Car News
Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4 U-Connect performance ECU
Hugely popular in the UK and Europe thanks to it’s on road driving prowess and four wheel drive capabilities, Unichip Europe is delighted to announce the launch of a ‘U-Connect’ plug and play performance ECU upgrade for the 2.2-litre Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4.
Ford clear UK market leader
Ford's leadership of the UK vehicle market in August confirmed the customer appeal of the company's vehicle range heading into September. Sales are boosted in September by the registration plate change.
Citroen sponsors NSPCC Country House Car Boot Sale
Citroen will be title sponsor of the NSPCC’s 2010 ‘Country House Car Boot’ - an innovative, biennial event that encourages country house owners, landed gentry and celebrities to part with their unwanted antiques and heirlooms in aid of the charity.
Lexus CT 200h achieves aerodynamic excellence
The aerodynamic quality of the new Lexus CT 200h is fundamental not only to supporting the efficiency of its full hybrid powertrain, but also to the quality of its handling, ride comfort and stability at high speed.
Kia recalls some Soul and Sorento models
Kia is recalling a small number of Soul and new Sorento models in order to deal with a door wiring issue.
M appeal ready to seduce bored Brits
UK prices and specifications are confirmed for the Infiniti M30d, Europe’s newest, boldest and most individual high performance diesel saloon.
New Bentley Continental GT
For Crewe’s design and engineering teams, the new Continental GT coupe is an opportunity to set a bold and exciting direction for one of Bentley’s most revered names – the Continental.
Alfaholics new Pipercross performance air filter
Alfaholics, the hugely respected Alfa Romeo specialist has joined forces with filtration expert Pipercross to produce a bespoke air filter for all 1968 -1982 105 series cars. It fits directly into the standard airbox, as a direct replacement for the OEM part, improving airflow and therefore performance.
Citroen Survolt in action at the Start Eco Car spectacular
Citroen’s Survolt all-electric racing car concept will make its dynamic UK debut as part of The Prince of Wales’ Start Eco Car Spectacular, which will be held on The Mall, in the shadow of Buckingham Palace, on Sunday 12th September, 2010.
Peugeot shines through in a damp August
Peugeot has continued its strong 2010 sales performance in August, bucking the trend in a month as disappointing for its car sales as it was for its weather.
New Ford C-MAX and Grand C-MAX prices announced
Ford's all-new C-MAX will go on sale in the UK in October, priced from £16,745. Both the sporty but spacious five-seater and the Grand, a versatile seven-seater, come with a simplified two-series line-up – Zetec and Titanium. Prices start from £16,745 for the C-MAX Zetec and £18,745 for the C-MAX Grand Zetec.
Jaguar XJ wins Professional Driver Car of the Year award
The exciting new Jaguar XJ has won the prestigious 2010 Car of the Year award from Professional Driver magazine, rating it as the top car for Britain’s chauffeurs and Private Hire drivers.
Ford backs Royal British Legion "Pedal to Paris" challenge
Ford support vehicles helped 300 cyclists including football's Graham Taylor and the Royal British Legion's President Sir John Kiszely 'Pedal to Paris'. Setting off from Greenwich Park in London on Thursday, they rode almost 300 miles, crossing the Champs Elysee finish line yesterday.
Jaguar celebrates best August sales in two years
August sales figures reveal that Jaguar sales in the UK up 45 per cent year to date and 74 per cent versus August 2009.
Toyota Prius matches Biesse green project
The new generation of woodworking machinery made by Biesse UK makes deep cuts in energy consumption and CO2 emissions - as do the latest additions to the company’s car fleet, six top-of-the-range Toyota Prius T Spirit hatchbacks with Hybrid Synergy Drive.