Car Market
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.
Dotz Wheels to mod ‘live’ at USC 2010
Leading wheel designer Dotz has long been known as the ideal ‘first call’ to improve the look of any car, but for this year’s Ultimate Street Car show at Santa Pod, they’re going one better! Over the three days of the show between the 6th and 8th of August, an assembled Dotz team will transform a stock hatchback into a showstopper, changing almost every part of the car in the process!
Goodwood Manufacturer Preview Day - the ‘Moving Motor Show’
Further to The Earl of March’s confirmation last month that Goodwood will be introducing a dedicated Manufacturer Preview Day, more details can now be revealed about this one-day extension – dubbed the ‘Moving Motor Show’ – to the hugely successful Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Salon Prive welcomes two special Bentley previews
Bentley Motors has confirmed it has selected Salon Prive (21 – 23 July 2010) as one of the key venues to reveal the its new flagship, the Mulsanne, as well as the 202mph Continental Supersports Convertible.
Motorists advised to jet wash cars to remove volcanic ash
Motorists are being advised to jet wash their cars to prevent damage from falling volcanic ash. Experts from car accessories retailer Halfords say the tiny particles of grit belching out from the Icelandic eruption could badly scratch paintwork if not properly removed.
Power companies lead charge in Electric Vehicle adoption
Pioneering Scandinavian electric vehicle (EV) maker, THINK, is making great progress in its mission of ‘Changing The World, One Car At A Time’ with electricity and utility providers across Europe, who are taking delivery of several fleets of EVs from the company.
Convertibles sell-out at British Car Auctions special sale
Was it the sunshine or simply a general feeling of optimism that prompted a complete clear out of convertibles put up for sale at leading car auction specialist, British Car Auctions (BCA) mid April?
Prepare your car for summer
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has offered drivers advice on how to prime their cars properly for the warmer weather.
Save money on fuel by making sure tyres are properly inflated
More than a third of drivers in the UK are needlessly increasing their fuel bills and taking extra safety risks by failing to keep their tyres properly inflated.
New price-drop car auction stock exceeds 1,000 units
Within a month of launch, the price-drop auction hosted on the UK Car Exchange website – ukcarexchange.com – has quickly established itself as a reputable alternative for sourcing used cars, with stock levels consistently exceeding 1,000 cars.
Alfa Romeo stars at 2010 Villa d’Este
The famous Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza, which is dedicated to exhibiting the most beautiful cars of the past, will take place on 23 - 25 April this year.
Michelin continues MPG Marathon sponsorship in 2010
Michelin is continuing its sponsorship of the 2010 MPG Marathon which is organised by Fleet World magazine.
Road map for electric cars in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes Council and the Renault-Nissan Alliance have passed a major milestone for the future of greener driving in Milton Keynes by signing a Definitive Agreement which sets out a road map for the roll-out of electric vehicles and infrastructure in the Borough.