Car News
Top 10 green cars to beat the credit crunch
With credit well and truly 'crunched', and a repeat of this summer's soaring fuel prices highly likely, there cannot be a better time to buy a low-cost, fuel-efficient car.
Nissan 370Z: More agile, more compact, more enjoyable
In the first full redesign of the iconic Nissan Z since its re-introduction in 2003, the new 370Z now sports a shorter wheelbase, greater use of lightweight body materials, new engine with more horsepower and a new 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, as well as the world’s first synchronised down/up shift rev control system for the manual transmission.
Nissan Cube goes global
In 2002, an all-new second generation Nissan Cube was introduced in the Japanese market. More spacious inside, more glass outside, with more power and, more importantly, a few more angles and curved surface details added to its compact, slab-sided exterior.
Peugeot 308 helps reduce motoring costs
Both family and company car drivers don’t need to downsize to a smaller car in order to counter the rising costs of motoring, according to Peugeot.
Luxury cars now available without the matching price tag
New research by EurotaxGlass’s, publisher of Glass’s Guide, suggests that the current economic downturn has contributed to a pronounced increase in rates of depreciation for large luxury saloon cars – the traditional wheels of choice for high-flying executives.
All-new Mazda3 four-door sedan
Developed in line with Mazda’s Sustainable Zoom-Zoom philosophy of engineering vehicles that are fun to drive, satisfying to own, and environmentally responsible, the all-new Mazda3 is one of the most anticipated new models being revealed at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Renault launches new Alliance V6 dCi engine
The Renault-Nissan Alliance unveiled its brand-new V6 dCi diesel engine in the Laguna Coupé at the Paris Motor Show, in October. This engine is the first diesel V6 engine developed and produced by the Renault-Nissan Alliance.
Car dealers must make better use of data and technology
Car dealers must make better use of data, technology and processes to underpin interaction with their customers and prospects if they are to succeed in the face of the current economic slowdown.
365 day test drive
Lexus know that when drivers try a hybrid they like it, so it is no surprise the latest winner of the 365 day test drive is pleased.
Europe falling in love with auto transmissions?
It is conventional wisdom that American motorists like an automatic transmission in their cars and that Europeans drivers do not.
Nissan supports Code of Practice for Service and Repair
Nissan Motor (GB) Limited has made the new Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair compulsory for its entire network of 180 franchised dealers and authorised repairers across the UK and Northern Ireland.
Lamborghini Reventon number 20 arrives in UK
Lamborghini delivered the last of its 20, one million euro plus taxes, Reventón cars this week, to a British customer of the official Midlands dealer, Lamborghini Birmingham.
SMMT calls for government action to support automotive sector
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) have sent a joint letter to the chancellor, The Rt Hon Alistair Darling MP, and business secretary, Lord Mandelson, regarding the impact of the current economic crisis on the UK motor industry.
Class-leading features for new Forester Turbo Diesel
Subaru’s widely-acclaimed new Boxer Diesel engine is now available in the new Forester where it is expected to account for 80 per cent of sales and eventually turn it into Subaru’s best-selling model.
DriveTech provides a vital element for Total Fleet
The Berkshire-based driver education specialist, DriveTech, has been chosen as sole supplier of driver risk management products and services to Total Fleet Services, one of the largest UK fleet management companies.