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Mazda economy surprises established players
Responding to critics of models with lower Official Combined government fuel economy figures, Mazda Motors UK entered two of its sportiest models in the 2006 Fleet World/AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon held on 4-5 October in the south-west of England. The Mazda6 MPS sports saloon returned an impressive 32.45 per cent increase in its economy figure, enough to earn it second place overall (beaten only by a diesel model) and Best in Class. Meanwhile, the rotary-engined Mazda RX-8 sports coupe achieved an outstanding 17.32 per cent increase.
‘The face of pace’ Schumacher and Ferrari Scuderia photographed by Michel Comte
From October 7th to November 7th the Galleria Ferrari in Maranello will host a series of images dedicated to the Scuderia Ferrari and Michael Schumacher made by über-photographer Michel Comte. The exhibition consists of 30 images which represent a special selection from his travelling exhibition “The Face of Pace” which conveys the “face” of speed, with each picture expressing the enthusiasm and passion of Ferrari.
Vauxhall CVs fill up with trophies!
It’s a double victory for Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles, with British-built vans taking outright victory and two class wins in the Commercial Fleetworld MPG Marathon.
German Volvo Truck dealer network and Nissan Germany in distribution co-operation
The German wholly-owned dealer network of Volvo Truck Corporation and the German subsidiary of Nissan Europe, have agreed conditions to enable the distribution of three of Nissan’s light commercial vehicles through the Volvo Truck dealer network in Germany. The co-operation includes sales and after sales activities.
Daihatsu and Evecars.com bring a little sunshine into Linda’s life
Lucky reader, Linda Gordon, is celebrating winning a Daihatsu Copen worth £13,000 – in her favourite colour yellow – in a national competition in conjunction with glossy women’s magazine, eve.
Volvo Truck in focus at world congress for Intelligent Transport Systems
At the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress in London this week, a Volvo truck takes centre stage on the EU Commission’s stand. The truck, known as the Integrated Safety Truck, is the result of co-operation within the EU Commission’s Sixth Framework Programme where Europe’s leading vehicle manufacturers have worked together to develop joint solutions for enhanced traffic safety. The Volvo truck showcases the world’s most modern technologies within research for active safety – something that is called the ’virtual safety belt’.
Volkswagen Fox judged ‘Best for T’Brass’ in the North
The smallest Volkswagen has won out against big competition in the prestigious Northern Group of Motoring Writers awards. The event, held at the Redworth Hall Country Hotel near Newcastle judged the Fox to be the best value car on sale today to win the hard fought ‘Best For T’Brass Award’.
Mazda3 MPS – ultimate driving fun with a double dose of zoom-zoom
The new Mazda3 MPS will be the fastest, best handling, best braking model in the hugely popular Mazda3 range when it goes on sale in the UK next February. In fact, Mazda3 MPS reaches the same heights of handling prowess as the Mazda6 MPS, Mazda RX-8 PZ special edition and the iconic two-seater open-top roadster Mazda MX-5.
Departure rate at Ryton prompts end of activity in January 2007
With almost a quarter of the remaining workforce having asked to leave the Company during the past weeks, PSA Peugeot Citroën has today announced to employees that activity at the plant will cease in January 2007.
Young football fans join Ford to 'kick it out'
Ford is backing football's anti-racism campaign called Kick It Out with an activity day at Dagenham attracting 100 London youngsters joined by stars of the game.
Porsche Carrera Cup GB finale at Silverstone
With the overall title Porsche Carrera Cup GB settled in favour of Damien Faulkner at Brands Hatch last time out, this weekend's final Porsche Carrera Cup GB races of the season at Silverstone (14/15 October) will be all about winning races, rather than thinking about championship points.
World-first system prevents mis-fuelling
The world's most complete luxury 4x4 just got smarter, with the 2007 model year Range Rover TDV8, on sale this week, pioneering an innovative world-first technical solution – the petrol fuel guard system.
Premium residual values with new Citroen Relay!
The new, premium Citroen Relay range has already achieved its first major success in advance of its UK launch, later this month. Based on independent price guide residual value figures, the new Relay range is expected to have residual values over 50 per cent better than those of the model it replaces.
Mitsubishi extends choice and versatility of award-winning L200 pick-up range
This month (October) sees Mitsubishi’s award-winning and market-leading range of L200 pick-ups extended to include two important new variants in the shape of the Club Cab and the Single Cab Tipper. With four body-styles launched and a wide range of specifications available to suit all business needs, Mitsubishi now boasts the most comprehensive range of pick-ups on the market.