Car News
Food for thought (but not while you're driving)
New research claims that eating while driving can be as potentially risky as using a hand held mobile phone at the wheel.
Volkswagen is First Choice for coffee supplier
Next time you enjoy a latte at your favourite coffee shop, take a moment to think that Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles may have played a role in getting your preferred blend into your cup. That’s because Milton Keynes-based First Choice Coffee operates a fleet of Volkswagen vans to deliver an extensive range of coffee products and services to customers throughout the UK and Ireland.
Porsche Carrera Cup title race goes north of the border
The unique Knockhill track in Scotland is the spectacular setting for rounds 15 and 16 of the Porsche Carrera Cup GB over the weekend of 2/3 September.
Annual smart Rally to Brighton
The fifth annual smart Rally is taking place on Sunday 24 September.
Water savings initiatives deliver results at Rolls-Royce
Significant water savings of over 13 per cent have been made at the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars manufacturing plant and head office at Goodwood. The introduction of new initiatives has resulted in an average saving of 11,000 litres per day for the entire site, equivalent to a hosepipe running continuously for 106 hours or 212,000 cups of tea.
Hills Transport chills with FH reefer outfit
Shrewsbury-based haulier Hills Transport is double-shifting a new Volvo FH480 6x2 artic on chilled and frozen food deliveries across the UK, including a 7-day a week service to Scotland. The family-owned company has operated Volvo’s since 1988 and currently has 6 new-generation FH’s all hauling a variety of high-quality, locally produced food products, many of which are destined for deli-counters.
A new BMW for every day of the month
BMW has announced the start of production and prices for a plethora of new models, making September 2006 BMW’s largest ever single month for model introductions in the UK. A total of 32 new models will arrive, including the new 3 Series Coupé, the revised X3 Sports Activity Vehicle and, BMW’s most expensive model ever, the new BMW M6 Convertible. New engine derivatives for 3 Series Saloon and Touring, and Exclusive Editions for the 7 Series range, also join the BMW line up.
Volkswagen reveals Iroc Sports car concept
Volkswagen has revealed its Iroc sports car concept at a special event in Berlin this evening. The Iroc marks the return of the Scirocco, Volkswagen’s iconic sports coupé, which made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 33 years ago.
British scenery distracts motorists
As Brits hit the roads for the long bank holiday weekend, drivers are being advised to enjoy the sights along the way without taking risks when behind the wheel.
Men get 100 lines for ignoring rules of the road
British roads may be covered in them, but only 1% of drivers are able to correctly identify four of the most common lines on UK roads, according to new research out from Sheilas’ Wheels - the major new car insurance brand for women.
Brits driven to distraction by lovers’ driving habits
As the August Bank Holiday weekend approaches, couples are destined to spend hours sitting in traffic jams together. But according to research, it may not be smooth motoring for some with a fifth of couples admitting they would dump their other half if they complained about their driving (19%).
Honda Legend hits its residual value target
The new Honda Legend has been given a vote of confidence from Glass’s Guide.
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Wheeler dealers
This August, Discovery Real Time hits vehicle velocity with a brand new fourth series of the immensely popular turbo show, Wheeler Dealers. Expert car trader Mike Brewer and renowned motor specialist Edd China will be working together to keep six impressive cars, including a Porsche 911 Targa and Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce, from the crusher. With just £4000 to spend on each vehicle and only a week to complete the renovation work, it’s a tough challenge for Mike and Edd to transform these tired motors into dream machines.
Dolby Pro Logic II 7.1 to debut on the all new Land Rover Freelander 2
Land Rover’s latest car, the all-new Freelander 2, will be the first-ever automotive application of Dolby® Pro Logic II® 7.1 surround sound technology, developed specifically for the unique listening environment of the car. The technology, more familiarly seen in high-end home cinema and entertainment systems, immerses occupants in an all-enveloping sound experience. In another debut, it is the first Land Rover Sound System by car audiophiles Alpine, renowned for faithful music reproduction, just as the artist intended.