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  Car advice: Don't be over-cautious in bad weather 24 Dec 2009 (News)
  it in. In addition, they should not be over-cautious or go too slowly, explains IAM chief examiner Peter Rodger. He says: "Drive slowly enough so you can stop, but also fast enough to give you the all-important momentum to deal with hills so you can avoid sliding back and getting stuck." Other
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  New plug-in Prius to arrive in UK mid 2010 15 Dec 2009 (News)
  can be charged from an external source in addition as by the car's own hybrid drive system. Executive vice-president Takeshi Uchiyamada said: "Based on Toyota's full hybrid powertrain, PHV represents today the most practical way of increasing the use of electricity for personal
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  Skoda Increases Scrappage Offer on Octavia 12 Jun 2009 (News)
  running costs.” To test drive any of the full range of kodas or for more information on the scrappage scheme, go to www.skoda.co.uk/scrapagge or call 08457-745745.
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  Ignorance 'could cause Brits to break the law' 3 Jun 2009 (News)
  Brake, commented: "Most people don't even consider that after a night of moderate drinking they may still be over the limit to drive well into the next day." Motorists with a conviction for getting behind the wheel with too much alcohol in their system may find the cost
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  Carmaker voices support for road safety initiative 26 May 2009 (News)
  . The programme allows youngsters to have their style behind the wheel analysed by a police response officer who will be able to highlight any areas of weakness. PC David Lee claimed: "The assessment drives have a massive impact and are hugely beneficial to the young drivers who take part
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  Scrappage scheme could boost cheap Toyota customer numbers 24 Apr 2009 (News)
  is fitted with Optimal Drive technology to enhance fuel consumption, which may appeal to customers looking to offset the forthcoming rise in fuel duty. "By leveraging the benefits of local production we can make Auris affordable for customers who need a family car," commented Toyota
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  Used Fiats 'proving popular' 18 Mar 2009 (News)
  motoring news , the manufacturer recently launched a new type of test drive that analyses a motorist's style behind the wheel and advises them on how to improve their green credentials. Are you buying or selling a car
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  Motorists urged to help fight vehicle identity fraud 20 Feb 2009 (News)
  to demonstrate the potential consequences of driving without insurance. If you want to know how to find the best deal for your car insurance
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  CAR SNOW CRASH CHAOS COSTS £60M 3 Feb 2009 (News)
  could easily rise to nearer 50 hours. Evans added: "Driver inexperience is to blame with people coming across marooned cars and hitting them, driving too fast or too close to the car in front."
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  'Time to change' 23 Oct 2008 (News)
  the change. He stated since the trial "more than 5,000 people have died and nearly 30,000 have been seriously injured because of this unwillingness to apply objective thinking". Meanwhile, Rospa recently launched a study looking into improving the safety of young people who drive
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  Motorists may find iQ is intelligent choice 2 Oct 2008 (News)
  metres long, the manufacturer claims its designers refused to compromise on space, comfort or driving fun. However, its small size could well mean cheaper car insurance premiums and the fact is produces less than 100 grams of CO2 per kilometres means owners will pay no road tax. Toyota
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  Price is 'number one factor' for used car buyers 3 Sep 2008 (News)
  Used car buyers are motivated more by price than by other factors when making a purchase, an annual survey has shown. Carried out by the British Market Research Bureau, the survey is part of the annual BCA Used Car Market Report. It found that while price was the driving factor
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  Daihatsu drivers 'can pick up limited edition bargain' 1 Aug 2008 (News)
  on their car insurance policy if cover firms decide to reward their eco-conscious stance. "The award-winning Terios range has a high standard specification which includes air-conditioning, power-steering ... and full-time four-wheel drive with electronic centre diff-lock," said
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  Mazda 'to return' to British International Motor Show 17 Jun 2008 (News)
  of members of the public to get experience behind the wheel of Mazda's cars for free. Guests can drive the Mazda MX-5 and new Mazda2 3dr supermini on a purpose-built track. The person with the fastest time will receive a Mazda2 3dr Sport for a year. Spectators can also see
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  'Astonishing rise' in car insurance write-offs 17 Jun 2008 (News)
  -off due to growing popularity of Gap insurance policies. In other insurance news, Norwich Union has announced that it is scrapping its pay-as-you-go insurance. The scheme would have resulted in cheaper premiums for motorists who did not drive at high-risk times like rush hour
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  British Motor Show tickets 'a great gift for Father's Day' 12 Jun 2008 (News)
  paddock. As well as the many exhibitions there will also be live stunt shows, try-it-yourself Land Rover driving, exciting competitions and music concerts from the likes of rockers Status Quo and Deep Purple. Marketing director Kirsty Perkinson said: "Combining fast cars, amazing
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  Insurers 'taking mobile offences seriously' 19 May 2008 (News)
  are not aware of the premium rise and we hope that raising awareness of this extra cost will help people to think twice about chatting on a handheld phone when driving." Earlier this year, a survey by the Department for Transport found that 185,000 drivers were caught breaking the mobile phone law
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  New Nissan Offers Website 3 May 2007 (News)
  as a test drive booking service. The site also features a dedicated area for business users and a useful buyers guide, which gives impartial advice to customers on what to consider when buying a car, where to find more information about the car they are considering and also information on Nissan’s
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  Perodua Cashback Extended: MYVI 1.3 From Just £6,799 6 Apr 2007 (News)
  -2007) EXCELLENT VALUE FOR MONEY, ESPECIALLY WITH £1,000 CASHBACK. Decent drive. 60/40 split rear seats fold flat. More at www.perodua-uk.com
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  Production of MG cars to resume at Longbridge 1 Feb 2007 (News)
  drive MG TF roadster customer orders will be subject to final assembly in the revived Longbridge plant. The re-opening of the Birmingham-based plant will bring a welcome boost to the local economy, employing many former MG Rover workers who will provide valuable product knowledge