Car News
Chevrolet and OnStar train emergency services for EV technology
In celebration of U.S. National Safety Month, Chevrolet has joined with OnStar and leading national emergency service organizations to announce the first automotive manufacturer-sponsored training program on electric vehicles.
Jaguar XF named best executive car
What Car? Magazine has revealed Jaguar as a leading manufacturer in a UK owner satisfaction survey. Not only has the XF scooped the title of best executive model on its JD Power debut, but the XF finished second overall and helped Jaguar to its position as third out of 27 manufacturers – an improvement of 13 points from 2009.
Mercedes-Benz and smart dealers take the lead on EVs
Mercedes-Benz and smart are preparing for the widespread uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK by beginning the installation of recharging points across their dealer networks.
The world’s most famous car returns to the UK
The world’s most famous car – the Aston Martin DB5 as driven by James Bond in the films Goldfinger and Thunderball – is to make its first appearance for 40 years in the UK at the Midsummer Classic and ThunderBall at Stoke Park Club on the 26th June.
Phase two released of Mitsubishi ASX Challenge
Mitsubishi recently launched the “ASX Challenge Game” to help launch the all-new ASX crossover, which goes on-sale from July 1st this year. The game, designed by Double Fusion, has been a run-away success with over 50,000 people playing in the month since its launch on 19th April.
Audi puts A1 customers in the picture
Followers of the eagerly anticipated Audi A1 compact hatchback are now free to explore miniaturised 3D ‘virtual’ versions of the car in near ‘photo real’ quality in Audi Centres across the country, and even at home, long before the first full size cars hit showrooms.
Nissan launches new Approved Bodyshop Programme
Whether your Nissan has a scratch, a scrape or is in need of a more serious repair, it’s always a good idea to hand it over to the experts.
Jeff Koons' BMW Art Car unveiled in Paris
At the premiere of the 17th BMW Art Car Jeff Koons unveiled and signed his car in front of 300 international VIP guests on June 1 in the Centre Pompidou, one of the world’s most prestigious cultural institutions for modern and contemporary art. It is the same place where Roy Lichtenstein back in 1977 first presented and signed his Art Car.
Mazda to participate in the “Le Mans into the Future”
Mazda is returning to this year’s 24 Hour of Le Mans, which it won in 1991 in the first and only rotary-engine race car, with another revolutionary vehicle.
Seven reasons to go from road to track
Hire a Caterham Seven for either the day or a weekend and you could find yourself on one of the UK’s leading racetracks.
Porsche offers two-year warranty on Approved Used cars
Porsche is boosting customer peace of mind by extending the warranty on its Approved Used cars to two years from June 1.
Iconic Range Rover turns 40
The Range Rover will celebrate its 40th birthday on 17 June, 2010. One of the most significant vehicles in the history of motoring, the Range Rover was the world's first vehicle as good on-road as off-road.
James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 to be auctioned
PAY ATTENTION, BOND FANS! RM Auctions announces the consignment of one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century – the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 James Bond movie car – to its annual ‘Automobiles of London’ event at the Battersea Evolution in London on 27th October, where it is available for sale for the first time in history and expected to achieve in excess of $5 million.
The Vauxhall Collective 2010
Vauxhall Motors is proud to announce new members of the Vauxhall Collective for 2010, one of the most ambitious commercially-funded creative support schemes in the UK.
Free Nokia 5230 Sat Nav for new customers in June
From today, Peugeot retail customers who order new cars this month will receive a complimentary Nokia 5230 smartphone along with free Sat Nav.