Car News
New Seat Leon FR to make world debut at Madrid Motor Show
SEAT will pull the covers off its hottest new Leon so far at next week’s Madrid Motor Show (25th May), with the world debut of the striking new FR. This fully fledged hot hatch boasts powerful engines (a 200 PS petrol and 170 PS diesel) with styling modifications to match.
Corsa uncovered!
It’s fresh, it’s funky and it’s Britain’s most important new supermini in years! These are the first official shots of the all-new Vauxhall Corsa, which is set to go on sale later in 2006.
Caterham build for the future with Ford Sigma
Caterham Cars has confirmed that the legendary Seven sportscar will be powered by Ford Sigma engines from the end of 2006. The adoption of a new engine from a global manufacturer coincides with the model’s 50th anniversary next year.
Best in class residuals for Ford S-Max and Galaxy
Ford's all-new S-MAX and Galaxy MPV's will return class-leading residual values according to car-value experts.
Speed Humps Dumped in South Gloucestershire
Speed humps in the town of Yate in South Gloucestershire are to be removed after a successful campaign by local residents.
New four-cylinder piezo TDI engine for Audi A3 and A4
The first four-cylinder Audi TDI engine to benefit from a performance boost courtesy of piezo injection technology from the V6 and V8 Audi diesel units is now available for A3 and A4 models. The new 170PS, 2.0-litre unit delivers power, torque and acceleration to rival a six-cylinder TDI with characteristic four-cylinder fuel economy in A3 and five-door A3 Sportback models priced from £18,930 OTR, and A4 Saloons and Avants priced from £22,965 OTR. All are available to order for first UK deliveries in July.
Zipp! into something more comfortable this summer
Kia has introduced two scorching special edition Picantos to this summer’s line-up. The Picanto Zipp! and Zipp+ both feature a panoramic electric folding canvas sunroof which, at the touch of a button, gives Kia customers a breath of fresh air.
Watts takes Carrera Cup double at Oulton Park
Danny Watts (Buckingham) claimed a superb double victory in rounds five and six of the Porsche Carrera Cup GB at Oulton Park over the weekend (13/14 May).
Volvo to provide breathylizers to Nordic Ferries
The Volvo Group has taken a step to reduce the number of intoxicated drivers entering Sweden by providing breathalyzer equipment for truck and bus drivers at ferries serving Sweden. This initiative has been welcomed by the authorities.
Upgraded Defender model for 2007
Customer demand for the iconic Defender will see Land Rover release details of a new model for 2007 later this year, including a series of significant upgrades to enhance the ownership experience and meet forthcoming legislation. It starts going on sale next spring and will help ensure that the Defender remains in production until at least 2010.
Toyota and Red Cross launch summer road safety campaign
Toyota (GB) PLC has teamed up with the British Red Cross for the second year in succession to run the Don’t Be A Bystander campaign which aims to deliver roadside first aid training to over 60,000 children and deliver messages about first aid to a further 100,000 young people. The campaign, backed by Blue Peter presenter Konnie Huq, launches next month and continues throughout the summer.
Competitive RV and BIK tax figures for the all-new Volvo S80
Extremely competitive residual value and Benefit in Kind tax figures for the all-new Volvo S80 executive saloon will enable it to compete head on with its well-known German rivals. In addition, extended 18,000 mile service intervals and a 30 per cent reduction in labour content make the all-new S80 one of the most driver and fleet manager-friendly Volvos.
A street car named...Betsy?
One in five Brits (22 per cent) are so close to their cars that they feel the need to name them - and the most popular motor moniker is 'Betsy', according to new research from Lloyds TSB Insurance.
Privilege promises summer of savings for safe drivers
Privilege Insurance has announced that its guarantee to beat any car insurance renewal quote for drivers with four years or more no claims discount will continue through the summer. The decision to extend the guarantee until 31st August will mean Privilege has been beating renewal quotes for safe drivers for two years continuously since its re-launch in August 2004.
Kia gets zapping!
Rio, Cerato and Picanto Zapp! arrive nationwide this month as Kia Zapps! its hatchback range.