Car News
Big fall in child injuries following new car seat laws
The number of children under 12 injured in car accidents in Great Britain fell by more than 1,000 in the first full year since the introduction of the new car seat law, according to new figures.
Young drivers' report card reads "good effort: must try harder"
Welcoming the news that 229 fewer people were killed on the UK's roads in 2007 than in 2006, bringing the total number of fatalities below 3,000 for the first time ever, the RAC Foundation's analysis of Road Casualties Great Britan: 2007
Astra joins the new Vauxhall low emissions fleet line up
As the credit crunch bites, and fuel bills hit record highs, environmental concerns and cost efficiency have become more important to fleet decision makers and drivers than ever.
Nissan sales, production and export for August 2008
Nissan has announced its sales, production and export results for August 2008.
Unbeatable bang per buck: Corvette ZR1 price released
The astonishing 205 mph Corvette ZR1, available to order from UK Corvette retailers from October 2008, will be priced from £109,000 on-the-road. The fastest ever car from General Motors is by far the best value 200+ mph supercar on sale in the UK.
EurotaxGlass’s predicts class-leading residual values for Insignia
Vauxhall’s new Insignia family car, widely billed as one of the most significant new car launches of 2008, is predicted to achieve significantly higher residual values than the Vectra model it replaces, according to EurotaxGlass’s.
Mazda to commence car transport on Trans-Siberian railroad
Mazda will begin large-scale transportation of vehicles to Russia using the Trans-Siberian Railroad (TSR), it was announced today. Mazda becomes the first car manufacturer to adopt this transport system for regular use.
How to make the most out of selling at auction
In the current economic climate, getting the auction process right is absolutely vital for successful vendors as well as for those vendors who are considering auctions for the first time.
Making a noise for electric and hybrid vehicles
Concerns over the safety of super-quiet hybrid and electric cars do not seem to trouble the UK public, according to research from TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk.
The Classic Cutaways
The iconic cutaway illustrations on the front covers of Haynes car manuals have been an unmistakable identifying feature for more than 40 years.
How to exit a car like a lady whatever your skirt length
As 64 per cent of women admit to accidentally ‘flashing' as they get out of a car, Sheilas' Wheels unveils the ‘Exi-quette Car Curtain'.
Not so super fuel
Fuel companies make bold claims for ‘super fuels', but Which? Car reveals that they don't save you money, improve your car's performance, or save the environment.
Ego for Bentley
Bentley is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership between Ego Lifestyle and Bentley Motors resulting in a limited edition luxury notebook, known as ‘Ego for Bentley’. No more than 250 pieces will be retailed globally in high-end stores from autumn 2008.
Stockinger for Bentley safes
Featuring sleek luxury in design and polished perfection in technology, Bentley’s new partnership with Stockinger Safety First Class exemplifies a singular level of commitment to engineering and craftsmanship.
Turbo Dynamics go to Germany
England’s turbocharger specialists, Turbo Dynamics went to Germany this month for the greatest automotive trade fair in the world: Automechanika. Running for a week in Frankfurt biannually, Automechanika is estimated to be over twelve times the size of Britain’s NEC and to attract 160,000 people!