Car News

Chrysler 200C EV Concept
The definitive blend of design and technology, the all-new Chrysler 200C EV concept redefines the idea of responsible mobility with a touch of class and sophistication never before embodied so elegantly in one vehicle.

Chrysler ENVI – Plugged into the World
With its rapidly growing portfolio of ENVI-powered electric vehicles, Chrysler LLC is inspiring a personal mobility revolution, creating a new generation of responsible, no-compromise Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles for consumers who care about the planet’s future and want to take care of it.

Land Rover takes the Boat Show by storm
As the official vehicle sponsor, Land Rover will be showcasing the new Range Rover Sport 'Stormer Edition' together with the latest line-up of vehicles at The London International Boat Show this week.

New generation Toyota Prius unveiled
A new chapter in the history of Prius opens at the Detroit motor show with the official unveiling of the all-new, third-generation of Toyota’s world-leading hybrid power car.

Lexus stages world debut of 2010 HS 250h
Lexus has revealed the 2010 HS 250h, the world’s first dedicated luxury hybrid vehicle, at the North American International Auto Show. The HS 250h will be Lexus’s fourth hybrid and the most fuel-efficient vehicle in its line-up.

New Supercharged XF is officially the fastest Jaguar ever
Jaguar announces that during a secret speed trial at the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, an XFR prototype recorded a stunning top speed of 225.675mph (363.188km/h), making it the fastest Jaguar ever.

Rising sales see Volvo buck the trend in 2008
Volvo is celebrating after bucking national trends and beating the downturn with rising sales of its new cars during 2008. According to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Volvo enjoyed a sales increase of 10.98% in comparison to 2007.

Mazda marks tough year with record market share
For Mazda Motors UK, 2008 was its second best year on record for total sales and its best ever market share, despite the difficult trading conditions. In December, the company also overtook Nissan to become the third best-selling Japanese brand behind Toyota and Honda for the second time in 2008.

Subaru strikes gold
Subaru are proud to announce the appointment of three Brand Ambassadors from the sport of Three Day Eventing following their recent sponsorship of Equestrian Team GBR. The three highly successful riders each receive a liveried vehicle and will promote Subaru at the events they compete in throughout the year.

Toyota broadens scope of advanced environmental technologies
Toyota will display the Toyota FT-EV concept on opening Media Day at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), confirming its plan to launch an urban commuter battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2012.

Wraps come off Audi Sportback concept
The new Audi Sportback concept has Detroit in a spin this week with a seamless blend of sports coupe desirability and five-door hatchback practicality that has made it one of the undisputed stars of the 2009 North American International Automobile Show.

2009… The year of the O
Oh…2009 is quite literally going to be a great year for personalised registration lovers – thanks to the DVLA.

Tesla Motors introduces Roadster Sport
Tesla Motors has begun taking orders for the Roadster Sport, a high-performance sports car based on the world’s leading all-electric, zero-emission vehicle.
Protyre sole suppliers of Michelin Track Tyres in the UK
Protyre Motorsport, part of the UK’s leading independent tyre dealer network, has announced that from the beginning of January 2009 the company will become the sole supplier of Michelin track tyres in the UK.

IFR Aspid approved for Britcar racing championship
The new IFR Aspid sports car has received approval to compete in the Britcar endurance racing car series. The high performance road car, which already meets FIA security specifications, was sanctioned for the championship at a meeting between IFR founder Ignacio Fernández and Britcar founder James Tucker held at the Autosport International racing car show.