Car News
Nissan asks which 4x4 are you?
It used to be “want, want, want” where 4x4s were concerned. Now it’s “need, need, need”. And in this new needs-based market one 4x4 company ticks all the right boxes – and now has the website to prove it.
Petit Le Mans is Le Mans preparation for Audi
The countdown for the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours is underway. In preparation for the sports car highlight of the year, Audi Sport Team Joest will contest the U.S. endurance classic "Petit Le Mans" at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) on September 26 with two Audi R15 TDI cars.
Scorpion system for Mitsibishi Colt CZT
Extraction masters Scorpion have released their latest design, a superb looking cat-back system for the increasingly popular Mitsibishi Colt CZT.
Scrappage Scheme effects on aftermarkets
Launched with much hype during the height of the recession when the motor vehicle industry was experiencing the most difficult of times, the end of the Government scrappage scheme is almost upon us.
Toyota iQ puts on the style at Frankfurt
Diminutive but distinctive, Toyota’s iQ is capturing the spotlight at the Frankfurt motor show with two bold new design studies that further prove responsible, sub-100g/km motoring doesn’t have to be dull.
Car industry calls for Scrappage Scheme extension
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has written to business secretary Lord Mandelson urging government to extend the successful scrappage incentive scheme which has helped boost consumer spending and secure UK jobs in the motor industry.
New Formula Renault 2.0 car gets green light
Renault Sport UK have confirmed the New Formula Renault 2.0 race car is to make its competitive debut at the start of the 2010 Michelin Formula Renault UK Championship.
The Bugatti 16 C Galibier concept
As the climax of its centenary celebration ceremonies, Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. presented customers and opinion-makers with the Bugatti 16 C Galibier concept, intended to be the most exclusive, elegant, and powerful four door automobile in the world last weekend in Molsheim.
Full hybrid Lexus GS 450h
Lexus’s full hybrid GS 450h luxury sports saloon is being freshened up for the 2010 model year with styling changes, new colours, revisions to the Pre-Crash Safety system and more sophisticated navigation and audio packages.
Car dealers need to target increased used car profitability
Car dealers need to take a structured approach to increasing profitability for every used car they sell as stock shortages start to hit the number of vehicles being sold, says RAC Warranty.
New Wildcat shines among Dakar stars
The Wildcat Trophy Day held in Narbonne, southern France over the weekend of August 29th and 30th was graced by many of the leading lights from international rally raid teams.
Specialist dealer network to market Mazda3 MPS
To celebrate the introduction of the all-new, high performance Mazda3 MPS on 1 October, Mazda is establishing a select nationwide network of dealers to operate its new ‘Mazda3 MPS Specialist Dealer Programme’.
TomTom WORK supports Safe Driving Award
An award that recognises responsible and safe driving techniques has been launched to run alongside the popular and successful MPG Marathon, which takes place over two days on the 30th September and the 1st October.
Nissan 370Z Roadster to debut at Goodwood Revival
Classic cars, period dress and a historic British location set the scene for Nissan to unveil its new 370Z Roadster alongside some of its most iconic predecessors.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV - 900 pre-orders in one month
Mitsubishi began delivery of its i-MiEV electric city car in Japan from July 2009, mainly to corporations and local authorities.