Car News
Lloyds TSB Autolease commits suppliers to Motor Industry Code of Practice
Lloyds TSB Autolease, one of the UK's leading fleet management and funding specialists, has confirmed that it is including the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair in its 2009 supplier agreements. The Code requirements fit the organisation’s business aims and commitment to its customers.
Young drivers need further training for at-work driving
A major study by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has found that a new driving for work qualification would be welcomed by employers because the current system of learner training and testing does not adequately prepare young people to drive as part of their jobs.
Jaguar XF wins 'Best Executive Car' at What Diesel Awards
The Jaguar XF has been crowned 'Best Executive Car' for the second year running at the What Diesel magazine Awards 2009. Voted for by What Diesel readers and a panel of motor industry experts, the XF came out ahead of a number of significant competitors including BMW, Mercedes and Audi.
Citroen’s C3 Picasso and C5 Tourer crowned top diesels
Citroen’s brand new C3 Picasso and stylish C5 Tourer have been named ‘Best MPV’ and ‘Best Estate Car’ at the 2009 What Diesel Car of the Year awards.
2010 Range Rover Sport and Discovery 4 unveiled
The new 2010 Range Rover Sport and Discovery 4 will be unveiled today (alongside the 2010 Range Rover) at the New York International Auto Show.
Land Rover's most complete luxury vehicle just got better
Today at The New York International Auto Show, Land Rover will unveil the new 2010 Range Rover. A new powerful engine, revolutionary interior technologies and enhanced driving dynamics reinforce its position as one of the world's most complete luxury 4x4s.
All-new Nissan 370Z Roadster adds open-air excitement
Less than a year after the introduction of the all-new 2009 Nissan 370Z Coupe – a vehicle that reset the bar for affordable sports car design and performance – comes its dramatic new stablemate, the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster.
Ford Fiesta wins What Diesel Car of the Year 2009
Ford’s brand new Fiesta snatched victory in the annual What Diesel car of the year awards 2009, beating Jaguar’s XF into second place.
RX 450h features second generation Lexus Hybrid Drive
The new RX 450h luxury crossover introduces the second generation Lexus Hybrid Drive, a full hybrid system with advanced powertrain technology that delivers an unprecedented combination of fuel economy, low emissions and performance, well beyond the scope of any of its segment rivals.
Health and safety still not taken seriously by private hire operators
Health and Safety is a necessary part of being in the private hire, chauffeur driven and other ‘professional driving’ industries. But, according to trade body, the Institute of Professional Drivers and Chauffeurs (IOPDC), it’s still not being taken seriously enough.
INTERACTION: Major new project won by TRL
If poorly designed or used inappropriately, in-vehicle technologies (IVT) have the potential to compromise safety, but little is known about how drivers use IVT. TRL has recently been awarded the INTERACTION project, working with research organisations across Europe to gain a better understanding of drivers’ interactions with IVT.
Mazda marches forwards to record market share
With a record share of the UK retail market, the imminent launch of the all-new Mazda3 next month and a revised Mazda MX-5 on sale now, one of the few places in the UK car industry where the bosses still smile is Mazda UK.
‘Drivers’ race to try out new Seat Ibiza Cupra
Fancy a spin behind the wheel of the all-new, mould-breaking Ibiza Cupra? Well, it’s virtually possible, and proving immensely popular.
Private buyers keep Hyundai sales high
Hyundai once again has figures to be proud of. Sales data for the first quarter of 2009 has just been released, and shows that both the month end and 2009 total figures were positive for the Korean giant, particularly in comparison with the rest of the market. Hyundai was down a mere 1.85% on last year – a highly successful achievement in a market that is down by 29.7%.
Get your car serviced to avoid ‘shelling out’ over Easter holidays
Motorists should get their cars checked out by an Industry Code-subscribing garage before setting out on the first big getaway of the year.