Car Market
Surtees to drive sports car full length of Channel Tunnel
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the opening of the Channel Tunnel and on the occasion of the 37th annual Burlington Beaujolais Run, Eurotunnel is, for the first time ever, opening its service tunnel to allow a unique car to drive from England to France.
NLE and Reva to develop Electric Vehicle market in Iceland
Northern Lights Energy (NLE), the initiator of the 2012 project and provider of infrastructure and services for Electric Vehicles (EV) based in Iceland has signed an agreement with REVA to jointly develop the electric vehicle market in Iceland.
A winning formula at Powered By Mercedes-Benz Live
Sunday’s Powered By Mercedes-Benz Live, event, hosted by Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands, was a huge success with over 15,000 motorsport fans attending.
Government gives long-term support for UK motor industry
Government has committed to create an Automotive Council to strengthen engagement with industry and set a long-term plan for its development.
LeasePlan appoints BCA as Managing Partner
In a unique move for the UK remarketing sector, LeasePlan has appointed BCA as Managing Partner for remarketing all of LeasePlan’s vehicles, handling in excess of 30,000 units annually for the UK’s second biggest leasing company.
Car thieves delight in winter nights
TRACKER, the UK’s leading provider of stolen vehicle recovery systems, is urging motorists to prepare for the dark winter months as figures show a 20 per cent increase in recoveries of stolen vehicles during the winter months compared to the height of summer.
Zircotec offers discount on ZircoFlex at Classic Motor Show
Classic car owners and enthusiasts attending the Classic Motor Show at the Birmingham NEC will have the opportunity to hear about the dramatic heat reduction properties of Zircotec’s new ceramic coating, ZircoFlex, and will even be able to buy the new coating at a discounted show price by visiting the Zircotec stand.
Use WhatGreenCar when you scrap your banger
Rolled out in May this year by Lord Mandelson, the Car Scrappage Scheme has proved a massive success in the UK with over 227,000 new cars on order or sold since launch.
Used car values fall for second month running
BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values have decreased for the second month running – the first time there have been consecutive monthly falls since August of last year.
More participants than ever before line up for Race Car Live!
More manufacturers and race series organisers than ever before are lined up to appear at this year’s Race Car Live, held at Brands Hatch on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November.
Save money at the pumps, inflate your tyres
In the current economic climate saving money and reducing unnecessary costs is on everyone’s mind.
Time-consuming credit crunch commuting
During a previous recession, one former Government official found himself in trouble after suggesting the unemployed members of the population should ‘get on their bikes’ to find work.
Switching to electric cars could speed climate change
The idea that a wholesale switch to electric cars would automatically reduce CO2 emissions and dependence on oil is one of a number of myths dispelled by a major new report conducted on behalf of the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
Misuse of satnav means business drivers driving blind
Business drivers using satellite navigation should keep a map for backup, says the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
Silverstone experiential driving and test complex
Silverstone has unveiled details of its brand new Stowe Complex – a unique collection of customer focused test track facilities, hospitality units and pit garages.