Car News
New Panda Cross excels on and off the beaten track
A stylish new version of Fiat’s top-selling Panda has just gone on sale in the UK – offering a combination of serious 4x4 potential with manoeuvrable city car know-how.
Peugeot: A Le Mans Series title to defend
The first three rounds of this year’s 2008 Le Mans Series saw Peugeot Sport take all three wins ahead of rivals, Audi.
Start alert, stay alert
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) calls driver fatigue a silent killer and in a sense, that is just what it is.
Enhanced Global Presence for Parts Certification Scheme
Thatcham, the insurer funded research centre, are announcing changes to their aftermarket crash parts accreditation scheme, with the news that from September 1st the programme is to align with TÜV Rheinland, the leading German certification body, creating a new joined up approach to parts certification.
Peugeot releases a new type of lion
To assist customers in identifying the cleanest and most environmentally friendly vehicles in its model range, Peugeot has introduced the Blue Lion standard.
Allianz introduces Kitemark for motor repairers
From the July 1, 2009 Allianz's 173-strong approved repairer network will be required to conform to the new PAS 125 BSI Kite Mark specification.
Foxy recruits female friendly garages and dealerships
New and independent website FOXY Choice is offering garages and dealerships a unique opportunity to promote their female friendly credentials to women drivers.
Don't leave home without it
With the difficult economic situation, people are forsaking holidays abroad in favour of inexpensive camping and caravanning breaks in the UK. Sadly, many newcomers to such holidays may have their enjoyment diminished by lack of experience and knowledge.
The Aston Martin One-77
Aston Martin has released a snapshot of the stunning new One-77; the ultimate creative interpretation of the renowned British marque.
Aspid attracts customers, media and motor industry alike
More than 100 potential customers have signed up for an exclusive two days of high performance motoring thrills test driving the new Aspid sports car. Following the successful introduction of the car, IFR Automotive is now seeking to create a network of international dealers.
Rodeo bull riders raise money for charity
Isuzu (UK) Limited treated the 70,000-strong crowd at the Balmoral Show 2008 to some wild-west wackiness with a bucking bull, raising much needed funds for both local and national charities.
Daihatsu launches ‘National Cheaper Motoring Campaign’
Daihatsu is launching a ‘National Cheaper Motoring Campaign’ to highlight the low running costs of its cars.
Petrol profiteering claims ridiculous say PRA
‘The price of petrol at the pump is influenced by more than just the price of crude oil, so recent claims that forecourt retailers are not reducing the price of fuel at the pump fast enough to match the drop in the crude price are laughable,’
Mitsubishi Motors sales and export figures for June 2008
Total global production came in at 108,603 units, a decline of 7.4 percent over June last year and marking the fourth consecutive monthly decrease.
Motorists willing to pay the price for petrol
Petrol prices would have to reach an extortionate average of £1.75 per litre for motorists to even consider hanging up their car keys in favour of public transport.