Car News
Car importer boosts training aids
Training continues to play an increasingly important role in the growth and sustainability of today’s modern motor industry.
Members show their pride
A campaign launched by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), to raise the status of skilled individuals has been boosted with the help of the Engineering Council UK (ECUK), of which the IMI is a licensed member.
Ford wins FIA 2006 World Rally Championship Manufacturers' Title
The Ford Focus RS World Rally Car 06, which made its Championship debut just over a year ago in Australia, has continued its successful first year in competition by securing the FIA WRC Manufacturers' Championship 2006 for Ford.
Motorpoint challenges supermarket second hand car prices
Motorpoint, the UK car supermarket group, has challenged the myth that cars bought from a supermarket will fetch lower prices on the second hand market. Traditional wisdom suggests that new cars imported from Europe and sold at car supermarkets are of a different specification to UK sourced models and are, therefore, worth less.
Is your car Eve or Steve?
A survey of over 500 people has found that in the eyes of motorists a car changes its sex as it gets older.
Road accidents a result of 'bad habits'
Many of the accidents on our roads could be easily avoided as they may be the result of 'bad habits' such as driving whilst feeling tired and excessive speeding, warns Sainsbury’s car insurance.
RAC launches desktop widget
The RAC Widget was launched today, allowing computer users to access route planning information, road maps, traffic news and mileage calculations, all from the comfort of their own desktop!
Volkswagen presents Neeza concept car
Shanghai Volkswagen has revealed the Neeza concept car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.
Premiership giant signs up GM car fleet
Company cars from Saab and Vauxhall have proved to be the perfect striking partnership for Premiership giant, Arsenal FC, which has signed a two-year fleet deal for selected models for senior managers and backroom staff.
BMW 5 Series scoops What Car? award…again!
The BMW 5 Series scooped the gong for ‘Best Executive’ car at this year's What Car? 2006 Used Car of the Year awards, the fourth year in a row that the 5 Series has won its category.
Donington Golden Jubilee event for Evergreen 7
The Caterham 7 celebrates its 50th birthday in 2007, and to commemorate its landmark year Caterham Cars is to host a Golden Jubilee weekend of Caterham racing action at Donington Park next summer.
Record BMW used car sales
BMW is set to achieve record used car sales through its dealer network in 2006. Over 80,322 BMW Approved Used Cars and MINI Cherished vehicle sales had been recorded by the end of October. This shows a year-to-date increase of 13.5 per cent compared to the same period as last year’s record year.
Volkswagen Passat R36 unveiled
Volkswagen is set to release its most potent ‘R’ model yet – the Passat R36. Joining the Golf R32 and only the second model in the Volkswagen line-up to carry the ‘R’ badge the new car will be not only the fastest Passat but also the fastest estate car Volkswagen has ever produced.
Mobile phone search for Approved BMW Used Cars
BMW is the first car manufacturer in the UK to offer a mobile phone search system to customers looking for a used car. This innovative new search function enables customers to find their ideal used BMW anytime, anywhere from a mobile.
Volvo XC90: Sport and Executive models now available
The 2007 Volvo XC90 range is now complete with the arrival of the dynamic SE Sport and range-topping Executive models.