Car Market
Honda CR-Z named Best Sports Car at Green Awards
The Honda CR-Z has won Best Sports Car at the What Car? Green Awards, held last night at Twickenham Stadium, where it was commended for its best-in-class economy and value for money.
'Star cars' on display at Heritage Motor Centre
Batmobile, the new Judge Dredd vehicle, Del-boys Reliant Robin and Shaun the Sheep's Land Rover are just some of the original ‘Star Cars’ on display at the Heritage Motor Centre. Star Cars, which takes place from Saturday 24 July – Sunday 5 September from 10am - 5pm, is a special exhibition featuring a whole host of famous cars from TV and films.
Hendy takes overseas honours at Holland rally
South coast rally driver Steve Hendy battled blistering heat, torrential rain and thunderstorms to finish as the top overseas contender in the weekend’s Exotic Green Rally.
Check your tyres before you make tracks this summer
As the school holiday period approaches millions of motorists will be planning to set off on a motoring holiday and choosing the UK as a destination this summer because of the strength of the Euro and the possible volcano dust cloud which, according to experts, could still interrupt travel plans in the coming months.
More car buyers prepared to haggle on price
Britons are finally learning how to haggle, according to new research from Sainsbury's Finance which reveals that some 59% of those people buying a brand new car in the next six months said that they would haggle ‘very hard' or ‘hard', compared to only 52% in September 2009.
Electric cars spark UK motorists' interest
There has been an increase of interest in electric vehicles following a trial of the cars among UK drivers. During a test-drive involving 250 participants who were asked to try out an electric vehicle; 72 per cent said they would consider using one as their regular car.
Tesla breaks into Alva Top 10
Industrial relations in China was the major operational and reputational risk issue for automotive firms in June, according to the latest Alva Automotive In Sight Analysis. Toyota and Honda’s ongoing labour disputes dominated the automotive issues agenda with over 30% of all automotive coverage.
Pay recharging of electric cars with mobile
At this year’s Almedalen Week, Accumulate and Sust (Sustainable Innovation) showcases how quick and easy it is to pay for the recharging of electric cars.
Success for TD customers at Time Attack Round 3
Shane Smith drives straight to second place in the Club Pro Class in the Time Attack series. Despite the nitrous not working, in the TR Racing tuned and Turbo Dynamics turbocharged R34 GTR, he flew over the finish line at 141.60mph.
Driving Instructor app set to transform driving school industry
The Driving Instructor app for the iPhone, developed by Motopilot Rider Coaching, is set to make big changes in the way driving instructors operate, and bringing their industry right up to date.
Hyundai i-flow to wow crowds at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Hyundai’s pioneering concept car i-flow will be displayed at the world-renowned Goodwood Festival of Speed (1-4 July) in the UK. The car, designed at the company’s European Technical Center, will be making its first appearance since impressing crowds on its global debut during the Geneva Motor Show in March.
Honda CR-Z hybrid to star at Eco Rally
Honda's sporty 2+2 coupe will front the convoy as it makes its way from Brighton to London, in this annual celebration of low-emission vehicles.
London’s ready to go electric
Today saw the first London consumers taking delivery of their smart fortwo electric drives, as part of the UK’s biggest electric vehicle trial.
Toyota Auris Hybrid WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2010
The title of WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2010 has been awarded to the new Toyota Auris hybrid, which is launched today.
Elektromotive powers launches of all-new plug-in vehicles
A host of major car brands are gearing up for the launch of environmentally-friendly electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the next few years, and Elektromotive, the world’s leading provider of recharging posts, is making sure they remain fully charged for their debuts.