Car News
Kia releases sketch of all-new 'soul' concept car
Kia has released a preview sketch of the all-new "Soul" concept car, which will make its world premiere at the upcoming North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Kia Soul concept is a crossover utility vehicle with a sporty, bold look that builds on design cues from the Kia Mesa concept vehicle introduced at the 2005 NAIAS.
Mercedes Benz Axor delivers for TNT
Mercedes-Benz has completed the delivery of more than 100 Axor tractor units into TNT Logistics’ famous orange-liveried fleet.
Tracker topples £30m retrieval milestone
Christmas has come early for TRACKER, the UK’s leading stolen vehicle recovery specialist, after it celebrated returning a staggering £30 million worth of vehicles to their rightful owners so far this year.
Trailer-blazing help from Ford keeps cancer charity out in front
Motorists will be alerted to The Prostate Cancer Charity's awareness campaign by the latest liveried trailer in Ford of Britain's truck fleet.
RAC Foundation welcomes review of speed camera policy
The RAC Foundation this morning gave a broad welcome to the Government’s review of speed camera policy as a positive step in improving the UK’s road safety record.
The new Toyota Yaris
The first generation Yaris has been a top performer for Toyota, its sales rising every year from launch in 1999 to the point where it accounts for one in every four of the brand’s models sold in Europe.
Volvo Trucks pass the Albion Chemicals ‘litmus test’
Sandbach Cheshire based Albion Chemicals has purchased 11 Volvo FM12 tracker units from Thomas Hardie Commercials in Middlewich with a further 5 vehicles to be ordered for delivery in March 2006.
Mazda6 named What Car? Used Car of the Year 2005
Mazda6 has been named Used Car of the Year 2005 in the What Car? December issue, bringing the total awards won for the Mazda6 in the UK up to 19 since launch in June 2002 and over 100 globally.
Mazda MX-5 sales up by a third
Sales of the all-new third generation Mazda MX-5 are up by a third on sales of the old model in November last year, proving the popularity of the world's best selling roadster continues to increase among British sports car fans.
Anglian Home Improvements decides on Fiat Doblo
A fleet of 16 Fiat Doblo Family MPVs has just been delivered to Anglian Home Improvements, the UK's leading PVCu double glazing window, door and conservatory company. An additional 19 vehicles are scheduled to arrive early next year.
Swedish government gives Volvo Trucks go-ahead for tests with drunk drivers
Volvo Trucks has received permission to test new technology using tired drivers and drivers under the influence of alcohol when, at today's cabinet meeting, the government gave its permission for the trials to go ahead.
Nissan Urge
Set to make its world debut in early January 2006 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the dynamic Nissan URGE concept.
Honda launches Acura in Japan
Honda today announced plans to introduce its luxury brand, Acura, in Japan. The Acura brand will offer distinctive products with a core focus on advanced, leading edge technologies that are always ahead of the times. Honda will also integrate its three current sales channels into one – so customers can buy and service any Honda-branded model in any one dealership (mirroring the UK set up).
Wine merchants enjoy the taste of Toyota Prius
In 1999 the head of the UK’s leading independent wine importer switched from an 18mpg executive car to the 65mpg Prius, reckoning the potential savings in fuel, tax, insurance combined with the exemption from the London congestion charge would save him £5000 a year….he was not wrong, and it’s got even better!
Honda and Autogreen combine for environmental solution
Honda (UK) has reached an agreement with Autogreen to provide End of Life Vehicle (ELV) processing and dismantling services for Honda vehicles.