Car News

Audi reaches for DTM title at Barcelona

It’s getting serious in the DTM: At Barcelona (Spain) on Sunday 23 September the championship battle could be decided – to the benefit of Audi.

Lexus launches £6m hybrid campaign in the UK

Luxury car maker Lexus has announced a substantial multimedia ad campaign promoting its industry-leading range of hybrid models for the fourth quarter of 2007. The spend of more than £6 million includes national TV, landmark billboard, on-line, and magazine activities.

ZF's optional products offer added value

When purchasing a new car, it is worthwhile to look at the list of optional and special equipment.

Military version of Jeep Wrangler Unlimited reports for duty

Chrysler LLC has unveiled the Jeep J8 multipurpose vehicle at the 2007 Defence Systems & Equipment International (DSEi) military trade show, making the legendary vehicle available for reenlistment in active military service.

Suzuki gears up for WRC

The development of the SX4 WRC is well under way. During the last few months the team conducted extensive tests on both tarmac and gravel. Now it is ready for its official debut at Rallye de France in Corsica on 12 October, where it will complete its first run under real contest conditions.

Suzuki Concept Kizashi, the world premiere

With the Swift, Suzuki began the first phase of its world strategy and gave undiluted form to the attribute that was the theme of the first phase: sportiness.

Suzuki Splash making its debut at Frankfurt

The Suzuki Splash is making its world debut at the 62nd International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany (open to the public from 13 to 23 September 2007).

Ford and Romanian government sign landmark agreement

Ford Motor Company has reached agreement with the Romanian government for the purchase of the Craiova vehicle manufacturing plant in the south-west of the country.

Motorist driving smarter to save environment – RMIF approves

‘It makes sense that the reduction of vehicle CO2 emissions goes hand-in hand with encouraging motorists to drive their cars in a way that helps the environment,‘ said Alec Murray, chairman of the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF), commenting on a new report looking at carbon emissions and driver habits.

Record-breaking skydive for the British Red Cross

An elite team of skydiving women, named The Brit Chicks, will attempt to break the current UK record for the largest all female formation this month at Langar airfield in Nottinghamshire, an event that will stand out in British skydiving history.

Government urged to consider fresh advice from CfIT

Transport and Climate Change, a report launched today by the Commission for Integrated Transport, contains sound advice for government, because present policy for road transport carbon reduction by the government will not result in its targets being met.