Car News
Nissan LEAF European prices announced
Nissan have announced that the all-electric Nissan LEAF will be priced at under 30,000 Euros (25,641 Pounds) after incentives in most of its European launch markets – about the same as a comparably-equipped diesel or hybrid vehicle.
One-two three finish for Scirocco with Bio Natural Gas
With production-based and, at the same time, innovative technology mastered the world’s hardest circuit race: In front of 220,000 spectators Volkswagen clinched a one-two-three podium lockout in the class for cars with alternative power in the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring.
Subaru backs female eventing’s rising star
Emily Llewellyn, the UK’s top young female eventer and London 2012 Olympic hopeful, has become an official Subaru Brand Ambassador.
Audi R8 LMS wins again at Nurburgring
The Audi R8 LMS remains as best in class in the 24-hour race on the Nurburgring-Nordschleife: Also during its second outing in the "green hell", the world’s longest and toughest race track, the mid-engine sportscar crossed the finish line as winner of the GT3 class (SP9).
Aston Martin triumphs over adversity at Nurburgring
Aston Martin triumphed over adversity in the closing hours of the 38th ADAC Nurburgring 24-hour race in Germany after encountering a number of challenges in a highly eventful final quarter of the race.
Golf GTI Excessive - Lower, wider and sharper
To mark the annual Wörthersee Show in Austria, Volkswagen has honed the Golf GTI to create a new concept.
Mercedes-Benz Test Day’s star cars, vans and trucks
If you haven’t yet experienced a drive in the stunning Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet or, the recently awarded ‘Truck of the Decade’ the Mercedes-Benz Actros, this year’s SMMT Test Day will provide the ideal opportunity.
The 2010 Lexus GS 450h
Lexus has introduced a series of styling, technical and equipment revisions that further strengthen the full hybrid GS 450h’s appeal in the premium saloon market. It has rationalised the model line-up into two equipment grades – SE and SE-L – and introduced new exterior colour choices, alloy wheel designs and interior trims.
Toyota Prius for Land and Water
No, Toyota’s popular hybrid hatchback hasn’t gone amphibious - Land & Water Services Ltd is part of a group that specialises in civil engineering projects on, in or near the UK’s inland and estuarial waters.
Alfa Brera and Spider with new engines and added style
Alfa Romeo UK has recently introduced its new 200 bhp 1750 TBi petrol and the 170 bhp 2.0 JTDM diesel engines to the head-turning Alfa Brera coupé and Alfa Spider convertible range, following the unveiling of the powerplants in the Alfa 159 range late last year.
Fords win double CAP awards
The Ford Focus has claimed overall 'Used Car of the Decade' and Ford Ka has been voted 'Small Car of the Decade' by CAP – the UK’s independent used car pricing experts.
Lexus and Gazoo Racing compete at Nurburgring 24h race
Playing a key role in helping to finalise the development of the LFA before it enters production in December, the gruelling 24h race offers Lexus and Gazoo Racing the unique opportunity to not only foster the peerless quality, durability and reliability by pushing cutting-edge technology to the extremes of mechanical endurance
Honda Mileage Marathon winner beats official mpg figure
The winner of Honda’s Mileage Marathon challenge for fleet drivers recorded an average of 63.6mpg in a Honda Insight, beating the official economy figure of 61.4 mpg (combined).
Porsche 911 lines up for Nurburgring 24 Hours marathon
Porsche takes to the starting line for the Nurburging 24 Hours race this weekend (May 15/16) with a powerful line-up of 911 race cars from diverse backgrounds.
Chrysler appoints seven new dealerships to UK network
Chrysler is delighted to announce the appointment of seven new dealerships to its UK network.