Car News
Kia teams with autogreen
In line with the End of Life Vehicle directive changes which took effect on 1st January 2007, Kia Motors (UK) Limited has announced an agreement with automotive dismantlers autogreen to manage their end of life vehicles (ELVs).
CV Show sells out
Firms aiming to exhibit at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show have left it too late if they haven’t already booked a space. With two months to go before the show opens, all but 24m2 of the space is contracted to exhibitors, the first time the Show has sold out so early.
Mobile phone users as dangerous as drink drivers
The Government has introduced new legislation in the UK that will impose a £60 fine and three penalty points for any driver caught using a hand-held mobile phone whilst driving.
Drivers believe using a mobile phone is not a distraction
Over 7 million drivers wrongly believe they are not distracted by using a handheld mobile phone when behind the wheel of a car, according to research by Liverpool Victoria. This is despite a Government crackdown that will put those who use handheld mobile phones while driving in the same category as those who speed and those who drive without due care and attention.
Tough new penalties for illegal mobile phone use from 27 February 2007
Motorists face tough new penalties for breaking the law by using a hand-held mobile phone while driving from February 27 2007, Transport Secretary Douglas Alexander announced.
Chancellor of the exchequer launches UK production of Auris
The Rt Hon. Gordon Brown MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer, officially launched the start of UK production of Auris, the new Toyota, during his visit to the company’s Burnaston Plant, Derbyshire yesterday (26 February, 2007).
Mazda3 mps – order from the comfort of home
Mazda UK already has a healthy waiting list for the sensational new Mazda3 MPS, the fastest, best handling, best braking model in the hugely popular Mazda3 range. However, with an annual UK allocation of up to 800 units customers are being encouraged to reserve their new car now to avoid disappointment. ‘Booking early’ can now be carried out online from the comfort of home as Mazda UK has set up a new dedicated Mazda3 MPS Ordering Website.
Volkswagen at the Geneva Motor Show 2007
This year’s Geneva Motor Show marks the start of a new wave of innovations from Volkswagen. In addition to the new Golf Estate and Passat BlueMotion which will be at the Show, we will also be revealing the updated Phaeton luxury saloon.
Flat or faulty batteries can now be tested in just minutes
ROHART has just launched into the UK market a new generation of Auto Electrical analyser equipment which can test a vehicle’s battery in less than four minutes.
MINI dealers invest millions
In 2006, MINI dealers invested £21 million in expanding or moving premises to meet the growing MINI range and offer customers more choices in the showroom, rather than just the brochure.
Citroen deals make 07 lucky for all
Citroen is helping motorists strike it lucky by offering outstanding deals on almost all of its new 07 cars this March. A host of outstanding offers are available, including cashbacks, 0% Finance, Low Cost Finance and special part-exchange deals.
Ford announces pricing for new Mondeo
Prices for the all-new Ford Mondeo have been revealed today. They start at £14,995 (RRP on the road) for the Edge 1.6-litre 110PS five-door and rise to £24,195 for the 2.5T 220PS Titanium X estate. On average the new Mondeo is priced £300 below the outgoing equivalent models.
Pricing Trial - Demand for a Referendum Grows
The Association of British Drivers support North West MEP David Sumberg's demand for a Congestion Charge referendum.
Be one of the first with the new registration at MOTORP07NT
It’s already that time of year again, with the new 07 vehicle registration being unveiled this Thursday, on 01 March, 2007. This makes it an ideal time to grab a bargain at Motorpoint, the car supermarket with one of the largest choices of cars and commercial vehicles in the UK.
Latest attractions at Race Retro
An all-new London to Sydney Marathon, which in 2008 will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original event, is to be launched at Race Retro, the International Historic Motorsport Show at Stoneleigh Park, 23-25 March 2007.