Car News

Vauxhall & Opel celebrate prestigious new car accolade

It’s official: the coveted European Car of the Year title belongs to Vauxhall and Opel for the next year. An international jury, comprising 59 of the most important motoring journalists from 23 countries, presented the marble and coloured-metals trophy for the new Insignia yesterday evening in the place where the successful model is built, in General Motors Europe’s headquarters in Rüsselsheim.

Aston Martin to challenge for overall Le Mans win

On the 50th anniversary of its outright win at Le Mans, Aston Martin will return to La Sarthe with two Works LMP1 cars bearing the iconic blue and orange livery of Gulf Oil.

Opel Ampera to feature innovative GM Voltec technology

Opel has announced Ampera as the name of its revolutionary extended-range electric car. The five-door, four-seat Opel Ampera will be revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show (March 5-15).

Car industry plans must give value to taxpayers

Commenting on Peter Mandelson's announcement of a package of support for the UK's car industry, Liberal Democrat Shadow Business Secretary, John Thurso said: "Any announcement must be based on a strategic approach guided by clear principles. There must be real, long-term value for taxpayers.

Haldex secures AWD order from Land Rover

Haldex has received an order from Land Rover, which is owned by Tata, an industrial group based in India. The order applies to Haldex’s all-wheel drive (AWD) system for one of Land Rover’s new car models.

Trafficmaster launches Colour Touchscreen for Smartnav

Trafficmaster, the leader in intelligent driving solutions, has launched a Colour Touchscreen option for its advanced Smartnav satellite navigation system.

1000th Ibiza Ecomotive breezes in

Spanish car maker SEAT is celebrating soaring sales for its greenest model: the Ibiza Ecomotive. Launched here just last year, the super-frugal supermini recently recorded its 1,000th registration, and continues to prove extremely popular among buyers looking to maximise economy while minimising emissions of CO2.

Mitsubishi restructures UK motorsport campaigns

Mitsubishi Motors UK has announced the restructure of its British-based motorsport campaigns. The company has confirmed that its two-car works rally team will not compete in 2009, due to the current economic climate and the subsequent pressures affecting the automotive industry as a whole.

Porsche wins 24 hour thriller in Daytona - 911 claims GT victory

With a hard-fought victory at the 24 Hours of Daytona, Porsche has again lived up to its role as the most successful manufacturer in the history of the long distance classic in Florida, USA.

Jaguar D Type pays tribute to Mike Hawthorn

The market town of Farnham in Surrey came to a standstill (Sunday 25/1/2009) when thousands of spectators stood in the pouring rain to remember motor racing Legend Mike Hawthorn who died 50 years ago.

Audi to increase prices from February 23rd

The majority of UK Audi range prices are to increase by an average of two per cent for orders placed on or after February 23rd, 2009 as a direct result of increased financial pressure exerted by the current, unprecedented Euro-to-Sterling exchange rate.