Car News

Race Retro gears up for a new era

Race Retro, the international historic motorsport show, is gearing up for a new era in 2009. With a new promoter taking over pole position, the three day show will pay tribute to all forms of motorsport, from the historic to the high speed and the rare to the retro.

Ricardo launches new software to improve vehicle safety

Ricardo has announced the launch of AutoFMEATM (Failure Mode Effects Analysis), an engineering analysis tool designed to help ensure the safety and reliability of increasingly complex automotive systems and controls.

All-electric MINI E to be unveiled at Los Angeles Auto Show

BMW Group will present the new, electrically-powered MINI E to the global media for the first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show on 19/20 November 2008. 500 MINI E vehicles will then be shipped to the US states of California, New York and New Jersey for testing with private and corporate customers.

Lewis Hamilton chooses another GL-Class for his weekday work

Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton is about to get behind the wheel of another Mercedes-Benz GL-Class – his preferred car choice when away from the racetrack.

Bogie wins Mitsubishi Championship on tie-break

David Bogie crossed the line of this weekend’s Bulldog Rally to finish fifth in the final round of the Mitsubishi Ralliart Evolution Challenge and, in doing so, became the 2008 Champion.

Renault Laguna Coupe pricing announced

Following its world show debut in Paris earlier this month, Renault has now confirmed pricing for its eagerly-awaited New Laguna Coupé, ranging from £20,995 to £27,995.

Eco-Log drives to class honours at the MPG Marathon

New technology that shows drivers exactly how driving style affects fuel consumption and CO2 emissions has demonstrated class-leading performance in this year’s MPG Marathon.

Classic’s enjoy Indian Summer

Maybe it is the unseasonably warm October weather, but classic car enthusiasts continue to ignore the cold fingers of recession as BCA’s latest sale confirms.

BCA September used car market overview

According to the latest data from BCA, the used car market appeared to be stabilising in September and even showed signs of a minor recovery. However, September is traditionally one of the strongest months for average values and year-on-year values remained well behind 2007.

Proving Safe Repair – The Thatcham Method

The primary aim of Thatcham’s Safe Repair Project is to validate repairs on vehicles where there are known substantial differences in panel joining methods from the processes used in manufacture.

SsangYong appoints three more dealers in South of England

SsangYong distributor Koelliker UK Ltd (KUK) has appointed two new dealerships in Croydon and Farnham, Surrey, and a new service dealer in Andover. All three dealer principals were guests of SsangYong at this month’s Paris Motor Show to see the new C200 concept car that signals the future direction for the South Korean manufacturer.

Hagerty adopts classic car ‘bible’

Hagerty has adopted publication of the Bolaffi catalogue, ensuring that the signature classic car ‘bible’ on trends and values will continue to benefit subscribers worldwide. The catalogue was first published in 1995 by Adolfo Orsi Jnr, grandson of ‘Mr Maserati’, Adolfo Orsi, and remains today the most comprehensive reference source on annual auction results.