Car News

Volkswagen unveils sixth generation of iconic Golf model
Five generations, 34 years and over 26 million vehicles after the original first went on sale, the sixth generation of the Golf has been unveiled.

RS 6, TTS and R8 headline in Advanced Audi Driving Experience
The most impressive roster of very high performance models ever gathered together by Audi awaits enthusiasts on a new and even more advanced series of driving courses available throughout the summer and autumn at Northamptonshire’s Rockingham National Motor Speedway.

Drive it to win it
There are many good reasons to test drive a Toyota, but this summer the best of all is the fact it could win you a new car.
Visitor numbers up 14% at British International Motor Show
The organisers of this summer’s British International Motor Show, sponsored by Zurich Connect, have announced that 472,300 people visited the ExCeL-based event – a huge increase on the 415,000 who came to the successful 2006 exhibition.

Nissan previews all-around “collision free” prototype
Nissan has unveiled an All-Around Collision Free prototype incorporating two all-new technologies – Side Collision Prevention (SCP) and Back-up Collision Prevention (BCP).

World first ECO Pedal helps reduce fuel consumption
Nissan has unveiled the ECO Pedal – a world first technology – designed to assist drivers to become more fuel-efficient.

Mazda’s commitment aims to enhance world’s largest triathlon
This year the Mazda London Triathlon, the world’s largest swim-bike-run event, sees the new headline sponsor, Mazda Motors UK, aiming to enhance and demonstrate its commitment to the event by introducing new elements for participants and spectators to enjoy.
Warranty Direct launches Green Warranty
Warranty Direct, the leading automotive warranty provider, has launched the Green Warranty to support motorists of Low CO2 emitting vehicles and those looking to off-set their carbon footprint.

BMW ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe
The factor with which the new D3 Coupe is best compared to its rivals is its Power-To-Weight ratio; an equation commonly applied in motor sport.
The SL Rally arrives at Mercedes-Benz World
Members of the world’s oldest Mercedes-Benz Club will descend on Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge, Surrey, on Sunday 10 August for their annual SL Rally.

Autumn Italian Car Day – Sunday 14th September 2008
The annual Autumn Italian Car Day at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon, takes place on Sunday 14th September and promises a strong Lamborghini element. The Lamborghini Club UK (LCUK) is holding its ‘Car of the Year Awards’ at the event and LCUK expects a large number of Lambos to attend, both classic and modern.

Podium finish for young British team at Spa 24 Hours
UK-based Gigawave MotorSport has clinched a podium finish in one of the toughest races in the world, the Total Spa 24 Hours. The Gigawave MotorSport DBR9 finished third overall in what was the young team’s fifth ever race, the only Aston Martin to complete the 24-hour endurance event around the legendary Spa circuit.

Citroen’s Loeb closes in on WRC lead with first Rally Finland win
Sébastien Loeb and co-driver Daniel Elena have closed to within a single point of the FIA World Rally Championship lead, thanks to a thrilling victory in Rally Finland, where the Citroen duo became only the third non-Scandinavian pairing ever to win the event.

More power for exclusive Porsche Cayman S Sport
Porsche is introducing a new model in the Cayman range. The new arrival, the Cayman S Sport, develops over 300 bhp from its tuned 3.4-litre flat-six engine and goes on sale this autumn.
Car key to love?
A well maintained car could be the key to a revved-up love-life, after research from Kwik-Fit found that 14 million Brits say they can tell much about a prospective partner from the state of their motor.