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  85g/km Kia Rio to Make UK Public Debut at EcoVelocity 31 Aug 2011 (News)
  to the show, held from the 8 - 11 September in the grounds of Battersea Power Station, will have the opportunity to get up close with the all-new Rio, the new Picanto city-car as well as low-emission versions of the cee'd family hatchback and Sportage crossover on a purpose built test route.  Test drives
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  Company car tax: Should my employer pay for my fuel? 18 Aug 2011 (News)
  . It means a higher rate income tax payer (40%) driving a car in the 25% BIK tax bracket would face a Fuel Benefit Charge of £1,880 per year (25% of £18,800 x 40%). Likewise, a basic rate income tax payer (20%) driving a car in the 30% BIK tax bracket would incur a fuel benefit charge
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  Caterham 7s Now Much Easier to Hire 17 Aug 2011 (News)
  They say the only way to truly understand the Caterham Seven is to drive it - and now there's more opportunity than ever before to enjoy the rest of the summer holiday season in style without breaking the bank. Caterham's legendary Seven sportscar is now available for hire from eight
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  Bridgestone Launches Tyres Safety Website 21 Oct 2010 (News)
  .  Most consumers are unaware of just how important tyre maintenance is to road safety. Results of over 50, 000 free tyre safety checks conducted by Bridgestone last year reveal that 8 in 10 cars drive on under-inflated tyres; 1 in 6 on tyres worn beyond the legal limit and 1 in 11
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  FIAT's eco:Drive WINS ENVIROMENTAL AWARD 18 Nov 2009 (News)
  by Fiat at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, eco:Drive is a free-of-charge tool that helps drivers understand the impact of their driving style on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Using a USB stick plugged into the car’s dashboard, eco:Drive records detailed information about the vehicle
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  Suzuki Helps its Owners Drive Greener 12 Aug 2009 (News)
  Suzuki GB introduces the “Green Light Campaign” available to all Suzuki owners and introduces “My Suzuki” websiteEveryone...
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  No Scrappage Discounts on Microcars 13 May 2009 (News)
  been specifically excluded from the scrappage scheme. “In addition, the UK still has a significant number of older motorists who do not hold licences to drive traditional cars, and who are therefore still driving old polluting and worn-out three wheelers. “Parts
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  Alfa Scrappage Deal means MiTo For £8,995 6 May 2009 (News)
  the driving characteristics of the car for different driving situations. On selected models, Alfa Romeo is offering up to £3,000 in addition to the Government’s incentive. For more information on the Alfa Romeo range and details of the UK scrappage scheme, log
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  Three Years Insurance on New Corsa For £339 20 Dec 2006 (News)
  of the stylish hatchback. The pioneering scheme could mean huge savings, especially for younger drivers who could save more than £2,800 over a three year period, based on quotes obtained from a leading insurer. Yet even those with a long and flawless driving record could benefit, too
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  10% Off Breakdown Cover for HJ Site Users 3 Feb 2004 (News)
  dividends? www.breakdowndirect.co.uk has a different approach to this. Its spokesman says, “Just like the low cost airlines have brought down the cost of air travel, we aim to drive down the cost
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  Yet Another New Fiesta 12 Jul 2001 (News)
  'Multi Activity Vehicle' already seen. Instead, it's a small, butch, gadget-packed 'Urban Activity Vehicle' from the mould of the Mazda Demio and Honda HRV. Though it looks like a four-wheel-drive, it isn't. It's simply a smart-looking, jacked-up two-wheel-drive small estate car on the new
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  Volkswagen Golf Mk 1 To Be VED Free 28 Mar 2014 (News)
  drive. As the successor to the Beetle, of which over 21.5 million were built, the Golf Mk I, designed by Giorgio Giugiaro and Volkswagen Design, had to live up to the immense expectations that it would carry on the success story of what until then was the world’s most successful car
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 20-6-2015 20 Jun 2015 (News)
  or a 90PS 1.5 diesel, but is likely to be the most expensive. Not much boot space in the Fiesta, but the 1.0 EcoBoost 100 and 125 are the most fun of these to drive.   Toll muddle martyr A warning to keep your receipt for some time after crossing the Dartford toll. On 26th
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  UK's first all-electric charging station opens, with plans for 100 more 9 Dec 2020 (News)
  these are the lowest ultra-high power charging rates on the market today. The firm also has plans to introduce a tiered pricing structure in the future.  The site is the first of over 100 Electric Forecourts being built by Gridserve over the next five years, with aims to make driving an EV
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  Skoda Fabia vRS (2003-2007) 19 Jun 2016 (News)
  £11,990 While the Octavia may have introduced the vRS name, it was the Fabia vRS that made the badge famous. On paper this shouldn’t have worked. The drab first generation Fabia is hardly a style classic and neither is it sparkling to drive, so combining it with a diesel engine in order
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  Final episode of The Classic Car Show airs tonight 23 Apr 2015 (News)
  Interceptors or driving an Aston DB5 for two solid days,’ said Quentin. ‘But the best moment was driving Keith Richard's Ferrari 246 Dino round the Monaco hills. Sublime car!’ he added Over the past 12 episodes, the team has driven £10 million Ferraris, honoured the cars
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  Paris Motor Show 2014: Volvo reveals all-new XC90 2 Oct 2014 (News)
  Volvo has unveiled the all-new XC90 at the Paris Motor Show . The second generation SUV will reach the UK in May 2015 and be offered in two or four-wheel drive, with the choice of petrol, diesel or hybrid powertrains
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  A Grand Monday: Alfa Romeo GTV Project 22 Apr 2014 (News)
  and appreciated. There were other issues typical of an Alfa Romeo of this era, though - inconsistent build quality between examples, for a start. Some that emerged were brilliant, and inspirational to drive, while many others were let down by obstructive gearboxes, sloppy steering, and random electrical issues
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  Latest Volvo offers from Drive the Deal 15 Jan 2014 (News)
  servicing pack for just £500. If you wish to buy either of these packs then the dealer Drive the Deal put you in touch with will arrange it for you. These deals and many more at www.drivethedeal.com    
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  Latest Land Rover offers from Drive the Deal 17 May 2013 (News)
  Drive the Deal is offering money off the price of new Land Rovers Freelander and Discovery, plus around £2,000-£4,000 off a new Range Rover Evoque.