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Caterham reveals futuristic AeroSeven Concept - with first deliveries in Autumn 2014Published: 20/09/2013 15:23:00
Caterham Cars has today unveiled the AeroSeven Concept at the Singapore Grand Prix – an exciting new performance concept road car.As the first model designed with significan.
NO A14 TOLL: Proposals would 'be an expensive way of generating income' and 'Burden' IndustryPublished: 17/09/2013 11:09:00
The Department for Transport’s proposal to implement a toll on a stretch of the planned new A14 – the Huntingdon southern bypass – is causing anger among motorists and busin.
Ford set to show off S-Max and Vignale concepts in FrankfurtPublished: 11/09/2013 00:45:00
Ford is set to reveal its vision for a future new Ford S-MAX Concept sport activity vehicle and the all-new Ford Mondeo Vignale Concept – a preview of the exclusive Vignale product and ownership experience that will launch in Europe in 2015.The new S-MAX Concept builds upo.
International Van of the Year 2014: the new Ford Transit ConnectPublished: 10/09/2013 18:27:00
The new Ford Transit Connect has been named “International Van of the Year 2014” at the COMTRANS commercial vehicle exhibition in Moscow as Ford becomes the first single manufacturer to win the award for two consecutive years.Ford registered a record-equalling fifth “Inter.
Electric vehicle motor speeds could double with help of new researchPublished: 05/09/2013 07:59:00
Specialist engineering consultancy Drive System Design (DSD) has been named as a key member of a new £16 million government-backed development consortium announced at LCV201.
Nissan to have affordable driverless cars on sale within seven yearsPublished: 28/08/2013 13:09:00
Nissan today announced that the company will be ready with multiple, commercially-viable Autonomous Drive vehicles by 2020. Nissan announced that the company's engineer.
Mercedes announce new S 63 AMG will cost nearly £120,000Published: 20/08/2013 08:15:00
Mercedes have made quite a bold, sweeping statement by calling their new S 63 AMG ‘the most sophisticated car in the world’, but it is by no means affordable for the majority of people – with a price tag of £119,565.While its 5.5-litre V8 twin-turbo engine is most certainl.
Ford’s luxury ‘high-tech’ Kuga Titanium X Sport series set to boost company’s salesPublished: 19/08/2013 09:32:00
With around 7,500 sales in the year to date, those seeking a sportier spin on the ever-popular Ford Kuga will be able to do so from today.Ford has announced that customers w.
Ten million motorists have driven without an MOT, new survey revealsPublished: 12/08/2013 14:31:00
A NEW survey by the SMMT has revealed a shocking number of motorists have driven without a valid MOT. Around 67 per cent admitted driving for up to one week without a v.
Government relaxes cabotage legislation to 'boost our economy'Published: 09/08/2013 13:10:00
Following a consultation with industry, the government has announced plans to relax cabotage rules around peak vehicle registration periods. Around 400,000 new cars and vans are registered in both March and September, with the two months collectively accounting for mo.
Hyundai's 2014 WRC i20 undergoes 'solid month of testing' in 'a range of conditions'Published: 07/08/2013 13:20:00
Hyundai Motorsport continued to make strong progress on its development programme by conducting the first gravel tests with a new 2014-specification of the i20 WRC in July.A.
Michael Schumacher's Benetton B191 among prestigious cars to be auctioned offPublished: 06/08/2013 12:04:00
BMW AFM 328 Roadster ex Günther Bechem - German GP.The car in which seven time World Champion Michael Schumacher scored his first ever Grand Prix points is to be auctioned a.
Tottenham’s Clint Dempsey set to celebrate return to homeland with new Nissan 370ZPublished: 05/08/2013 14:17:00
Clint Dempsey helped propel Fulham to a Europa League final before winning Premiership Player of the Season and being signed by Spurs for £6.6m.For nearly £6m, the 30-year-o.
150th Anniversary of Henry Ford's birth celebrated around the worldPublished: 31/07/2013 01:56:00
Yesterday marked the 150th anniversary of the birth of Henry Ford, whose innovative ideas revolutionised transportation and brought mobility to the masses. Henry Ford’s endu.
1965 Aston Martin DB5 exceeds estimate to fetch £374,000 at Silverstone auctionPublished: 30/07/2013 12:38:00
A host of cars with ‘star’ appeal helped Silverstone Auctions to a record-breaking Silverstone Classic sale, generating more than £2million.In total, 64 percent of the road .
Tottenham’s Gareth Bale set to splash out £150,000-a-week salary on luxury new car collectionPublished: 29/07/2013 15:39:00
Arguably the best British playmaker in football right now, Gareth Bale has been critical to Tottenham Hotspur’s success in the last few seasons, having helped rocket the tea.
