Car News
Partnership brings used car status checks to the Republic of Ireland
For the first time, used car buyers and motor dealers in the Republic of Ireland will be able to enjoy the same peace of mind that their counterparts in the UK have been enjoying for years, thanks to a partnership between Experian, the global information solutions company, and the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).
Citroen C-Crosser - The friendly face of 4x4 motoring
Citroen’s first ever SUV, the C-Crosser, arrives in the UK this July, introducing a new, environmentally-friendly face into the 4x4 sector.
Binz unveils Coupé de Grace
Its not enough these days to operate the best engineered cars in the world. They have to look good too. Nowhere is this truer than in the exalted world of the top class European coachbuilders, where luxury saloons are hand-crafted into the 6-door limousines that waft government ministers, top executives, and their entourages from A to B.
New MG TF wows the crowds at Silverstone International
Visitors to the 57th MG International Race meeting at the weekend were treated to the first public appearance of the new MG TF sports car.
Brit bike ace backs Skoda to shine in Tour de France
Three-time Olympic medal winning cyclist Rob Hayles is backing Skoda to shine as the official support vehicle supplier to the 2007 Tour de France.
Smoky motors won’t sell as cigarette ban kicks in
A massive 85 percent of motorists would refuse to buy a car that reeked of cigarette smoke, new research by car care firm, Comma, has revealed.
Maserati GranTurismo at Goodwood Festival of Speed
The new Maserati GranTurismo made its first “on the road” appearance over the weekend, as three illustrious ambassadors of the Trident marque took it in turn behind the wheel of the latest masterpiece created by Pininfarina, which was entered in the Supercar Run at the 2007 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
All-new Hyundai i30
Specifically designed and developed for Europe, with the i30 Korea’s leading car maker has produced a stylish model that will blend seamlessly into the UK’s C segment and a car that is capable of competing with the very best in its class.
CV Show visitor survey shows a big ‘Yes’
This year, the CV Show organisers commissioned independent research amongst visitors to establish the Show’s value to them. The findings are an impressive endorsement of the Show’s role in creating successful business deals. The overwhelming majority found the show excellent and plan to return next year.
Another Lagonda flies at H&H Buxton sale
H&H Classic Auctions has enjoyed considerable success with Lagondas in recent times, and the lovely dark green 1936 LG45 Tourer entered for last week’s (June 20) Buxton sale continued the trend when it was knocked down for £88,000 – way over its knowingly conservative estimate.
Kane takes Porsche Carrera Cup double at Oulton Park
Steven Kane strengthened his grip on the Porsche Carrera Cup GB title with a double win at Oulton Park over the weekend (23/24 June). While Kane won a hard-fought victory in the opening race, he only snatched his second win when Michael Caine spun out of the lead with a lap and a half to run. Meanwhile, Andy Britnell scored a fine pro-am double victory.
New Fiat Bravo in UK
The new 5-door Fiat Bravo goes on sale in the UK on 30 June. It marks Fiat’s return to the second largest segment of the UK market, which equates to almost 600,000 cars per annum or some 25% of the total. Within this sector, 5-door hatchbacks – such as the new Fiat Bravo – account for 75% of total sales.
Aston Martin pair set off on world-first Asia-London adventure
Trail-blazing Brits Richard Meredith and Phil Colley set off from Tokyo today (June 25) at the wheel of an Aston Martin V8 Vantage, with their sat-nav set for London’s Trafalgar Square.
Ferrari rewards its technological partners
The seventh edition of Podio Ferrari, the annual awards event for Ferrari suppliers and partners that have demonstrated particularly high standards of excellence, technology, innovation and product development in partnership with the Prancing Horse, took place today.
Bonhams £6.1-million Goodwood sale sets record
Bonhams’ record £6.1-million sale at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on 22 June 2007 is the best ever in the event’s 15-year history. It is the fourth most valuable motoring auction ever held in the UK.