Car News
A sign of the times
This week the DfT (Department for Transport) announced the intention to review traffic signs in a bid to reduce street clutter, congestion and CO2 emissions. The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) welcomed the review; maintaining good traffic signing makes driving safer and less stressful.
Land Rover Discovery 3 voted Best Used 4x4
The Land Rover Discovery 3, one of the most decorated 4x4s ever, scooped yet another accolade today, having been voted the Best Used 4x4 by What Car? Magazine.
Ford applauds rise of Essex Eagles
Ford has joined in its home county's cricket celebrations after Essex won the Pro40 Division Two title and the side's talented all-rounder Ravi Bopara was declared Young Player of the Year.
Supreme service reaps reward
Staff at three Ford dealerships have received the highest possible accolade from the company for their focus on customer service.
Early Clio interest in Renault’s 35th year
Before the 2008 ELF Renault Clio Cup season has officially ended, enquiries are being fielded regarding the 2009 season, which will mark the 35th anniversary of Renault’s one-make saloon-car debut in UK motorsport.
Unipart raises over £2,000 for BEN
Unipart Automotive and its customers and suppliers have raised over £2,000 for automotive industry charity BEN through their annual golf championship held on Thursday 11 September 2008.
Nissan 350Z What Car? Used Car of the Year ‘Best Sports Car’
The What Car? editorial team has chosen the Nissan 350Z as ‘Best Sports Car’ in this year’s used car awards.
Audi backed ‘Travolution’ project gets the green light
Frustrating, fuel-sapping stops at red traffic lights could soon be the exception rather than the rule thanks to a new initiative being championed by Audi aimed at streamlining urban traffic flow and reducing CO2 emissions.
Volt, Orlando, Cruze, Camaro – Four see Chevrolet’s future
Not one, nor two nor even three major debuts is good enough for Chevrolet – the 2008 Paris Motor Show will see four brand new cars sharing the limelight as the company proves its commitment to growing its sales in Europe.
Roswell visits the Goodwood Revival
A mystery that’s out of this world has descended on the Goodwood Motor Circuit just 24 hours before the annual Goodwood Revival meeting – the world’s most authentic historic motor racing event – gets underway (19-21 September).
Emotion and passion at Ferrari California world premiere
The Ferrari California world premiere ended late last night with more than 1,000 guests from all over the world at Los Angeles and Maranello.
Tis the season to enjoy top sound quality
Not sure what to buy your loved one this Christmas, why not treat them to some awesome Alpine sound quality whilst they are on the move. With a whole range of In-Car Entertainment systems from Alpine Electronics, they will make the perfect gift this festive season.
Sat-nav solution for disabled driving community
Navevo, specialist GPS software developer, has announced the launch of BBNav, the first dedicated Blue Badge sat-nav solution, specifically designed to support disabled drivers and those caring for the disabled, such as their families or carers.
High petrol costs set to spark car sharing trend
Brits are on course to become a nation of car sharers, AA Insurance research has predicted. Almost half (47%) of the population are now considering car sharing, despite only one in ten (11%) people admitting to currently doing so more than once week.
SERVICEPower partners with TomTom
SERVICEPower, a market leader for outsourced service and field management, today announces a technology partnership with TomTom, to integrate the TomTom WORK fleet management solutions with SERVICEPower’s best in class workforce scheduling optimisation technology.