Car News

Tough new powers will tackle disruption caused by roadworks

New powers which enable councils to cut the congestion and disruption caused by roadworks have been introduced, Transport Minister Rosie Winterton announced today.

Armor All comes clean

Global car care leader, Armor All, has today pushed the button on a new UK website, armorall.co.uk, designed around a new global corporate identity, developed by the US parent company and utilised worldwide.

Gavin and Beretta celebrate GT1 victory

While millions of Americans enjoyed an extended Fourth of July holiday weekend, Corvette Racing secured their latest 1-2 victory in the American Le Mans Series at the 1.54-mile Lime Rock Park circuit in Connecticut on July 7.

Nissan opens new European Field Quality Centre

Nissan today announced the official opening of a state-of-the-art field quality centre (FQC) at the Nissan Technical Centre Europe located in Cranfield, Bedfordshire in the UK.

Rolls-Royce launches first graduate programme

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has launched the company’s first graduate programme. It will provide up to 15 high calibre graduates with the opportunity to join the Goodwood-based manufacturer of the world’s best selling super-luxury cars.

Hyundai helps ‘kit up for the sun run’

As one in five British holidaymakers is now more likely to plan a holiday by car, Hyundai has the answer to those families struggling to pack everything except the kitchen sink: a full range of specially manufactured accessories designed to help motorists get the most from their car.

Rolls-Royce Convertible debuts in France

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars unveiled the new Phantom Drophead Coupé for the first time in France, at the famous Polo de Bagatelle in Paris.

Isuzu Rodeo offers major towing advantage

Isuzu’s Rodeo pickup could be the saviour of thousands of businesses who tow trailers thanks to a major – but little understood – change in the law.

Auris leads Toyota’s seventh year at Mobility Roadshow

The new Toyota Auris will make its first Mobility Roadshow appearance at the 2007 event, heading a comprehensive line-up of Toyota models on display and in action on the track. Taking place from 19 to 21 July at Kemble airfield in Gloucestershire, it is the world’s largest annual national motor show event for disabled people.

Ford Dagenham's eco-efficient vision pays off

Ford diesel engine production at its wind-powered Dagenham plant is saving thousands of tonnes of CO2 and diverting almost twice as much waste from landfill.

Fiat opens new Style Centre

Fiat Group Automobiles’ new Style Centre was officially opened last week in the presence of Fiat Vice Chairman John Elkann and CEO Sergio Marchionne.

Nissan to sponsor Soccer AM on Sky Sports

Nissan has been announced as the new title sponsor for Soccer AM, the popular Saturday morning football breakfast show on Sky Sports 1. The deal, for the 2007/08 football season which starts at 9.00am on 11 August, will see the Nissan Navara featured throughout the three-hour programme.