Car News

2013 Nissan GT-R: Elevated performance
Improved response, better stability and sharper handling – those are the highlights of the 2013 model year Nissan GT-R.

Toyota’s search for the oldest Carina E
Twenty years ago this December, the first Toyota Carina E was produced at Burnaston in Derbyshire.

Seat drops Mii and becomes global Twitter trend
When SEAT and Auto Trader teamed up to suspend a Mii from a crane 35 metres above Potters Fields Park in London’s South Bank, and promised to give it away to one lucky Twitter user, it was always going to attract interest.

Saab Parts UK helps prepare Saab owners for winter
With winter lurking just around the corner, Saab Parts UK is launching a seasonal Winter Check and Top Up offer for all Saab owners.

Free half term driving experiences at Mercedes-Benz World
Christmas comes early at Mercedes-Benz World this half term, from 27 October until 3 November, as some lucky visitors will receive free AMG Driving Experiences worth £185.

New Porsche driving experience courses celebrate 40 years of iconic RS
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of its RennSport models – more widely known as RS, of course - three new driving courses have been launched at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.

Vauxhall Adam Review
Early 2013 will see the arrival of the new Vauxhall Adam, Vauxhall’s new offering for the city hatch market. Due to launch in February, the three-door, four-seater features dynamic styling and compact dimensions that are designed to make urban life a breeze.

Seat invests £650m in new Leon production
SEAT has started production of the new Leon hatchback at its factory in Martorell, Spain. The all-new model is the result of an overall investment of 800 million euros (c. £650m), primarily in vehicle research and development, and production facilities.

All-new 2014 Corvette LT1 V-8 a technological powerhouse
When the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette arrives late next year, it will be powered by a technologically advanced, race-proven 6.2L V-8 delivering an estimated 450 hp and helping produce 0-62 mph times in under four seconds.

Jaguar Land Rover Virtual Experience
Jaguar Land Rover has harnessed advanced digital technology to offer its customers virtual “hands-on” access to its model ranges, breaking free from the limitations that dictate what can be displayed in a conventional showroom.

The new La Martina by Maserati Collection
Maserati and La Martina reinforce their collaboration with a much wider range, where the elegance and sportiness of Polo joins the Trident passion to create this exclusive new line.

The Superb Outdoor - A rugged new look for Skoda’s popular estate
Skoda has boosted the appeal of the award-winning Superb Estate with a new variant designed to offer outstanding grip in the most demanding winter conditions.

Volkswagen Taigun concept
Volkswagen’s latest concept car, the Taigun, has been unveiled at the Sao Paulo motor show, and previews the look of a possible small SUV based on the New Small Family platform, which underpins the award-winning up!.

Jaguar XF wins Car of the Decade award
The Jaguar XF has been awarded Car of the Decade by the Southern Group of Motoring Writers (SGMW), adding to its collection of more than 100 awards. The SGMW is made up of 30 motoring journalists, editors and authors, and the XF was awarded Car of the Decade at an event to mark the group’s 10th Anniversary.

Nissan Extrem: Tough on the streets
The vibrancy, colour and excitement of Brazil has been captured in Nissan EXTREM, a radical concept car aimed squarely at young (and young-at-heart) car enthusiasts keen to make a statement on the roads.