Car News
‘Pay-as-you-go’ but no white elephants!
Transport Secretary Alistair Darling’s proposal that vehicle tracking technology could support a future pay-as-you-go scheme for Britain’s motorists has been welcomed by Quartix, one of the UK’s leading vehicle tracking companies. But with one clear proviso – no white elephants please!
Road pricing – the public will decide
In advance of Alistair Darling’s speech on road pricing today (09), the RAC Foundation can reveal that only 8% of people don’t think the roads are too congested, and 47% support the principle of a road pricing scheme in the UK if all the revenue raised was returned to the motorists through lower road tax. Only 16% of people strongly oppose the proposal.
Jaguar adds 'Sports Collection' to X-Type estate
The Jaguar X-TYPE Estate featuring the 'Sports Collection' body styling package makes its debut at the Canary Wharf Motorshow (13 June, 2005).
Jaguar S-Type buyers can now choose from ‘Sports Collection’
Jaguar S-Type buyers wanting a more racy exterior appearance can now choose to specify Jaguar's exclusive range of body exterior styling products, known as the 'Sports Collection', which makes its debut at the Canary Wharf Motor Show next week (13 June, 2005).
Find the perfect gift for father’s day at your local Renault dealer
It’s almost time for Father’s Day (19th June) and if your Dad is the consummate ‘petrol head’ or is still a big kid at heart, you can find the perfect gift for his special day at your local Renault dealer.
Think! Summer drink drive warning
A new phase of summer advertising was today launched reminding drivers that it takes less that you might think to become a drink driver.
Sainsbury’s Car Insurance launch TV advertising campaign
Sainsbury’s Bank says that competition in the car insurance marketplace has never been greater and that this year, the sector’s advertising spend could top £200 million for the first time. The bank has announced its own multi-million pound marketing campaign to help highlight the competitiveness of its motor cover. This will include its first ever national TV advertising campaign that focuses on car insurance.
New Peugeot 107 achieves 4-star euro NCAP rating
The new Peugeot 107 scores well in the latest round of Euro NCAP tests, achieving a 4-star rating and 26-point score – a high score for ‘B’ segment small cars. The Peugeot 107 has also been awarded a 2-star (14-points) rating for pedestrian safety and 3-stars (36-points) for child protection.
Flintoff in the driving seat with Volkswagen’s Touareg
British cricket star Andrew Flintoff has become a brand ambassador for the Volkswagen Touareg 4x4 model, having taken delivery of a 5.0-litre V10 TDI model. Flintoff recently enjoyed the opportunity to put the Touareg through its paces at an off-road course, where he tested the vehicle’s all-terrain capabilities.
Gap closes between prestige and volume brand car prices
The gap between the average list price of comparable models from volume and prestige brand carmakers has narrowed over the past ten years, helping to accelerate the growth in the market share of the premium marques, according to Glass’s Market Intelligence Service.
Norwich Union helps motorists to keep their cover
Norwich Union is launching a drive to help its customers and other motorists to better understand important changes to their motor insurance policies, and ensure that any changes in their personal circumstances are shared with their insurer to keep their motor cover up to date.
Citroen C4 gains more awards
Citroen’s innovative C4 has beaten both the Ford Focus and VW Golf to be voted Best Diesel Hatchback by the leading specialist magazine, Diesel Car. This is the C4’s latest major award, coming soon after it was voted Britain’s Best Hatchback by Top Gear Magazine and British Car of the Year by Auto Express readers.
Volkswagen announce prices for new Polo
Volkswagen has announced recommended retail prices for the new Polo, which start at £7,495 on the road. The latest generation of Volkswagen’s supermini, which goes on sale on 10 June, will be available with a wide choice of engines and trim levels, with either three or five doors.
Parents urged to shop around for car insurance
Over 1.78 million parents are paying car insurance premiums for their children but research from Sainsbury’s car insurance indicates that 25% only obtain one quote.
Car insurance premiums falling, says AA
Claims that car insurance premiums have been substantially rising over the past year have been dismissed by the AA.