Car News
Kia reveals ‘Multi-S’ crossover concept
Kia Motors Corporation revealed its latest concept vehicle, the dramatic looking seven-seater Multi-S, at the Frankfurt Motor Show today (Tuesday). Conceived by Kia as a next generation CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle) the Multi-S is designed to cater for the needs of modern customers by blending the interlocking trends of Crossover vehicles, MPVs and SUVs.
Avis ‘Fly the Nest’ offer aimed at students and their parents
In early October over 377,000 students will be travelling to university to start the autumn term. Many will be attempting a ‘Guinness Book of Records’ style feat for the most duvets, kettles, cheese plants, toasters and guitars crammed into a "will it or won’t it make it?" old banger. Or poor parents will be loading up their car and tailgating their offspring on a 300 mile round trip to deliver them to their digs.
Jaguar premieres advanced Deployable Bonnet system
Jaguar has revealed the world’s first Pyrotechnic Pedestrian Deployable Bonnet System (PDBS) a state-of-the-art advanced safety feature, at the Frankfurt Auto Show. In an era of safety conscious motoring, Jaguar has managed to combine beautiful, fast sports car design with the latest pedestrian impact technology to create a world first with the all-new XK which goes on sale in the UK in early 2006.
Civic set to shake its sector
Honda’s brave new Civic, aimed squarely at younger, image conscious consumers, has gained a pre-launch vote of confidence with excellent ABI insurance ratings.
World premiere for all-new Kia Magentis
Kia Motors Corporation held the world premiere of its all-new Kia Magentis executive saloon at the Frankfurt Motor Show today (Tuesday). The new Magentis is a modern, high-quality, high-value saloon, which offers customers clean, crisp, handsome styling, improved power, higher performance, better handling, a smoother ride, more space, more luxury, a larger trunk and enhanced fuel economy.
Caterham Academy reunited
More than 500 F1 hopefuls have launched their individual motor racing careers through the Caterham Academy since it was launched in 1995. But where are they now?
New sparkle for 2006 Fiesta and Fusion
Distinctive new exterior styling, fresh new interiors, vibrant new colours and an impressive list of cutting-edge technology and features are set to keep the Fiesta and Fusion on the UK's "most-wanted" list.
Frankfurt show preview for a new generation Ford Galaxy
Ford is giving visitors to the Frankfurt Motor Show a glimpse into the future for its largest people carrier, the Ford Galaxy.
Diesel car price inflation undermines cost benefit for owners
With fuel price rises once again hitting the headlines, growing numbers of consumers and fleet car buyers are looking at diesel power as a way of reducing the running costs of their next vehicle. However, according to EurotaxGlass’s, the list price of diesel-powered cars has increased at almost double the rate of petrol equivalents over the past five years, further increasing the period over which a diesel car must be run before it proves more economical.
Volkswagen Eos at the Frankfurt motor show
Eighteen months after its concept C study was displayed at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen has unveiled the production version of its coupé cabriolet model – the Eos.
Mazda3 sales up 54 per cent on last August
Mazda3 – the stylish C-segment car which replaced Mazda 323 18 months ago – has seen sales increase by a dramatic 54 per cent at 524 units sold, compared to 340 in August 2004, contributing to 1,568 Mazdas sold in August holding a year to date market share of 1.88 per cent.
Remploy automotive in line for top award
Remploy Automotive has been short-listed for a major manufacturing award.
Citroen’s tasty trio set for Frankfurt
Citroen has chosen this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show (12-25 September) to show off a trio of new models. The awesome-looking C-SportLounge concept car stars alongside the eagerly awaited flagship Citroen C6, whilst an updated version of the C3 supermini is being introduced to the world.
Vauxhall reveals new Antara GTC
An all-new 4x4 is set to be the star of the GM stand at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. Combining the head-turning looks of a sporty coupe with the chunky appeal of an off-roader, Vauxhall’s latest concept car demonstrates just how athletic and stylish an SUV can be. Developed entirely in-house by GM’s own design team, its coupe-like profile, LED headlamps and frameless windows are unique innovations in the class, and point the way towards the design direction of future Vauxhalls.
VX Racing close to achieving the 100th race win
VX Racing has been in sight of its 100th race win for the last two race weekends and is determined to reach the milestone at Silverstone, the next event on the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship calendar. The team arrived at Snetterton one month ago needing two wins to reach the century, but left still needing them. At the following race weekend in Knockhill, the team came a win closer following Yvan Muller’s victory in the first race. Now standing on 99 race wins, VX Racing has three opportunities from the three-race Silverstone event to make history.