Car News
The 21st Century Beetle - world debut on three continents
In just a few weeks, Volkswagen will write another chapter in the history of an automotive icon. On 18 April, the latest iteration of the Beetle will be showcased to the public – and with spectacular world debut staging.
TV country chef Mike Robinson becomes Isuzu brand ambassador
TV chef and presenter Mike Robinson has become a Brand ambassador for Isuzu after several years as an owner of the highly regarded pick-ups.
Honda lays down Have A Go challenge at BTCC
As part of its Gold sponsorship of WorldSkills London 2011, Honda (UK) and the Honda Racing Team from the 2011 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship will, along with other sponsors and partners to WorldSkills London 2011, be laying down a challenge to spectators and the wider BTCC fraternity to Have A Go at a variety of activities which have their roots in vocational skills.
SuperUte - no April fool
South African tuning company LupiniPower was delighted to learn of BMW M toying with the idea of a BMW M3 Pickup – even if that vehicle was rather dubiously premiered on April Fool’s Day.
Range Rover Evoque pricing to start from under £30,000
Land Rover has announced that new Range Rover Evoque prices in the UK will start from £27,955 for an eD4 Pure 5-door 6 Speed manual 2WD model. The 4WD equivalent is priced at £28,705.
Toyota Hybrid Challenge - how low can you go?
Rising prices have made fuel economy a hot topic, so it’s perfect timing for Toyota to be promoting the benefits of its hybrids – present and future.
Ford's chocolate-inspired weight saving technology
In their never-ending quest to reduce weight and therefore emissions and fuel use, Ford's engineers have taken inspiration from the Aero chocolate bar to produce lighter plastic parts by injecting gas bubbles during manufacturing.
Brands new record for Plato
Silverline Chevrolet driver Jason Plato has become the most prolific winner ever in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship, smashing Andy Rouse’s record of 60 victories in an amazing afternoon of action at Brands Hatch.
Vauxhall certified one of Britain’s top employers
Vauxhall Motors was announced one of the Top Employers in Britain for 2011 by the Corporate Research Foundation (CRF) Institute.
Vauxhall MasterFit’s inflation-busting Summer Safety Check
Vauxhall MasterFit’s Summer Safety check brings an early ray of sunshine to value-driven motorists.
Vauxhall MasterFit online service booking available nationally
The success of Vauxhall MasterFit’s online service booking pilot programme in 2010 has led to its introduction across the national network.
Isuzu focuses on business users at CV Show
Japanese pick-up manufacturer, Isuzu, will be displaying its in-demand, truck-tough Rodeo range at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, between 12 and 14 April at Birmingham’s NEC.
Citroen DS3 celebrates first birthday in style
Citroen DS3 owners from across Europe are preparing to come together to join the celebrations this Saturday, 2 April, as the multi-award winning DS3 celebrates its first year on sale with a special event at the Ferté Gaucher circuit near Paris.
Honda Racing's assault on the BTCC begins
The 2011 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship blasts into life at Brands Hatch this weekend and Honda Racing drivers Matt Neal and Gordon Shedden can't wait to launch their campaign for glory.
Volkswagen hits the road to get the nation Thinking Blue
Volkswagen is set to take to the road for the next six months, visiting a number of shows and exhibitions with its BlueMotion Technology products, encouraging the nation to ‘Think Blue’ and find out about the latest innovations which help cut the cost of motoring by making every drop of fuel take you further.