Car Market
Swapping is the new scrapping
Following the success of the Government’s car scrappage scheme which ended in February 2010, Skoda UK has introduced its own ‘Happy Swapping’ initiative.
Drivers taking dangerous risks with part worn tyres
The number of tyre related deaths and accidents on the UK’s roads could be set to rise after new research has revealed that more than one in ten drivers is more likely to buy part worn tyres compared with 12 months ago.
Renaultsport announces 2010 trackday calendar
Renault has an award-winning, enviable reputation for building the best hot hatches with the new Megane Renaultsport 250, Clio Renaultsport 200 and Twingo Renaultsport 133. Now owners can explore the limits of their track-bred pocket rockets in safety with Renaultsport’s exclusive 2010 trackday calendar.
Premium car brands flock to Salon Prive
The fifth annual Salon Prive (21 – 23 July 2010) is on track to be the best yet, with a flurry of big-name super and luxury car brands confirming their attendance.
Seat fuels British Gas push for greener driving
The first of 500 new, ultra-green SEAT Leon Ecomotives ordered by UK energy giant British Gas have been handed over.
Sun, sea and soft tops
What are the sure signs of Spring’s arrival? Daffodils blooming? Lighter evenings? BCA’s first specialist convertible sale of the year? Then Spring must be imminent as Lex Autolease and Black Horse will stage the first in a series of three special themed Convertible sales with BCA at the Blackbushe auction centre on Saturday, 17th April.
Biker goes hopping mad at Goodwood
In anticipation of the welcome return of British trials bike legend Dougie Lampkin to the Festival of Speed from 2-4 July, Goodwood has filmed an ‘Episode 2’ video for viral distribution of Lampkin running amok around the 12,500 acre Goodwood Estate in West Sussex.
No trade-in required for Mazda’s post scrappage scheme
Now that the Government scrappage fund has come to an end, each manufacturer is approaching the market in a different way with a number of complex scrappage schemes that rely on an old vehicle to exchange or scrap.
Goodwood to launch Manufacturer Preview Day
The Earl of March is proud to announce today the introduction of a dedicated Manufacturer Preview Day, dubbed the ‘Moving Motor Show,’ as a one-day extension to the hugely successful Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Flex your eco-driving skills and win an Ampera
The motto says it all: “Green Drivers Wanted!” Vauxhall is looking for Europe’s greenest driver as part of its ecoFLEX Experience, a unique competition where entrants can show off their fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly driving skills.
Celebrations for Alfa Romeo and Aston Martin at Bromley
Bromley Pageant of Motoring returns to Norman Park, Bromley, on Sunday 13th June, with celebrations for the centenary of the Alfa Romeo and the 75th anniversary of the Aston Martin Owners Club.
Race Retro reaches seven year high
This year’s Race Retro reached a seven year high as just under 27,000 motorsport enthusiasts attended the three-day event held at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.
Up to £2,000 off a new Kia with ‘7 year switch’
Kia Motors is extending the benefits of the UK scrappage scheme with the introduction of 7 Year Switch, offering owners of cars over seven years old the chance to trade up to a new Kia, take home a seven year warranty and save up to £2,000 off the list price.
Online price-drop car auction offers rapid and profitable disposal
Car dealers now have a new, rapid and cost-effective way of selling their stock direct to consumers and trade, saving the hassle and expense associated with traditional routes to market, thanks to UK Car Exchange ukcarexchange.com.
Aston Barclay sale shows clear division of used convertible market
Aston Barclay ran what it believes was the UK’s first convertible sale of 2010 on the 4th of March with a 100% sales conversion rate on 72 cars.