Car News
The Motorexpo: a different kind of Motor Show
From 22nd to 28th May 2006, Canary Wharf will be hosting the 11th annual Motorexpo – London’s premier free-to-visit motor show.
Mansell to make his Goodwood debut
People’s Champion Nigel Mansell has confirmed that he will make his debut appearance at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed on 7.8.9. July.
Triple crown for Prius
Double category wins for the third year at International Engine of the Year awards.
A Verso – but more so
Toyota’s supremely versatile Verso compact MPV adds another dimension to its owner appeal this spring with the launch of the new TR model. This special version delivers a high-value specification in addition to the Verso’s established winning features.
Volkswagen TSi claims International Engine of the Year Award
The new engine concept featuring twin-charging with a supercharger and turbocharger has impressed experts from across the globe: the new 1.4-litre TSI 170 PS engine claimed two accolades at the International Engine of the Year Awards 2006.
Weddings drive motorists to drink
Thousands of wedding guests are falling foul of drink drive laws this year, according to new research from safe driver champion, Privilege Insurance.
BMW 5-litre V10 does the double
BMW’s 5-litre V10 has today been crowned the best engine in the world for the second year in a row at the International Engine of the Year Awards 2006 held at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany.
New government figures prove Citroen’s unbeatable economy
The latest version of the Official Government “New car fuel consumption and emission figures” booklet clearly proves Citroen’s unbeatable fuel economy credentials, with the Company posting three of the top four positions in the chart of Britain’s lowest CO 2 and most frugal diesel models.
Subaru 2.5 litre turbo ‘boxer’ engine wins major award
Subaru’s much-admired 2.5 litre turbocharged ‘boxer’ engine has won the ‘2006 International Engine Of The Year Award’.
Vauxhall gets a grip on the 4x4 market with new Antara
These are the first pictures of the car which will mark Vauxhall’s return to the booming 4x4 market – the Antara. The five-door, five seat SUV will make its world show debut at the Mondial de l´Automobile in Paris at the end of September.
Oil light ignorance with £200m
Motorists are being warned about the risks of being part of an annual £200 million statistic by failing to check their oil on a regular basis.
Honda strikes the right note with women
More women are buying cars from Honda dealers than ever before, according to data released from National Car Buyers Survey (NCBS). The percentage of female car buyers has increased from 30% in 2000 to 37% in 2005 – during the same period the national trend has seen a reduction of 2%. The key to Honda’s success seems to be in knowing how to treat their female customers.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Special Edition
Mercedes-Benz has launched a Special Edition A-Class with a combination of equipment, sporty looks and practicality to offer customers even more value for money.
100 reasons to go for Skoda
Belfast’s number one taxi company Value Cabs has just taken delivery of 100 Skoda Superbs in a deal signed as the manufacturer’s centenary celebrations came to a close.
Early test production in Zilina heralds Kia’s next step
With construction of Kia’s new European assembly facility complete and early test production under way the growing car marque is ready to take the next step in its biggest export market.