Car News
Continental hard at work on CO2 reduction
With the environment and consumers in mind, Continental is hard at work developing products that will be able to make a real difference in reducing traffic related CO2 emissions. Continental has invested in hybrid systems, tyres with optimised rolling resistance, tyre pressure monitoring systems and new generation engine control units to reduce emissions.
Road pricing is no answer, says RHA
The Road Haulage Association notes with interest the Prime Minister’s assertion this morning that no decision has been taken on national road user charging.
Skoda love affair spans three decades
Skoda retailers are used to welcoming back customers time and time again - but it’s not often they sell someone their 27th Skoda.
Kia at Geneva Motor Show
Kia Motors will unveil three exciting vehicles at the 77th Salon de l’Automobiles. All three will show how far Kia has come in recent times and give a clear vision of the near and maybe not too distant future.
Modern car brake discs warp, judder and wear out faster
Brake discs are wearing out faster, warping and losing their braking performance earlier on some modern vehicles according to a new report.
Pothole power for the people
A new website has been launched to help motorists tackle the increasing scourge of Britain’s potholed roads.
Lex highlights trends in company car driver accessory spend
Company car drivers are shunning navigation aids in favour of parking sensors and in-car entertainment upgrades when choosing accessories for their company car, according to Lex, the UK’s leading contract hire and leasing company.
New Subaru UK headquarters officially opened
West Midlands-based car importer, Subaru (UK) Limited has a new £10m corporate headquarters.
New Alfa Spider on sale in UK
The new Alfa Spider, the latest open-topped Alfa Romeo in the company’s outstanding legacy of iconic convertibles, has just gone on sale in the UK.
Graffiti artists think inside the box for launch of Qashqai
Motorists travelling along the A4 in Hammersmith will see unique works of art created in front of their eyes as Nissan launches its latest model, the QASHQAI.
Millions of motorists ignorant of new mobile phone law
Motorists driving while using a mobile phone will receive a £60 fine, three points on their licence and if they argue the case in court the fine could rise by up to £2,500. The new law comes into effect on Tuesday 27th of February. A new report claims as many as 20 million drivers may be unaware of the new tough legislation.
Jeep launch new compact ‘Compass’ SUV
The Jeep brand is expanding into new territory with the all-new Jeep Compass – a modern-styled compact Jeep that delivers a competitive package of size, performance and fuel economy.
Maserati GranTurismo to debut at Geneva Motorshow
The new Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, will make its worldwide debut at the Geneva Motorshow.
Vauxhall Antara – SUV style and quality for less than £20,000!
With its stylish looks, high quality interior and massive level of standard equipment, the new Vauxhall Antara is the sort of car which could start to make drivers of bigger SUVs start to think they’ve been short changed – especially since the Antara’s prices start at only £19,850 on-the-road.
Prius adds clean green sheen to premiere polish
Saving up to 30% on running costs by switching an entire 45-strong sales car fleet to Toyota Prius – that’s the latest bright idea from the Premiere Polish Co Ltd. Trading as Premiere Products, the 84-year-old company prides itself on its all-round environmental responsibility. It manufactures and distributes chemicals and machines for commercial and industrial cleaning and maintenance, employing 225 staff at its 7-acre manufacturing, distribution and head office site in Cheltenham.