Car News
Eco Tyre initiative Greenerways Rally
The forest rally Eco Tyre initiative is set to move up a gear on the 25th October this year with the one-off Greenerways Rally, which will be run by the Cumberland Sporting Car Club and held in the Kielder forest complex.
Diversify to cruise through crunch
‘Retail motor sector businesses could face a challenging few months due to the prevailing economic climate, so it is more vital than ever to make sure you are getting the most from your business,’
Junior Rallying returns to Latvia in force
Next weekend sees Junior Rallying, the scheme to develop the next generation of British rallying talent, return to competition in Latvia in force. The Gulbis Rally will see no less than five crews competing under the Junior Rallying banner, the largest number of cars the scheme has run in Latvia this season.
Fleets accelerate occupational road risk management focus
Fleet decision-makers are getting to grips with the complex demands of implementing a comprehensive occupational road risk management policy, according to the results of a major survey conducted by fast-fit giant Kwik-Fit Fleet in conjunction with RoadSafe.
Turbo Technics launches VSR machine for North American market
The UK’s leading turbocharger specialist, Turbo Technics, will be unveiling the latest specification of its turbocharger core balancing machine for the North American market at the Associated Diesel Specialists Convention in Las Vegas next week.
RMIF warns on fuel drainage dangers
Garages need to have fuel drainage safety measures in place to prevent accidents, warns the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF).
Audi drivers hunting records in the USA
The Audi R10 TDI is the most successful car in the 2008 American Le Mans Series with three overall victories. The Audi drivers are particularly looking forward to the next race on 9 August: Road America in Wisconsin is not only regarded as one of the world’s most picturesque and challenging circuits.
Ford tunes into digital future with DAB radios
Ford drivers can now listen to digital quality radio while on the move thanks to the latest in-car DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) audio systems.
Registration of number plate suppliers to be extended
New powers gained under the Road Safety Act 2006 will see The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) and Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) in Northern Ireland step up the enforcement effort against number plate suppliers who break the law in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Nissan net income at 52.8 billion yen in FY08 first quarter
Nissan has announced that consolidated net income after tax totalled 52.8 billion yen (US $505 million, euro 323 million) in the first quarter of fiscal year 2008, ending March 31, 2009, down 42.8% compared with the same period a year ago.
Jeep launches new Cherokee
Jeep has taken its off-road icon – the Cherokee – and given it a complete makeover inside and out for 2008.
All-new Ford Ka - Fresh, funky and fun
The exciting new Ka, Ford’s fresh, fun and funky small car, will take centre-stage at the 2008 Paris Motor Show in October.
Brits want to ‘plug-in' to the electric car
Almost three quarters (71 per cent) of British motorists would consider driving an electric car to help combat ‘green' issues, according to research by esure car insurance.
Red, white or blue – There’s a special i30 SE for you
A new special edition for the i30 range promises to bring a little colour to British roads this autumn. The new version of the acclaimed hatchback is based on the popular 1.4 Comfort model, but adds extra equipment and colours which have not previously been available on any i30 hatch.
BMW 118d sets new unofficial 24-hour record
A new 24 hour record has been set in a BMW 118d. The team of drivers from BMW Car magazine took the current World Green Car of the Year on a pan-European endurance test to see what real-world performance figures could be achieved in the award-winning vehicle.