Car News
Crown Honda ‘crowns’ amazing year with new dealership
Multi award-winning Crown Honda has expanded its north London operation with the acquisition of a second retail site.
New Lexus RX 450h - Class-leading emissions and fuel economy
Lexus has released headline environmental performance figures for its new RX 450h crossover, ahead of the model’s official world premiere at the Geneva motor show next week.
Nissan streamlines auto shows for fiscal year 2009
Nissan Motor Company, Ltd has announced that it has decided to streamline the company’s participation in auto shows during fiscal year 2009, which runs from April 1, 2009, through March 31, 2010.
Energy Saver and Primacy HP tyres given highest rating from ADAC
Michelin’s Energy Saver and Primacy HP tyres have been awarded the highest rating in tests conducted by the German Automobile Association (ADAC), Europe’s largest auto club. Both tyres received a “highly recommendable” rating and these two tyres represent 85% of the summer car tyres produced by the Michelin Group.
Grab some team spirit with Vauxhall’s new VX Racing models
With the 2009 BTCC season almost upon us, Vauxhall has just launched two stunning limited editions based on the Corsa and Astra VXR to celebrate VX Racing’s success in the 2008 British Touring Car Championship.
All gone to pot
First came the ice and snow. Then came the damage - gaping potholes and cracked road surfaces. Now comes the big question. Is there the money to repair them?
New easy clean wheels need only water to stay shining
Leading wheel manufacturer Alcoa has developed an alloy wheel that makes dirt-engrained wheels a thing of the past.
Don’t lose a loved one
You’ve been searching for months and finally have your dream car. It’s fitted with all the latest gadgets from the top-of-the-range entertainment system to alloy wheels. It has the best alarm and immobiliser system available and you’ve sourced the most comprehensive insurance, but that doesn’t mean that your vehicle isn’t vulnerable to thieves.
Bentley announces increase in UK prices
The continued weakness of Sterling against the Euro, has forced Bentley Motors to increase the price of all its models within the UK by 5% from the start of April 2009. The price increase will apply to all new orders received after 31st March.
There's never been a better time to buy a new car
A wider range than ever, major discounts on many new cars, stock availability, great part-exchange values and highly favourable finance terms for consumers mean there has never been a better time to buy a new car, according to the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) the trade association for the retail motor sector that represents 8,000 car dealers and service and repair garages.
Kia named Car Maker of the Year by AM
Kia Motors UK has been named Car Maker of the Year by the leading motor trade magazine AM in its 2009 Awards.
Hyundai Milton Keynes talks business
Milton Keynes Hyundai has just launched a new scheme to help local businesses run their vehicles more effectively.
New Ford workshop for dealership apprentice technicians
Ford apprentice technicians in the South East can now learn the skills of their profession in a new Ford Workshop at Central Sussex College.
Lotus Omnivore research engine unveiled
Lotus Engineering, the world-renowned automotive consultancy division of Lotus Cars Limited, unveils its latest research into engine efficiency at the 79th International Geneva Motor Show. The Omnivore engine concept has the potential to significantly increase fuel efficiency for sustainable alcohol based fuels, which increases the prospect of a greater amount of vehicle miles travelled using renewable fuels.
Reading Honda open for business
Clover Leaf Reading Honda has opened its doors to serve motorists from the Berkshire town and surrounding area. It joins Clover Leaf’s two existing Honda dealerships in nearby Ascot and Newbury.