£10 Million Pound Prize Announced To Make Ultra Low Emission CarsPublished: 26/07/2013 15:18:00
A new £10 million prize to incentivise the development of the next generation of ultra low emission cars has been announced by the Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander during a visit to McLaren.The prize will encourage commercial and investment opportunities in .
Five Gran Turismo Cars Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney Should Own as he approaches 300th Premier League outing for clubPublished: 26/07/2013 14:02:00
Wayne Rooney has been widely regarded as one of the best strikers in football, and having scored four goals in five games for the England national football team this year, i.
Chelsea’s Fernando Torres and the 1957 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk III from RM AuctionsPublished: 25/07/2013 10:22:00
Fernando Torres is well known for driving around in his Aston Martin DB9 Vantage, but with the brand becoming so common, has Aston Martin lost its ‘cool’ factor?Aston Martin.
AA president Edmund King on deadly potholesPublished: 24/07/2013 00:56:00
The AA’s president Edmund King had his Mercedes E-Class wrecked by potholes earlier this year, as he was filling it with petrol in the Hertfordshire town of St Albans, when the whole front of the estate collapsed.Now, the outspoken boss has told Motortrades Insight the tru.
EXCLUSIVE: Ford of Britain Managing Director Mark Ovenden reveals Chinese competitors pose a significant threatPublished: 24/07/2013 00:56:00
Everyone is talking about China and how it could take over the luxury car market within the next seven years. McKinsey & Company estimates Chinese manufacturers wil.
Britain has to work out what it is truly best at in the global automotive industry to safeguard and boost jobs, says Ford of Britain MD Mark OvendenPublished: 23/07/2013 23:30:00
A Ford employee works on the EcoBoost engine.It is a question often raised. And one that is often left unanswered. But Mark Ovenden, Ford of Britain’s Managing Director, has.
Morris Minor Series (Part One): What makes these little cars so popular?Published: 18/07/2013 00:20:00
As the elderly population in the UK gradually increases, are more people buying Morris Minors as an affordable classic car to enjoy in retirement?Tim Brennan, Company Direct.
Margaret Thatcher: ‘We must have secret ballots’ to save motorhome industry, after hearing of strike at Southampton Ford Transit plantPublished: 18/07/2013 00:20:00
Richard Holdsworth, the founder and owner of the now defunct Holdsworth Motorhomes, has spoken of how Margaret Thatcher insisted on trying out the new Holdsworth Ford motorh.
Putting restrictions on young drivers can make them safer, says RAC FoundationPublished: 17/07/2013 01:47:00
Placing conditions on the licences of young drivers could reduce fatal accidents amongst this group by more than a half.One in five young drivers (17-24 year-olds) will have.
Government must fuel UK automotive ambition after 'thrilling' British Grand Prix, says MPPublished: 09/07/2013 12:42:00
Just two weeks ago, the world’s fiercest and fastest racing drivers returned to Silverstone for what turned out to be a thrilling British Grand Prix. While our exceptional B.
Police commissioners do not regard road safety as a high priority, as number of road traffic police plummetPublished: 09/07/2013 10:32:00
Traffic police numbers across Great Britain have been cut by 12 per cent in five years, with some forces suffering 30 to 40 per cent reductions, according to data released t.
Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard could add £2.6m Icona Vulcano hybrid supercar to his motoring collectionPublished: 04/07/2013 12:38:00
Arguably one of the England national football team’s most successful and reliable players, Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard is no stranger to driving around in flash cars.Scoring .
VUHL and Stirling Moss reveal lightweight supercar at RAC ClubPublished: 03/07/2013 15:33:00
After many months of secrecy, the VUHL 05 road-legal lightweight supercar has finally arrived.Unveiled by VUHL Automotive founders Guillermo and Iker Echeverria and Alberto Chapa to an audience of invited press, VIP guests and motorsport royalty, including Sir Stirling Mos.
Princess Diana's green Audi set to make £25,000 at auction this weekendPublished: 28/06/2013 11:18:00
Diana, Princess of Wales 1994 Audi cabriolet 2.3 EA 1994 Audi cabriolet 2.3 E once owned by Diana, Princess of Wales, will be auctioned by COYS at their traditional Blenheim.
Ford launches Driving Skills for Life training as one in 20 young drivers admit to drink drivingPublished: 28/06/2013 10:30:00
Ford has announced the introduction of its globally successful Ford Driving Skills for Life programme in the UK, as the latest figures confirm that road accidents remain one.
