Car News
Toyota Prius is WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2009
The title of WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2009 has been awarded to the ‘next generation’ Toyota Prius, due to be launched in the UK on 1st August 2009.
PHM launches Activ8
PHM Group, the London-based channel development consultancy, has launched Activ8, a revolutionary BlackBerry-based sales aid. Using real-time mobile communication, Activ8 is designed to motivate, increase transparency, and facilitate sales for field based automotive parts representatives.
Ten top reasons to visit Goodwood Festival of Speed
In just one week the 2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed (3-5 July) will get underway with around 150,000 excited motor sport enthusiasts coming to see their favourite star cars and drivers in action.
Audi celebrates centenary at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Fresh from Audi’s recent historic eleventh successive podium finish at the Le Mans 24 hour race, the brand will be celebrating again in just ten days time at the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed (3-5 July) as the renowned Ingolstadt-based marque turns 100 years old.
Aston Martin develop luxury commuter concept
Aston Martin has developed a new luxury commuter concept; the ‘Cygnet’ which will offer customers a distinctive, intelligent and exclusive solution for urban travel in style and luxury.
Santa Pod present FIA/UEM European Finals 2009
Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European Drag racing, is already gearing up for Europe’s most prestigious Drag Racing event; The FIA/UEM European Finals!
Peugeot launches restyled 207 with even greater appeal
With three body shapes, hatchback, SW and CC, and twelve different power-plant options, the new 207 will further strengthen the 207’s position as Europe’s top selling small car, a position it has held for the last two consecutive years, 2007 and 2008.
Citroen introduces new C3
Citroen has released first details of the new C3, a completely redesigned successor to the popular C3 supermini – a bestseller with over 2 million units delivered worldwide.
Millions of commuters could save pounds
5.5 million car commuters could save themselves money by switching to two wheels, according to the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCI), on publication of a new survey carried out for National Motorcycle Week 2009.
Savers are car buying winners
Recession-hit car buyers are digging into their savings to pay for new vehicles, according to AA Savings.
Toyota Eco-Factory gives new Prius a clean start in life
The low emissions and fuel efficiency delivered by the new Toyota Prius in everyday driving would be of little value if they were not backed up by equally environmentally focused manufacturing.
JapShow lives up to expectations
Action-packed and dedicated to Japanese cars, the JapShow has always drawn large crowds at Santa Pod Raceway. However, this year the event faced stiff-competition against the Grand Prix and the threat of a smaller footfall due to the recession, which has had a big impact on the automotive world. As a testimony to the event’s popularity though, the JapShow had one of it’s biggest turnouts.
UK will take the lead on electric vehicles
The Government’s £25 million Ultra Low Carbon Vehicle Demonstrator scheme, which aims to accelerate a shift towards low-emissions motoring, will pave the way for the creation of the world’s biggest network of electric vehicle (EV) recharging stations.
Planning permission receives rubber stamp
With days to go ahead of a North West Leicestershire District Council planning permission deadline, a Section 106 agreement has been signed by all relevant parties to provide a final rubber stamp to the planning permission for Donington Park’s redevelopment programme.
Stirling Moss launches new book at Silverstone Classic
Motor racing legend Sir Stirling Moss will launch his latest book, the Stirling Moss Scrapbook 1956 – 1960, as part of his eightieth birthday celebrations at the Silverstone Classic, 24-26 July 2009.