Car News

Spring launch for new Mitsubishi Colt CZC Convertible

The 76th Geneva Motor Show sets the stage for the world debut of the Mitsubishi Colt CZC cabriolet, the third and arguably most striking member of the award-winning Colt line-up.

Mitsubishi to unveil new concept and production models Geneva Motor Show

World debut for Concept-EZ MIEV showcasing an innovative electric motor-in-wheel drivetrain, drive-by-wire controls and ground-breaking interior packaging.

Vauxhall introduces instant insurance for impulse buyers

If you see a pair of shoes you want in a shop window, you can pop in and take them home with you in minutes. Even that new suit can be bought off the peg and be ready to wear the same day. But if you spot a new car in a showroom, you might have to wait for a week for all the paperwork to arrive in the post before you are legally allowed to drive it home.

New engine to make Vectra leaner, meaner and cleaner

After making its debut in the Zafira late last year, Vauxhall’s sophisticated new 1.8-litre petrol engine is now available in the New Vectra and New Signum. The powerplant features a state-of-the-art Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system, bringing a host of improvements compared to the outgoing 1.8-litre model.

H&H revs up for its inaugural sale at Cheltenham Racecourse

Talk about taking coals to Newcastle, on 21 February H&H will put thousands of horsepower under the hammer when it holds its inaugural car sale at the fabulous Centaur Complex, Cheltenham Racecourse.

First Iveco Stralis joins Eddie Stobart fleet

Iveco distributor Kerr & Smith has delivered the first Stralis Active Space tractor unit into the Eddie Stobart stable of commercial vehicles, arguably the most recognisable fleet of trucks in the UK.

New kit for ‘Bentley boys and girls’

The children of Bowdon Church of England School are sporting a stylish new look for all of their football matches, courtesy of Bentley Manchester. When the dealership heard the primary school was looking for a local sponsor for their kit, they were delighted to join the squad.

Refinement and rarity values to drive new Jaguar XK sales

Refinement and rarity will drive the success of the new Jaguar XK coupe and convertible sports cars, according to Jaguar’s managing director Bibiana Boerio.

Freezing conditions could result in a surge in ‘frosting’ car crime

With more freezing weather conditions being predicted, Sainsbury’s Car Insurance issues its annual warning against ‘frosting’ car crime. The bank warns that thousands of motorists could fall victim to ‘frosting’ where opportunist thieves take advantage of drivers who leave their cars unattended whilst warming up the engine. Research from the bank indicates that over the past five years, around 121,730 households may have become a victim of ‘frosting’ – around 24,346 a year.

Ascari and Damax Given Green Light for GT3

Following todays FIA meeting with the technical working group in Paris, Ascari is all set to return to the race track. Together with Damax, the Northamptonshire based motorsport engineers, Ascari will enter a number of cars in this year’s FIA GT3 European Series, going head to head with the likes of Aston Martin, Ferrari and Porsche for class honours.