Car Market
Average European new car greener than ever
As the Frankfurt Motor Show opens its doors to the world, the average new car being sold in Europe today is now greener than ever, according to a special report by JATO Dynamics.
Goodwood Revival 2009
The Goodwood Revival – which takes place in just 10 days time, from 18-20 September, will be a weekend of celebration, as it marks two important 50th anniversaries.
Classic Motor Show embraces ‘youngtimers’
The classic car industry has been one of the few beacons of good news amid the financial doom and gloom of the recession. However, as blue-chip classics have increased in value they have had a similar effect on other classic cars as more people search for cars that they can afford.
Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid concept
The new Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept marks a significant milestone in Toyota’s plan to equip its mainstream European models with full hybrid technology.
Europcar to offer Renault electric vehicles
Renault and Europcar, the Renault Group’s number one short-term rental partner in Europe, have announced an agreement to speed up the implementation of shared innovative solutions as part of Renault’s “Zero-Emission” vehicles programme.
Could you save classic Morris from the crusher?
The scrappage scheme has removed thousands of automotive eyesores from the road, but occasionally a car is put forward that even the most hardened trader can’t bear to see go to the crusher.
Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Toyota is unveiling a new Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept at the Frankfurt motor show, signalling further progress towards its ambition of building the ultimate eco-car.
Mercedes-Benz Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID
Shortly after the successful market launch of the S 400 HYBRID, currently the most fuel-efficient luxury-segment saloon with a petrol engine, Mercedes-Benz will be presenting the first “three-litre car” in the premium class - the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID - at the 63rd IAA in Frankfurt.
Climatecars continues to grow with Toyota Prius
The new generation full hybrid Toyota Prius has proved again to be the car of choice for Climatecars, an eco-friendly taxi service operating in London. Already a Toyota customer, the company has been operating Prius since they started business in 2007.
Global recognition for Fiat’s sustainability management
Fiat has been recognised as a leader in Sustainability with its inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability World and Dow Jones Sustainability STOXX Indexes.
Seat extends ultra-green Ecomotive line-up
Next week’s Frankfurt Motor Show will see a major expansion of SEAT’s ultra-green Ecomotive offering as the Spanish brand debuts low CO2 versions of the recently-revised Altea, Altea XL and Leon.
Funding for new lightweight battery for electric cars
Over £1.3m of funding has been awarded by the Technology Strategy Board to a consortium led by advanced battery manufacturer Axeon, which will develop a new lightweight battery for use in electric small city cars, improving their performance, functionality and range.
Automakers urge action on hydrogen infrastructure
Kia Motors Corporation has joined with other leading global automakers to urge governments, energy companies and other organizations to develop easily accessible and affordable hydrogen infrastructure to ensure the successful introduction of fuel cell electric vehicles into the marketplace.
Largest ever no reserve car auction
COYS the International car auctioneers are to hold the largest ever no-reserve auction of cars when they run their first ever auction at Houston in Texas on September 19th.
Next generation stop-start system
Controlled Power Technologies’ development of the world’s first bespoke belt-driven Integrated Starter Generator (B-ISG) to use a conventional 12-volt electrical system, and uniquely capable of starting a 2-litre diesel engine, will be demonstrated at the UK’s annual Low Carbon Vehicle Event