Car News
Volkswagen becomes shareholder in biofuel company CHOREN
Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft and Daimler AG have each acquired a minority shareholding in CHOREN Industries GmbH, Freiberg. Contracts to this effect were signed today in Freiberg.
All-new Turbo FSI engine for Audi A5
The first four-cylinder engine to power the all-new Audi A5 coupé joins the UK range this week, and fittingly it too is also a completely new design.
Clarion creates a multimedia masterpiece
Clarion's MAX973HD forges the latest in high-end audio visual reproduction techniques with state-of-the-art in-built navigation technology, to create a multi-media masterpiece that guides and transports ICE enthusiasts beyond the realms of everyday in-car infotainment.
Ducato and Scudo on site at Caravan & Motorhome 2007
Four Ducatos and a Scudo will feature prominently on Fiat Professional’s stand at this year’s International Caravan & Motorhome Show in Birmingham’s NEC exhibition centre.
Mitsubishi milestone
Mitsubishi has announced a significant export milestone with the 1,000,000th 1-tonne pickup shipped overseas – cumulated result since the first generation model.
Fast cars and fast food, cooked in 60 seconds
More than four thousand car enthusiasts and hungry gastronomes turned out on Sunday 7 October for Goodwood’s end of season Breakfast Club, which opened its gates to a feast of Americana.
A1GP and Ferrari announce landmark partnership
A1GP Chairman, Tony Teixeira, has announced a truly historic and ground breaking partnership between Ferrari and the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport.
Personal travel planning can cut car use by 10%
More people walk, cycle and use public transport after using personal travel planning (PTP) schemes, research unveiled by Transport Minister Rosie Winterton shows.
Ignition – a brand new name for a long-established company
European specialist automotive training services group MI-Acumotive has adopted a new brand identity to signal the next phase in its development. Its new name, Ignition, represents the impact its strategic input, product intelligence and e-learning programmes can have on motor manufacturers’ retail sales teams’ knowledge and skills.
Volvo hits the big screen with interactive gaming
Volvo is launching a groundbreaking in-cinema campaign which will see film-goers across the country enjoy a unique interactive gaming experience on the big screen.
Family friendly deals from Kia
As half term approaches and the weather get colder Kia has some fabulous family offers to brighten up those gloomy autumn days.
Toyota Aygo further on less – again!
The Toyota Aygo successfully defended its crown as the most economical car on the roads at the 2007 AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon on 3 and 4 October.
Toyota to display sustainability concepts at Tokyo show
Toyota plans to exhibit eight concept vehicles at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show under the theme: “Harmonious Drive – a New Tomorrow for People and the Planet”.
Lexus LF-Xh concept makes global debut at Tokyo Motor Show
Lexus announced that it plans a global unveiling of the LF-Xh concept at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show. Also on the Lexus stand will be the LF-A concept, along with six production vehicles at the International Convention Complex (Makuhari Messe) in Makuhari, Chiba Prefecture.
Going the extra ‘green’ mile
The real benefits of ‘green’ driving came into sharp focus last week when competitors in the 2007 AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon proved beyond doubt that skilful eco-driving can dramatically reduce the cost of motoring and cut the amount of CO2 emissions produced by Britain's 30 million motorists.