Car News
Gentex auto-dimming rear-view mirror specified for Dodge Journey
Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rear-view mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has announced that it is shipping auto-dimming interior rear-view mirrors for the all-new 2009 Dodge Journey.
Welder questions answered
From March, subscribers to Thatcham’s crash repair method database escribe will receive vital information on the capabilities of spot welding equipment.
Seat Leon TDI to make history at 2008 BTCC opener
Racing history will be made at Brands Hatch on Sunday 30th March, when SEAT becomes the first manufacturer to race a diesel-engined car in the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship.
Acclaimed Audi S Tronic destined for A4 and Q5
Lightning fast, virtually seamless Audi S tronic gear changes will soon be within the grasp of drivers of the all-new A4 Saloon, the Q5 SUV and many more Audi models as a new version of the much loved dual-clutch transmission brings compatibility with longitudinal or ‘north-south’ engine installations.
First fully electric car to go on sale in the UK
UK motorists will soon be able to place orders to buy the first fully electric powered car later this year, when the new TH!NK city electric vehicle (EV) goes on sale in this country.
Ruth Kelly opens first Motorway car share lane
The UK's first motorway car share lane was opened today by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly, giving drivers a new opportunity to cut both their journey times and carbon footprints.
A1GP driver Congfu Cheng to carry Olympic Torch
A1 Team China driver, Congfu Cheng, is about to become part of history as he participates in the Olympic Torch Relay, a tradition that goes back to the year 766 BC, when the first recorded Olympic games were held.
And then there were five
Infiniti Europe has announced that the dramatic V8-powered Infiniti FX50, revealed at the recent Geneva Motor Show, will be joined at launch by a V6 version with 320PS to be called FX37.
Citroen launches new C5
In recent years Citroen has created an exceptional range of new models that have been both praised and rewarded for their visual appeal, accomplished design, environmental credentials, innovative technology and reassuring safety features.
Genesis Coupe: Hyundai’s first supercar revealed
These are the first pictures of Hyundai’s Genesis Coupe, a purpose-built rear-wheel drive sports coupe that promises to take the Korean manufacturer into supercar territory for the first time.
Don't become a 'hot- crossed driver' this Easter!
Almost half of motorists admit that they become "hot crossed bunnies" behind the wheel, behaving differently towards other people then when not driving, according to new poll results published by the Royal Automobile Club Foundation this Easter.
Lewis Hamilton victory written in the stars
Lewis Hamilton’s ‘breeze’ to victory in the opening Formula One race of the season in Australia at the weekend may have been written in the stars.
Showroom tax makes impression on drivers conscience
50% of those considering buying a new car and polled by Direct Line just days after the budget said they are now much less likely to purchase a high-emission vehicle in the future. A further 14 per cent said it made it a little less likely.
Volvo C30 – introducing sporty R-Design as standard
Volvo is introducing the striking R-DESIGN Sport as the new entry level specification on the Volvo C30 SportsCoupe. From just £14,995 OTR for the 1.6 petrol R-DESIGN Sport, this desirable model is now within the reach of many more aspiring Volvo owners and is available to order now.
New structure aligns Roush Technologies for the future
Roush Technologies Limited, the European engineering business which was acquired from Roush Enterprises by an investor group in December 2007, has announced a new organisational structure.