Car Market
DVLA celebrate 10-series success
The first day of March will be a date motorists will instantly be aware of… thanks to the 10 indicator encased in new style registrations.
BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid
The new concept car offers a particularly good rendition of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan in all its dynamic, efficient and innovative qualities, at the same time representing the ongoing development of the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 and the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 with their drivetrain technology already in production.
Think Blue - A signal for the environment
Protecting the environment is simple and everyone can help in their everyday lives. This is the message of the new image and marketing campaign called ‘Think Blue.’ which the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is launching on February 27, 2010.
New-car market downturn will have adverse effect on used stock
The protracted downturn in new-car sales over recent years will have a significant effect on the used market in 2010 and beyond, warns Glass’s Guide.
Nissan and Playstation GT Academy 2010 is go!
Nissan and PlayStation’s quest to unearth real racing talent from the virtual world of the successful Gran Turismo race simulation games enters a crucial phase today.
British drivers poor on green credentials
British drivers demonstrate behaviours and attitudes that are less environmentally considerate than many European neighbours, according to research from AXA Insurance.
Land Rover debuts towing innovations at Boat & Caravan Show
Land Rover will be showing its exciting new range of vehicles, including the award winning Discovery 4 and the latest in towing technology at The Boat and Caravan Show held at the NEC, Birmingham from 23 to 28 February.
Motorists get up to £5,000 to buy an ultra-low carbon car
Pioneering motorists will receive up to £5,000 to buy an ultra-low carbon car, and the roll-out of supporting infrastructure will begin in selected regions, the Government announced today.
Ampera is charged up for Geneva
The first prototype of the production Ampera today received its initial charge of electricity from the newly installed recharging station at Opel/Vauxhall’s European headquarters.
Ultra-low carbon car incentive
The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association has welcomed the DfT’s ultra-low carbon incentive plans, which include the Plug-in Car Grant and the Plugged-in Places support for charging infrastructure.
THINK starts distribution operations in Austria
Pioneering Scandinavian EV maker, THINK, is celebrating the conclusion of a major new exclusive import and distribution agreement in Austria with Wolfgang Denzel Auto AG.
Mercedes-Benz BlueEFFICIENCY exhibition
An enlightening new exhibition on the green future of the motor car has been opened at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge, Surrey.
SsangYong slashes up to £4,500 off selected models
It’s hares that are supposed to go mad in March, but this year it’s SsangYong dealers who have gone positively bonkers.
Most desirable cars of last three years
Online car buying website motors.co.uk has launched the Buyer’s Choice Awards to help motorists bag a bargain as the new ‘10’ plate releases more new and used cars onto the market.
Revolutionary Honda 3R-C concept
The Honda 3R-C, a revolutionary one-person battery electric vehicle concept, will make its world debut in Geneva alongside the EV-N concept, to be displayed for the first time in Europe.