Car News
Ford and Retainagroup tackle catalytic converter theft
Retainagroup, the car security marking and registration systems specialist, is working with Ford to provide a simple yet effective method of permanently marking catalytic converters to give them a unique identity.
Motorsport Sunday will be a petrolhead’s dream
The British International Motor Show, sponsored by Zurich Connect, will host ‘Motorsport Sunday’ on 3 August, marking the final day of the event and promising a host of motor racing treats.
Carbon fibre stirrups win by a nose
British motorsport specialist, Prodrive, has designed lightweight horse racing stirrups made from carbon fibre to help make the world’s lightest jump racing saddle.
New high-performance brake upgrade for Aston Martin
Owners of Aston Martin’s DB9 can now substantially improve the stopping performance of their cars.
Caravanners get peace of mind by conducting tyre safety check
Holidaymakers preparing their caravans for long journeys this summer can achieve peace of mind by conducting a brief tyre safety check before leaving home.
Original Mini Cooper number 1 classic used car
As Lewis Hamilton continues to triumph in the Grand Prix, a poll of 3,500 Brits by MSN Cars also reveals that British is best in the world of second hand classic motoring as our own Mini Cooper steams to the top of the list of our favourite classic used car of all time.
Extra value from limited-edition Terios Kiri
Daihatsu is offering customers extra value from its limited-edition Terios ‘Kiri’ which is being restricted to only 250 cars.
Mitsubishi announces first quarter fiscal 2008 results
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today announced its sales and financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2009.
Motorpoint officially unveiled as Gwent Dragons sponsors!
Motorpoint has been officially unveiled as the new frontline shirt sponsor of the Newport Gwent Dragons – one of Wales top rugby teams.
Exhaustive revision for entry level Audi A5
The power base at Audi is changing yet again as a 180PS version of the all-new 2.0-litre TFSI unit takes over from the 1.8 TFSI in the A5 coupé – the latest step in an exhaustive engine development programme bringing average CO2 reductions of as much as 10 per cent for core Audi models within the past 12 months.
10 years of the smart fortwo
On July 2, 1998, a vehicle with an entirely new concept first rolled off the assembly line: the smart fortwo. On that date an extraordinary success story commenced in Hambach, France.
New Seat Ibiza residual values are streets ahead
More proof, if it were really needed, of the enhanced appeal of SEAT’s new Ibiza 5dr – recently debuted in showrooms across the country – comes with the release of impressive new independent residual value predictions.
Jaguar Land Rover selects FGAFS as European financing partner
Jaguar Land Rover has selected Fiat Group Automobiles Financial Services (FGAFS) to be its exclusive partner in the main European markets, providing a full range of automotive financial services for its dealers and customers.
Skoda retailer triumphs at Manx International Rally
Skoda retailer John Mullholland in his Skoda Fabia fought hard at the Manx International Rally to finish as the fastest diesel powered car.
Identity theft for cars
HPI is warning dealers to protect themselves from the growing threat of car cloning - the vehicle equivalent of identity theft.