Car News
Renault Megane R26.R continues to set the pace
Renault’s Mégane R26.R continues to set benchmark lap times at UK tracks. Last year, the Mégane R26.R established a new lap record for a front-wheel drive production car at the 13-mile Nürburgring circuit in Germany with a time of just 8 minutes 17 seconds.
New sports seats for Abarth Grande Punto and Abarth 500
Abarth Grande Punto and Abarth 500 owners will now be able to enhance their cars even further, following the introduction of stylish new sports seats for these two high performance models.
New Prius: Cooled by the heat of the sun
Climbing into a car that’s been parked for a while on even a moderately sunny day can be an uncomfortable experience and is likely to provoke full-blast operation of the air conditioning, using up fuel and increasing emissions.
Land Rover at 2009 London Motorexpo
The new 2010 Range Rover, new 2010 Range Rover Sport and new Discovery 4 will have their UK public debut at the 2009 Motorexpo, which starts today and runs until Sunday, June 14 in Canary Wharf.
Volume boost for Sunderland Plant
Nissan’s Sunderland Plant is recruiting an additional 100 manufacturing staff on temporary contracts as a result of ongoing car scrappage schemes.
Ford supplies Avis fleet for BAE Systems
Ford has supplied more than 1,600 vehicles to Avis as part of an innovative new daily rental service Avis is providing for BAE Systems.
Motorists sacrifice service for suds
Millions of cash strapped motorists could be wash ‘n’ going nowhere by prioritising expensive car washes over getting their motor serviced in the next twelve months. That’s according to the latest research from Kwik-Fit.
Owen Developments launches GET range of electronic systems
Leading automotive performance company Owen Developments (UK) Ltd is delighted to announce the launch of the GET range of high performance electronic components into the British and Irish aftermarkets with immediate effect.
Looking slick – Lewis Hamilton’s latest portrait
Reigning 2008 FIA Formula One World Drivers’ Champion, Lewis Hamilton, became one of the most pictured British sportsmen in the world when he became the youngest driver to win the title. But none of the portraits of the 24-year old links him so completely to his sport as this stunning portrait in oil, commissioned to kick off National Oil Check Week….
Hitchhikers swap thumb on the road for mouse on super highway
Three-quarters of AA/Populus panel members would never consider stopping and offering a hitchhiker a lift, according to a new poll of almost 15,000 members, published today on national liftshare day.
Scrappage scheme appeals to older generation, says Experian
People who are approaching retirement age are the ones most likely to be attracted to the scrappage scheme, according to analysis from Experian, the global information services company.
Bentley Prague moves up to full dealership status
Bentley Prague, which has been operating as a service point for Bentley owners in the Czech Republic since October 2004, celebrates a significant milestone on 1 August 2009 with the opening of its new showroom, signifying a move to full sales dealership status within the growing Bentley dealer network.
Le Mans debut for new Audi R15 TDI
Logical lightweight construction, downsizing, efficiency and the best possible aerodynamics – the same subjects which currently occupy the brains of the automobile industry development departments are also key elements in the 24 Hours of Le Mans held for the 77th time on the weekend of June 13/14.
Hamilton to drive Senna’s McLaren at Festival of Speed
In just four weeks time Goodwood and the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula One team will be making dreams come true for a number of motor racing enthusiasts – including the reigning F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton – at the annual Festival of Speed (3-5 July).
Subaru dealer to cycle to Paris
Not content with trekking the Great Wall of China to raise funds on behalf of the Meningitis Trust, Mick Wyatt, General Manager of Subaru Dealer, Carstins, will be taking part in the London-Paris Cycle Tour on June 19-22.