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  Paris Motor Show 2014: Land Rover launches new Discovery Sport 2 Oct 2014 (News)
  -litre diesel with 190PS that comes with either a six-speed manual or a nine-speed automatic. The latter is likely to account for the vast majority of models sold. Later in 2015 a two-wheel drive version of the Discovery Sport will be launched. Powered by a 150PS version of the same engine
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  GM invests in distraction recognition technology 9 Sep 2014 (News)
  specialising in facial recognition and tiredness-sensing technology. And although safety is the primary purpose of the system, its remit can also be expanded to security; the system could potentially use facial recognition to determine if a thief is driving the car, for example, or use eye movement to operate
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  Goodwood Festival of Speed 2014: Revised Focus ST to debut 24 Jun 2014 (News)
  -hand drive Mustang is powered by either a 5.0-litre V8 with 426PS or an intriguing 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine designed to offer turbocharged
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  Goodwood Festival Of Speed 2014: British Rally Champion to make rare appearance 23 May 2014 (News)
  -Sport World Rally Team, the Escort RS Cosworth dominated the 1994 British MSA Rally Championship, with four stage wins. The car was built by Malcolm Wilson Motorsport in 1992 and competed the following year in the British Rally Championship. With Wilson driving and Bryan Thomas as co-driver
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  Geneva Motor Show 2014: Aston Martin V8 Vantage and DB9 special editions unveiled 4 Mar 2014 (News)
  of 190mph. Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox, although a close-ratio seven-speed automated manual will be available as an option. The rear-wheel drive racer is 20kg lighter than the standard V8 Vantage, with carbon fibre and Kevlar seats and ten-spoke forged alloy
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  Geneva Motor Show 2014: Renault's new 160PS 1.6 dCi engine launched at Geneva 20 Feb 2014 (News)
  driving enjoyment. The system comprises two sequential turbo-compressors. The first is a very low inertia turbo which provides high low-end torque for crisp pull-away and mid-range acceleration. The transverse water flow system permits faster and more efficient cooling of the combustion chamber
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  'Steady' Barker's Lancia to star at the Autosport show 6 Jan 2014 (News)
  -aluminium body based on Steady’s sketches, turned into reality with the help of the latest technology, using the expertise of Stuart Brown of 3D Engineering.' The car will be unveiled at Autosport International and will be driven again by Steady Barker. He said: 'I test drove the driving
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  Brighton Speed Trials under threat from local authorities 24 Dec 2013 (News)
  best race cars and motorcycles along Madeira Drive. More than 200 vehicles line up to take a timed run including road cars, race cars and drag bikes who compete to win the fastest in their class. A top six run-off to find the fastest car and bike brings the day to a dramatic close
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 24 20 Jun 2013 (News)
  . Today proved to be all about an enjoyable drive through very green countryside, with a network of roads threading through giant-sized fields of either sunflowers, wheat, or maize, with several passage-controls at roadside cafes, where crews would meet up. The remote and rural roads proved traffic
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  Kia notches up half a million UK sales 11 Jun 2013 (News)
  : 'The test drive blew me away - we instantly decided it was the car for us. The warranty is fantastic and will provide that financial peace of mind which is a relief with a baby on the way. The car really does have everything we need.' The first Kia launched in the UK was the Pride in 1991 - Kia's
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  Preview: Silverstone classic car auction, Northamptonshire, 17 May 22 Apr 2013 (News)
  this, 'only increases its collectability', but we'd say that it's a shame that the 200bhp V6 under the engine cover won't deliver the performance the wild looks hint at. As it's already modified, what harm would a suitably hotted-up engine do? We love the early left-hand drive interior, which retains
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  Shell V-Power Nitro+ Promises Even Better Performance 18 Apr 2013 (News)
  -up of diesel fuel injection systems, which helps to restore and maintain engine power. Shell V-Power Nitro+ fuels are designed to instantly get to work in your engine from the first fill, no matter what car you drive. Shell V-Power Nitro+ fuels
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  Preview: RM classic car auction, Texas, 27 April 17 Apr 2013 (News)
  of the impressive 2000GT have ballooned to reflect their rarity - they've expanded three-fold. This one should do well on that basis - it's in lovely post-restoration condition, and is one of the 62 left-hand-drive cars. Other cars up for sale are a 1965 Lamborghini 350GT, Porsche 959, Porsche 911 Targa
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  Welcome to Honest John Classics 8 Apr 2013 (News)
  be covering all the latest events, auctions, and industry stories. Core to the appeal of classic cars is actually getting out and driving them, so expect lots of events coverage - there's nothing like putting money where your mouth is and covering miles in your classic. We have some very
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  Geneva Motor Show 2013: BMW i3 gets European debut 4 Mar 2013 (News)
  recharge once every two to three days. The BMW i3 goes well beyond this target, with a range of between 80-100 miles per day. The i3 will also be supplied with an optional range extender, which increases the driving range to approximately 190 miles. Expect the i models to go on sale in 2014-'15.
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  Renault Zoe Electric Car Travels 1,005 Miles in 24 Hours 14 Jun 2012 (News)
  ) in Normandy, with fifteen drivers from Aubevoye, Cléon, Sandouville, Flins, Douai and Grand Couronne taking turns at the wheel, driving and charging as necessary. Twenty-four hours later, they crossed the finishing line, with mileages of 1,618 km and 1,506 km respectively.  To achieve
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  How to Start Your Car in the Snow 11 Nov 2011 (News)
  this winter, the IAM has launched a new website,  drivingadvice.org.uk , with traffic updates, weather forecasts and tips on how to drive safely in winter. Tips cover rain, snow, ice, fog and wind – everything you can expect in a typically unpredictable
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  IAM Advises How To Prepare Your Car For Winter 14 Oct 2011 (News)
  , drivingadvice.org.uk , with traffic updates, weather forecasts and tips on how to drive safely in winter. Tips cover rain, snow, ice, fog and wind – everything you can expect in a typically unpredictable British winter. Check it out before you travel.
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  All-new Hyundai i30 due in early 2012 10 Aug 2011 (News)
  to Hyundai’s new Flex Steeroption.  With three operating modes – Comfort, Normal and Sport – the system can be used to vary the level of steering assistance and feedback in order to suit driving conditions and make the journey more pleasurable.  Like all other Hyundai models, the new i30 comes with Five
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  Motorsport at Crystal Palace Next Weekend 21 May 2011 (News)
  Heritage Collection, the Ferrari Owners' Club and the Historic Rally Car Register, among many others. Visitors can test their driving skills in an authentic Formula One simulator, or try navigating an off-road track at the wheel of a Navara Simulator. There will also be Playstation pods to play