Car Market
Suzuki Sunday announced for Ace Cafe
Suzuki owners are invited to a special day of celebrations on 20th June, as Suzuki GB join forces with the UK's most recognised biker venue, to stage a special day as the firm celebrates 25 years of the GSX-R sports bike range and 50 years of International racing in 2010.
Used car buyers choose budget over environment
Cash strapped Brits are shelving environmental concerns when it comes to purchasing their next car, with only a fifth even considering green credentials, research by Carmony.co.uk has revealed.
Kids think mum is better at driving than dad
Its official – kids feel safer when mum is at the wheel, it was revealed yesterday in a survey carried out by breakdown cover and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist.
Construction begins of Renault-Nissan battery plant in Europe
Construction of the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s first European plant for the production of advanced lithium-ion batteries began today in Sunderland, UK.
Call for parents to sit in on young drivers’ lessons
Young drivers might be less likely to crash after passing their test if their parents sit in on driving lessons.
Motorists may be able to recover costs for damage caused by potholes
The insurance industry is estimated to be forking out £2.85m per month for pothole claims and consumers should review the details of their motor insurance policy to see if they can recoup some repair costs advises independent research company, Defaqto.
100,000 crashed cars a year return to the road
The number of crashed cars being put back on the road has increased by over 10% in the last two years, with more than 100,000 written-off vehicles hitting the streets last year alone, as people strive for cheaper motoring.
007 cars and secret agents at the Heritage Motor Centre
The Heritage Motor Centre, home to the world's largest historic collection of British cars, is organising a whole host of exciting activities for families during May Half Term. From James Bond Week and Spy School to the Gaydon Spring Classic and Metro 30th Anniversary, there’s something for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
Drivers urged to take care over May Bank Holiday getaway
Last May Bank Holiday weekend saw 11 million Brits take to the roads, with heavy traffic and a spate of accidents leading to congestion on many major routes.
Hundreds of Porsches to converge at the Heritage Motor Centre
Hundreds of Porsches will converge at The Heritage Motor Centre for ‘The Porsche Show’ on Sunday 6 June from 10am – 4pm. Now in its 3rd year, the friendly, informal show is dedicated to all things Porsche and includes plenty of fun activities for all the family.
Vauxhall Ampera passes production milestone
The Vauxhall Ampera passed an important milestone last Friday, when the first pre-production car rolled off the line at GM’s Pre-Production Operations' assembly line in Warren, Michigan.
Direct Line reveals ‘Crash for cash’ hotspots
Analysis by Direct Line has identified the UK's top ten ‘crash for cash' hotspots, as the insurer steps up its fight against fraudsters who cost every other motorist an average of £44 a year and delay payments for genuine claims.
Saab enthusiasts to flock to 2010 Saab Festival
Thousands of Saab enthusiasts from all over the world are expected to attend the 2010 Saab Festival in Sweden between 15–18 July, the first to be held since Saab became an independent company earlier this year.
Saab and Spyker CEOs to drive classic Saabs on Mille Miglia
Italian hillsides are about to reverberate again to the distinctive crackle of a Saab two-stroke engine. Providing the soundtrack will be Saab Automobile CEO Jan Åke Jonsson and Saab Automobile Chairman and Spyker Cars CEO Victor Muller, who will each drive a 1957-vintage Saab 93 at this year’s historic Mille Miglia road race.
Used convertible values could rise 20% in summer 2010
With the arrival of spring typically marking the start of the convertible buying season, prices of popular ‘drop-top’ models could increase by as much as 20% in value over the next six months, according to used car retailer Carsite.co.uk.