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Sat nav most significant motoring moment of the noughties

As the first decade of the new millennium comes to an end, Carsite.co.uk has named the introduction of the mass-market ‘sat nav’ as the most significant motoring moment of the 21st century.

Volvo offers comprehensive winter check

Following on from the heavy snow fall on Monday 21 December - which turned out to be the AA’s busiest day in 10 years with roadside assistance patrols attending over 20,000 breakdowns - Volvo is urging drivers to get their cars checked to help ensure they are not left stranded by the roadside this winter.

Free winter car check

As the evenings draw in and the winter temperature begins to drop, good car maintenance becomes even more crucial to ensure safe motoring.

Cleaner, lighter and safer bodyshells for racing

A unique chemical immersion process that easily removes all paint, grease, oil, underseal, adhesives and sound deadening material offers motorsport preparation companies a simpler and safer method for stripping and cleaning bodyshells.

Gentex mirror with Rear Camera Display receives praise

Gentex has announced that its interior auto-dimming rearview mirror with Rear Camera Display (RCD) for the Daihatsu Mira Cocoa has been recognised by the Automotive Researchers' & Journalists' Conference of Japan (RJC) as one of the top-six new technologies in the 2010 RJC Technology of the Year awards program.

iPhone app helps drivers locate a mechanic

A new ATA iPhone app which helps drivers locate a skilled and fully-qualified technician has now been launched.

Tyre kerbing another snow danger

In addition to loosing control of a vehicle in the current snow and icy conditions, motorists are being warned by Protyre – the UK independent tyre dealer network - that sliding out of control, even at low speeds, into a kerb can damage a tyre and lead to premature wear or even tyre failure.

Revolution present new TSW Donington Wheel

Although its namesake, the track, might be having mixed fortunes at the moment, this latest wheel from TSW is a success on every level. From its flawless finishing and detailing right through to its ultra-modern take on the classic ‘mesh’ design.

Braking the rules

As winter weather makes driving conditions more difficult, new research from Kwik-Fit has revealed that almost a million (980,000) motorists have caused an accident through a braking error.

Car owners cut corners to save money

With heavy snow forecast for Friday millions of car owners who have failed to carry out essential car maintenance in a bid to cut costs and save money, are putting themselves and others at serious risk.

Winter weather driving tips

With snow and ice affecting many parts of the country the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has issued advice for safe winter driving.

Thor makes noise with Disney

Respected automotive engineers Thor Racing recently had an ear-splitting few days at the office, providing the soundtrack for the latest Disney computer driving game, ‘Split Second’.

Turbocharger company launches diverse new online shop

Leading turbocharger company Turbo Dynamics (TD) has once again stepped up its game within the industry by launching a brand-new online shop.

Drivers urged to check oil and tyres

Millions of cars are heading out on to Britain’s winter roads without a C.O.A.T. (Check Oil and Tyres) according to new research by Kwik-Fit.

Clarion’s savvy satellite cab companion

With the launch of a revolutionary CV-dedicated portable satnav device, Clarion has cut a major path to providing better, more accurate road guidance for commercial vehicles on Britain’s roads, and in Europe.