Car Market
Kia “Ray” plug-in hybrid concept debuts in Chicago
Kia Motors has unveiled its “Ray” plug-in Hybrid concept at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, to highlight its innovative fuel-stretching and emissions-cutting technologies.
Mercedes-Benz World sets hearts racing
There’s a thrilling dash of motorsport action in the offing and a liberal sprinkling of romance in the air at Mercedes-Benz World right now.
North American vehicle sales cut by a fifth in 2009
The new car market across North America suffered the full force of recession in 2009, with some worrying trends revealed in the latest figures supplied by world’s leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, JATO Dynamics.
A new BMW for less than £7
BMW has teamed up with Streetcar, the UK’s largest car club, to give people the chance to drive away in a BMW for as little as £6.95. The innovative deal gives club members the opportunity to experience a BMW 1 Series or 3 Series as and when they wish.
smart is the past and the present CO2 champion
The smart fortwo cdi is maintaining its top position among the most environmentally friendly cars with a combustion engine. The smart fortwo cdi now emits just 86 g/km of CO2 – less than all its competitors.
Russian new car market halves during 2009
Russian new car buyers stayed away from showrooms in large numbers during 2009, with sales volumes almost halving in 2009, according to the latest market analysis from the world’s leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, JATO Dynamics.
Turbo Dynamics and Rallye Sunseeker support the South’s rally drivers
Whether it’s Drag Racing, Drifting, Hill-climbing or Rallying, competing in motorsport is not cheap by anyone’s standards. Therefore it is unsurprising that, during the recession, we have been witness to the forced sale of beloved competition cars and falls in the number of competitors entering events.
Scrappage scheme success for Autotorq.com clients
An online tool launched last April by Autotorq.com to maximise the benefits of the car scrappage scheme, has increased its dealer customers’ leads by over 12 percent.
Saigon Scooters join World of Top Gear
Two motorcycles that featured in the 2008 Top Gear Vietnam Special have been purchased by the National Motor Museum at a recent Bonhams auction.
Drivers still risking lives for phones, says IAM
The latest official figures for mobile phone use from the Department for Transport show that drivers are still taking risks with their own lives and those of others, says the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
All-new Renault Megane Coupe-Cabriolet
New Megane Coupe-Cabriolet rounds off the renewal of the New Megane family in style with introduction of the line-up's sixth body type.
Can’t scrap it? Swap it and bag £3k off a new Vauxhall!
The Government’s ‘scrappage’ scheme may have almost run its course, but today Vauxhall is set to offer customers an even more generous package, available on three of its most popular ranges.
Travel and Training from Porsche
For all drivers wanting to brush up on their driving skills in preparation for a future bout of extreme winter weather, the Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone offers a specific Winter Preparation course.
Buying cars online is starting to click
Shopping for cars online is becoming more popular and it's a win-win situation, says Which? Car - you're not only likely to secure a bigger discount, you'll also have added legal protection.
Scrappage scheme will run to end of March
An extra month has been added to the deadline for the Government Scrappage Scheme allowing manufacturers and dealers more time to prepare for and operate the exit phase of the Scheme.