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Nissan has been Patroling the earth for 55 years and the latest version stays true to its working ethic. New Trek and Aventura versions bring the Patrol in line with Nissan’s sportier 4x4s, the X-TRAIL and Pathfinder. But pricing that drops by up to £3545 puts the hard grafting Patrol into a niche of its own.

Allison Transmission announces first European contracts for two-mode hybrid system

Allison Transmission of General Motors Corporation, maker of heavy-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, confirmed today at the Internationale Automobile-Ausstellung (IAA) commercial vehicle show that Polish bus manufacturer Solaris Bus & Coach Co. and Dutch guided vehicle manufacturer APTS will use its advanced two-mode GM Allison Hybrid System. The technology, a unique parallel hybrid design combining power from a diesel engine with electric power from an energy storage system, offers bus manufacturers the opportunity to cut emissions, increase fuel economy and improve vehicle performance.

Hallett Silbermann 150 tonne FH Heavy Hauler takes on 70 tonne Volvo Excavator

One of Hallett Silbermann’s two new Volvo FH-520, 150 tonne GCW Heavy Haulage 8x4 tractor units, is being used to move the largest and heaviest Crawler Excavator on the Volvo Construction Equipment demonstration fleet. The 8x4 tractor units are among the first specialist heavy haulage configuration Volvo’s with the D13A engine to go into service in the UK.

New pro_cee’d concept points to sporty future Kia model

Kia Motors has revealed the first image of its latest concept car that is scheduled to debut at the Paris Motor Show next week. The strikingly styled concept, named pro_cee’d, is based on the forthcoming three-door sporty hatch version of the all-new Kia cee’d.

Ford helps drivers meet child restraint legislation

Ford dealers are stocking a comprehensive range of child safety seats and booster cushions to help drivers comply with changes to the law.

Ford adds Electronic Stability Programme to Transit standard specification

Ford of Britain is adding Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) as standard equipment to the New Ford Transit's comprehensive package of both active and passive safety features for 2007.

Heritage Motor Centre to celebrate 100 years of Michelin in the UK

A new exhibition celebrating Michelin's 100 years in Great Britain will open at the Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire at the end of September. This will include products, photographs and memorabilia from Michelin that have never been seen together in the UK before.

All-wheel-drive system for new Ford Transit revealed at Hanover show

A new all-wheel-drive (AWD) Ford Transit has been revealed this week at the Hanover Commercial Vehicle Show in Germany. The AWD system automatically provides stepless torque flow to the front wheels when required on slippery surfaces.

Ford Transit is International Van of the Year 2007

The new Ford Transit has been awarded the prestigious title of 'International Van of the Year 2007'.

Nissan to test Intelligent Transportation System in Kanagawa

Nissan has announced it would begin testing a newly developed intelligent transportation system which allows vehicle-to-infrastructure communication to help reduce traffic accidents and ease congestion.

Maserati showstoppers at London Fashion Week

Italian supercar legend Maserati has once again paired up with leading model agency ICM Models to create a truly glamorous partnership as London takes centre stage in the fashion world, playing host to the Spring/Summer 2007 London Fashion Week.

FIA GT round at Mugello: two Maserati MC12s on the podium

The seventh round of the FIA GT championship took place on Sunday 17 September on the Tuscan circuit of Mugello. It was one of the most difficult races of the season owing to the challenging weather. Michael Bartels-Andrea Bertolini and Jamie Davies-Thomas Biagi's Maserati MC12s came home second and third in a thrilling race. Bartels was 4"723 behind the winners, Wendlinger-Peter (Aston Martin DBR9). The Maseratis beat off the challenge of the Saleen S7 R driven by Bert-Montermini-Janis and the Aston Martins with Pescatori-Babini and Deletraz-Piccini on board.