Car News
Youngsters get extra time on driving consultation
The consultation period on Learning to Drive - which considers possible changes to the way new drivers are trained and tested - has been extended by an extra 30 days and will now conclude on Monday, October 6.
Mitsubishi enters two cars in Ulster Rally
Mitsubishi Motors UK has confirmed that it has entered a second car in the forthcoming Todds Leap Ulster Rally, round four of the Tesco 99 Octane MSA British Rally Championship, for Gwyndaf Evans.
Royce Roberts drives success forward with Skoda
Retailer Royce Roberts has joined the rapidly expanding Skoda brand by taking over ownership of Barkers of Hull, offering a full range of Skoda models.
Motor racing stars to race under the stars at Goodwood Revival
The Goodwood Revival – taking place from 19-21 September – will celebrate two key events in 2008, with the 60th anniversary of motor racing at the famous Goodwood motor circuit and the 10th anniversary of the Revival meeting itself.
Key moment for Seat’s first DVLA winners
The first lucky winners of the new Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency online prize draw, run in association with SEAT, have been presented with the keys to their prizes; each one scooping a smart new Ibiza Ecomotive.
Smartwax Concours Paste Wax
Although few people can devote the time and dedication required to win concours events, everybody wants their car, motorbike or boat to look like a show-stopper.
Consumer confidence weakens car demand in July
The new car market fell by 13.0% in July – the steepest decline since December 2006, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The shortfall was more pronounced than expected and reflects growing concerns of weaker consumer confidence.
Beijing Olympics debut for Chery hybrid vehicles
As a part of the transportation arrangements for the Beijing Olympics, a 50-unit fleet of hybrid vehicles co-developed with Ricardo is being provided by Chery Automobile Company Ltd.
Top Toyota dealer chooses HPI
HPI announces a new three year contract with Jemca, one of the largest Toyota groups in the South East. Under the new agreement, HPI will provide a range of services including its NMR investigations, Dealer Exchange, HPI’s revolutionary online stock location and online publishing system, and short-term insurance cover product, Driveaway.
Nissan sales increase
Nissan has reported 53,162 sales in Europe in July representing an increase of 11% year on year. A total of 393,965 units have been sold since January 2008, up by 22% compared to the previous year.
Lotus introduces ‘Safe & Sound’ Hybrid
Lotus Engineering, the world renowned automotive consultancy division of Lotus, has developed technologies to synthesise external sound on electric and hybrid vehicles to counteract the growing concern these ‘quiet’ vehicles pose to pedestrians and cyclists.
Used car values fall faster as credit crunch bites
Used car values will fall by at least 12 per cent between now and Christmas, as retail demand continues to ease back and second-hand vehicles of most types remain in plentiful supply, reports EurotaxGlass’s, publisher of Glass’s Guide.
Armor All looks after your leather
With the welcome return of warmer weather, Armor All Leather Wipes are the ideal way to protect the lustrous look of your leather interior, from the deterioration caused by the sun’s UV rays. Leather Wipes help maintain the suppleness of your seats and prevent the drying out that inevitably occurs as a result of the sun’s rays, as well as combating the modern in-car optional extras like air-conditioning and heated seats that can lead to a drying-out of leather’s natural properties.
Cadillac CTS - New technology, design and a hand-crafted interior
The all-new 2009 Cadillac CTS luxury saloon arrives in UK showrooms from 1 September 2008. With a dramatic coupe-like profile, the new right-hand drive CTS has a lavish specification as standard.
Nissan previews next generation environmental vehicles
Nissan has unveiled all-electric and original hybrid electric prototype vehicles, both powered by advanced lithium-ion batteries.