Car News
NCAP awards Mazda5 5-stars on latest crash testing
Mazda’s new Compact Multi-Activity Vehicle (MAV) Mazda5 has been awarded the maximum rating, 5-stars, on the latest European New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) testing. Mazda5’s overall score of 33 points makes it one of the best in its class at protecting occupants in nearly all impact scenarios.
Mazda5 awarded MPV of the Year
The new Mazda5 Compact Multi Activity Vehicle (MAV) has won the MPV of the Year title awarded by 4x4 and MPV Driver magazine just two months since the stylish Zoom-Zoom MAV was launched in the UK.
Nissan is 4x4 maker of the year
Nissan is the 2006 4x4 Maker of the Year. At least according to 4x4 & MPV Driver magazine it is. And few should disagree given Nissan’s range of six four-wheel drives, soon to become seven, which caters for the widest variety of customers’ 4x4 needs and even includes 4x4s that aren’t.
Maserati partners ICM at London fashion week
Italian supercar legend Maserati has once again paired up with leading model agency ICM to create a truly glamorous partnership as London takes centre stage in the fashion world.
Ace Café London celebrates ‘Car Enthusiast of the Year’ award
Mark Wilsmore, owner of the famous Ace Café on London’s North Circular Road, is opening its doors this Saturday, 24 September to celebrate his ‘Meguiar’s UK Car Enthusiast of the Year 2005’ award with a special party at the venue.
Lexus retains top spot in national dealer survey
Lexus remains the most highly valued brand among the nation’s car dealers according to the latest National Franchised Dealer Association (NFDA) survey. The results of the independent study for summer 2005 show Lexus in first place in the dealer index, scoring the highest ratings in 32 of the 44 questions applicable to its business.
Dirty exhaust gases could make cars cleaner
Dirty exhaust gases could actually help cars become cleaner - thanks to a world-beating British invention.
Porsche Carrera Cup GB
The 2005 Porsche Carrera Cup GB title was provisionally clinched at Silverstone on Sunday by Co Donegal's Damien Faulkner. With victory in an action-packed round 17 and second to Richard Westbrook (Ipswich) in round 18, Faulkner now has an unassailable lead in the championship with two races remaining.
Reduce your speed with a camera alert system
While fixed and mobile speed cameras proliferate, and the chances of a £60 fine and three penalty points increase, using Talex to protect your licence and stay within the law is now better value than ever.
Cool cars from Avis Rent A Car
Travellers to America now have the opportunity to emulate the stars and drive one of the coolest cars of the moment. Avis Rent A Car has added the prestigious Hummer - ‘bling’ choice of rap star 50 Cent and ‘King of Cool’ England football captain David Beckham - to its car rental fleet.
Proton Cars to the People tour goes to Glasgow
Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit St Enoch’s Square Glasgow as part of its Cars to the People tour, from 21-24 September 2005. Visitors to the shopping centre will have the chance to see the new 5-door city car, the Savvy, up close and personal.
Former MG Rover bidder unveils future plans
Professor Krish Bhaskar who formerly led the Triple A bid for failed Midlands car manufacturer MG Rover Group Limited, has unveiled his vision for the future, following the sale of the Longbridge based business to China’s Nanjing Automotive.
Drivers in Scotland want 80mph motorway speed limit
72% of Scottish drivers believe the current motorway speed limit should be raised. 81% of those believe the new limit should be 80mph 78% believe, if the new limit is set at 80mph, the police should enforce the law more strictly.
Tailgating menace highlights road safety issues
An appalling forty-five percent of motorists regularly increase their chances of a serious accident due to tailgating, according a new report from tyre manufacturer, Avon.
Citroen Xsara most popular people carrier
Citroen’s dancing car can now dance some more as the brand has come top in a survey of the most popular models by Quotea.co.uk.