Car News
Youngsters offered chance of starring role at UEFA Cup Final
The dreams of 22 young football fans will be coming true at the UEFA Cup Final, thanks to Toyota.
Alfa Romeo sponsors SBK World Superbike Championship and Ducati Corse
Italian sporting car manufacturer, Alfa Romeo, has announced its sponsorship of this year’s World Superbike Championship (WSB) ahead of the first UK round at Donington Park this weekend (1 April).
Nissan announces Qashqai Urban Challenge
As part of its European launch of the new ‘urbanproof’ crossover QASHQAI, Nissan announces the QASHQAI Urban Challenge - the first ever pan-European free-riding competition of its kind.
Spring clean the RMIF way
Spring can only mean one thing to a motorist; car cleaning time. Winter dirt and grime builds up almost unnoticed during the cold months of the year, and needs to be removed as soon as warmer weather arrives.
We’re gonna roll this MINI convoy, cross Blackpool bay
On the evening of Wednesday, 28 March, 269 MINIs illuminated Blackpool and set a new Guinness World Record for the longest MINI convoy in the world. Owners travelled from as far as Croydon and Cardiff to be part of the historic two-mile route and help raise cash for Comic Relief.
Comma powers 2007 Formula Palmer Audi series
Oil and car care company, Comma, will help power one of the top national single-seater racing championships in the UK, Formula Palmer Audi, this year.
Motorists urged to get onboard ‘green’ driving
Transport is the only sector where greenhouse gas emissions are expected to be higher in 2020 than in 1990, with 85% of these emissions predicted to come from road vehicles unless motorists take immediate action warns Co-operative Insurance (CIS).
Extensive facelift and new engine for ’07 Isuzu Rodeo
A substantial facelift, plush new interior and world-beating new common-rail diesel engine are highlights of the new ’07 Isuzu Rodeo which enters showrooms from April fully armed to make a major impact in the hotly-contested UK market for ‘lifestyle’ one-tonne pickups.
Volvo introduces new business centre network
Volvo is upgrading and refining its dealer network by introducing selected Volvo Business Centres to provide a more comprehensive service for fleet customers.
Infiniti EX Concept at a glance
The Infiniti EX Concept, with its seductive, coupe-inspired design, luxurious interior and unique liquid crystal glass roof that can change from transparent to translucent, looks like the quintessential show car. In reality, the EX Concept is a preview of the all-new Infiniti EX luxury crossover SUV, which is set to arrive at Infiniti retailers nationwide by the end of calendar year 2007.
New Vectra ready for BTCC challenge
VX Racing is starting the 2007 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season with high hopes, after introducing its brand-new Vauxhall Vectra.
Innovate with Toyota
Leading UK logistics and property company, Innovate, has selected the Toyota Prius as the preferred choice of vehicle for its management team. Innovate Logistics has blue chip customers that include Tesco and Morrisons and pursues a positive green agenda. Its logistics fleet includes replacement vehicles that are all Euro IV compliant, and have zero ozone refrigerants.
Unique Aston Martin and Rally Stage experience
Two of the most revered and respected names in the world of motor sport, Goodwood and Prodrive, are announcing an exciting partnership, providing a truly unique ‘track day’ experience, that combines use of the lovingly-restored West Sussex-based Goodwood Motor Circuit and authentic Goodwood Forest Rally Stage; using powerful works-prepared Prodrive Aston Martin and rally-specification Subaru Impreza race cars.
RAC calls for tunnel go-ahead
David Holmes CB, Chairman of the RAC Foundation, welcomed Secretary of State Ruth Kelly’s decision to grant approval for the Stonehenge Visitor Centre, but urged the Department for Transport to give the go-ahead for the A303 tunnel without further delay.
Skoda’s ultimate tips for saving fuel
Martin Burke from Skoda looks at ways in which drivers can help to save money – and the environment.