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  Michelin Launches Tyre Dealer Review Website 23 Mar 2012 (News)
  Michelin has launched an online service that allows motorists to leave reviews of tyre dealers as part of a drive to improve consumer power. Tyre Dealer Reviews  is a website where drivers share
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  Geneva Motor Show 2012: Mitsubishi introduces PX-MiEV 8 Mar 2012 (News)
  and one for the rear, making it the first all-wheel drive EV put into series production. Although there is petrol generator installed the batteries can still be charged from the mains, meaning it can run as a pure EV at all times if never used for long trips. Because of the way electric
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  New battery tech to improve EV range 22 Sep 2011 (News)
  drive for improvement and a consortium led by advanced battery manufacturer Axeon has developed a new type of battery that goes some way towards removing the limitations associated with pure EVs. The project, part funded by the Technology Strategy Board, aimed to develop a high density battery
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  Renault FRENDZY premiered at Frankfurt 13 Sep 2011 (News)
  Renault has premiered the FRENDZY electric vehicle at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Combining electric drive, the spaciousness of a van and the practicality of a car. It features a digital screen on one side to display a brand logo
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  Volkswagen’s new commuter concept 2 Sep 2011 (News)
  drive technology," said Dr Ulrich Hackenberg, member of the Board of Management and Head of Development for the Volkswagen Brand.
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  All-new Mazda CX-5 on the way 2 Aug 2011 (News)
  -5 fun to drive as well as clean, and thanks to a high 14:1 compression ratio the engines should manage reasonable power outputs. The SKYACTIV tech isn’t limited to the engine bay. The chassis and body will be lightweight and strong, with the aim of delivering agility and fun handling without
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  'Running in the Family' themed classic show coming in November 25 Jul 2011 (News)
  they learnt to drive in or went on holiday in. “Of course, we always look forward to seeing how the individual clubs choose to interpret the theme and I’m also imagining families of V8 engines, families of successful racing cars, families of pioneering cars and many more different takes on the theme
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  Audi to show off 503PS Audi A1 31 May 2011 (News)
  engine and features the six-speed manual gearbox and four wheel drive system from the Audi TT RS. From a standstill it can reach 124mph in 10.9 seconds. The car is finished in matte white, with a black roof. Larger front, rear and side skirts, as well as a large rear spoiler, give the exterior
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  Mercedes Benz Backs Young Australian F3 Driver 3 Mar 2011 (News)
  ', and phoned Perry asking how he could get into single seater racing. Not one to miss an opportunity, McCathy signed him up, flew him over from Australia, saw him through an incredible season in F4, and has now secured him a drive in the Mercedes engined RR Racing team F3 car. Perry firmly
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  Toyota to debut iQ-based electric vehicle 14 Feb 2011 (News)
  Toyota will show its EV prototype at the Geneva Motor Show, the first time the iQ-based electric vehicle has been seen in Europe. The power system is based on Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive and the flat lithium-ion battery pack gives the prototype a range of up to 65 miles. The four-seater
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  Help to remember when your MoT is due 18 Jun 2010 (News)
  protection makes Motor Codes a must use service for every car owner in the UK.’ With 6200 garages now on its books, Mason is hoping promotion of the tool will drive further garages to the Motor Codes approval route. More at Motor Codes  
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  New car shoppers to get additional engine options 21 Dec 2009 (News)
  for optimising performance and consumption. It does this by taking into account the speed of the vehicle, the gear that is currently engaged, the engine temperature and the driving style. Other changes include the addition of a Bluetooth USB port. The Peugeot 207 was recently
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  Winter 'demands extra car care' 30 Nov 2009 (News)
  were driving with worn tyres. If you want to know how to get the best deal for your car insurance
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  Young drivers may be tempted by new Honda Civic 18 Aug 2009 (News)
  . In related motoring news , former F1 star Johnny Herbert is set to drive a Type R version of the model for the rest of the British Touring Car Championship. Are you
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  Vauxhall Corsa 'number one choice with first-time buyers' 6 Aug 2009 (News)
  When buying a car , youngsters would prefer a Vauxhall Corsa to any other model, a new study has found. According to research by Carcraft, recently qualified drivers looking for their first auto would ideally drive away
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  Mitsubishi Outlander 'stylish and flexible' 4 Aug 2009 (News)
  range with two extra variations of the model. Commenting on the overall line-up, the group said: "Mitsubishi Motors' Outlander has distinctive styling and combines estate car versatility, safety orientated all-wheel drive stability and athletic off road dynamics with class-leading green
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  Fiat deal may attract newly-qualified drivers 31 Jul 2009 (News)
  the driving school with 14,000 examples of its 500 auto. It revealed the company expects this deal to work in its favour by encouraging more youngsters to opt for Fiat cars. The manufacturer pointed out 70 per cent of first-time buyers purchase the same type of vehicle they took
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  Fiat Direct 'has wide range of used cars on offer' 27 Jul 2009 (News)
  motoring news , Elle Macpherson recently took a Fiat 500C for a test drive and was impressed with her experience behind the wheel. She said she loves the convertible because it is "sexy" and "cool". Are you
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  Vauxhall to showcase 'best of British' 15 Jul 2009 (News)
  is set to drive through Parliament Square today (July 15th). Vehicles from the past five decades are expected to appear, all having been produced at Vauxhall plants in Luton and Ellesmere Port. The display is intended to help safeguard the future of both production facilities
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  Audi A4 'can advise on fuel consumption' 10 Jul 2009 (News)
  , which offers the person behind the wheel advice on reducing fuel consumption. Users will find it recommends the best time to change gears and also how to get the most miles to the gallon bearing in mind the driving conditions. In addition to this, the car comes with start-stop