Car News
What happens when a car air bag goes off?
GEM Motoring Assist (GEM), that campaigns for the safety of all road users, is concerned that many drivers and front seat passengers have no idea what happens when an airbag is deployed as the result of a collision.
Lex builds on its position as UK’s No.1 fleet provider
Lex, the UK’s largest vehicle leasing company, today announced that the homebuilding giant, Taylor Wimpey has appointed Lex to manage its 1,650 strong company vehicle fleet.
L200 – all colours now available in green
Mitsubishi has announced that the new L200’s manual transmission variants will come with a 225 g/km CO2 emissions rating, placing them in the lower Congestion Charge band and saving drivers £17 per trip in and out of the Capital.
Auris soars into spring with new ST and TR
Auris is evolving to meet the needs and preferences of even more motorists with two new grades joining the line-up this spring.
CPT says supercharging is the answer to ever smaller engines
At a high level international automotive conference in Stuttgart this week Controlled Power Technologies will present the benefits of an innovative electric supercharging system developed for the smaller more fuel-efficient engines being progressively introduced by carmakers to reduce vehicle CO2 emissions.
Suzuki takes away valuable lessons from a rain-swept Argentina
The SX4 WRC of P-G Andersson has scored a manufacturers’ point for Suzuki after an extremely challenging event featuring some of the worst conditions in recent memory.
Rock stars and cars
This summer, music-loving car fans are in for a treat as the British International Motor Show plays host to nightly top-name live concerts at ExCeL London.
All the brand’s features in a compact form
Building on the remarkable abilities and image of the HUMMER H1 and H2, the midsized H3 is the most accessible HUMMER ever.
Peugeot to start the defence of its 2007 LMS title in Barcelona
The 2008 Le Mans Series will be contested over five rounds, the first of which will take the teams to the Circuit of Catalunya, near Barcelona, Spain, this weekend.
Seat technology reflects the future of motoring
When it comes to leading the way in the style stakes, few car makers can compete with Spanish outfit SEAT.
2008 Mitsubishi Ralliart Evolution Challenge prepares for Round Two
The 2008 Mitsubishi Ralliart Evolution Challenge has returned with Round Two at the Brick and Steel Border Counties Rally, which is to take place on Saturday, 5 April 2008.
Quality Volvo towbars at lower prices
In anticipation of the impending start of the holiday season Volvo has reduced prices of its high quality, fully tested and warranted range of towbars by up to 25%, with new lower prices now ranging from just £219 to £453 depending on model.
Loeb and Elena most successful Rally Argentina drivers after fourth win
Sébastien Loeb and co-driver, Daniel Elena, took the lead of the 2008 FIA World Rally Championship on Sunday, after scoring their fourth consecutive Rally Argentina victory.
‘WEL 5H’ plate KO’s the pride of Wales
Swansea-based DVLA Personalised Registrations is riding the crest of Wales’ recent rugby Six Nations success – by teaming up with one of the country’s most famous sporting sons, boxer Joe Calzaghe, to promote its forthcoming WEL 5H-themed auction.
Ford overtakes Vauxhall as ‘silver drivers’ car of choice
Ford has overtaken Vauxhall to become the car brand of choice for the growing over 65s market of ‘silver’ drivers.