Car News
Bangers 4 BEN gets off to a flying start
Following the success of Car Dealer magazine’s last Bangers 4 BEN challenge, Editor James Baggott decided to invite readers to take part in a brand new challenge to take part in October 2009.
New Mazda3 MPS ‘super-hatch’
The all-new Mazda3 MPS delivers a unique combination of even more exhilarating driving fun and everyday compact car practicality. It retains the sensational 155mph performance of its predecessor, while adopting the numerous innovations of the second-generation Mazda3 on which it is based.
Gordon Murray Design reveal T.25 City Car seating layout
Gordon Murray Design’s T.25 City Car is not only designed around a central driving position but an MPV package offering 6 internal layouts within the same vehicle, each layout being easily achieved within 30 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS
The near-series Mercedes-Benz Concept BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS electric car combines environmentally friendly electric mobility in the city with unrestricted suitability for long-distance driving.
New MINI models to be built at Plant Oxford
Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management, BMW AG has announced that two new MINI models are to be built at MINI Plant Oxford.
Improvements to driving theory test
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) will start to introduce case studies into the driving theory test from the end of this month, it has announced today. From 28 September 2009, one case study will be included in the exam for car drivers, moped and motorcycle riders.
Bogus driving instructor given suspended sentence
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has delivered a stark warning to bogus driving instructors who flout the law by illegally teaching learner drivers.
New and improved Automotive Supplier Finder
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) revamped Automotive Supplier Finder (ASF) website, autosupplierfinder.com, is helping to put automotive companies in touch to develop business throughout the supply chain.
The smart money buys used, says Autoquake.com
Autoquake.com, UK online used car retailer, reveals how much better off new car buyers would be switching to a used car. As the first 59-plate cars are delivered to customers, savvy shoppers can save a small fortune or buy a bigger, better car for the same money on the used market.
One million Bosch Start-Stop systems on the road
Since production of Bosch’s start-stop technology began in 2007, one million vehicles have been fitted with the system.
Volkswagen opens voting to find The People’s Reviewer
The search by Volkswagen for ‘The People’s Reviewer’ is nearly complete as voting opens on the final three contestants’ video reviews of the Tiguan off-roader today (Thursday 3 September) at thepeoplesreviewer.com.
New Polo, Golf and Passat BlueMotion models
Production versions of three new highly-efficient additions to the BlueMotion range have been unveiled ahead of the Frankfurt Motor Show.
BMW Ultimate Drive Weekend
Customers and prospective buyers of BMW are to be given a unique opportunity to experience some of the marque’s most popular products as part of the BMW Ultimate Drive Weekend.
Fuel consumption takes priority for car buyers
Just as the price of fuel is on the increase again, it seems that motorists have already been re-thinking their priorities when it comes to buying their next car, according to British Car Auction’s (BCA) annual Used Car Market Report.
Auto Windscreens’ service praised by Rolls-Royce enthusiast
A long time member of the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Club has praised Auto Windscreens Chelmsford Fitting Centre.