Car Market

Experience the C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series at Mercedes-Benz World
From 14 July 2012, the stunning Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series will be unleashed on the circuits at Mercedes-Benz World to take driving experiences to another dimension.

Audi R8 e-tron sets a Nurburgring lap record
During preparations for its production debut in late 2012, the all-electric Audi R8 e-tron has just set a world record for a production vehicle with an electric drive system on the Nürburgring Nordschleife - the toughest test track in the world.

Soaps stars line up on Silverstone grid
Expect plenty of top class drama as stars from the UK’s three premier soap operas line up on the grid for a Celebrity Challenge motor race at this month’s Silverstone Classic powered by the AA (20-22 July).
Britain's cars shaken and stirred as British weather closes in
Just two weeks of severe weather has brought a heavy toll to Britain's motorists as well as to home owners.

HMC welcomes the world’s largest gathering of BMWs
Up to 3,000 BMWs are set to descend on the Heritage Motor Centre on Sunday 19 August when it hosts the annual National BMW Festival.

Subaru Pro-R Time Attack - Close, but no cigar at Brands Hatch
Despite a sterling effort from the team and some simply stunning driving from wheelman Ben Shimmin, the Pro-R backed STI hatch left last weekend’s Brands Hatch round of Time Attack empty handed.
Brits speed towards higher premiums
Two thirds of motorists knowingly break the speed limit while driving, risking increased car insurance premiums as well as the lives of themselves and others, according to new research from MoneySupermarket.
Ferrari at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Ferrari proudly showed two UK debuts at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, the all-new Ferrari 458 Spider, with its innovative folding aluminium hard-top, and the new lighter and more powerful Ferrari California 30.

Spectacular, cult touring car grid for this month’s Silverstone Classic
An astonishing grid of more than 40 cars spanning touring car racing from the Seventies through to the hallowed ‘super touring’ era of the Nineties and also including a selection of iconic Ford Sierra RS500s has been confirmed for this month’s Silverstone Classic powered by the AA (20-22 July).

BMW Art Car Collection on show for first time in the UK
The ICA, in partnership with BMW, the Mayor of London and the London 2012 Festival, will take over a landmark car park in Shoreditch for two weeks only from 21 July to 4 August for a unique exhibition of the BMW Art Car Collection on show for the first time in the UK.

Toyota Prius Plug-in wins Next Green Car Award
The Next Green Car Awards 2012 have been announced today with Prius Plug-in taking the honours in the large family category. The latest member of the Prius range, the Prius Plug-in goes on sale in the UK from 9 July.

Williams F1 offers special fans experience
Motor sport enthusiasts are being given the chance to take a special, behind-the-scenes tour of the world famous Williams Formula One team factory in Grove, near Wantage, Oxfordshire.

Bug Jam 26 working with goCarShare for frugal fun
So you've got your tickets for Bug Jam 26 and you're planning your trip there - the expense and the lonely long drive, then take a moment to think about the hundreds of other like-minded lads and ladies planning a similar trip.

Top BTCC star makes Silverstone Classic debut in touring car race
Mat Jackson is the latest British Touring Car Championship driver to announce he’ll be competing at this month’s Silverstone Classic (20-22 July).

Wet weather ‘pattern’ highlights need for tyre checks
With the UK suffering its wettest second quarter since records began in 1910, the need for adequate tyre tread to stay safe on wet roads all year round is more important than ever, says TyreSafe.