Car News

Aston Martin and Kilgour showcase cutting-edge innovations

Sports car manufacturer, Aston Martin, and bespoke tailor, Kilgour of Savile Row, teamed up at a unique event yesterday at the BETC Photographic Studio in Paris.

MLR attempts largest ever parade of Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions

On Saturday 12th July the Mitsubishi Lancer Register – the UK based organization for the owners and enthusiasts of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution – will be will be attempting to create a new World Record of having the largest parade of Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution cars.

Good news for electric vehicles as national grid gets greener

London’s electric car company NICE has welcomed the prime minister’s boost for renewable energy. In a speech yesterday, Gordon Brown said that renewables would supply 15 per cent of the UK’s energy mix by 2020.

Road death toll drops below 3000 - could do better

The DfT announcement that road deaths fell below the 3000 mark in 2007 is very welcome, but a lot more could be done to reduce the total even further, says the Association of British Drivers (ABD).

Close at the top going to Croft

Just three points separate reigning champion Ollie O'Donovan (London) from closest challenger Steve Hill (Aylesbury) as the seven-event Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross Championship reaches its half-way point in round four at Croft in North Yorkshire on July 6.

Motoring’s greener future on show in London

The future of greener motoring will be on display at The British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August), alongside demonstrations of how drivers can cut vehicle emissions and lower running costs.

Brazilian President backs plans for A1GP in South America

A1GP World Cup of Motorsport has received influential backing for the series to hold its first race in South America. This came during a meeting in Brazil between A1GP ambassador, Emerson Fittipaldi, and Brazilian President, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva.

Child seats must be replaced after an accident

Direct Line and Brake - the national Road Safety Charity - have marked Child Safety Week (23-29 June) by reminding parents of the importance of child seats and the need to replace restraints after an accident.

Tesco helps customers cut fuel costs

Tesco has announced it is to help customers cut their fuel costs by making their shopping count at the petrol station.

Just Dock 'n' Roll with Alpine Electronics

Alpine Electronics, specialists in mobile media entertainment systems, announces the launch of 'Dock 'n' Roll' - the first of its kind in the industry.

Grand opening of Bentley St. Petersburg

The new Bentley dealership in the heart of Russia´s elegant northern capital on the Neva is the third in this emerging key market. Together with its Russian partner Mercury Group Bentley Motors hosted an exclusive opening party in the garden of the Petropavlov Fortress.