Car News
Caterham dominates Monte-Carlo 2005 Sportscar Challenge
One of the ultimate tests of endurance and reliability, the Monte Carlo Sportscar Challenge, has been dominated by the legendary Caterham Seven. Examples of the British manufacturer’s two-seater swept the board, taking first and second overall as well as three out of five class wins.
Mercedes-Benz presents new vehicle with fuel cell drive
The Mercedes-Benz F 600 HYGENIUS is the latest in the series of research vehicles from Mercedes-Benz that point the way forwards for the future.
Lexus flagship concept to debut at Tokyo Motor Show
The comprehensive renewal of the Lexus product range will reach another milestone at the Tokyo Motor Show next week with the unveiling of a new flagship saloon concept.
Clarion is tops in Europe
Clarion has been crowned as the best car audio head unit in Europe, following voting by 52 Editors-in-Chief of the most influential magazines across 18 countries. This is the second time in four years that the world’s biggest car audio specialist has claimed this top award.
Don’t be a Chamois dodger
Armor All - the world’s number one car care specialist - is pledging to help motorists with the après-suds drying up, with a new, highly durable and effective Synthetic Chamois.
Audi Shooting Brake Concept heads for Tokyo
An Audi sports car of the future may possibly have just started the journey from drawing board to driveway in the shape of the Audi Shooting Brake Concept, a convention-challenging, technology-laden design study destined for the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show (October 22 to November 6).
Panasonic Toyota: the fast and the fuel saving
Panasonic not only has its name on Toyota’s Formula 1 racing cars, but now its staff are taking notice of a rather less thirsty Toyota - the petrol-electric Prius. The first two cars have joined Panasonic UK’s 300-strong user-chooser car fleet, and another is on order.
Six million confused motorists
More than six million motorists are confused over basic motor maintenance checks, according to a research by car care people Comma.
Uplift in used car demand cuts rates of depreciation
Rates of used car depreciation slowed during the third quarter of 2005 (July to September), and values are expected to stabilise further still during October. The findings, published by EurotaxGlass’s in the latest Glass’s Used Car Market Index, indicate that the average three-year-old car (2002 ’02-plate with a typical 36,000 miles) was worth £6,650 by the end of September, representing a fall in value of
MINI Concept at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show
After the success of the MINI Concept Frankfurt, MINI is launching a new interpretation of the classic Mini Traveller at the Tokyo Motor Show that reflects the Japanese appreciation for all things British.
Mercedes Benz A 200 Turbo
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its most powerful A-Class yet – the range-topping A 200 Turbo. Available from October through all UK retailers, the new model adds a high performance edge to the popular range, which was launched in February 2005.
Amazon at the Hellfire Club
Toyota is supporting one of Britain’s most prestigious gunmakers and sporting agencies in a new partnership agreement. It has joined forces with E.J. Churchill, a company that has developed its historic business as a maker of fine guns to offer its customers a wide range of outdoor country sports and leisure activities.
The winter will be dangerous – Prepare yourself
For many drivers the winter means snow, sleet, and ice that can lead to slower traffic, hazardous road conditions, hot tempers and unforeseen dangers. Drivers know that weather affects road and driving conditions and can pose serious problems, but few realise the real effects of rain and darkness.
Fiat Panda passes the 500,000 mark
Fiat Panda production has just passed the manufacturing milestone of 500,000 units.
Burden of road accidents climbs to over £200 per driver
Drivers are indirectly contributing over £200 a year each in taxes to cover the costs of road accidents, according to new research by Privilege Insurance. This includes police, medical and ambulance costs, damage to property and administration costs of accidents.