Car News
Volkswagen Golf GT Sport
Volkswagen is set to replace the existing Golf Sport and GT trim levels with a single all-new model – the Golf GT Sport.
New Kia Picanto to debut in Barcelona
Kia’s best seller is about to get bigger and better. Only millimetres bigger but miles better in every way, the face-lifted Picanto is set for a world debut at the Barcelona show on June 7.
Citroen chooses Experian for vehicle provenance
Experian, the global information solutions company, has been chosen by Citroen UK as the preferred supplier of vehicle provenance services.
UK motorists stuck in jams for a fortnight
British drivers waste two weeks of their life stuck in traffic jams every year, according to motor insurance company Zurich.
Brits to face delays this Whitsun weekend
Nearly half of all Britons (49%) are planning to travel over the Whitsun Bank Holiday weekend and could suffer traffic jams, delays and cancellations, according to research by esure.
Cherished by MINI
MINI dealerships across the UK will be putting the spotlight on the Approved used MINI programme, MINI Cherished, on the weekend of 2 nd and 3 rd June.
Volkswagen: New TSI to replace existing 1.6-litre FSI unit
Volkswagen is also introducing a new turbocharged 1.4-litre engine to replace the existing 1.6-litre FSI engine. Based on the 1.4-litre TSI engine the new unit is not fitted with a supercharger and instead uses a sophisticated turbocharger. The result is an output of 122 PS linked to a choice of manual or DSG gearboxes.
Volkswagen: Pioneering seven-speed DSG gearbox breaks cover
Volkswagen has developed an evolution of its pioneering DSG gearbox. The new seven-speed system – a world first and codenamed DQ200 – uses a pair of dry clutches in preference to the six-speed version’s twin wet clutches. This increases efficiency and performance over the wet clutch six-speed system.
Business as usual for Honda
Honda’s manufacturing operation in Swindon is on track with its planned expansion to full capacity. By the end of this year, the UK operation will be producing cars at a rate of 250,000 per annum. An extra 700 associates are being recruited, which will bring the total workforce at Swindon to 5,000.
150 million brake control systems from Bosch
Bosch is about to produce the 150 millionth brake control system. The success story began back in 1978 with the production launch of the first electronically controlled antilock braking system (ABS), followed in 1986 with the traction control system (TCS) and then the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) in 1995.
Porsche Carrera Cup GB resumes at Croft
After a four-week break, the Porsche Carrera Cup GB resumes over the weekend of 2/3 June for rounds seven and eight at the Croft circuit in North Yorkshire. Heading to the technically challenging track, just two points split the two leading title contenders.
Skoda reveals recipe for success
Unless you’ve been on the moon for the past week, Skoda ’s latest TV advert won’t have passed you by. Filmed at West London’s Shepperton Studios, the ad’s life-sized cake car has been causing a real stir among the British viewing public and motoring press alike.
Diesels set to out-strip hybrids in accelerating US growth
With US regulators looking to revise fuel economy standards amid concerns for energy security and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, research published today by UBS and Ricardo points to combined annual diesel and hybrid gasoline vehicle sales in the US of 2.7 million by 2012.
Jaguar D-Type returns to scene of historic Le Mans victory
Jaguar’s iconic D-Type sports racing car is set for an historic return to the scene of its most famous racing victory, in a celebration of the 50th anniversary of an unparalleled 1-2-3-4-6 finish at Le Mans in 1957.
RMIF bodyshop welding deal for members
Bodyshops will be able to get access to motor trade specific welding training that will enable them to work with the full range of newer alloys, including high tensile steel, thanks to a new member benefit being offered by the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF).