Car News
Volkswagen delivers 3.27 million vehicles in first six months of 2008
The Volkswagen Group delivered 3.27 million vehicles worldwide (+5.8 percent) from January to June 2008, the highest figure ever for the first six months of a year.
Volkswagen increases first-half operating profit
The Volkswagen Group again significantly improved its operating profit in the first six months of the current fiscal year. At €3.4 billion, the Group's operating profit exceeded the prior-year figure by 21.8 percent.
Double honours for Citroen at What Car? Green Awards
Citroen has picked up even more accolades for its environmental credentials after winning two honours at the inaugural What Car? Green Awards.
London's mayor is on the right road
London electric car company NICE has welcomed the London mayor's announcement that the number of re-charging points within the capital will be almost tebled in the next two years.
Team Porsche Cars Great Britain on the Rallye Transsyberia
The Rallye Transsyberia, which started in Moscow, Russia, on July 11 and finishes in Mongolia this Friday, July 25, after 4,347 miles, is judged to be one of the toughest driving challenges in the world.
Nissan sets fastest lap for fuel cell vehicle at Nürburgring
Lap runs on the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany’s Eifel region are often cancelled due to rain. But the wet weather didn’t stop Nissan from taking its X-Trail fuel cell vehicle for a spin on the course recently, making Nissan the first automaker to record an FCV lap on the famous race track.
Unique Chevrolet Camaro painting wows crowds at Motor Show
Visitors to the British International Motor Show will be able to check out unique renderings of a pair of very special cars on the Chevrolet stand.
New Skoda retailer creates jobs in Birmingham
A £1.5million investment at the new Central Skoda retailer in Birmingham will create 18 new jobs and bring the Manufacturer of Happy Drivers to the north of the city.
Infiniti secures premium locations in Spain
Infiniti has announced the location of the brand’s Centres for the Spanish market which will begin to open their doors from October 2008.
Infiniti … getting closer
Infiniti, Europe’s newest premium automotive brand, has released final pan-European specifications and prices for the Spanish market ahead of its launch there in October.
DVLA low emission car giveaway
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has announced the first lucky winners of their low emission car giveaway at a special presentation at the London Motor Show.
Biggest increase in automotive insolvencies since 2001
Experian, the global information services company, today revealed that the number of automotive companies going bust rose by 30.9 per cent during the second quarter of 2008, compared to the same period in 2007.
What Car? names Ford Focus as Green Car of the Year
The Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi Style has scooped the top award at What Car?’s first-ever Green Awards, held in association with Warranty Direct.
The Evora is here
With its stunning visual impact, exhilarating all-round dynamic performance, innovative chassis technology and high levels of luxury, packaging and convenience, the Evora heralds an exciting new era for Lotus.
microcar rally victory for UK Subaru Team
Four UK Subaru fans have returned home victorious after putting the manufacturer’s original model, the 360cc microcar, to the ultimate test - a 2,000-mile rally through some of Europe’s toughest terrain including Italy’s Stelvio and Gavia Passes.