Car News

Aston Martin targets Le Mans with new race car
Aston Martin will return to the legendary Le Mans 24 Hour race in 2011 with a new LMP1 race car designed to compete for top honours.

How much does your lifestyle cost? Find out with Volkswagen
Volkswagen has launched the latest stage in its ‘Unbelievable Value’ campaign with a new microsite designed to illustrate the true cost of everyday living over a lifetime and how looking beyond the initial price tag and making small changes can lead to dramatic financial gains over the long-term.

Mazda grabs its largest slice of Scottish market in August
Mazda enjoyed a bumper August in Scotland with Mazda2 making it into the top ten sales chart and Mazda6 taking a record share of the retail market. The company took 4.9 percent of the Scottish market, a record for any August and only just short of the all-time high of 5 percent recorded in December 2009.

Mazda achieves new sales milestone in August
Mazda, the brand that dealers love to represent, hit a new market share milestone in August.

Two millionth Mazda6 comes off the line
Mazda has announced that the cumulative global production volume of the Mazda6 reached two million units at the end of August 2010.

Skoda Octavias added to Autohorn fleet
Autohorn, the North Yorkshire-based fleet and hire car company, has added 50 Skoda Octavia vRS to its offering in a bid to attract a younger, more image-conscious customer base.

MINI rocks sonoro - Limited edition Internet radio
MINI has been working closely with German manufacturer of design audio products sonoro audio. The two brands synonymous with outstanding design and state-of-the-art technology enjoy massive popularity among the post-modern target group.

Toyota Avensis BTCC images released
First images of the Toyota Avensis Next Generation Touring Car (NGTC) have been released, revealing the racing concept that will make its track debut in the final round of this year’s Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship.

Sir Stirling Moss to drive i-MiEV at Start Eco Car spectacular
British motor racing legend, Sir Stirling Moss, is to drive a Mitsubishi i-MiEV in the Start Eco Car Spectacular on Sunday 12th September. The event, hosted on The Mall, London, is part of HRH The Prince of Wales’ sustainability initiative ‘Start’, which will present positive steps to leading a sustainable lifestyle.

Honda supports Tour of Britain
Honda’s sponsorship of the Tour of Britain professional cycling race continues this weekend, as the most-watched sporting event in the UK begins in Rochdale on Saturday 11 September.

Proton offers free dual controls for driving instructors
Proton Cars has announced free He-Man dual controls worth £500 for ADI-registered driving instructors purchasing a new Satria Neo.

Peugeot 508 with e-HDi Stop & Start technology
Due for UK launch in the spring of 2011, the new Peugeot 508 will be available in two complementary body styles: a Saloon with a length of 4.79 m and an SW 4.81 m.

Ferrari Virtual Academy
Ferrari’s first online virtual simulator is revealed today: the Ferrari Virtual Academy, which makes its press début on the occasion of the Italian Grand Prix in the paddock of Scuderia Ferrari.

New Skoda retailer for Aylesbury
Hughes Skoda in Aylesbury, previously an established approved repairer, has boosted its Skoda offering in the area after launching their new retailer in the town.

Nissan Townpod concept to debut at Paris Motor Show
At the forthcoming Paris Motor Show, Nissan will be unveiling for the first time a concept vehicle that offers insight into how Nissan could expand its portfolio of zero-emission vehicles. Called Townpod, the concept combines eye-catching design with a spacious and practical interior.