Car News

Nissan selected for Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index

Nissan has made the list of Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI) for the second consecutive year. The CDLI recognises companies that demonstrate progressive strategies and information disclosure regarding climate change. Nissan and Renault were the only two automakers on the list this year.

Comfort & entertainment the key for female drivers

A recent survey conducted amongst female drivers on behalf of GM Fleet showed an overwhelming majority of women would put an in-built satellite navigation device at the top of their wish list when it comes to selecting options for their next car.

Young Driver of the Year presented with new Peugeot 107

Karl Fowler, 21, has been crowned winner of the second Coventry and Warwickshire Young Driver of the Year Competition sponsored by Peugeot Motor Company Plc.

Skoda Superb on fleet books from £199

The brand New Superb is available to business customers from just £199 per month (plus VAT and initial rental) with an introductory offer from Skoda Finance for quarter four of 2008.

European car market struggling as economies suffer

JATO Dynamics, the world’s leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, reports that the total European car market has fallen by 8.3% (116,627 units) in September to 1,284,757 units. The Year-to-date total stands at 11,515,898 units, 4.4% (or 527,810 units) lower than in the same period in 2007.

Drivers downsize as credit crunch bites

Over a third of used car buyers are looking to counteract rising motoring charges and challenging economic conditions by downsizing to a smaller, more cost-effective car.

Renault Clio Sport Tourer – The frugal choice

Renault’s eco² credentials keep on growing with the success of the Clio Sport Tourer in Fleet World magazine’s MPG Marathon, having achieved a 27% improvement in its fuel economy during the two-day 411 miles event.

Skoda Fabia Sport gets sportier

Skoda has raised the stakes against its competitors by lowering the Fabia Sport by 15mm and giving it a sportier poise.

Motorists and cyclists: share the road

With motoring costs ever increasing, there has been a tremendous growth in the number of cyclists.

Jaguar XF makes strong debut

The much-anticipated new Jaguar XF model made its official used market debut in a special sale staged at BCA Nottingham on 25th September.

Volkswagen announce prices for new Golf

Prices have been announced for the sixth generation Golf and customers can now place an order for the new model in a Volkswagen Retailer ahead of the cars arriving in the UK in January.

18 years old - and off the road

A scheme to encourage the scrapping of old cars to increase the rate at which motorists trade them for newer, more fuel-efficient models, could achieve environmental benefits according to new research published by the Royal Automobile Club Foundation.