Car News
Vulcan’s return to the skies
Subaru (UK) Limited is proudly supporting the restoration of the Avro Vulcan XH558 Bomber to the Skies of Britain, following its recent maiden-flight at Bruntingthorpe Proving Grounds.
Rare Bugatti Royale drives into the Classic Motor Show
The Classic Motor Show’s already impressive list of display cars received a boost with the announcement that the Donington Collection’s Bugatti Royale will be a star attraction at the show, at the NEC from this Friday (9th November).
Live Rallycross competition to ‘Excel’ at London Motorsport Show
A new motorsport competition for Rallycross cars is to be held right in the heart of the Docklands. The 2007 London Masters, organised by The London Motorsport Show in conjunction with Rallycross organisers PSM Motorsport Ltd, will be a special arena based event held as part of the London Motorsport Show on 8th and 9th December at ExCeL, situated on the Royal Victoria Dock.
Mercedes-Benz World celebrates 1st birthday
Glitz, glamour, driving displays and a celebrity appearance from motoring icon Sir Stirling Moss, this was definitely a birthday weekend to remember for visitors to Mercedes-Benz World.
Private new car buyers head back to showrooms in October
The new car market continued to surprise with its strength. The October 2007 volume was on par with the 1999-2006 average for October of 166,429 units, but almost 10 per cent above expectations for the 2007 market, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT).
Prepare for winter with free vehicle health checks
Nationwide ‘fast-fit’ network ATS Euromaster is urging drivers across the UK to ensure their cars are prepared for winter, by taking advantage of a free vehicle health check.
Motorpoint customers do not back “fronting”
Motorists have hit back at allegations contained in an insurance company study that nearly two thirds of UK car buyers are committing insurance fraud so their children can save on expensive premiums.
Saab wakes up dozy drivers
Saab’s Driver Attention Warning System is a development project designed to counter two of the most common causes of road accidents: driver drowsiness and inattention at the wheel. It alerts the driver by using a combination of text and voice messages, or vibrations in the seat cushion, as soon as the risk of drowsiness or inattention is detected.
Keep a clear head driving, when all around you there is fog
With the Met Office predicting a high risk of fog over the British Isles throughout much of November, over 50s insurer RIAS is urging drivers to be aware of the perils from one of the most dangerous driving hazards on the roads.
UK motorists willing to pay the price for petrol
With petrol prices bursting through the £1 a litre barrier and expected to reach an all-time high next week, it would be reasonable to assume motorists would be put off driving.
ProTyre rolls Michelin Energy into stock
ProTyre, UK independent tyre retailer, has announced that it will be stocking the all-new Michelin Energy tyre. “This tyre is special”, comments ProTyre, “we are delighted to be offering motorists the next wave in revolutionary tyres at competitive prices.”
Added diesel choice for Suzuki’s Sport X-over
Suzuki’s SX4 sport crossover range, which blends the character of a sporty compact with that of a lightweight SUV, is now being offered with a second diesel option.
Volvo celebrates 80th anniversary at 2007 Classic Motor Show
Rare Volvo cars are under the spotlight at this year’s Classic Motor Show, held at Birmingham’s NEC from 9 to 11 November. Celebrating 80 years since the first Volvo car left the Gothenburg factory in Sweden, the company marks this milestone with the help of some real motoring rarities.
Volvo dealer Culpin’s raises £2,258 for PHAB charity
Volvo Dealer A. Culpin and Son, based in Spalding, have raised over £1,250 for the Spalding branch of national charity PHAB by donating a top-of-the-range Volvo 2x1 mountain bike worth almost £1,000 as a prize for the charity’s raffle. However, when news of the special First Prize got out, soaring sales of raffle tickets took the total to £1,258.
Maybach - Only the sky is the limit
With this study of an open-top landaulet, Maybach has re-enlivened the great art of building majestic automobiles. True to the tradition of exclusive landaulets, the roof of this sparkling white one-off study can be opened fully at the rear, while the chauffeur’s compartment remains completely enclosed.