Car News
Motor industry must recruit new generation of whiz-kids
The relentless pace of new car technology has prompted a fresh campaign to encourage talented youngsters to train as apprentices in the retail motor industry, which is being launched today at the British International Motor Show, Monday 24 July, by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), the automotive sector’s professional association.
Stop for a latte – Citroen’s new special Edition C3 Pluriel
Citroen has served up a hot and tasty new special edition for the summer in the shape of the C3 Pluriel Latte, which introduces a classy new body colour and leather upholstery as well as air conditioning as standard.
First pictures of the new Volvo C30
A sporty design, two doors, four individual seats and a glass tailgate give the Volvo C30 a unique style and character that will attract new Volvo buyers. The new Volvo C30 will be unveiled to the world at the Paris Motor Show in September and is due to arrive in UK showrooms at the turn of the year.
Second and Fourth for Aston Martin Racing at Portland
Tomas Enge, driving with an injured hand, teamed with Darren Turner in the Aston Martin DBR9 No. 007 to finish second in GT1 class at the Portland Grand Prix on Saturday. Pedro Lamy and Stephane Sarrazin drove DBR9 No. 009 to a fourth-place finish.
Insurer welcomes police crackdown on firms’ mobile phone policies
An initiative which targets firms who fail to keep their drivers’ mobile phone habits in check has been welcomed by Norwich Union.
Katie Melua signs-up with Grand Prix Masters
Britain’s biggest selling female artist Katie Melua will be the headline act at the close down of the Grand Prix Masters of Great Britain on Sunday 13th August at Silverstone. Alongside other soon-to-be-announced acts, Katie will perform live in front of thousands on a purpose-built paddock stage. Katie is currently in the middle of promoting her album 'Piece By Piece' in the USA and has taken time out of her touring schedule to appear at the Grand Prix Masters of Great Britain.
Pandamonium in London
On Thursday evening this week, (20 July), Pandamonium broke out in southwest London’s Battersea Park, as Fiat Auto UK staged a fun-filled summer party with a difference.
Panda swims Channel shock!
At around 10.15am on Friday, (21 July), a special breed of nautical Panda slipped into the sea at Folkestone, Kent, not merely with the idea of enjoying a refreshing swim, but with the specific intention of reaching the French coast and then driving all the way home to Italy!
KYB supplies Audi with more quality automotive components
KYB is strengthening its position as a leading original equipment (OE) manufacturer, and is supplying Audi with two first class automotive components – a KYB branded power steering pump and rear shock absorbers – for its new A4 model.
Subaru B9 Tribeca prices and specification announced
Subaru dealers are now taking orders for their new premium SUV – the US-built B9 Tribeca which arrives in showrooms in November priced from £28,995 on-the-road.
Hyundai continues to expand in Europe
Hyundai is to invest 1.3 billion euro in a new European production site at Nosovice in the Czech Republic. The facility underlines the company’s commitment to strengthen its position as a leading brand in Europe and increase market share in the UK.
Hyundai’s big heart is Getz shaped
Hyundai has given the British Heart Foundation (BHF) a boost by donating a brand new Getz as the star prize for the organisation’s annual nation-wide fundraising Heart Nurse Prize Draw.
New car/technology first for Avis and Peugeot
Avis customers renting one of the newly launched Peugeot 207s will be asked to provide Peugeot with feedback on the car.
Volvo first with online Vehicle Excise Duty
Volvo Trucks is the first truck manufacturer to provide its Dealers and customers with LGV first registration documents and Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) discs, the administration for which has been carried out online.
Lex adopts new branding after HBOS acquisition
Lex Vehicle Leasing has announced a new name and logo following its official change of ownership from Aviva to HBOS.