Car News
Summer cyclists
One of the great things about summer is that we are tempted to get the bicycle out to make the most of the good weather.
Sun, sea, sand ...and sirens?
The most dangerous part of many motorists’ summer holiday is driving abroad, according to the RAC Foundation during National Motorway Month.
The £192 million fuel economy rip-off
What Car? has today exposed the huge inaccuracies in fuel economy figures used by car makers in their advertising. On average, cars in the real world are 8% thirstier than manufacturers' official figures.
MORE TH>N launches young driver policy
Leading car insurer MORE TH>N is launching a new young driver policy - DriveTime – on Sunday 6 August 2006, to reduce accidents and change the way young drivers use Britain’s roads.
Proton Cars launches new Savvy campaign
Proton Malaysian car manufacturer, Proton, is launching a new television and national press campaign for the newest model in its range, the five door Savvy city car.
Cow’s that? Honda moooove with the Hybrid heifer
Honda’s Civic Hybrid has been churned into a cow for an appearance at Fruitstock, the innocent festival, this weekend. Hoofed have thought it?
Skoda Auto Achieves Positive Results Over First Six Months Of 2006
Having delivered 274,904 vehicles to customers over the first six months of 2006, Skoda Auto has increased 12.4 % compared to the same period of last year. Sales of all of models have grown, particularly those of the Octavia. Skoda's market share has improved significantly in Western European countries (Germany, in particular) as well as in Eastern Europe. Due to overall market developments, the situation in Central Europe is still difficult.
Mitsubishi L200 goes on beach patrol with RNLI
Mitsubishi Motors UK is delighted to announce it has recently concluded a deal with the RNLI to supply L200 4Work double-cab pick-ups for the charity’s front-line beach rescue teams.
BMW deliver the first Official Car to The 2006 Ryder Cup
The European and United States Teams will be driven in BMW premium cars.
Fiat Commercial Vehicles boosts aftersales support
Fiat Commercial Vehicles is implementing a major restructuring of its dealer network, designed to strengthen aftersales support available to customers.
Do You Really Know The History of Your Motor?
Bank of Scotland Vehicle Finance is urging shoppers to ensure that stringent checks have been made on the purchase of their new used motor before they part with cash. The news follows the Bank’s decision to sell their ex-fleet vehicles via the specialist website carsite.co.uk.
C4 Picasso adds a new dimension to Citroen’s popular MPV range
Citroen has revealed first details of its stylish new seven-seat compact MPV, the C4 Picasso. This extremely spacious, practical and comfortable new people carrier will make its world debut at the Paris Motor show next month and will complement the Company’s exceptionally popular existing MPV line-up.
Avis uses thumb printing to reduce rental fraud
Avis UK is boosting security at its Stansted Airport rental station by asking customers to leave their thumb print when renting a vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz introduces two new V8 engines to the CLK-Class range
Mercedes-Benz is set to create an unforgettable driving experience with the launch of the exclusive CLK 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet; the new top-of-the-range V8 performance models.
Slot Rally GB – Britain’s Biggest Small Car Rally
Toyota and the National Slot car Collectors Club (NSCC) have joined forces to stage the UK’s largest ever slot car rally. The event will be run like a real rally, against the clock over multiple stages on different surfaces. It will take place at Toyota GB’s headquarters, near Epsom, over the weekend of 23 and 24 September, 2006. Up to 200 cars are expected to enter in classes covering the modern WRC, historic and classic rally periods.