Car Market
Jump in October crashes as motorists forget basics in the wet
Motorists’ failure to adjust from ‘summer driving mode’ remains a key factor in the expected 15 percent leap in road accidents during October.
2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival provisional dates
The Earl of March, patron of the UK’s most celebrated motor sport meetings – the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival – is delighted to announce today the provisional 2010 dates for these hugely popular annual events.
Get ready to Rock n Roll, Jive and Swing at Classic Motor Show
Cars from the post-war swing period right through to be-finned Goliaths from the Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll are taking pride of place at this year’s Classic Motor Show.
September average used car values - a very mixed message
BCA is reporting mixed messages from the used car market in September as overall used car values decreased for the first time since last November and price performance varied significantly between the first and second halves of the month.
Quentin Willson helps to cut road deaths and accidents
Motoring journalist and television presenter Quentin Willson is helping to cut the number of deaths and accidents on the UK’s roads caused by driving on tyres with illegal tread depth.
Renault-Nissan signs zero-emission partnership in Vancouver
The Renault–Nissan Alliance, the Province of British Columbia, the City of Vancouver and BC Hydro announced today a partnership that will see British Columbia become the initial launch point for Nissan’s Canadian zero-emission transportation program.
Costliest optional equipment worth little on used car market
Many of the most costly items of optional high-tech equipment currently available on new prestige-brand cars are worth very little on the used market, according to the latest analysis from GlassGuide.co.uk.
How car owners can win the clone war
Motorists are finding themselves in the midst of car wars on the streets of Britain. On one side, criminals are stealing the identity of legitimately owned cars to mask stolen vehicles. On the other, owners are being urged to be vigilant or risk becoming the victim of car cloning.
September sales rise thanks to scrappage
‘Car sales figures confirm the third consecutive monthly increase in registrations, largely due to the vehicle scrappage scheme.
Scrappage spurs September new car sales
The momentum for new car sales under the scrappage incentive scheme has continued in September, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Green Fleet honours Elektromotive MD
Elektromotive’s Managing Director, Calvey Taylor-Haw, has been honoured with Green Fleet’s 2009 ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’ in recognition of his promotion of zero-emissions motoring in the UK and overseas.
Green is Go at Green Motor Expo
Camden businesses and residents including TV presenter Gail Porter discovered a wide range of green transport options at Regent’s Place last week.
From Sky Blues to green miles
A break in the clouds to reveal blue skies over the city of the ‘Sky Blues’ proved a good omen for 37 ‘green’ drivers taking part in the 2009 ALD Automotive/Total ECO 10 MPG Marathon this week - with the winning vehicle achieving almost 100 miles per gallon.
Half term fun at the Heritage Motor Centre
The Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon, home to the world's largest collection of British cars, is organising a number of fun filled activities for families to enjoy during October half term.
Women's make-up driving distraction
Almost one fifth of women admit they have put on make up whilst driving, putting themselves and other road users at risk, a new poll has revealed.