Car News
Volkswagen Passat Estate 2.0 TDI 4Motion is Tops for Towing
The Volkswagen Passat Estate 2.0 TDI 4Motion has beaten tough competition to be awarded Overall Winner in the inaugural Towcar Awards 2007, as voted and judged by experts from What Car?, Practical Caravan and The Camping and Caravanning Club.
Michael Schumacher to race again
The Race of Champions (ROC) will be taking over Wembley Stadium 16 December and organisers can today confirm the participation of seven-times Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher in the unique motorsport extravaganza.
Fun for all the family at Citroen’s Fleet Open Day Driving Extravaganza
Citroen is set to continue its series of hugely successful Fleet Open Day Driving Extravaganzas this July, offering company car drivers and their families a great fun-filled day.
Government proposes measures to encourage sustainable Biofuels
Transport Secretary Douglas Alexander underlined the Government's commitment to sustainable biofuels today, as he launched a consultation on an environmental reporting system for this type of fuel and a package of measures to complement the reporting requirement.
Alfa Brera tops the polls
Hearts and minds were united at What Diesel Car? magazine when it voted the Alfa Brera its Best Sports/Coupe, in the publication’s annual Car of the Year Awards.
Ford S-MAX and Galaxy take top UK security awards
Ford S-MAX European Car of the Year 2007 has been named winner in the large MPV category at the British Insurance Car Security Awards, presented by Richard Kitchen, Director of Policy and Communications at the DVLA. Ford's new Galaxy was runner-up.
Jaguar celebrates its motoring heritage at Festival of Speed
Jaguar’s famous and much-envied motor sport heritage is to be celebrated at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed with an irreplaceable array of its most prestigious cars. With models from the 1950’s to present day, the crowds will be left in no doubt that Jaguar remains an icon of British motor manufacturing.
Maserati GranTurismo UK premiere in London
Over the past two days, a breathtaking spectacle at London’s Royal Horticultural Halls was put on to greet the arrival of Maserati’s latest creation: the GranTurismo.
Volvo wins award for innovative security technology
Volvo’s unique Personal Car Communicator (PCC) has won the Innovation award at the 2007 British Insurance Car Security Awards, announced today at Thatcham, the Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre.
New on line technical forum for Thatcham subscribers
Thatcham will join the many companies unveiling new products at this year’s Triple Focus event (20th-21st June), by launching their own brand new customer offering – an On Line Technical Forum for escribe subscribers.
Bosch continues Formula Student sponsorship
Bosch has announced its continued sponsorship of the 2007 Formula Student competition which, this year, takes place at the home of the British Grand Prix, Silverstone, between Thursday 12th - Sunday 15th July 2007.
Skoda rally legend to appear at Festival of Speed
There’s a real treat in store for any rally fans at this years Goodwood Festival of Speed. John Haugland, who took Skodas to a record number of high-profile rally victories in the ‘60s and ‘70’s, will be back behind the wheel of a vintage, fully restored Skoda 130RS rally car.
Top ‘Trak’ record for Honda aftersales
Honda (UK) has been voted Best Volume Manufacturer in the Lloyds TSB autolease ServiceTrak Awards, which measure excellence in corporate aftersales service and accident repair. More than 2,600 corporate customers gave feedback on key aspects of service delivered by suppliers and manufacturers.
Mitsubishi at Frankfurt Motor Show
Half way through its first year in the market, Outlander has fulfilled its target with over 13,000 units sold across Europe.
Avon Tyres still bridging the gap at Castle Combe
Visitors to Wiltshire circuit, Castle Combe, in the early part of this season may have noticed an extra bit of sparkle to the classic venue.