Car News
Volkswagen schedules short-time working
Volkswagen has scheduled a period of short-time working in some sections of its German plants for week 9 (February 23 – 27). The arrangements affect approximately two-thirds of the 92,000 employees in Germany.
ICFM training in high demand despite recession
The Institute of Car Fleet Management’s (ICFM) range of courses are proving in high demand despite the recession, with the ICFM ‘Fast Track’ Certificate Programme leading associate members to attain the externally-endorsed Certificate in Car Fleet Management qualification (and an upgrade to full member status within the Institute) proving a sell-out.
Dangerous talk for business
Business worries could be leading drivers to using their phones in the car even though they know it puts them at higher risk of an accident, according to a new survey. Some 62 per cent of motorists who took part in a national survey carried out by the technology company 3M realise that talking on a hands-free phone makes a crash more likely.
Hamilton Classic launches the Cover Hugger
Hamilton Classic, the experts in vehicle care and car accessories are excited to announce the launch of their very own, original car cover, ‘The Cover Hugger’
Formula Student is a sell out in one day
Engines are about to start roaring at universities from around the world as registration opened on 20 January for Formula Student (FS), Europe’s biggest student motorsport event.
Ponthir Road Suzuki appointed in Newport
Suzuki GB is pleased to announce the appointment of the new Ponthir Road Suzuki franchise dealer in Newport, South Wales, as part of the latest phase in the expansion of the automobiles retail network in the UK by the Japanese manufacturer.
Lord March denies being ‘The Stig’
Following wild speculation in the press over the last 24 hours about the true identity of ‘The Stig’, Lord March has today strongly denied that he is the mystery tame racing driver that races around the Top Gear track for the popular BBC TV programme, despite his fondness for occasionally zipping into his white racing overalls.
New Porsche 911 GT3 RSR
The successful Porsche 911 GT3 RSR takes off into the new model year with extensive modifications. The most powerful race car based on the Porsche 911, which last season secured wins in the American Le Mans Series and at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, competes in the GT2 class in international long distance races.
Twin Drive Leon prototype makes its debut
A radical new SEAT, conceived to run on electric power or a conventional petrol engine, has been unveiled in Spain. The green-minded Leon Twin Drive Ecomotive prototype made its debut at the SEAT Technical Centre in Martorell, near Barcelona.
The Automotive Technology Roadmap
In a major report published today, experts from all parts of the Ricardo organisation have supported SupplierBusiness to provide a comprehensive overview of the emerging technologies that will shape the future of the auto industry through the next decade and beyond.
Don’t let thieves steal your car keys
New guidelines issued by Britain’s top Judge, the Lord Chief Justice, have called for tougher sentences for domestic burglaries as he declared this crime a ‘serious criminal offence’.
A Turbo Dynamics-Turbocharged Rallye Sunseeker
Rallye Sunseeker, the opening round of the Pirelli MSA Gravel Rally Championship, is the most prestigious rally staged annually in the South of England. It attracts leading rally crews from across the UK, Ireland and Europe to Bournemouth, one of the country’s leading holiday destinations.
Team RAC sign up Jelley for second season
Team RAC has today announced that it has re-signed Stephen Jelley for the 2009 HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship season. The 26-year-old will continue to race for Team RAC following a promising 2008 season in which Jelley was part of the winning team that claimed the Independents Team title.
Enhanced material model helps manufacturers see the Lite
Corus has announced ‘Vegter Lite’, an enhanced version of its original Vegter material model released in 2006. The new version is based on a reduced set of test data requirements but with the same levels of simulation accuracy.
Management buy-out secures three Volvo dealerships in London
Management buy-out team Regent Automotive Limited has acquired three Volvo dealerships in London from H.R. Owen.