Car News
Mazda global sales volume up 6 percent year-on-year
In the first half of FY2008, Mazda’s global sales volume was 701,000 units, up 6 percent year-on-year, on contributions from the Mazda2 (known as the Demio in Japan) and Mazda6 (Atenza) which were launched last fiscal year.
Haynes launches the RAV4 Owners Workshop Manual
The Toyota RAV4 (Recreational Activity Vehicle with 4 wheel drive) was introduced in 1994 to widespread acclaim, attracting comments such as “the hottest thing in Japan since Sony invented the walkman” and “the most civilised, car-like machine yet in its segment”.
ARPRO improves NVH performance in automotive interiors
Automotive engineers are benefitting from a new form of ARPRO in key applications. ARPRO Porous allows OEMs to reduce weight as well as noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), with tests showing noise reduction levels of up to ten times that of alternative materials.
Lamborghini establishes new branch in People´s Republic of China
As part of the strategy to further expand its global business activities, Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. will found a branch in China. Following a recent decision by the Board of Management, the Italian luxury sportscar manufacturer will establish Automobili Lamborghini China in the country´s capital city Beijing and will start operations at the beginning of 2009.
Volkswagen increases operating profit by 15%
The Volkswagen Group increased its deliveries, sales revenue and profit in the first nine months of the current fiscal year despite the adverse macroeconomic environment and the worsening financial crisis. Operating profit improved significantly by 15% to €4.9 billion.
Volkswagen offers more value for money with new Eos line-up
Volkswagen has expanded its Eos convertible coupé range, introducing a new entry-level model with a lower price and offering customers better value than ever.
‘Kia Advance’ achieves QAA stamp of approval
Kia Academy, the dealer training division of Kia Motors (UK) Limited, has achieved the highest stamp of approval from IMI Awards for their non-technical dealer training programme.
Lotus 2-Eleven wins its stripes at MPH featuring Top Gear Live
Surrey-based Lotus dealership, Bell & Colvill, will be displaying a very special, bespoke edition of the awesome Lotus 2-Eleven at this year’s MPH The Prestige & Performance Motor show featuring Top Gear Live starting at Earls Court, London on 30th October.
RS Spyder Design alloy wheels for Porsche 911 Turbo
A special design of alloy wheel, derived from those on the Porsche RS Spyder racing car, is now available exclusively for the 911 Turbo model.
Volkswagen in Fuel Economy Guide 2009
The Jetta TDI is amongst the ten most fuel efficient vehicles on the US market. In the recently published “Fuel Economy Guide 2009” the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) listed the Jetta TDI in the top ten low consumption and low emissions vehicles.
Flexible working makes Fridays not so fatal
Changes in working patterns have reduced death and serious injury on the roads at peak times on Fridays, according to analysis by AA road safety experts for Workwise UK’s Commute Smart Week.
Leasedrive Velo Group launches EnviroDrive
A green company car salary sacrifice scheme called EnviroDrive, offering cost saving and environmental benefits to both employer and employee, has been launched by Leasedrive Velo Group, one of the largest independent privately-owned vehicle management groups in the UK.
FREEdom for spectators on London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
The London to Brighton Veteran Car Run (LBVCR), the world's longest running motoring event, offers a great day out for the whole family and is completely free for the general public to spectate on Saturday 1 November in Regent Street and on Sunday 2 November between Hyde Park, London and Madeira Drive in Brighton.
Porsche: Partial settlement of hedging transactions planned
Porsche Automobil Holding SE, Stuttgart, has information that speculative short sellers have had to buy Volkswagen ordinary shares in order to fulfil their delivery obligations.
Ending the Scandal of Complacency: Road Safety beyond 2010
The Transport Committee calls for a much bolder strategy to address road safety calling it the "major public health problem of our age."