Car News
New Porsche Boxster unveiled at Los Angeles Auto Show
In 1948, the 356 was the first sports car to bear the Porsche name, and in July that year the lightweight mid-engined roadster achieved its first motorsport victory.
New Porsche Cayman with increased power and efficiency
Porsche is presenting the second generation of the mid-engined Cayman sports coupe at the Los Angeles Motor Show (November 21 – 30) this week.
Lotus wins Autocar’s “Editor’s Special Award for Excellence”
This prestigious award comes just a week after Lotus announced a £2 million profit for the last financial year, citing the growth of Lotus as a world leading high technology, ecological automotive engineering consultancy and the unveiling of the visually stunning Lotus Evora, the first new Lotus for 13 years, as amongst the key reasons for the accolade.
Volkswagen and Ford retain ACFO Car and Vans of the Year Awards
Value for money and vehicle reliability are vital characteristics for cars and vans winning fleet decision-makers’ plaudits and those features were crucial in Volkswagen and Ford retaining their respective ACFO Car and Vans of the Year Awards.
‘Run What You Brung’ - Making motorsport attainable
In a Gatso-ridden World, Santa Pod Raceway in Northants are doing their bit to provide high-octane thrills at low-octane prices.
Unprotected drivers lose £120 million in ‘roadside roulette’
More than £120 million has been lost in the last year by drivers who broke down after playing ‘roadside roulette' and gambling wrongly that they wouldn't need breakdown cover, according to the AA.
Motorists urged to protect their vehicles from the cold-snap
With a freezing winter on the cards, drivers need to protect their cars from the icy conditions which the UK is likely to experience.
Stop (and start) press: Auris gains the environmental edge
The Toyota Auris gains a competitive advantage in the C-segment hatchback market with the introduction of a new engine that delivers lower emissions, better fuel economy and improved power and torque.
The new BMW 7 Series
The launch of the new BMW 7 Series on 15 November heralded the arrival of a host of world-first driver and passenger-focussed technologies.
Auto Windscreens Apprentice named as best in the glass industry
Auto Windscreens has been recognised for having the UK’s top apprentice in the entire glass industry in 2008.
BP launches Car and Van Fuel Efficiency Awards
BP has launched the ‘BP Car and Van Fleet Fuel Efficiency Awards 2009’ in recognition of the efforts being made by car and van fleets who are proactively striving to reduce their fuel consumption and emissions.
Volvo announces Greenline initiative
To help keep Volvo servicing as environmentally friendly as possible, the Swedish vehicle manufacturer has introduced its Greenline range of renewed vehicle components which are procured by recycling components from scrapped Volvos.
Alfa Romeo launches Cloverleaf Club
To celebrate the launch of Alfa Romeo’s Cloverleaf Club, the Italian sporting car manufacturer recently commissioned a national survey to find the luckiest charm.
Eurotunnel welcomes Beaujolais Run
Motor racing legend Sir Stirling Moss flagged off 50 cars as this years Hackett Beaujolais Run got underway in London.
London Motorsport Show with Race Car Live heads for starting line
The final preparations are underway for the London Motorsport Show incorporating Race Car Live, which takes place at Brands Hatch this weekend (22nd/23rd November), as it heads for the starting line.