Car News
Ford clears up the risks from frozen car windscreens this winter
Ford is alerting motorists to the hazards which uncleared snow and ice can cause on cars. Drivers risk their car, driving licence and safety by failing to take simple steps to clear their vehicle windscreen in icy weather.
Toyota GT 86 sports car debuts at the Tokyo motor show
The anticipation is over: Toyota’s new GT 86 sports car makes its world debut at the Tokyo motor show on November 30. The compact 2+2 model, one of the most keenly awaited new cars of the coming year, will go on sale in the UK in June 2012.
Mazda regenerative braking system improves fuel economy
Mazda has developed a regenerative braking system for passenger cars capable of improving fuel economy by approximately 10 per cent.
JLS: Driven by Volvo - in latest music video ‘Do You Feel What I Feel?'
Volvo Car UK has teamed up with JLS, one of the UK's biggest boybands, in their newest music video ‘Do You Feel What I Feel?’.
Bentley-approved winter accessories range
With winter just around the corner, Bentley Continental and Mulsanne owners will be able to drive with confidence, whatever the weather.
New Ford Focus receives four Euro NCAP Advanced rewards
The new Ford Focus has become the first ever car to receive four Euro NCAP Advanced safety rewards after its Driver Alert and Forward Alert technologies were honoured this week.
Honda helps keep drivers on the move this winter
Honda drivers can be ready when the cold weather comes thanks to a new winter care programme, which includes a seasonal health check, a full winter service and the opportunity to purchase a pair of tyre snow socks.
Subaru XV scores top 5-star marks in safety test
Subaru has announced that its new “SUBARU XV” has been awarded the highest five-star rating by the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP)* for its 2011 overall safety performance test.
Top Euro NCAP ratings for new Volkswagen up! and Beetle
The overall packages of occupant, child and pedestrian protection and the safety assistance systems installed in the up! and the new generation Beetle have been evaluated by the European consumer protection organisation, Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme), and the results are first-rate: five stars for both new Volkswagen cars.
Rugged Passat Alltrack covers new ground for Volkswagen
Volkswagen has released the first images of the new Passat Alltrack, which is making its world debut at the Tokyo Motor Show next week, ahead of its introduction to the market in early 2012.
New Fiat 500 makes an onstage appearance with Jennifer Lopez
The new Fiat 500 performed alongside Jennifer Lopez during her performance of Papi, at the recent 2011 American Music Awards (AMAs), in Los Angeles.
All-new Ford Focus ST cast as lead car in the Sweeney Movie
Ford's first global performance car will take centre stage next year with a starring role in new film blockbuster The Sweeney.
Aston Martin Racing begins testing the V12 Vantage GT3
Aston Martin Racing began testing its new V12 Vantage GT3 at Brands Hatch in Kent this week, covering almost 1000 kilometres in just two days. The majority of the mileage was conducted by factory driver Darren Turner.
New Mercedes-Benz SL - Less weight, more vision, more sound
Before the year is out, Mercedes-Benz will present a completely redeveloped SL Roadster made for the first time almost entirely from aluminium.
Electric Peugeot iOn lights up Orkney
Peugeot has delivered an iOn to the idyllic islands of Orkney, making it the most northerly all electric car in Britain.