Car News
Road takes on rail at Mercedes-Benz World
Mercedes-Benz World is to host the launch of The Flying Scotsman, a unique and special trial from London to Edinburgh by vintage motorcar.
SsangYong at the Seoul Motor Show
Ssangyong will be showing an almost production-ready example of its new C200 crossover utility car at the Seoul Motor Show in South Korea, opening on April 2.
Landmark deal a major coup for British automotive industry
In a deal described as a major coup for the British automotive engineering industry, Torotrak plc has secured a landmark global licensing agreement with the world’s leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of medium- and heavy-duty automatic gearboxes for the commercial vehicle sector, Allison Transmission, Inc.
Recession-proof Fiesta offers hope for the industry
With new car registrations down by 21.9% in February, unemployment in the car industry at an all-time high, and the public having to tighten their belts during the recession, these are not good times for the motoring industry.
50th WRC victory at Rally Cyprus for Loeb and Elena
Sébastien Loeb hit another record landmark in his rallying career at Rally Cyprus over the weekend. The five-time World Rally Champion, together with team-mate Daniel Elena, led all three days of the rally to secure a 50th world class WRC victory.
Top model Jodie takes first eco test drive
Supermodel Jodie Kidd became the first person in the UK to take a Fiat ‘eco’ test drive in a new initiative designed to highlight the benefits of environmentally-friendly motoring.
Daihatsu appoints Mid Cornwall cars
Japanese compact car specialist Daihatsu has increased its dealer network in the Cornwall area, following the appointment of Mid Cornwall Cars, proving that it’s not all doom and gloom for the automotive industry.
National draw raises £8,959 for BEN
Birmingham man Thomas Tattam was the lucky winner of a brand new Peugeot 107 Verve in a national draw held to raise money for BEN, the Automotive Industry’s Charity.
Lindop Toyota points to car market recovery
Britain’s motor industry is taking a battering in the recession, even Toyota’s Deeside engine plant has not escaped the impact of the global economic downturn. But there is encouraging evidence of an up-turn in consumer confidence with Toyota sales soaring in the north west.
Toyota outlines motor sports activities for 2009
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), which regards motor sports as an ideal medium for conveying the anticipation and excitement associated with automobiles, announces it plans to continue engaging in motor sports this year, despite being financially restricted by severe business conditions.
Mercedes-Benz competition showcases technicians’ masterly skills
Mercedes-Benz UK has challenged the knowledge and expertise of its retail technical staff in a country-wide competition – UK TechMasters 2009 – to find the best of the best.
Renault to launch ad campaign with Eric Cantona and new Laguna
Renault will post an exclusive web video featuring famous former Manchester United player and French international, Eric Cantona, alongside New Laguna. Web users will be able to see an exclusive teaser of the ad, “New Renault Laguna – Eric Cantona: The Meeting”, which is due online on 23 March, mainly in the UK and France.
Consumers back industry call for scrappage incentive scheme
Results from an independent consumer survey commissioned by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that 76% of consumers are in favour of the UK government introducing a scrappage incentive scheme similar to those currently running across Europe.
Continental named Best for Safety
Continental has won a coveted award from the UK’s no1 modified car magazine, Fast Car. Announced in this month’s magazine, Continental’s ContiSportContact 3 took the top spot in the Best for Safety category.
The new Golf - an all-round safe vehicle
Once again the latest Golf has received five stars in the EuroNCAP evaluation: the European crash test programme EuroNCAP awarded the new Golf the highest score of five stars, even according to the stricter and more comprehensive assessment criteria.