Car News

Alto - still the best value city car in the UK
Suzuki has announced a further extension of its VAT free offers on Alto, making it still the best value City Car on sale in the UK.

Danny Nobbs tests MiTo TwinAir from the Alfa Romeo Motability range
Shot putter Danny Nobbs took time out from his busy training schedule to test the new Alfa MiTo TwinAir for size, as he prepares for a big sporting year ahead in 2013.

Qashqai 4x4 is the solid choice for Anglian Water
Anglian Water has taken delivery of seven Nissan Qashqai+2 4x4s fitted with the new 1.6-litre diesel engine to fulfil a very demanding job within its vehicle fleet.
Myvi SXI is now even better value for Motability customers
Perodua is pleased to announce that the Myvi SXI is now the cheapest 1.3 litre 5 door small car available through the Motability Car Scheme.

E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid triumphs in SME Company Car of the Year Awards
The new Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid has triumphed in the Business Car Manager SME Company Car of the Year Awards 2012, winning two categories including Best Overall Company Car for SMEs.

Citroen launches new DS3 Red special editions
Citroen has launched an exciting range of DS3 Red special editions for the New Year. The new models are based on DS3’s existing DStyle and DSport trim levels, with exclusive styling cues and additional standard equipment.

Rolls-Royce celebrates 10 Years of Excellence
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars celebrates 10 Years of Excellence. On 1 January 2003 the Home of Rolls-Royce officially opened for business and the first car was presented to its delighted customer at one minute past midnight.

Bentley reveals new performance flagship convertible
The Continental GT Speed Convertible, Bentley’s new open-top performance flagship - and the world’s fastest four-seat convertible - makes its international debut on 14th January at the North American International Auto Show, Detroit.

New Generation i30 shortlisted for Europe’s premier award
The New Generation i30 has won a place on the shortlist for the Car of the Year 2013 award, becoming the first Hyundai model to make the final round of voting in Europe’s premier award for new cars.

Honda CR-V crowned 4x4 of the Year
If Santa is looking for a capable, reliable and award winning mode of transport this Christmas, he should get himself the new Honda CR-V.

Global sales of Lexus hybrids pass half-million milestone
Since the first RX 400h took to the road in 2005, through to the end of November this year, Lexus has sold more than 506,000 vehicles equipped with its Lexus Hybrid Drive system.

How i-ELOOP defies convention to give cleaner motoring
The best way to harvest what is essentially ‘free’ engine power under braking or when running on a trailing throttle for example, has challenged engineers for decades.

New Kia Sorento wins special award from Total 4x4
The new Kia Sorento has picked up its third Total 4x4 magazine award in a row with a special award for being the “Most Improved” contender.

Car entry and locking via user’s smartphone
Hyundai is harnessing the versatility of today’s smartphones to create the first prototype of its own Connectivity Concept.

Ford’s greenest cars park for free in their home county of Essex
As the new Ford Fiesta range goes on sale with six models below the road tax threshold, their owners will enjoy free parking in Essex.