Car News
Lexus LFA to take on the ‘ring
Lexus is heading back to the legendary Nürburgring this spring to challenge for glory in the 24 Hours endurance race with its LFA supercar.
Nissan Murano now available in diesel
Since its European introduction in autumn 2008, the second generation Murano has occupied a unique place in the premium Crossover market – combining cutting edge design, a premium on-board ambiance and easy, enjoyable performance.
Bentley Mulsanne – The art of colour
Exacting standards of craftsmanship and technology are employed by Bentley’s body assembly team to create the new Mulsanne’s distinctive, hand-crafted ‘hewn from solid’ appearance.
New fleet of branded BMWs for Badger Holdings
Badger Holdings, parent company to Townends and Regents Estate Agents, dot financial services, Tyser Greenwood Surveyors and INEX property solutions, have signed a new contract with Lombard to provide an efficient, cost-effective solution for its high-profile fleet of liveried BMWs.
Nissan Thailand announces start of production for all-new March (Micra)
Nissan Motor (Thailand) today celebrated the start of production for the all-new Nissan March (Micra in UK), a global compact vehicle.
Toyota’s Polar Hilux to appear at the Outdoors Show 2010
Toyota’s Polar Hilux, the mighty machine driven by Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson and James May to the magnetic North Pole, is to go on display at the 2010 Outdoors Show.
Harris to drive alongside Röhrl at Nürburgring 24 Hours Race
Porsche ambassador and test driver - and double World Rally Champion - Walter Röhrl will compete in the Nürburgring 24 hour race in Germany on May 15/16 in a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and British motoring journalist and race driver Chris Harris will be joining the German motor sport legend in the Porsche factory-supported team.
BMW Group posts positive earnings for 2009
The BMW Group recorded positive earnings for the financial year 2009 as planned despite the ongoing worldwide financial and economic crisis. Profit before tax rose by 17.7% to euro 413 million (2008: euro 351 million).
12 Hours of Sebring Peugeot on the Le Mans trail
For the third year running, Team Peugeot Total will be travelling to the United States to use the punishing 12 Hours of Sebring as part of its preparations for its main objective in 2010: a repeat of last June’s win in the Le Mans 24 Hours.
Citroen celebrates 40 years of the SM
Citroen’s high performance coupe, the SM, is celebrating its 40th birthday. The luxury sports tourer, an alliance between Citroen and Maserati, was first unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on 11th March 1970 - 40 years ago today.
Capacity entry for 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup GB
Following unprecedented competitor demand, the 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup GB is now full, with a 28-car entry confirmed for the first time in the history of the category.
Pal Kiss on fine form at Silverstone test
Atech GP’s Tama’s Pa’l Kiss headed the timesheets during the second official pre-season test for the Michelin Formula Renault UK Championship at Silverstone National circuit on Tuesday, 9th March.
Toyota UK employees to return to full-time working
Toyota Manufacturing UK has announced that its employees at Burnaston, Derbyshire & Deeside, North Wales will return to full time working from April 1st 2010.
Kia survey names Surrey UK pothole capital
Surrey has been named as the pothole capital of the UK in new research. The county has topped the league table of regions most blighted by damaged road surfaces, with some 1,998 potholes afflicting Surrey’s 450,000 motorists.
Record February sales for Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius February sales total of 538 units serves as further proof that UK motorists have faith in Toyota quality and reliability and acknowledge the real-world benefits delivered by Hybrid Synergy Drive.