Car News
Lamborghini anounces another record year
Lamborghini has announced its official sales figures and another annual sales record for 2006, at the Detroit Motor Show.
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Audi is unveiling an engine which sets new standards in the diesel sector. The majestic V12 TDI power unit with its capacity of six litres endows the high-performance Audi Q7 SUV with sports car credentials. It is the harbinger of a wide-scale model initiative, as Audi seeks to make major inroads into the US market with its diesel models – courtesy of a new emission control technology which cuts emissions drastically.
Emerson Network Power gets everywhere with Toyota
Go-anywhere capability in a commercial vehicle that feels like a car – that’s the appeal of the Toyota Hilux 4x4 to service engineers working for leading IT and telecoms services provider Emerson Network Power.
Record year for Skoda in 2006
Happy New Year from Skoda! At least it will be if it’s as successful as the past 12 months. To say 2006 was “fruitful” for us would be like saying the England cricket team’s performance was “a little disappointing” on the recent Ashes Tour.
Citroen launch ‘by Loeb’ special edition models
To honour the world’s most successful rally driver and reigning World Rally Champion, Sébastien Loeb, Citroen is now launching two special edition models. On sale this January, and marking Citroen’s official return to the World Rally Championship in the brand new C4 WRC rally car at this month’s Monte Carlo Rally, the special edition C4 and C2 by LOEB models feature distinctive interior and exterior looks.
Blue’s the daddy as puppets C’mon strong…
There’s a waiting list at Vauxhall, and expectant buyers are being told they’ll have to wait until the end of February before they can get their hands on the next big thing…
Special Edition Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution unveiled
Mitsubishi has unveiled the final edition of the current generation Lancer Evolution supercar. Just one version of the new Evolution IX MR (‘Mitsubishi Racing’) will be available, powered by a 366bhp version of Mitsubishi’s 2.0-litre turbo engine. 200 units of the Evolution IX MR FQ-360 are now available from Mitsubishi Ralliart dealers, priced from £34,539.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage N24 specification confirmed
Aston Martin has confirmed details of its N24 race car, based on the critically acclaimed V8 Vantage road car, which will be showcased at the Autosport International Show this week.
Meet legendary Le Mans drivers at Autosport International
The NEC in Birmingham will be brimming with nostalgia and the spell of Le Mans on 13 & 14 January as one of the most significant displays of Le Mans cars ever assembled will be reunited with their legendary drivers, at Autosport International.
Lex reviews impact of longer servicing intervals
Lex, the UK’s largest leasing company with 178,000 vehicles on its fleet is to review the impact that longer servicing intervals are having on its £81m annual maintenance budget.
Monster booze cruise at MCN London Motorcycle Show
When it comes to heavy drinkers, the love of 44-year old engineer Nick Argyle’s life should be checked into rehab. But then, he created the monster … quite literally.
Xtrac presents new hybrid powertrain at Autosport International
As a prime example of how the motorsport industry can help manufacturers build more environmentally friendly road cars, Xtrac, the specialist transmission technology company, will showcase the world's first commercially viable diesel-electric powertrain developed for a small family car at the Autosport International Show being staged at the NEC this week.
Ferrari celebrates 60 year anniversary
Ferrari is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2007 with a major event from June 21st to June 24th in Maranello, Italy. Maranello will be the finish line in a “relay race” across five continents where participants will carry a baton embossed with symbols of the 60 greatest moments in the company’s history. The relay represents an extraordinary, collective sign of enthusiasm that will bring together Ferrari clients and their cars representing every model and era.
Ferrari at the 2007 North American International Auto Show
Ferrari attends the 2007 North American International Auto Show with 3 vehicles on display: the 599 GTB Fiorano, the 612 Scaglietti and the F430 GT. Ferrari’s booth is located on Stand 5 in Oakland Hall, the traditional home of the Prancing Horse at the Detroit Motor Show.
Kia reveals Kue concept at Detroit Auto Show
Kia Motors America (KMA) has unveiled the all-new Kia Kue crossover concept vehicle at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, USA. The V8-powered, all-wheel drive, high performance Kue is designed to deliver an exhilarating drive, in and out of town, on- and off-road.