Car Market
Volkswagen Eos with BlueMotion
With the introduction of the first petrol-engined model to feature BlueMotion technologies, the Volkswagen Eos has joined in with the tradition and has made a New Year’s resolution that it will drink less from January.
Iconic British built cars top of poll
Autocar readers have overwhelmingly voted for the British-built Range Rover as their Car of the Decade, in a poll run on autocar.co.uk during the past month.
Renault previews new Megane Coupe-Cabriolet
The 2010 Geneva Motor Show will see Renault extend the New Megane line-up with the addition of a sixth model, the Coupe-Cabriolet. The newcomer will be premiered in Switzerland on the 2 March, as well as at L’Atelier Renault on the Champs Elysees in Paris, on the 5 March.
Blinkered drivers at risk this winter
One in three motorists admits they will drive this winter without being able to see out of their windscreen properly according to research by Continental Tyres.
Winter tyre safety tips – beware the hidden snow dangers
The UK is facing yet more very cold and icy weather with potentially heavy snow falls. At this time of the year it is vital to ensure that a vehicle’s tyres are in good order and with adequate tread depth to deal with poor and potentially dangerous driving conditions.
Choosing breakdown cover
Will Thomas, head of motor at Confused.com, says: "Hoping for the best in extreme weather conditions like this is a highway to nowhere for anyone who needs the use of a vehicle.
Motorists warned of the threat of the ‘invisible’ pothole
Motorists are being warned about the threat of ‘invisible’ potholes after a rise in accidents.
Alfa Romeo announces MiTo MultiAir prices
Alfa Romeo UK has just announced pricing of its revolutionary MultiAir engined MiTo range, set to arrive here in spring 2010.
Ford: Focusing on heritage
As Ford of Britain enters its 99th year the company's historical fleet is celebrating its own milestone – securing its 100th vehicle.
Saab prices falling, bargain opportunity for car buyers
General Motors are due to announce their plans for Saab on 7th January. It is touch and go whether the brand will be sold or closed. According to Used Car Expert Magazine prices on Saabs have been depressed for the last 18 months.
2010 NAIAS photo contest sponsored by WWJ NewsRadio 950
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will once again host an amateur photography contest sponsored by WWJ NewsRadio 9950, beginning Tues., Jan. 19, at Cobo Center.
One night at NAIAS benefits 12 Children's Charities
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will once again host the black-tie Charity Preview gala event on Friday, January 15 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Cobo Center, benefitting 12 children's charities of greater Metro Detroit.
Santa Pod turns track day market on its head
Santa Pod, the home of European drag racing has just turned the track day market on its head, by being the first venue in the UK to allow guests to drive under fully timed race conditions – with a passenger.
New Year road accidents to double as extra cars hit rush hour
The number of accidents on UK roads could more than double on Monday and Tuesday (4th & 5th January), as millions of extra cars hit the first morning rush hour after the Christmas break.
Classic cars cruise through Le Meridien Al Aqah
Classic cars made a scenic pit-stop at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort, as part of the Classic Car Carnival in collaboration with Sharjah Classic Car Museum and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Society Development.