Car News
MINI Pimlico
Following the success of the MINI Graphite Special Edition in 2009/2010, a new MINI Hatch special edition will go on sale in the UK for 12 months from March 2011.
MINI Clubman Hampton
The MINI Clubman Hampton is painted in Reef Blue Metallic, a colour specially developed for this edition, with black roof and rear door surrounds.
New MINI Sport Pack
The John Cooper Works models have long offered the pinnacle of MINI performance and excitement for sport-oriented drivers. From April 2011 a Sports Pack, closely aligned to the JCW models is available for all models of the MINI Hatch and Convertible to enhance exterior and interior individual style and offer more dynamic driving responses.
MINI Cooper S...with D
The MINI Cooper S name first graced the classic Mini back in 1963 and during the ensuing 48 years it has consistently been feted as the ultimate performance Mini, having won the Monte Carlo rally three times and countless other races and rallies around the globe.
New chapter starts for award-winning Hyundai i10
Hyundai has comprehensively updated its award-winning i10 city car range. The range-wide update – which goes on sale 1st March – marks the arrival of Hyundai’s first sub-100g/km Blue model, along with specification and design upgrades for the rest of the line-up.
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition with 320 hp
The Porsche Boxster S Black Edition combines the timeless appeal of the classic open-roofed roadster with a powerful engine and dramatic styling. Just 987 will be available worldwide, each one finished in black and with a range of special features that accentuate the driving dynamics and muscular appearance of the two-seater sportscar.
Jaguar C-X75 scoops Louis Vuitton Award in Paris
The Jaguar C-X75 was last night awarded the Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award 2010 by a panel of luminaries from the worlds of design, fashion and luxury.
Mazda’s high-value 2011 ‘Takuya’ models on sale
Following on from the success of the ‘Takuya Special Edition Range’ introduced in mid-2010 for a limited period, Mazda is launching five 2011 ‘Takuya’ models across the Mazda2, Mazda3 and Mazda6 line-ups with a total production volume of 3894 units.
Superchips boosts the Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi
Frugal, stylish and sharp to drive, it’s no surprise that the Mk VII Ford Fiesta is Britain’s best selling car. Yet with a mere 88 bhp on tap from the popular 1.6 TDCi variant (raised to 95 bhp on March 2010 onwards versions) few would ever call it pacy or exciting.
Care for your Cayenne with a complimentary Porsche check
First launched in 2003, the Cayenne has since become the most successful Porsche in terms of worldwide sales. To celebrate the popularity of its most versatile model, Porsche is holding complimentary service clinics across the country on March 5, to ensure that the car’s exceptional performance continues to delight its drivers both on and off the road.
New Astra model trumps key rivals for kit, value and warranty
A new model joins Vauxhall’s Astra range today, which squarely targets similarly-priced five-door hatch rivals from Ford and VW by offering levels of standard equipment and trim not usually seen outside the options list.
Cruze-flash! New model to hatch at Geneva
With both the British and World Touring Car Championship titles in its armoury, the Cruze is already a winner – and at the Geneva Motor Show, Chevrolet will pull the wraps off the variant that will bring it even greater success in the sales charts.
Ford makes life sweeter in February
Ford customers will earn a little more from participating Ford dealers in February, with double Nectar points available on MOTs and servicing for the first time.
Big savings on small cars
The January VAT rise may have added extra costs to buying a new car but Kia can save the cost conscious motorist more than 20%.
iPhone App brings Honda TV campaign to life
Honda continues its tradition of creating ground-breaking advertising campaigns by introducing, for the first time ever, an App with the functionality to enable users to ‘play’ with a commercial using a mobile phone, in real time.