Car News
Antonov and Loncin could be first to build 6-speed automatic transmission in China
Antonov chief executive John Moore will present a full technical update of its 6-speed automatic transmission - likely to be the first 6-speed automatic to be built in China - at a technical forum being held on 22 April 2008 at the Beijing Auto Show.
50 years of supercar icons at British Motor Show
More details have been revealed about the Heritage Enclosure debuting at this summer’s British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August) – sure to be one of the event’s showpiece attractions.
Nissan enjoys the winning habit
Listen carefully and you might just hear the groaning of trophy cabinets back at Nissan HQ – that’s because the company has just picked up another three industry awards proving that when it comes to designing products oozing with customer desirability, Nissan knows how to hit the right spot.
Skoda sweeps board in driver power survey
Not content with being awarded the title of ‘Car of the Year’ in Auto Express’ Driver Power survey, Skoda has also finished second in the magazine’s review of dealers.
New Volkswagen merchandise collections now available on-line
Volkswagen has launched a new website, volkswagenmerchandise.co.uk, from which customers can browse, select and purchase a wide variety of approved merchandise, from badges and pens to bikes and sledges, for home delivery.
Peugeot 308 SW prices and details announced
Peugeot’s new 308 SW builds on the strengths of its predecessor the 307 SW and develops them even further. For example, the panoramic glass roof is now 27% larger, the modularity is easier to operate and improved and there is now a new six-speed manual gearbox.
Mitsubishi deepens commitment to British equestrianism
Mitsubishi Motors and Barbury Castle Estate are delighted to announce their new working partnership.
Motorhome tyre leaflet available from TyreSafe
Tyres are the only component on a motorhome which are in contact with the road. Four patches of rubber no bigger than the palm of your hand are all that connects with the road and transmits braking, steering and acceleration, so they are vitally important. And yet they are the most neglected part of a vehicle.
Cadillac launches backseat boardroom initiative
New research reveals that the average British businessperson only manages to complete three hours and 50 minutes of constructive work each day with over half (51 per cent) of office time devoted to fielding unnecessary emails and phone calls.
A third of drivers admit to ignoring laws of the road
The Highway Code was first introduced 77 years ago this week, but research by online car insurance expert elephant.co.uk reveals 34% of drivers are happy to ignore a number of rules of the road, with men flouting traffic laws more often than women.
All new Subaru Tribeca 3.6 litre H6
The new 2008 Tribeca was developed with an enormous amount of input from consumers in the luxury SUV segment who were very clear about the features they want at this level of pricing and prestige.
Another award for the V70, Volvo’s ultimate estate car
The iconic Volvo V70 (2000-2007) has been awarded the Best Used Estate title at the annual What Diesel? Car of the Year Awards, adding yet another trophy to the estate car’s cabinet.
Who makes the best engine in the world?
BMW has a fight on its hands as it guns for a fourth consecutive International Engine of the Year title. The German marque, which has scooped more trophies for engine excellence than any other company in the Awards’ 10-year history, faces tough competition from over 20 new entrants to the Awards in 2008.
Mitsubishi keeps Britain’s motorists moving
The Highways Agency’s Traffic Officers started work in spring 2004 in the West Midlands and then nationally in England in 2005. The Highways Agency’s aim is to keep traffic moving and help make journeys on its network as safe and as reliable as possible.
Petrol retailers refute pump price fears
‘Forecourt retailers are not responsible for the current high price of fuel, which is the result of normal seasonal demand being exacerbated by financial speculators investing in the oil market, and the Government’s refusal to cut the UK’s high fuel taxes,’