Car News
SsangYong Korando crossover arrives in the UK
At approximately 15.45 BST (British Summer Time) on Wednesday, the m/v Faust - one of the world’s largest car carriers - made fast to the harbour wall at Royal Portbury Docks, Avonmouth, and shortly afterwards began to unload her cargo of SsangYong Korando cars.
Even more MUGEN power for Honda Civic Type R
One of the most exclusive and explosive hot hatches of recent years has been given an extra dose of MUGEN power.
Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package posts fastest time in Nordschleife
The proof is in the driving: the Lexus LFA, equipped with the Nürburgring Package of aerodynamic and handling enhancements, has conquered the famous German race track from which it takes its name with a new fastest lap for a current, regular production car.
All-electric A2 concept boosts Audi charge to Frankfurt
A highly-charged atmosphere is guaranteed on the Audi stand at the 2011 Frankfurt Show as the futuristic A2 concept is confirmed as the third all-electric Audi design study to take the limelight for the Vorsprung durch Technik brand.
Skoda gears up for The Tour of Britain
Skoda UK has announced a major new sponsorship deal with The Tour of Britain, which will see the car manufacturer take ownership of the King of the Mountains Jersey, as well as becoming The Tour’s Official Car Partner.
Cleaner new Honda Insight revealed
Honda will unveil a cleaner, higher quality Insight hybrid at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
C-X16 production concept redefines Jaguar sports cars
Jaguar has released details of the C-X16 concept ahead of its world debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Hyundai reveals first image of new-generation i30
Hyundai has revealed the first photo of the new-generation i30, ahead of the car’s world premiere at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) next week, showing an exciting new look for the company’s best-selling C-segment hatchback.
Race is on as fastest hybrid goes on sale
The world’s fastest accelerating hybrid, the reigning Formula One World Champion, his team-mate, and the demanding Nürburgring Nordschleife all come together to mark the start of European sales of the Infiniti M35h. Yes, it’s a race.
Fiat 500byGucci strips off
As a result of the interest attracted by Fiat’s 500byGucci model – 3000 pre-orders logged on the 500bygucci.com website and requests from all over the world – Fiat and Gucci are now introducing a cabriolet version – the Fiat 500CbyGucci.
The new Volvo XC90 - updates to a motoring icon
In its ninth year of production, Volvo have announced further refinements to the both the exterior and interior of its premium SUV, the Volvo XC90. The XC90 continues to be a great sales success, having its most successful year ever in 2010.
BMW 730Ld is the Professional Driver Chauffeur Car of Choice
The BMW 730Ld Saloon has been crowned Car of the Year at the Professional Driver Car of the Year Awards 2011, while also taking the title of Chauffer Car of the Year. Not to be outdone, the BMW 530d Gran Turismo retained its title of Executive Car of the Year for the second year in a row.
Ford reveals Europe's most efficient non-hybrid family car
Ford has announced plans to bring ultra-fuel efficient versions of the Ford Focus and Ford Fiesta to Europe in mid-2012 as part of a broader strategy to roll out more green technologies across its line-up under the ECOnetic Technology badge.
Toyota presents new Avensis and Prius family at Frankfurt Show
Toyota will present several new models at this year’s Frankfurt motor show next week (13 September), with world premieres for both the new Avensis and the new Prius family of full hybrid models.
Renault on a charge at EcoVelocity
The first arrivals from Renault’s Z.E. family are nearly here and eager buyers and showgoers in general will get the first chance to get up close and even drive the eagerly-awaited fully-electric Fluence Z.E. saloon at a public show for the first time at EcoVelocity, 8th to 11th September at Battersea Power Station.