Car News

Skoda confirms entry for 2011 Monte-Carlo Rally
IRC Manufacturers’ Champions’, Skoda Motorsport (Factory), has today confirmed its attendance at the 2011 Monte-Carlo Rally (19-22 January), which next year celebrates its 100 year anniversary.

Automatic model joins Mazda2 range
The significantly upgraded Mazda2 model range is now on sale in the UK priced from £9,995 (on-the-road). The nine-strong line-up of three-door and five-door hatchbacks offers customers a choice of three petrol and one diesel powertrains and four generous equipment levels.

Peugeot RCZ powers beyond ‘used car price predictions’
At its inaugural appearance on the used car auction circuit, Peugeot’s award-winning RCZ sports coupé has eased past predicted used prices to achieve an average of 92% of MRRP.
Online warranty helps smart owners stay protected
Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd has further enhanced its relationship with Mondial Assistance UK by including its smart vehicle customers in its online warranty service, giving them reassurance of continued quality warranty cover.

Porsche 944 tops 450 BHP with TD Turbo
A Porsche 944 3 litre, bored and stroked, has been given a magnificent 100% power injection through the combined teamwork of Turbo Dynamics and their partner Perfect Touch.

Audi R8 V10 Spyder - Scottish Drop Top of the Year
The Audi R8 V10 Spyder has been voted Drop Top of the Year by the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers (ASMW) at its annual Scottish Car of the Year Awards, held in St Andrews, Scotland.
Audi A5 named most popular coupé
Everybody loves a coupé, whether it is the sleek body lines, the executive styling or the often sporty performance, a good coupé speaks the language of art and elegance and as such this style of car has proven popular among both private and business motorists throughout history.

Lupinipower’s mad 535bhp Chev SuperUte
South African tuning company LupiniPower has introduced its wild 535bhp Chevrolet SuperUte pick-up.

Proton wins Best Range Extender EV in Future Car Challenge
Malaysian car manufacturer PROTON, which has a franchise portfolio of 101 dealerships throughout the UK, has had cause to celebrate having won the ‘Best Range Extender Electric Vehicle’ category with its Proton Exora Extended Range Electric Vehicle in the inaugural Brighton to London Future Car Challenge.
The end of an era for Citroen’s C4 WRC
With the new World Rally Car regulations coming in for next year, the Citroen C4 WRC will end its career on the Rally Great Britain, the final round of the 2010 FIA World Rally Championship.

Toyota delivers its 20 millionth vehicle in Europe
Toyota is celebrating the delivery of its 20 millionth vehicle in Europe, a landmark reached just 10 years after recording its 10 millionth sale here.

Driving enjoyment begins with a click
Whether working out the exact appearance and specification of their next car, or merely passing time in a ‘new car’ daydream, Mazda UK’s new online Car Configurator gives customers the chance to create their perfect Mazda vehicle.

Ford's success at 2010 Future Car Challenge
The Ford Fiesta Van ECOnetic was 'Most Economic Light Commercial Vehicle', achieving a fuel consumption of 78.6mpg, on the first RAC Future Car Challenge.

Toyota RAV4 EV concept at Los Angeles Auto Show
Toyota will take the wraps off a new electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week, the RAV4 EV Concept.

Skoda signs Andreas Mikkelsen for 2011 IRC
Skoda UK Motorsport is delighted to announce that Andreas Mikkelsen will drive for the team in 2011, contesting the Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC) in a Fabia S2000 Facelift. The 21-year old Norwegian driver will be co-driven by Ola Fløene.