Car News
New diesel power for BMW 7 Series
BMW UK’s flagship 7 Series range is to be offered with its most powerful diesel engine ever in the 740d model, at the same time as the popular 730d comes with a revised powerplant offering improved fuel economy and emissions figures.
British WRC star enjoys hairy moments in Poland
British TV presenters ‘The Hairy Bikers’ (Dave Myers and Si King) were able to meet up with World Rally Championship star Matthew Wilson at Rally Poland this week, to enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience of the global Championship.
Car service firms need to move up a gear to attract customers
With the downturn continuing to bite, more and more motorists are keeping their cars for longer which mean that car service and repair firms stand to gain from an overall increase in custom.
Renault World Series Special Edition Clio and Megane
Renault raises the temperature this summer launching hot special edition versions of New Clio and New Megane. Due to be unveiled at the World Series by Renault spectacular at Silverstone on the weekend of 4th and 5th July, the World Series by Renault special editions exude style and panache in an insurance-friendly package.
Agrofert takes over AdBlue supplier GreenChem
The international Agrofert Group, with headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic, is to take a majority stake in the Dutch-based company GreenChem, one of the leading European suppliers of AdBlue.
New supercar club on the right track
The reaction to the recently launched RS Academy has been hugely positive. The idea behind this new supercar club is simple.
Ricardo expands test facilities in Germany
A new €4M expansion of Ricardo’s test facilities in Schechingen was officially opened today. The enhanced facility will be used to develop the next generation of low emissions, high fuel efficiency engines for vehicles ranging from heavy duty trucks to high performance motorcycles.
Nissan gets “intelligent” over saving fuel
European motorists are being shown how to drive more economically in a unique project designed to help reduce fuel bills and lower CO2 emissions.
Tesla opens flagship European store
Tesla Motors, which sells the world’s only highway-capable electric vehicle, opened its European flagship store in the heart of London’s exclusive Knightsbridge district on June 25.
Carillion launches six-month biofuel trial at Catterick Garrison
Carillion has launched an innovative six-month trial to recycle waste cooking oil into vehicle fuel at its Regional Prime Contract on Catterick Garrison.
Rolls-Royce 200EX to debut at Salon Prive
The latest of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ ‘Experimental Vehicles’ – the breathtaking 200EX – will make its UK public debut at Salon Prive, the ultimate luxury and super car show that runs from 22-24 July, at London’s Hurlingham Club.
Ferrari to showcase new models at Festival of Speed
Ferrari will be showcasing three exciting new models during the Sunday Times Supercar Run at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed: the California, the Scuderia Spider 16M and the 599 GTB Fiorano with HGTE package.
A1GP Season Five Calendar approved by FIA
The Season Five Calendar for A1GP World Cup of Motorsport has been approved by the FIA at this week’s World Motorsport Council Meeting. Ten dates have been submitted, starting with the first race of the 2009/10 season, the Nitro SuperGP in Australia on 22-25 October.
SMMT creates industry-wide Electric Vehicle Group
A cross-section of the motor industry representing volume manufacturers, niche vehicle producers and component suppliers met for the first time today to form the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) new Electric Vehicle Group.
Successful first outing for new Clio Cup car at Snetterton
Featuring a new wishbone design and updated bodykit, the new Clio Cup race car enjoyed a successful first outing during official testing in the 2009 ELF Renault Clio Cup with Michelin at Norfolk’s Snetterton circuit on Wednesday, 24th June.