Car Market
Suzuki donate Kevin Schwantz GSX-R1000 to Ben charity
A completely unique Suzuki GSX-R1000 built especially for grand prix legend Kevin Schwantz, will be up for auction later this month, following the donation of the one-off machine from Suzuki GB PLC to BEN - Motor and Allied Trades Benevolent Fund.
Ford Focus ECOnetic uses auto-start-stop to achieve 99g/km CO2
The new 2010 Ford Focus ECOnetic takes a successful formula to the next level by combining new technology with clever details delivering the most fuel-efficient Focus to date.
HPI secures Inchcape deal
HPI has renewed its contract with Inchcape UK for a further three years. This latest agreement builds on HPI’s already strong relationship with Inchcape Retail Group, providing a clear illustration of the value it places on HPI’s data, combined with its emphasis on delivering premium service and management levels.
Electric vehicle charging system for apartment buildings
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and Japan Delivery System Corporation (JDS) have jointly developed an electric vehicle (EV) charging system for apartment complexes. The system, called i-CHARGER, is to be sold by JDS starting from December 1.
Elektromotive launches Danish EV charging infrastructure
Brighton-based Elektromotive is to play a pivotal role in the introduction of an electric vehicle (EV) recharging infrastructure in Denmark, with the installation of the first Elektrobay roadside charging stations scheduled for completion in time for this month’s COP15 global climate change conference in Copenhagen (7 to 18 December).
Christmas shoppers beware on December 19th
Christmas shoppers need to be on their guard on December 19th - as that's the worst day for car claims, Virgin Money Car Insurance figures show.
Brits among most law abiding and sensible drivers in Europe
As Christmas approaches and the party season gets underway, new research from AXA shows British drivers are less likely to jump behind the wheel while under the influence and are generally more law abiding and safety conscious than almost all its European neighbours.
Nissan celebrates design inspiration at ‘Cube Store’
It has inspired Tokyo for a decade and now the Nissan Cube is set to take London’s East End by storm.
Toyota Prius WhatGreenCar Car of the Year
WhatGreenCar has awarded its prestigious Car of the Year Award to the 2010 Toyota Prius. The 2010 Prius was chosen from a short-list of 10 green car finalists and the judging was independently conducted by WhatGreenCar.
Tips on how to keep your car running this Winter
Almost 7,000 cars breakdown every day in the UK, a number which increases as winter takes hold. When cold weather hits, cars take longer to warm up, oil takes longer to circulate, and the car battery may not have its full charge.
The Toleman Story
Small, unfashionable, short of money – and the last of its kind to become a force in Grand Prix racing. The story of Toleman is not only fascinating and improbable, it has never been told before.
HyBoost aims for 30-40 per cent CO2 reduction
Details of the HyBoost project have been announced, outlining the aim of this research collaboration led by Ricardo in partnership with Controlled Power Technologies, the European Advanced Lead Acid Battery Consortium, Ford, Imperial College London, and Valeo, to demonstrate the ultimate in gasoline engine fuel efficiency using practical and near market-ready technologies.
Christmas shoppers go online to avoid travel costs
Soaring fuel prices are forcing more consumers to shop on their computers rather than on the high street this Christmas, according to independent price comparison and switching service, uSwitch.com.
Volvo Group’s personal CO2 counter - Commute Greener
Reduce your carbon emissions – with the Volvo Group’s personal CO2-counter ‘Commute Greener’.
Numberplate could sell for £100,000
Fans of the late Princess of Wales will be queuing up to bid for car numberplate D1ANA at auction. The coveted registration plate is expected to fetch £100,000 - possibly more – when it goes up for auction at COYS “True Greats”, motoring auction at the Royal Horticultural Halls in London on December 1.