Car News

Stirling Moss starts his first desk job

Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? At the tender age of 79 (soon to be 80 in September) Sir Stirling Moss started his first desk job today at Motor Sport magazine’s riverside offices in London.

Would-be classics owners sacrifice alcohol to buy pride and joy

Would-be classic vehicle owners would rather sacrifice their annual holiday, dining out and even alcohol, in order to buy their classic, according to a recent survey by Footman James.

Nissan net loss at 16.5 billion yen in FY09 first quarter

Nissan announced a net loss after tax of 16.5 billion yen (US $170 million, euro 120 million) in the first quarter of fiscal year 2009, ending March 31, 2010, compared to net income of 52.8 billion yen (US $540 million, euro 400 million) from the same period a year ago.

Peugeot 3008 pricing and specification

Peugeot has been a leading pioneer in many new motoring concepts, from the first four valve per cylinder twin cam engines of the 1900’s, to the first production car with independent front suspension (201); the first “folding roof cars” (401 Eclipse); electric sliding front doors on the Peugeot 1007 and now the new Peugeot 3008, another new concept ideal for today’s modern lifestyles.

Fiat Panda reaches new milestone

Fiat’s evergreen Panda model has just reached another historic landmark as the 1,500,000th example came off the production line at the Fiat Auto Poland plant in Tychy.

Car servicing and repairs complaints driven down

Motor Codes and the garage sector are succeeding in their goal of raising customer service in the motor industry.

Peugeot and Kris Meeke head for Madeira

The next round of the IRC will be held on the island of Madeira from 30th July until 1st August. The Rali Vinho Madeira is round seven of the Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC) and could be one of the most fiercely contested rounds.

Skoda launches summer accessories collection

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, Skoda is helping customers cover all eventualities with its summer accessories collection.

Match model brings added spark to Touran range

With the launch of the new Match model, Volkswagen is offering customers more equipment and value for money on its popular and versatile seven-seat compact MPV. Pricing for the Touran Match starts at £19,515 (RRP OTR).

Armor All urges caravanners to start summer safely

It is estimated Britons will take 13 million caravan holidays this year, and Armor All, pioneers in the art of car care, are urging holidaymakers to hit the road safely and in style, by giving their vehicle the once over first.

All eyes on Manchester United as Audi Cup kicks off

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Audi, a world class football tournament pitting the formidable might of the legendary Manchester United against equally revered sides such as FC Bayern Munich, AC Milan and the Boca Juniors from Argentina will take place on July the 29th and 30th at the Allianz Arena in Munich.