Car News

Subaru used car dealer of the year announced
Subaru (UK) Limited has announced Holdcroft Subaru of Brunswick Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme as the regional winner of its prestigious ‘Subaru Used Car Dealer of the Year Award’.

Cadillac Wagon joins premium upgraded 2008 BLS model line-up
The first-ever Wagon model in Cadillac’s long and illustrious history is now on sale in the UK with the introduction of the new Cadillac BLS Wagon.

Volvo winter testing in extreme conditions
Volvo's Scandinavian heritage and industry-leading test framework create the foundations for one of the world's safest winter cars, so that customers can rely on Volvo everywhere, irrespective of climate and road conditions.

Kumho enjoys major presence at Autosport International show
Kumho enjoyed a major presence at the Autosport International Show, which was held at the NEC, Birmingham, January 10-13.
21st Century makeover for Disabled Parking scheme
Proposals to increase the reach of the Disabled Parking (Blue Badge) scheme to more people who need it and make it easier to take action against those who steal, forge or fraudulently use a Blue Badge have today been put out for consultation by Transport Minister Rosie Winterton.
House of Lords VAT decision to impact on car dealers
According to the RMI’s National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), motor retailers who have been trying to reclaim VAT should now see their claims paid following a House of Lords judgment that has discredited a claim deadline imposed by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Toyota Land Cruiser V8
The new Land Cruiser V8 replaces the Amazon and is the eighth generation of Toyota’s legendary Land Cruiser large-scale SUV.
Antonov prepares for joint venture with Loncin
The board of directors of Antonov plc is pleased to announce that the company is making considerable progress in China. The cooperation with Loncin is developing according to plan and the financial and other commitments are being met on time.
UK welcomes EU climate change proposals
The UK has welcomed the European Commission's ambitious proposals for tackling climate change and delivering a low carbon economy in Europe.

Peugeot 407 Coupe Bellagio
The new Peugeot 407 Coupe Bellagio is a new derivative in the range that beautifully combines performance, impressive green credentials and a high standard of specification and equipment.
GM Fleet sales grow in 2007
GM Fleet saw its corporate car sales grow in 2007 with Vauxhall and Chevrolet leading the way for the organisation.

New Mazda2 three-door to debut at Geneva show
The new Mazda2 three-door hatchback will make its world premiere on Tuesday 4 March at the 78th Salon International de l’Auto de Genève.

Bumper MINI Awards
The January blues have been well and truly beaten by MINI in 2008 with new year awards from Top Gear, What Car?, BusinessCar and Parker’s Car Guides. With successes in these publications that cover retail and fleet, new and used car sales, the champagne is off the ice and the detox will have to wait!
A brand new car for 2008
With spring just a few weeks away, it will soon be the time for new beginnings and for some that will include a new car.
Hats off to LTI Vehicles
Big-hearted taxi manufacturer, LTI Vehicles has donated £1,500 in support of the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party organised by the London Taxi Drivers’ Fund for Underprivileged Children.