Car News
Volvo V70 and S80 models with new engine choice
Volvo is introducing two new four-cylinder engines to the Volvo S80 executive saloon and all-new Volvo V70 estate ranges.
Alfa Romeo 147 Sport and Sport Q2 models
Alfa Romeo is releasing a limited number of stunning special edition Alfa 147 Sport and Sport Q2 models in the UK.
Don’t head off on a Bank Horrorday
With millions of motorists set to take to the roads this bank holiday, Kwik-Fit is advising motorists that a few simple checks, in advance of travelling, could well head off a bank holiday motoring horror.
Further Audi A5 models now released
Two more leading edge Audi FSI and TDI engines join the all new A5 coupé range this week with additional refinements that boost output while at the same time maximising efficiency.
Brits to face delays this Bank Holiday weekend
Two fifths of Brits (40%) are planning to travel by road, rail and air over the Bank Holiday weekend and should expect to endure longer traffic jams and more lengthy delays, according to research by esure motor insurance.
Toyota develops tour guide robot
Toyota has announced that it has developed a tour guide robot that will escort visitors around the various displays of Toyota Kaikan Exhibition Hall in Toyota City, Japan from later this month.
Totally new Subaru Impreza
Subaru’s eagerly-awaited new Impreza goes on sale in September, offering all its traditional strengths of outstanding handling and active safety thanks to symmetrical all-wheel drive but in a new, more practical package.
Autocar reveals £25 congestion charge to raise £250m
Slapping a £25 congestion charge on big cars will do almost nothing for London’s air pollution or traffic congestion, and is mostly about helping Transport for London’s flawed scheme pay its own way, according to todays findings in Autocar magazine.
Alfa Romeo opts for platinum Bosch spark plugs
Bosch has announced that the flagship 3.2-litre V6 engines from Alfa Romeo, available in the 159 saloon, Brera hatchback and Spider convertible models, are fitted exclusively with platinum Bosch spark plugs (part number HR7MPP302).
Goodwood to celebrate world’s most victorious Formula One engine
Goodwood is set to mark the long and distinguished racing career of the influential Cosworth DFV Engine in a series of special track parades at this year’s Goodwood Revival
Multi-million pound grid at Goodwood Revival
The Goodwood Revival, the world’s most authentic historic motor sport meeting, always attracts the top cars, motorcycles, drivers and riders.
Subaru to launch exciting new model line-up at Frankfurt
Subaru has chosen September’s 62nd Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) for their most exciting new launch since production of Subaru vehicles began.
Petrol station closures – time for action say PRA
150 forecourts have already closed this year, according to figures released by oil industry body Catalist. There are now less than 9,500 forecourts in the UK, including supermarket filling stations. This is the lowest number of filling stations in the UK since 1912.
New car owners lose £497 in depreciation every month
Consumers buying brand new cars next month should brace themselves for a sharp financial shock the moment they drive off the forecourt.
RMIF guide to passenger safety
Driving demands all of the concentration that can be mustered, and it is when this is broken that accidents can occur.