Car Market
Volkswagen launches most efficient Polo yet
The new Polo BlueMotion is available to order from Volkswagen Retailers today, with prices starting at £14,445 RRP on the road for the three-door, and £15,045 for the five-door model.
Vauxhall Flextreme GT/E concept - The shape of things to come
Vauxhall will unveil a dramatic concept car at this year’s Geneva Show that is set to boost its credentials as a leader in environmental vehicles.
Car criminal comes a cropper, thanks to HPI and a savvy car buyer
Just days ago, HPI joined forces with the Association of Chief Police Offices to return the spotlight on stolen log books (V5) which continue to circulate, making car cloning rich pickings for the unscrupulous – see below story.
CAP launches review of electric vehicle sector
Uncertainty over the performance of electric vehicles means reliable future residual value forecasting is currently impossible, CAP has announced.
Police stop cars for ‘zero' mistakes, says AA Insurance
Motorists who have made simple registration errors on their insurance applications are being stopped by police - and occasionally having their cars confiscated as a result.
THINK welcomes Amsterdam’s Electric Transport Project subsidy
THINK, the Scandinavian EV maker, has publically welcomes a new Electric Transport Project subsidy from Amsterdam City Council, designed to encourage local corporations and entrepreneurs to electrify their vehicles and help reduce emissions and improve air quality in the city.
Prolonged adverse conditions make vehicle checks vital
As the UK continues to face the coldest winter in over three decades, UK motorists need to check their vehicles are in a fit condition to face the unusually harsh weather that seems set to continue.
Bright idea for 2 in 1 Daytime Running Lamps
Research figures from the EU suggest that motorists could help prevent around 2,000 road deaths each year with the use of Daytime Running Lamps.
Toyota at the Geneva Motor Show
Hybrid Technology Development and Enhanced Product Appeal are the leading themes for Toyota’s presentation at the Geneva motor show, represented by a range of concept and production models that will be making their first appearance in Europe.
Hertz and Nissan to provide electric car rentals
Hertz has announced it has entered a joint commitment with Nissan to bring zero-emission mobility to car rental in the US and Europe by early 2011. Under the terms of their Memorandum of Understanding, Hertz will develop a program for the roll-out of Nissan LEAF at select rental sites in those two major markets.
Back off - British drivers are tail-haters
Tailgating is the most despised habit amongst British motorists with two thirds (66%) wanting to put bumper-to-bumper motoring in the road-going equivalent of Room 101.
Ian Cooks up a treat at Spark launch
With its vibrant colour schemes and youthful appeal, the Chevrolet Spark is already a car that will have immense appeal to the youth market.
Recession sees increase in used car finance fraud
As the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) reports an increase in people fraudulently selling cars they do not own – otherwise known as conversion fraud - HPI is warning car buyers that if they purchase a vehicle on outstanding finance, they stand to lose both the car and the money they paid for it.
Spring clean your car with regular servicing
Motorists planning a spring service for their car following the recent cold snap can visit an XPart AutoService centre for a free vehicle health check to make sure their car is in good working order after the winter.
Ricardo consortium aims to meet engineering challenge of biofuels
Ricardo has announced the formation of a consortium that is open to automakers, Tier 1 suppliers, oil companies, additive manufacturers and government agencies, with the aim of evaluating the impact of biofuels on current and future light duty engine technologies.