Car News
Renault’s lowest CO2 emitting production car
Behind the scenes, the development of several of Renault’s electric vehicles continues relentlessly ahead of their launch in 2011.
Bentley showcases Mulsanne and Series 51 GTC at Detroit
Bentley Motors, the only ultra-luxury manufacturer with a stand alone display at this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit, pulled the wraps off the all-new Bentley Mulsanne flagship sedan and ‘Series 51’ designer edition of the Continental GTC convertible during the vehicles’ first motor show debut in The Americas.
Volkswagen Group reports delivery record for 2009
The Volkswagen Group set a new delivery record in 2009, topping the prior-year figure. A total of 6.29 (2008: 6.23; +1.1 percent) million vehicles were delivered to customers.
SsangYong’s January blues breakers
If you’re quick, you can beat the snow and ice, the VAT increase and get free auto transmission on selected SsangYong 4wd models – but only until the end of the month.
Nissan rounds off 2009 with strong fleet sales performance
Nissan has completed a successful 2009 by growing its share of the fleet sales market from 3.5 to 4.0%, when the overall market fell by 20.5% (227,707 cars).
Toyota FT-CH: A dedicated compact hybrid concept
Toyota unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.
Citroen C-Zero to premiere at Brussels Motor Show
C-ZERO, Citroen’s new all-electric four-seater city car, is to make its world show premiere at the 88th European Motor Show in Brussels later this month - alongside 25 other models from Citroen’s award-winning range.
Briton to lead Kia’s European sales push
Kia Motors Europe has announced the appointment of Bernard Bradley as Vice President Sales, as the company continues to add new resources and strength to its sales organisation in Europe.
Volkswagen unveil Compact Coupe
Volkswagen has unveiled the New Compact Coupe, a concept that delivers the seemingly contradictory mix of a petrol-engined, practical, performance-orientated coupe with extraordinary economy and sub-100 g/km CO2 emissions.
Your fashion passport to Paris
Think about Paris, and your mind may wander to the Eiffel Tower, The Champs-Elysee, croissants and café culture.
Get fit for the ski slopes with Graham Bell
The snow is falling in the mountains and the skiing season has begun. If you like skiing - or are just starting then you have probably put some effort into preparing for your trip by finding out where to go, what the conditions are like and what kind of new gear you need.
Isuzu wraps up the south with MC Group
MC Group Limited, one of the south’s largest commercial vehicle suppliers, has taken on the Isuzu Rodeo pick-up franchise and will offer the robust models through its extensive chain of outlets.
Skoda and Guy Wilks team up for IRC
Skoda UK Motorsport will enter a Fabia Super 2000 for Guy Wilks and co-driver Phil Pugh on the 2010 Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC).
Dakar Subaru rolls on Evo Corse Wheels
This year’s gruelling Dakar Rally will test machinery to its absolute limit. A Subaru Forester, prepared by South American Subaru agent Barattero Motorsport Group will compete in the 2010 event and the team has turned to Evo Corse to provide its ultra-string and durable Dakar race wheel in 16” fitment.
Chrysler transforms powertrain strategy
Chrysler Group is revamping its powertrain lineup with technology that will contribute to an overall fuel-efficiency improvement of more than 25 percent during the 2010-2014 period.