Car News
Car buyers risk losing millions by not haggling
Sainsbury’s Bank today warned car buyers that they risk losing millions of pounds by not shopping around for the best deal when purchasing a new car.
Automotive Britain alive and well for now say industry experts
BRITAIN’S automotive industry is alive and well contrary to the poor September new car registrations, says Prof Garel Rhys, director of the Centre for Automotive Industry Research.
Special finance deals on selected Subarus
Subaru is offering highly attractive finance deals on many of its ’05 Model Year cars including zero per cent interest and enhanced PCP schemes.
Cash in the Attic
Dig out those Dinky Toys and old car brochures - you never know what they might be worth, says H&H.
Rolls-Royce unveil new division wall package
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars will unveil at the Tokyo Motor Show a new division wall package, fitted to an extended wheelbase Phantom.
ATS Euromaster drums up dream Porsche prize
ATS Euromaster will make one lucky motorist’s dream come true… by giving away a Porsche Cayenne in its bid to encourage drivers to prepare their cars for the winter ahead.
The new Mazda MX-5
Almost all new automobiles today are in danger of being heavier than their predecessors, due to ever-stricter safety standards and higher customer demands for comfort features. Mazda wanted to reverse this trend – and was successful.
Volvo enjoys increased market share
The new car market in the UK is becoming particularly competitive, with sales down 5.2 per cent so far this year, yet Volvo increased its market share to 1.6 per cent during this period with only a two per cent dip in sales.
Sleeping behind the wheel is a killer
As part of its winter driving campaign RoadSafe reminds drivers that falling asleep at the wheel accounts for up to 20 per cent of crashes on motorways or similar roads, and as many as one in 10 of all crashes on Britain's roads.
Cadillac and Corvette re-enter the UK market
The Americans have been good at choosing memorable brand and model names for their cars. But in Europe historically the names have, in most cases, been better than the products.
BMW announces End of Life Vehicle take back scheme
From 1 January 2006 all owners of BMW, Rolls-Royce and MINI vehicles will be entitled to free take back of their car once it has reached the end of its serviceable life. This means that owners of BMW Group vehicles, regardless of where they were bought, the age of the vehicle or whether they have been serviced outside of the BMW and MINI dealer networks, will benefit from the peace of mind that their vehicle will be subject to an environmentally sound disposal process. The process ensures that 85 per cent of the vehicle by weight will be recovered and recycled.
Suzuki GB signs agreement for its ‘End-of-Life’ vehicles
Suzuki GB PLC has signed an agreement with network service providers Autogreen which will enable the company to comply with European Union regulations regarding the disposal of old Suzuki vehicles.
Direct Line continues to offer ‘Driving Other Cars’ cover
Direct Line is taking the industry leading step of continuing to offer the 'Driving Other Cars' cover as standard in its car insurance policies.
Honda’s new Civic moves into top gear
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd (HUM) reached a major milestone as mass production of the 8th generation Civic, a unique 5 door hatchback for Europe began at its £1.33 billion production operation in Swindon, Wiltshire. Mass production begins just seven months after the concept version was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, underlining the company's long term commitment to building cars in the UK.
Allez Vite? Then take a spare driver
UK drivers taking an autumn break in France could face a long walk home if they are caught speeding according to the RAC Foundation.