected parts of the UK will become more dangerous with the deactivation of speed cameras.
Heritage Motor Centre to host 6 events in one day
The Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon is to host six exciting and unique events in one day. The Gaydon Autumn Classic, Autumn Cream Tea Run, Club Peugeot Rally, Rover SD1 Club Spares Day, Boot for Ben Car Boot and Heart of England Autojumble all take place on Sunday 19 September.
British Car Auctions and Royal Mail raise £8,000 for Barnados
Hundreds of buyers packed British Car Auction’s Blackbushe auction centre on Monday 13th September for the sale of a beautifully restored Morris Minor post van. The Royal Mail had donated the van for sale with all the proceeds going direct to Barnardo’s, the Royal Mail’s chosen children’s charity.
Goodwood has a thirst for firsts at 2010 Revival
Later this week the Goodwood Revival will get underway (17-19 September) with a number of significant ‘firsts’ at this popular annual historic motor race meeting.
Dame Ellen MacArthur charges up the mall in Renault Fluence
Dame Ellen MacArthur gave the British public their first chance to see the all-electric Renault Fluence Z.E. in action yesterday, driving a prototype in The Prince of Wales’ Start Eco Car Spectacular on The Mall, London.