Car News

Maserati GranCabrio to debut at Goodwood Breakfast Club
Maserati’s first ever four-seater convertible – the stunning new GranCabrio – is set to make its UK public debut this coming Sunday, 4th October, at the Goodwood Breakfast Club.

Doran 2009 Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross Champion
Seasoned campaigner Pat Doran is the 2009 Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross champion, having placed the title beyond the reach of his rivals before the final round at Mallory Park on October 18.

Skoda supports extended scrappage scheme
Skoda UK confirmed that it welcomes the government’s announcement extending the scrappage scheme.

APS 250bhp Stage One performance upgrade for Golf GTI
APS of Brackley, is pleased to unveil a new Stage One engine performance upgrade for the MKVI Volkswagen Golf GTi.

Skoda launches free tyre check as part of Tyre Safety Month
Studies have shown that as many as 55% of the UK’s motorists do not know the legal minimum tread depth of their tyres. Skoda retailers across the UK, as part of Tyre Safety Month, are advising customers how to check their tyre tread depths quickly and simply, using a 20 pence piece.

Hyundai stretches to £80,000 with new Equus
The most sophisticated and luxurious Hyundai ever has just been launched in South Korea. The long-wheelbase version of the Equus saloon is the largest and most expensive vehicle in the Hyundai line-up, rivalling the likes of the BMW 7-Series and the Mercedes S-Class.

Seat supports National Tyre Safety Month
SEAT is backing October’s National Tyre Safety Month with free tyre safety checks at participating dealers nationwide.
Gentex SmartBeam offered on new BMW X1
Gentex has announced that it is supplying auto-dimming mirrors with advanced electronic features, including the company's proprietary SmartBeam High-Beam Headlamp Assist system, for the 2010 BMW X1, a compact sport utility vehicle.

UK leader helps scrappage losers beat the crush
Whilst few can deny the Government’s scrappage scheme has given the motoring industry a much needed shot in the arm and even with their recent extension of the scheme, not everyone is smiling.

Outgoing Formula Renault UK car to race in 2010 Protyre series
Renault Sport UK confirmed its plans for the 2010 Protyre Formula Renault BARC Championship following the introduction of the New Formula Renault 2.0 race car to the British championship-level UK series.
Vauxhall to bid farewell to British Touring Cars
An era of British motorsport which dates back over 20 years will be brought to an end this weekend when Vauxhall bids farewell to the British Touring Car Championship.

Nissan global compact car
Nissan has revealed the sketch of its global compact car. This model will be first launched in Thailand in March 2010 and will be available in more than 150 countries.

smart fortwo edition highstyle
The latest addition to the iconic smart fortwo range is certain to live up to its namesake – the edition highstyle.

Autumn finance offers from Suzuki
Suzuki is pleased to announce that its highly competitive 0% APR finance offers available on Swift, Splash, SX4 and Grand Vitara SZ models will continue until the end of this year; enabling customers to take advantage of an easier way to buy a new car either via scrappage or by trading in a more recent model.

Toyota Prius demand set to hot up at Hoval
A leading supplier of renewable-energy heating products is encouraging its drivers to choose Toyota Prius hybrid cars to help reflect the environmentally friendly nature of its business.