Car News

Scrap VED refund change RMIF tells government

Changes to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) coming into force on 1 January 2009 will have a negative effect on car dealer cash flow, with a resulting impact on business viability, and additional expense for consumers warns the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF).

Subaru to withdraw from World Rally Championship

Subaru has announced its decision to withdraw from the 2009 World Rally Championship.

EOS and Renault-Nissan to build zero-emission future in Switzerland

Swiss electric utility company Energie Ouest Suisse (EOS) and the Renault-Nissan Alliance have announced they are working together to develop solutions for zero-emission mobility in Switzerland through the promotion of electric vehicles and the establishment of a battery-charging network.

Volvo S60 Concept: A glimpse of the next generation Volvo S60

Here are the first images of the Volvo S60 Concept car which will be unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show in early January 2009. The Concept gives an indication of what the all-new Volvo S60 will look like when it's launched in 2010.

Weather puts skids under motorists

With the Met Office forecasting a colder end to this year than last, specialist insurer for the over 50s, RIAS, is warning motorists to take a few precautions before setting out on journeys this autumn and winter.

Motor mayhem for festive getaways

With the longest night of the year just around the corner, the Winter Solstice (21 December) is a timely reminder for motorists to take care behind the wheel.

Credit crunch Christmas keeps Brits at home

It's going to be a quieter Christmas on the roads, predicts the AA. New research shows the roads look set to be quieter than usual over the festive season, with 65 per cent of people questioned saying they will be avoiding travelling and staying at home.

LPG affordability increases with lower prices

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is now an even better option to petrol than diesel, claims Calor's Autogas Development Executive, Chris Taylor.

New motoring sales in 2009 for Bonhams

Bonhams is delighted to announce its global motoring sales schedule for 2009. There are a number of enhancements to the calendar next year, including the location of its first UK sale in March.

Peugeot appoints DHL Inside Track to deliver events programme

DHL Inside Track has been awarded a three year contract to deliver over 200 corporate, dealer network and fleet events for Peugeot. The automotive event specialist will provide ongoing support to the car manufacturer’s corporate team and its dealership networks across the UK and Northern Ireland.

Rinspeed iChange premieres at Geneva Motor Show 2009

World premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show (March 5th thru March 15th 2009) with the "iChange" the Swiss designers of Rinspeed present a "1-2-3-seater" powered by a 130kw-electric motor.

EOBD Approval for Bosch MOT testing equipment

Difficulties in gaining accurate engine speed and temperature measurements in MOT tests could be a thing of the past thanks to Bosch. The company has announced that it has been given the green light to use EOBD for engine speed and temperature measurement on its BEA range of emissions equipment for MOT testing.