Car News
Fiat MultiJet 1.3 16v engines exceed 4 million production run
The four millionth 1.3 16v MultiJet engine left the Fiat Powertrain plant in Bielsko Biala, Poland, on Friday 4 February.
Bond gives Bentley Carte Blanche
Bond is back, and as ever he is sporting the best in luxury cars. In the pages of Carte Blanche, the new James Bond book by international best-selling author Jeffery Deaver, the fictional British spy has continued with his classic preference of luxury sports car by selecting the breathtaking new Bentley Continental GT as his transport of choice.
Dream made reality for winner of stunning Subaru WRX STI
Subaru UK, in conjunction with PistonHeads.com, has given away a brand-new four-door WRX STI as part of an attention-grabbing online competition.
Nissan ESFLOW
Nissan has a reputation for creating some of the most exhilarating sports cars on the market. Nissan has also developed the world’s first practical Zero Emission family car, the Nissan LEAF.
Nissan Europe unveils its Signature Racing move
Nissan has announced an exclusive two-year official partnership with Signature Racing, part of the France-based Signature Group. The agreement brings together Nissan and Signature on the race track in the new Intercontinental Le Mans Cup (ILMC), with Nissan providing the team its NISMO tuned VK45V8 engines for the LMP2 class.
Range Rover Autobiography Ultimate Edition
The new Range Rover Autobiography Ultimate Edition, a hand-finished exclusive addition, will make its debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.
Fleets take delivery of new LPG-powered Mazdas
Mazda has seen an increase in Mazda6 sales to UK fleets who intend to convert the car to liquefied petroleum gas with the expectation of significantly more orders in the pipeline.
Skoda grows 26.4% in January
It has been strong start to the new year for Skoda Auto with 68,400 units sold. The Czech manufacturer’s sales rose 26.4% in January of 2011 when compared to the previous year (January 2010: 54,100 sold units). The Fabia (30% increase) and Superb (80% increase) have seen a surge in demand.
Saab appoints new Ayrshire dealership
Saab GB is pleased to announce the appointment of a new dealership in Ayrshire. Situated on the Doonfoot Road, Park’s Saab opens for business on the 8 February 2011. Taking over from County Saab, Park’s Saab will offer the full range of Saab vehicles as well as providing full servicing facilities, MOT testing and an extensive after sales department supplying parts and accessories.
New Antara enters UK SUV market at under £20k
With a refreshed exterior design, new engines, revised chassis settings and an upgraded interior, the Vauxhall Antara combines off-road flair with practicality for the 2011 model year.
Honda announces Pioneer as main sponsor for BTCC season
Honda (UK) has announced that Pioneer, the global audio/video and electronics firm, will be the main sponsor behind Honda Racing Team's assault on the 2011 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC).
Nissan begins construction of Portuguese battery plant
Nissan has begun construction of a state-of-the-art, advanced lithium-ion battery plant in Cacia, Portugal to support the rollout of electric vehicles from the Renault-Nissan Alliance in Europe.
Photos of all-new Kia Rio released
Kia Motors has revealed the first photos of the next generation Rio, to be unveiled at Geneva Motorshow alongside the all new Picanto.
Owen Developments selected by MINI Challenge
Owen Developments Ltd, UK forced induction specialists and official turbo supplier to both the British Touring Car Championship and the FIA Formula 2 Championship, has announced a new technical partnership with the UK’s long running MINI Challenge series.
All-new Ford Focus on first public display
Essex shoppers will get the UK's first public glimpse of the new Ford Focus when it goes on display at Lakeside next week.