Car News
Soaring September sales smash Toyota records
The September plate change has seen records tumble at Toyota in its sales and market share performance both for the month and financial quarter achieving a string of new records.
Delphi further strengthens chassis range
Delphi is further strengthening its Chassis portfolio, which includes Braking, Steering and Suspension products, by recently introducing nearly 620 new part numbers with plans for an additional 350 new part numbers by year end.
Ford surpasses September market surge
Ford car sales were up by over 22 per cent in September, compared with the same month in 2008. This is twice the size of the market increase after a busy month of new "59" plate and "scrappage" registrations.
Suzuki Alto comes up trumps in MPG Marathon
Suzuki’s latest addition to the model range, the Alto, took part in the 2009 MPG Marathon last week and achieved some spectacular results.
Toyota to unveil new sports car and EV concepts
Great to own and fun-to-drive: those are the guiding principles behind a new Toyota sports car concept that will break cover for the first time at the Tokyo motor show later this month.
New Polo range expands
Shortly before the first new Polo models are delivered to customers, the three-door version has become available to order. This not only provides more choice but also increases the possibility of Polo ownership to a wider audience as the entry-level price is now reduced to £9,435 (OTR RRP).
Seat Ibiza Ecomotive sets new economy record
The super-frugal SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive has once again proved its green credentials by clocking up astonishing average fuel economy of more than 120 miles to the gallon on a mammoth 1,186-mile tour of 12 European countries.
Peugeot September retail sales up 18%
In a challenging market Peugeot saw its retail sales increase by 18% last month compared to September 2008. The increase was due to strong performances in September from the Peugeot 207 (up 9%) and the Peugeot 308 (up 17%).
Sizzling September sales for Nissan
A sunny September has left Nissan dealers with a healthy glow, as sales from Britain’s biggest car manufacturer led to its biggest market share for 6 years!
Preventable accidents - a technical solution
Rear end collisions during daylight hours are one of the most common vehicle accidents. Studies have shown that in almost a third of these collisions the driver does not hit the brakes, or, if he does with insufficient force!
More records smashed for Hyundai in September
Hyundai dealers should be celebrating after beating the company’s best ever annual sales total and selling more cars in a single month than ever before.
Kia records best-ever month in September
With sales reaching 9,772 in September Kia Motors (UK) Ltd., has hit a new record for the brand in any European market.
Mazda3 MPS storms eco field
In a phenomenal display of high-powered, yet highly-efficient capability, an all-new Mazda3 MPS, driven by motoring journalist Iain Robertson, with his co-driver Rob Marshall, topped the table in the ALD/Total Excellium/Fleet World MPG Marathon 2009.
Mitsubishi i MiEV Electric Vehicle of the Year
The all-electric Mitsubishi i MiEV city car scooped Electric Vehicle of the Year sponsored by EDF Energy at the GreenFleet awards ceremony, on 1st October at the Guildhall, London.
Mitsubishi i MiEV City Car helps Police Forces
The all-electric i MiEV city car is now helping Police Forces across the UK to crack down on crime whilst cracking down on CO2 emissions.