Car News
Tune in to catch Trafficmaster travel news on your local radio
Drivers are now able to tune in and catch travel news from Trafficmaster's unique traffic monitoring network on the local radio network, thanks to a deal between Trafficmaster and GCap Media, owners of Classic FM, London's 95.8 Capital FM and 37 local radio stations across the UK.
Ten Aston Martins Test at Paul Ricard
The full range of Aston Martin racing cars tested together for the first time at the Paul Ricard High Tech Test Track in the South of France on the 9th and 10th of February.
So you got a car? That don’t impress me much
Love may be in the air … but not for drivers of flashy cars, according to research released by Saga Motor Insurance.
Autodelta is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year
Autodelta is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2007 and this year certainly is promising to be the most important yet in the London-based firm’s history. It will get underway in earnest with the commercialisation of the new Autodelta Brera J5 3.2 C on 7th February, a significant step forward which kicks off a year that will herald the arrival of a series of exciting new bespoke models and high performance upgrades.
Toyota announces contract hire rates for Auris
Having agreed strong residual values for the new Auris that went on sale this month, Toyota Financial Services has announced its Contract Hire rates.
Hands off!
It’s a familiar dilemma, the mobile rings while you are out on the road. We all know we shouldn’t take the call, but it could be important and it’ll only take a moment.
Don't think "hands free" means "scot free"
Drivers who think they can "beat the ban" on hand held-mobile phones when new laws becomes effective later this month by simply buying hands-free kit for their cars are still putting themselves and their passengers at risk.
First Volvo FE’s in UK go into service with Veolia
The first batch of new Volvo FE’s in the UK has gone into service with Veolia Environmental Services (UK) Plc, the UK’s leading waste management provider.
Land Rover to introduce ‘Commercial’ Discovery 3
In response to high customer demand, Land Rover has announced that it is to launch a commercial derivative of the award-winning Discovery 3, which will go on sale on the 19 March 2007.
Nissan shows you the way to the Navara Armadillo
Nissan has just added a couple of new items to the already extensive list of accessories available for the Navara. The Armadillo Sports Bar and Roll Top are available now and ordering them both before the end of March with a Nissan Navara Loadliner will get you a £50 discount.
Volkswagen Polo marks the UK debut of BlueMotion
BlueMotion represents the most efficient and economical vehicle in each of Volkswagen’s car ranges. Set to make its debut on the Polo, the BlueMotion brand will soon expand with the announcement that the Passat BlueMotion is to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March.
Peugeot 207 GTi THP 175, 4007 SUV and 207 SW Outdoor
The 77th International Motor Show in Geneva is always an important event for Peugeot and this year the brand will be revealing no less than three new body styles of the 207 range, along with its new sport utility vehicle (SUV) – the 4007. Each one demonstrates Peugeot’s desire to extend the appeal of its products with a full choice of stylish vehicles (CC, GTi, SW and SUV).
Citroen C-Crosser to be unveiled at Geneva Motor Show
Citroen’s bold, innovative and versatile C-Crosser is to make its World Show debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Citroen’s first ever SUV will then go on sale in Europe later this summer.
New guidance on ‘Motorsport First Aid’
The Motorsport Safety Fund has produced a new film – Motorsport First Aid. It replaces one made some years ago and incorporates important changes in techniques recommended by the European Resuscitation Council. Split into two sections, it comprises a broad overview of the subject, followed by a more detailed look at the removal of helmets and HANS (Head and Neck Support) devices. It also includes a sequence on how to right a rolled car without injuring the crew.
Ex-Jim Clark Lotus entered for H&H Cheltenham sale
Joining a 1929 Grand Prix Alfa Romeo on the front of the grid for H&H’s classic car sale on March 1 sale at Cheltenham is an ex-Jim Clark Lotus 25.