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  • Paris Motor Show 2012 Hyundai launches i30 three-door 27 Sep 2012 (News)
    and longer doors. There's a new, black mesh insert and central bar on the hexagonal grille along with sportier fog lights made up of round spots connected to LED daytime running light strips. The mesh theme continues on the clusters and there's also a redesigned lower bumper. At the back
  • Paris Motor Show 2012: Nissan reveals Juke NISMO 27 Sep 2012 (News)
    . The show car has red door mirror caps, large 18-inch wheels and an aggressive looking bodykit featuring a red front splitter and LED running lights. Nissan is also showing the Juke by Ministry of Sound and Micra Elle, which were introduced earlier this year.  
  • Michelin Launches Tyre Dealer Review Website 23 Mar 2012 (News)
    way." The site is already up and running and reviews are flowing in. The site also includes a useful dealer search facility by either name or postcode - and if your local dealer is not listed then you have the opportunity to add it. Geras added: "We are urging
  • 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
  • SEAT's 'Big Weekend' offer 14 Nov 2011 (News)
    ’ automatically qualifies for £200 of vouchers, and if they take out SEAT Finance at the same time they’ll get an additional £200 – making £400 worth of M&S vouchers. Additionally, the offer runs alongside other SEAT promotions – so buyers can also take advantage of the ‘Pay no VAT’ offer, too
  • New battery tech to improve EV range 22 Sep 2011 (News)
    One of the biggest problems with electric cars is so-called range anxiety. EVs can only usually travel around 100 miles before they run out of juice, and charging them is a long-winded process when you find a place to do it. But as with all technology, there’s a constant
  • Next Castle Combe Car Boot Sale September 11th 2 Sep 2011 (News)
    High quality, well run car boot sale with proceeds to local charities.
  • National Motor Museum to host largest ever exhibition of James Bond vehicles 12 Aug 2011 (News)
    The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu will next year stage the largest exhibition of James Bond vehicles ever displayed to celebrate 50 years of the film franchise. It will run for the whole of 2012 and will include some of the most fanmous cars from the films, inlcuingthe
  • Car care specialist has stock stolen 10 Aug 2011 (News)
    of business and unable to fulfil any orders. The website he runs normally sells everything necessary for cleaning, polishing and perfecting a car, from microfiber cloths to the most extravagant of waxes. Matt Gribben said: “I am utterly devastated and at this point I’m not sure what is  going
  • Volkswagen to increase use of plug-in hybrid tech 9 May 2011 (News)
    that runs on E85, a fuel which isn’t commonly available in the UK but is in Scandinavia, and a new 2.0 TDI diesel engine for the US market, with improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions. 
  • Toyota to debut iQ-based electric vehicle 14 Feb 2011 (News)
    represents Toyota's long-term vision for short-range, sustainable mobility and the vehicle integrates an all-electric powertrain, maintaining the car's urban-friendly agility with zero tailpipe emissions and easy, silent electric running. The EV prototype is being put through testing on European roads
  • Volvo recalls every model in its line-up with the exception of XC90 8 Jun 2010 (News)
    the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off." Other recalls in recent months include a fuel leak on the Chevrolet Cruze (831 cars involved), risk of fire on the Jeep Wranger (14 cars involved), failing brake lights on the Nissan Pixo (646 cars involved) and a jamming rear bench
  • One in five buyers has problem with used dealers 18 Mar 2010 (News)
    the first month of buying the car. This has been the biggest complaint for four years running. Of this 67%, a third of owners said the problem with their car was not fixed by the dealer under the Sale of Goods Act and that they had to spend an average of £425 to rectify the fault. Other
  • DIY car maintenance 'on the up' 8 Dec 2009 (News)
    should not be put off as doing so could be dangerous. The Institute of Advanced Motorists recently called attention to the importance of getting a full service check in the run-up to winter. On wet, slippery roads and dark nights, having all car features in tip-top shape could
  • Car insurance providers: December 19th most dangerous day 2 Dec 2009 (News)
    to take to four wheels, it is the run-up to the festivities that causes accidents. This is because many people are rushing in a last-minute bid to get all of their presents in order. Not only are motorists driving faster - their visibility may be affected if they have the back seat
  • New VW California and Caravelle have "added safety features" 23 Nov 2009 (News)
    -seater people carrier and campervan have also been given various technical upgrades, such as a gear change indicator, DAB digital radio, improved alloy wheels. But in terms of safety equipment, buyers will find airbag deactivation switches for passengers, seatbelt reminders, a daylight running
  • Buying or selling a car? Check out the new Hyundai 25 Aug 2009 (News)
    is designed to be more fuel efficient and emit less CO2 than rival cars in its class, with Hyundai claiming the SUV will rival hatchbacks in terms of running costs. The car is to be officially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month ahead of a worldwide rollout in spring next year
  • Following HA advice could protect cheap car insurance premiums 21 Aug 2009 (News)
    planned journeys. It issued this plea in light of new figures that have shown - between July 1st 2008 and June 30th 2009 - an average of 43 motorists a day had to be rescued from English motorways after letting their tanks run dry. The body described the statistics as "alarming
  • Honda Insight 'is a cost-effective company car' 14 Aug 2009 (News)
    online calculator, which allows drivers to compare whole-life running costs for a variety of UK models. The tool shows people how much they are likely to spend over three years or 60,000 miles. It found businesses operating within the London congestion charging zone could save
  • Car buyers may back call for scrappage extension 4 Aug 2009 (News)
    People planning on buying a car before the end of the year may welcome calls for the scrappage scheme to be extended. The publisher Glass's has warned funding for the cash for bangers initiative could run out by October
 

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