Car News
Anglia charity run to Moscow raises cash for BEN
A national automotive charity has received a large cash boost after a Ford-supported 1964 Ford Anglia 105E successfully took part in a London to Moscow Rally.
Aston Martin pair drive towards the record books
Brave Brits Richard Meredith and Phil Colley have defied oppressive heat, challenging bureaucracy, unsurfaced roads, unpredictable and antiquated ferries and petrol supply problems as they home-in on a 16,000km world-first in their factory-prepared Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
O’Donovan reigns in Scotland
Ollie O’Donovan (London) took his first Rallycross event win the fifth round of the Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross Championship at Knockhill on Sunday (August 5).
New car market continues to bloom in July
The new car market rose in July – although the rate of growth was better than forecast, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Registrations rose by 4.9 per cent in the month, the best gain this year since January.
NFDA tells car dealers – act now on VAT reclaims
Car dealers could face missing out on repayments for VAT incorrectly levied on demonstrator vehicles unless they act now to check on entitlement, according to the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA).
Maserati and Fangio - F1 World Champions in 1957
Maserati is about to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the F1 world title won by Juan Manuel Fangio in 1957 with a series of special events.
Right place, wrong county
Numerous towns and villages sharing the same name are causing many motorists to waste valuable time on the road heading towards incorrect destinations, according to Trafficmaster.
To Russia with love – for the BEN Red Square Ralliers
After months of preparation by the BEN Events Team, the first ever BEN Trafalgar Square to Red Square Rally, consisting of 20 participants, successfully completed its 3000km, eight day challenge. This exciting event raised over £25,000 for BEN, the Automotive Industry Charity.
Give the cold shoulder a warm welcome
One quarter of motorists are putting themselves at risk of being killed or seriously injured - just to avoid getting wet in the rain on the hard shoulder, according to a group of leading motoring bodies launching National Motorway Month today (6 August).
Third of UK adults can’t read a basic road map
Approximately 11 million motorists (35 per cent) cannot read a basic road map, according to research by esure. Over a third of motorists struggled to read a four-figure grid reference and a staggering 83 per cent failed to identify the ‘motorway’ map symbol.
Women not impressed by Ferrari for first date
British men’s idea of what car would impress a first date, is out of kilter with what women want, reveals fresh research from car insurer LV=.
Lexus orchestral manouevres in the parks
Lexus has created the world’s first classical music ensemble composed entirely of cars. The Lexus Symphony Orchestra, a group of 12 LS 460 limousines, will perform for the first time this summer at two major open air concerts, presenting a programme of popular classics and original works.
MINI gets its kicks with a Tiger
Japanese trainer brand Onitsuka Tiger and MINI have come together to create a dedicated range of stylish footwear for both men and women. The limited edition range will be on sale across the UK from 1 December 2007.
Ultimate stopping power for the Connaught Syracuse
AP Racing, the leading manufacturer of performance brake and clutch systems for road and race cars, has been chosen by the recently revived Connaught Motor Company to supply the British sportscar maker with an advanced braking system for its newly developed supercar.
Nissan to look for new representation in South Yorkshire & Lincolnshire
Nissan can confirm that it is speaking to a number of interested parties regarding the Nissan franchise in the areas of Barnsley, Grimsby, Halifax, Huddersfield, Lincoln, Scunthorpe and Sheffield.