Car News
Thule Excellence: The roof box has evolved
Thule, the world’s largest manufacturer of car roof rack systems, roof boxes and accessories have unveiled a new super-power of the roof box world - the exclusive 520 litre Thule Excellence.
Toyota offers Gentex mirror-based backup Camera Display on SUV
Gentex has announced that it is shipping its Rear Camera Display (RCD) Mirror and base feature auto-dimming mirrors for the 2009 Toyota RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV).
Mondial Assistance wins the confidence of TUI
Mondial Assistance has won a major new contract with leisure travel group, TUI Travel UK & Ireland, to provide a complete travel insurance solution for its Agents and Customers alike.
Small fall in wholesale used car prices
Manheim’s latest monthly Market Analysis reports that, at £5,905, the average wholesale used car selling price was 1.6% (£97) down in November compared with a 4.4% (£278) fall in October. The average selling price was 15.0% (£1,046) lower that in November 2007.
Night vision and adaptive cruise control top of car buyers wish list
Night vision and adaptive cruise control are the two pieces of technology that Britain’s drivers would most like to see on their next car, according to a survey by MSN Cars.
New dealers recognise strength of Mitsubishi’s UK franchise
In the midst of uncertainty in the UK and global automotive sector, Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is delighted to introduce three new multi-franchise dealerships: Anthony Betts, Souls and Sparshatts Mitsubishi.
Pay per mile proves popular
New research finds support for the government’s plans consider vehicle mileage as well as CO2 emissions within the motoring taxation system.
Economic downturn driving consumers to buy cars on the Internet
With the economic downturn looming consumers are increasingly trying to save money on their purchases and are moving online to do so.
TD-turbocharged cars wipe the floors in Toyota Sprint Series 2008
In its very first year, the Toyota Sprint Series (TSS), which is backed by Toyota themselves, exceeded all expectations and has proved to be a thrilling and dramatic championship at an affordable level.
The car enthusiast’s Christmas wishlist
World-renowned, leading turbocharger specialists, Turbo Dynamics, are offering a one-stop shopping experience this Christmas for everyone buying presents for car enthusiasts, be it their partners, siblings or friends.
Bah Humbug! Little merriment for motorists at Christmas
UK motorists have cited ‘Driving home for Christmas’ as one of the biggest causes of stress over the festive season, according to the latest survey by used car portal Motors.co.uk.
Kah:inspect - Next generation inspection software
Kah Systems, the UK’s leading vehicle inspection technology specialists and part of Manheim DeFleet Services, has launched a new version of its unique inspection software, building on the well established and successful Kah D:Fleet application.
Lotus Evora wins another award
The new Lotus Evora has added yet another award to its growing trophy cabinet, this time for iMotor Magazine’s “Overall Most Rated Car of 2008”.
Europ Assistance launches free vehicle inspections
The nation’s two million motorists who enjoy comprehensive breakdown cover from Europ Assistance can now take advantage of a complimentary new service which has been launched in conjunction with one of the country’s largest fast-fit networks.
Solomon Alsberg selects Alcoa
Leading maker of forged aluminium wheels, Alcoa, is now supplying lightweight forgings for Solomon Alsberg’s range of exclusive quality alloy wheels. Specialising in the niche vehicle tuning and customisation markets, Russia based Solomon Alsberg demanded high quality metallurgy, strength, style and lightness for its expanding customer base.