Car News
Vauxhall tops the bill in new police vehicle supply contracts
Vauxhall Motors’ Special Vehicles has been awarded exclusive supply contracts to the Chiltern Transport Consortium and North East region constabularies across six vehicle categories.
Vospers Mazda supports the Devon Air Ambulance Trust
Vospers Mazda Exeter and Mazda UK have donated towards the cost of the first prize of a Mazda2 1.3 petrol TS2 car worth £11,900 to Devon Air Ambulance Trust (DAAT) in support of the charity’s Grand Summer Draw 2011.
Renault launches new 1.6-litre ‘Energy’ dCi 130 engine
Following its world debut at the Paris Motor Show last autumn, Renault is now opening ordering for its new state-of-the-art 1.6-litre 130hp ‘Energy’ diesel engine. Initially available on Dynamique TomTom versions of Scénic and Grand Scénic, pricing starts at £20,900 on-the-road.
Ferrari V8 takes best performance engine accolade
The 4499 cc V8 engine powering the Ferrari 458 Italia has won two categories in the prestigious 2011 International Engine of the Year Awards, taking the accolade of Best Performance Engine as well as winning the Above 4-litre category.
Fiat’s TwinAir dominates International Engine of the Year Awards
The results of the 2011 International Engine of the Year Awards have been announced at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. The global jury, consisting of some of the world’s most respected and popular motoring journalists, voted Fiat’s innovative and diminutive 875cc two-cylinder TwinAir the greatest automotive engine available today!
Saab sales stay in the fast lane
Saab sales continue to build strong momentum, with the number of cars sold in April more than double the volume sold for the same month last year. This impressive uplift reinforces Saab’s position as the fast-growing premium car brand in the UK market.
BMW selects design greats to compete in 2011 Mille Miglia
BMW selected a trio of design greats to compete in this year's Mille Miglia. Head of BMW Group Design Adrian van Hooydonk and Swiss industrial designer Alfredo Häberli took part in the world's most renowned classic car rally in a white BMW 328, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. One of almost 400 participating teams, the duo set out from Brescia in northern Italy on 12 May.
Nissan 370Z GT Edition - a celebration
To celebrate in Nissan’s global success in GT racing and 40 years of Z in the UK a special ‘GT Edition’ is being unleashed. Offering special body colours, unique GT stripes, darkened 19inch RAYS forged alloy wheels and a number of significant suspension and equipment changes.
Honda CR-Z MUGEN images revealed
Honda and MUGEN Euro have revealed the first official photographs of the CR-Z MUGEN - the higher-performance hybrid coupe.
Range Rover Evoque to feature MagneRide ride control technology
The third generation of BWI Group’s MagneRide is entering production on the Range Rover Evoque as its Adaptive Dynamics technology.
Chiltern Transport takes delivery of Mitsubishi i-MiEV
Mitsubishi has announced the delivery of a Mitsubishi i-MiEV to Thames Valley Police, which is the lead authority for Chiltern Transport Consortium.
All-new Zafira Tourer starts UK journey this year
Vauxhall has confirmed that the Zafira Tourer concept, previewed at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, will become a production reality, with first cars in UK showrooms by early 2012.
Alfa Romeo launches iPad app for Alfa Magazine
Alfa Romeo enthusiasts can now get digital and interactive with the revered Italian brand, thanks to the launch of Alfa Romeo UK’s free iPad app version of the newly titled Alfa magazine, formerly known as Feel magazine.
Cobra to supply Renault with NSV Bluetooth Handsfree Systems
Cobra has announced that it is to supply Renault UK with the NSV Bluetooth Handsfree Systems.
Audi builds firm foundations for UK Q3 launch
The new Audi Q3 compact SUV is in good shape to take on the UK following the confirmation this week of keen pricing starting from £24,560 OTR, and the finalization of an impressive equipment list for all versions.