Car News
Picard illness forces Alphand retirement
The sixth stage of the 2009 Dakar Rally between San Rafaël and Mendoza marked a day that Team Repsol Mitsubishi Ralliart would rather forget, after team co-driver Gilles Picard (France) was taken ill on the special stage and forced the immediate retirement of his driver Luc Alphand (France) from the race.
Start every time this New Year
It's easy to be blasé about your car's battery. For years it works fine and then suddenly one frosty morning your car won't start. Of course, you can call a breakdown service but with the RAC and AA reporting 40,000 calls in just one day this week, how long will you have to wait to be rescued?
Mercedes-Benz offers customers added value
Mercedes-Benz is offering customers added value to kick-off 2009 with complimentary option and trim upgrades as well as tempting finance offers across the range.
Rent with a BVRLA member for peace of mind
The BVRLA has improved the annual examination of its commercial vehicle members, including a more rigorous inspection of centrally-held maintenance records.
Don’t follow in Royal footsteps and fall foul of car thieves
This week Princess Beatrice fell victim to car theft. The Royal’s BMW was stolen after she popped into a shop, leaving the keys in the ignition. When she returned, the vehicle was gone. As the UK’s leading stolen vehicle recovery systems specialist, TRACKER highlights the importance of keeping car keys safe from thieves.
First registrations accepted for Renault Sport UK championships
Build-up to Renault Sport UK’s 2009 motor racing season is officially underway after 20 registrations were received for its championships at the Autosport International show on Thursday, 8th January.
Could you design the next Ford Focus RS?
Would-be car designers are being offered a unique and exciting challenge in the Autocar Hot Hatch 2020 Design Competition in association with Ford and Hot Wheels, to design a sustainable hot hatchback for the year 2020, launched at PistonHeads: The Performance Car Show 2009.
Rolls-Royce achieves record result
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has seen its 2008 sales increase by 20 per cent. Last year the luxury car manufacturer retailed 1212 cars compared to 1010 the previous year. This marks the fifth consecutive annual sales increase since the company was launched in 2003.
Best ever year for Chevrolet
There aren’t many car manufacturers who can claim to have seen their sales increase during times of economic turbulence. But for Chevrolet UK, 2008 was a record year, with an annual sales total of 18,372 cars.
Renault resilient amid a global market crisis
In a world market that fell 4.8%, the Renault Group reported a 4.2% drop in sales, for a 3.6% increase in market share. The Group pursued its international growth with a 1.5% rise in sales outside Europe to a total of 873,798 units, nearly 37% of all Renault group sales.
Garmin ecoRoute helps motorists save money and environment
Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation has announced ecoRoute - a free software update that helps drivers save money and fuel, easing growing pressures on personal budgets and the environment.
Experience music in your car like never before
Alpine Electronics, specialists in mobile media entertainment systems, announces the launch of its new head unit, the CDA-105Ri. This multi-function stereo allows you to enjoy all different types of music in your car from; radio to CD’s, USB and iPod, including Apple’s new iPhone.
The UK Motorhome & Caravan Spring Fair
The UK Motorhome & Caravan Spring Fair at Newark Showground is already a popular start to the outdoor show season.
Land Rover vehicles help owners overcome the freeze
The Met Office has issued warnings of hazardous road conditions after freezing temperatures hit the UK with snow falling in many parts. Despite this, Land Rover owners can count on the all-round capabilities of their vehicles to help them reach their destinations.
Renault Megane Trophy debuts at Autosport International
Renault’s New Megane Trophy makes its UK debut alongside its hardcore road-going sister Megane Renaultsport R26.R in a one-two that is guaranteed to wow the crowds at Autosport International, the world’s biggest motorsport show, on 8th-11th January, 2009.