Car News
Devon motorists ‘Choose ESC!’
A group of Devon motorists experienced firsthand a life saving technology called ESC (Electronic Stability Control), which prevents cars skidding sideways, and could prevent 1,000 accidents and save 10 lives every year on Devon’s roads if fitted as standard to all cars.
Daihatsu increases dealer drive into Maidenhead
Japanese compact car specialist Daihatsu has increased its UK dealer representation in Maidenhead following the appointment of Maidenhead Daihatsu.
Volvo launches bespoke luggage in collaboration with Ilse Crawford
Volvo has linked up with the renowned British designer Ilse Crawford of Studioilse to create a limited edition weekend travel bag, produced in Volvo’s contemporary upholstery leather.
Cadillac scales steps to Royal Automobile Club
Pedestrians and drivers witnessed an astonishing sight this morning when a car was brought into a London private members club.
Ford Model T contest: European entry wins worldwide competition
A century after the Model T put the world on wheels, Ford Motor Company has announced the winners of a global competition that challenged five universities to create a similarly revolutionary vehicle concept.
Toyota iQ: Six degrees of innovation
In spite of its small dimensions, iQ is the fruit of some very big ideas in how to design and engineer small cars. Success in creating a vehicle that is less than three metres long, yet has space for four seats on board was made possible thanks to a series of six interlinked technical and packaging innovations, pioneering work that rewrites the rulebook on car design.
Highways Agency provides data for Google maps traffic function
The Highways Agency has made its traffic data available to Google for use within their brand new Google Maps traffic feature.
Export sales surge for UK car parts supplier
As the value of the UK Pound shrinks, sales of replacement car parts to Europe are surging according to a recent report.
Fiats London flagship hosts international art exhibition
Fiat’s London flagship site has been chosen as the venue for a top international art exhibition. The site, Wigmore Street-based Fiat Marylebone, was designed with art and fashion shows in mind as well as the ability to display cars, and has proved the perfect venue for this latest press preview and VIP reception of the Stop, Breathe, Respect exhibition from Italian artist Fabio Pietrantonio.
car2go – as easy as using a mobile phone
With car2go, Daimler is launching a completely new mobility concept and is providing a future-oriented answer to increasing traffic volume in urban areas. “car2go is an intelligent and creative solution that provides a simple, flexible and value-for-money approach to mobility with environmentally-friendly vehicles”
Correct tyre pressures help drivers to stay on track
As part of Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe warns motorists about the adverse effects in vehicle handling occurring as a result of driving on under-inflated tyres.
Audi selects Alcoa wheel’s Dura-Bright technology for new A6
Audi AG has selected Alcoa to supply forged aluminium wheels with Dura-Bright technology surface treatment for the new 2009 Audi A6 recently debuting at the Paris International Motor Show.
Micheldever on track in top league table
Micheldever – the UK’s largest independent tyre wholesaler, distributor and retailer – has jumped 49 places to 154th position in the annual Sunday Times HSBC Top Track 250 league table of the best performing mid-market private companies,
A fair and transparent approach to car taxes
The Government must use the forthcoming Pre-Budget Report to clear up all remaining uncertainty surrounding the major Corporation Tax Review planned for April 2009.
Land Rover aim for the bullseye to sharpen their staff
To complement traditional manuals and learning materials, web design specialist, Netro42, was commissioned to create a new and engaging way of educating staff for this year's Land Rover Brand Challenge.