Car Market
Classic car attraction
Britain’s motorists are increasingly enjoying a love-in with the days of old, with booming interest in getting behind the wheel of a classic car.
First Fisker Karma in UK auctioned for charity
At a glittering charity auction held in Camden’s famous Round House performing arts venue, a bidder paid £140,000 (€159,770 / $220,680 US dollars) for the very first Fisker Karma to be offered for sale in the United Kingdom.
Nissan develops Next Generation Fuel Cell Stack
Nissan has released its Next Generation Fuel Cell Stack (2011 Model) for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV). The latest technology development is part of the company’s continuing efforts towards the realisation of a zero emission society.
Convoy for Heroes scoops the World Record
The Heritage Motor Centre is delighted to announce that Convoy for Heroes 2011 has beaten the Guinness World Record for the longest Land Rover convoy.
Caterham Superlight R500 returns for Top Gear Live
The legendary pearl white and orange Caterham Superlight R500, driven to within a fraction of the Top Gear Power Lap record by The Stig, has been brought out of retirement to appear at Top Gear Live 2011.
SSE launches 'Powerfuel' - bespoke energy product for electric cars
SSE has today launched ‘Powerfuel’, a new product designed exclusively for customers who own an electric car.
4x4 prices are already on the rise warns BCA
Leading vehicle auction company, British Car Auctions (BCA) is warning motorists that 4x4 values have already started to rise – and will climb further as Winter weather takes hold, with severe conditions predicted across much of the UK.
Used car buyers hit by ‘Scottish’ fraudsters
Used vehicle information expert, HPI, is warning used car buyers to be on their guard for the latest scam being perpetrated by people posing as legitimate sellers based in Scotland.
Hatchbacks most popular car body type
The British love affair with hatchbacks is still alive and well, according to the latest research from leading car leasing website, ContractHireAndLeasing.com.
British Car Auctions introduces QR codes to remarketing industry
In a first for the remarketing industry, BCA has introduced QR codes to marketing and point of sale material throughout its UK network.
Economy driving record tumbles once again
Hyper-milers taking part in the 2011 ALD Automotive Shell FuelSave MPG Marathon have once again demonstrated that the use of smarter driving techniques can indeed save a considerable amount of money at the fuel pumps.
Enjoy everything planes, trains and automobiles at the HMC
The Heritage Motor Centre is organising a whole host of family fun activities during October half term from Saturday 22 – Sunday 30 October.
Military heroes to pilot new Bowler Racer on Dakar drive
Project Mobility, the British not-for-profit organisation which helps re-habilitate injured military personnel through motorsport, has selected specialist all-terrain vehicle manufacturer Bowler to provide the cars to help it reach its ultimate aim: completing the 2014 Dakar Rally.
BCA takes multi-million pound prestige car sale to next level
Underlining the continuing demand for prestige and executive vehicles, BCA is doubling its Top Car programme in the Midlands with the introduction of a second sale every month at the Nottingham centre.
A treat for model aircraft fans at the Heritage Motor Centre
Model aircraft fans are in for another treat when the Heritage Motor Centre hosts its annual ‘Large Model Aircraft Show’ on Sunday 23 October from 10am – 4pm.