Car News

Armor all banishes dirt from the dash

Armor All – the world’s number one car care specialist – has revealed its determination to see off dirty dashboards, by harnessing the power of Protectant – the world’s number one selling car appearance product - in Dashboard & Trim Gel, to clean, shine and protect interior rubber, plastic and vinyl.

Totally new Daihatsu Terios grows up

Daihatsu’s striking new – and considerably larger – Terios 4x4 sport utility goes on sale in early May, heralding an exciting new direction for the Japanese compact car specialist.

Toyota at the 2006 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Like father, like son: the car with which Nelson Piquet first established his international reputation as a driver of exceptional talent is to be driven by his son, Nelson Piquet Junior, at the 2006 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Toyota-powered Ralt RT1 was unmatched in its day, carrying the legendary Brazilian to 13 race wins and an emphatic 1978 British Formula 3 Championship title.

Volkswagen offers extra style with launch of Beetle Art

Just in case buyers thought the styling of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet wasn’t quite distinctive enough… Volkswagen is pleased to announce the introduction of a range of decals allowing them to customise their vehicles further.

Ford and Norwich Union offer free insurance and sat nav

Ford has joined forces with Norwich Union to provide one year’s free comprehensive motor insurance through Ford Insure, and one year’s free satellite navigation from Smartnav, to eligible customers buying a new Ford Ka Design, Fiesta Style or Streetka.

Adaptive headlamps available for first time on new Mercedes Benz E-Class

The new E-Class Mercedes Benz sets pioneering technological trends with its new Intelligent Light System by becoming the first car in the world to offer adaptive headlamps.

Ford of Europe strengthens leadership in allergy friendly car interiors

Allergies are on the rise, a fact that becomes evident this time of year to millions of people who suffer from breathing difficulties. So it's not by accident that the United Nations is calling attention to World Asthma Day on May 2.

Bentley to turn on the style at Scottish Fashion Awards

The inaugural Scottish Fashion Awards 2006 promises to be one of the most glamorous evenings of the year and to add an elegant finishing touch VIP guests will arrive at Stirling Castle (7 May) in a range of stunning Bentley cars including the Arnage and Continental Flying Spur.

mymotorquote.com moves online car insurance into the fast lane

Recognising the growth in online sales the award winning A & A Group Limited has further extended its offering with the launch of MyMotorQuote.com.

Sheffield man lands topless beauty

Local Sheffield student Damian Ronksley has his very own topless beauty… in the shape of a brand new Nissan Micra C+C. Damian won the car, which was launched during a nationwide city tour in partnership with Breakthrough Breast Cancer, after entering the TLC (Touch, Look, Check) “Text to win” competition.

Lexus GS 450h tames the Taxman

Traditionally there is a high price to be paid by any motorist who seeks performance, prestige and luxury from his or her company car, not just in terms of the purchase cost, but also in the year-on-year tax burden. The launch of the new hybrid power Lexus GS 450h next month promises to shake up the premium executive segment with tax rates that will save drivers thousands of pounds each year compared to the bills incurred by competitor models.