Car News
Nissan operating profit up 5.3% in FY07 first half
Nissan announced financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2007, ending March 31, 2008, as well as second-quarter performance.
The great petrol-diesel divide
With demand for cars at its highest point for 12 months, a car buying divide has emerged between petrol and diesel, according to new research from AA Personal Loans.
Armor All signals the end of hazy days
Armor All – the world’s leading car care specialist - has provided motorists with yet another tool to tackle grime, with the introduction of a high-performance, double-action Glass Cloth, helping motorists to see more clearly.
Evans Jnr follows in Gwyndaf’s footsteps on world rally stage
It’s set to be a family affair on Wales Rally GB next month when Elfyn Evans competes against father Gwyndaf on the world stage.
GoinGreen calls for rethink on London congestion charge plans
GoinGreen, the company that introduced the first private vehicle exempt from the London congestion charge that has sold in any quantity - the electric G-Wiz - has expressed its concern at the possible move to exempt all Band B vehicles (road tax categorisation) from the London congestion charge on the grounds of their low emissions.
Skoda releases new retail finance offers
Skoda Finance has released new retail finance deals for the entire range of Skodas which will be available until 31 December 2007.
Skoda releases new business finance deals
Skoda Finance has released business finance deals that will be available until 31 December 2007. The two new offers cater for non-centrally supported business customers and registered fleet operators and are available from Skodas retailers today.
We’re no badge snobs say company car drivers
A survey commissioned by Skoda has found that most UK company car drivers prefer top spec models from affordable brands (46%) to base vehicles from premium manufacturers (28%).
Skoda celebrates 100 years since transforming to a Joint Stock Company
Altogether 12,500 worth 200 crowns each constituted the registered capital of Laurin & Klement in 1907, when the Mladá Boleslav-based car manufacturer, the predecessor to the Czech Republic's largest car manufacturer Skoda Auto, was transformed to a joint stock company.
Skoda extends its partnership with the Tour de France
Skoda Auto has extended its partnership with the legendary cycling event The Tour de France by a further four years, until 2011. The agreement was signed with the organiser of the Tour, A.S.O (Amaury Sport organisation), who have decided to continue with Skoda’s successful sponsorship since 2004.
Toyota celebrates new army of young life savers
More than a quarter of a million children have gained practical life-saving skills through the three-year British Red Cross Don’t Be a Bystander campaign, supported by Toyota. The project, which concludes this week, has also provided more than half a million UK youngsters aged nine to 13 with key information on roadside first aid.
Help prevent accident surge as clocks change
As darker evenings return this weekend, RoSPA is urging all road users to play a part in trying to reduce the toll of deaths and injuries made worse by the current way clocks are changed.
Business driver danger
The Fleet Safety Association welcomes the government’s recognition of the detrimental effect that road crashes involving those who drive for business purposes has on both society and commercial life in the UK.
Ford scores at What Car? Used Car Awards
Ford cars provide best-in-class value for money in their segments as judged by What Car? in its Used Car of the Year 2007 awards.
New TSI engine adds power and punch to Volkswagen range
Volkswagen is replacing its 1.6-litre FSI petrol engine, which is popular across the Golf, Golf Plus, Jetta, Eos and Passat ranges, with a new 1.4-litre TSI unit to deliver more power and torque with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.