Car News
ATA motors past 9000
Paul West, who works at Inchcape Volkswagen Chelmsford, is the 9,000th technician to achieve the Automotive Technician Accreditation standard, governed by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
ACEA welcome progress made with ESC safety technology
The European automobile manufacturers welcome the progress made in increasing consumer awareness and market take-up of ESC (electronic stability control), as highlighted today at the ‘Choose ESC’ campaign evaluation event in Brussels.
World debut for Seat at London
SEAT will be taking the wraps off one of its most important new models in years as it gears up for the world debut of the stunning new Ibiza SportCoupé at the British International Motor Show.
Speedier parts deliveries get Ford customers on the road quicker
Ford customers can pick their vehicles up from dealerships sooner following the launch of new parts delivery services.
Carmakers still slipping on standard fit
Euro NCAP has released updated results of its EU-wide ESC availability survey that uncovers the disparities in which ESC is offered to car-buyers across the European Union.
Tesla Motors to manufacture sedan in California
Ze’ev Drori, CEO of Tesla Motors, and Governor Schwarzenegger announced at a press conference at Tesla Motors headquarters that Tesla’s next product, a 4-door, 5-passenger sedan, will be manufactured at a facility in the state of California.
New Range Rover line-up at British Motor Show
A new, high-specification 'Autobiography' model is to make a global debut at the British International Motor Show on July 22nd 2008.
Countdown to Goodwood Festival of Speed
Honda’s impressive racing heritage will again be displayed at this year’s Festival of Speed (11-13 July), with performances from two and four wheeled legends spanning five decades, and a host of Honda’s most famous racing champions.
Roush goes under starters orders
Roush Technologies has just completed a groundbreaking bespoke vehicle project for Turkish-based, Kurt Systems – a world leader in racehorse and camel training equipment.
Two Jaguars entered for Oschersleben
The next round of the FIA GT3 European Championships at Oschersleben on 5th and 6th July, will see two Jaguar XKRs entered for the race. Confirmed drivers are 24 year old Ben Clucas, who will be building on his recent experience with the Jaguars in GT3.
Don’t be a dipstick on national oil check day
Car care company, Comma, is launching National Oil Check Day on Friday, July 25, and is urging all motorists ‘Don’t be a Dipstick’: check your oil to avoid breakdowns, costly repairs and huge inconvenience.
Web site helps drivers compare leasing providers
An innovative new price comparison website has been launched specifically to help drivers buy cars and vans more efficiently.
Three Seat Cupra races to run at Snetterton
SEAT Sport UK is pleased to announce that Round 10 of the 2008 SEAT Cupra Championship, previously scheduled to run at Croft (Sunday 1st June), will now be held at Snetterton on Sunday 13th July.
Kia opens new US headquarters and design centre
Kia Motors America (KMA) has announced the official opening of the company’s new 22-acre site in Irvine, California. The $130-million investment is home to the KMA Headquarters and new state-of-the-art Kia Design Centre America (KDCA).
NISMO to enter Nissan GT-T for Tokachi 24-hour race
Nissan Motorsports International Ltd (NISMO) has announced the entry of the Nissan GT-R into the 15th Tokachi 24-hour race, to be held from July 20th to 21st in Hokkaido.