The very fast Lord Drayson sets new land speed record for an electric car, as Drayson Racing aims to set more records todayPublished: 26/06/2013 09:43:00
Drayson Racing has set a new World Electric Land Speed Record of 204.185mph.Former science minister, businessman and racing driver Lord Drayson was behind the wheel of the D.
WRC’s sensational Sebastien Ogier wins Rally Italy for Volkswagen thanks to ‘tyre friendly driving style’, as Mikkelsen has ‘slip up’Published: 24/06/2013 13:59:00
At the halfway point of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), Volkswagen dominates the proceedings with its fifth win in seven rallies – thanks to the speed of Sebastien O.
Elmbridge, Surrey: The convertible capital of BritainPublished: 21/06/2013 12:51:00
The Borough of Elmbridge in Surrey is the UK’s ‘convertible capital’, according to new research conducted by Citroën UK. The area, which includes the towns of Esher, Weybridge and Walton-on-Thames, has over 5,300 convertibles registered, or one for around every 25 re.
Classic Aston Martin heritage showroom opens in Newport PagnellPublished: 20/06/2013 09:41:00
After two years of refurbishment, a Heritage Showroom has opened at Aston Martin Works - the historic home of the iconic British brand. For the first time heritage cars will be sold directly from its Newport Pagnell base, allowing customers to draw on the vast knowled.
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Prices to start at £61,495 in the UK – 6.2-litre V8 is said to be ‘the most powerful standard engine ever’Published: 18/06/2013 15:17:00
Chevrolet's latest performance car, the Corvette Stingray, will arrive at dealerships across Europe in autumn 2013. In the UK, prices for the Corvette Stingray coupe start f.
Grey fleets said to be a ‘risk’ to vehicle leasing and fleet management companiesPublished: 17/06/2013 14:31:00
Vehicle leasing and fleet management companies need to do more to help their corporate customers manage the risk to their businesses posed by what is known as the ‘grey flee.
Romania's Dacia Duster named Best Budget 4x4 for towing caravans Published: 14/06/2013 12:52:00
Budget car maker Dacia striked gold at the Towcar Awards last night, after its flagship Duster was named Best Budget 4x4 at the ceremony At The Sculpture Gallery in Woburn Abbey, Bedfordshire, judges described the ‘shockingly affordable multi-award winner’ as “a lot o.
ACEA welcomes European proposals to make automated emergency calls for road accidents mandatory from 2015 to save 2,500 livesPublished: 13/06/2013 13:47:00
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has welcomed the legislative proposal on eCall published today by the European Commission, and has called on all st.
Father’s Day Gifts: The Four Best Budget Classic Cars to hire for a Happy DadPublished: 13/06/2013 11:16:00
When you’re a dad of a certain age new rules apply. Rules, let’s be honest, that kids just don’t get. So to celebrate Father’s Day on June 16th here are the Top Four Happy D.
The New Vauxhall Insignia Range: A true class-leader in fuel economy, power, running costs, CO2 emissions and pricePublished: 12/06/2013 10:40:00
Vauxhall has released its first official pictures of the new Insignia range, which goes on sale today with drivers able to get their hands on the car from October. Ava.
VUHL 05 exclusive image released - the Mexican supercar set to take the world by stormPublished: 11/06/2013 10:39:00
Following the global announcement from VUHL Automotive in March, confirming it is embarking on the launch of an all-new road-legal lightweight supercar – the VUHL 05 – the c.
Jaguar car designer Ian Callum wins 'Interior Designer of the Year' awardPublished: 07/06/2013 12:24:00
Ian Callum, Director of Design for Jaguar, has been declared ''Interior Designer of the Year'' in the Automotive Interiors Expo Awards.On receiving the award, Ian Callum sai.
Toyota gives UK automotive industry a boost with start of production of new Auris Touring SportsPublished: 07/06/2013 11:28:00
Toyota opened a new chapter in its European operations today with the official start of production of the new Auris Touring Sports at Toyota Manufacturing UK’s Burnaston car.
Pickup trucks see rise in popularity as commercial vehicle and van market suffers from May slumpPublished: 06/06/2013 12:44:00
While the commercial vehicle market has been on a high so far this year, and the sun has been shining on Britain, May was gloomy for commercial vehicle manufacturers. T.
Ford wins prestigious International Engine of the Year accolade for second consecutive year with its EcoBoost technologyPublished: 06/06/2013 11:10:00
Ford’s ultra-fuel efficient and spirited 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, designed and engineered in the UK, has been named 2013 International Engine of the Year, marking t.
Ford Doncaster recognised as one of the best Ford dealerships in the UK, as Stoneacre Motor Group scoops Ford Chairman's Award Published: 04/06/2013 13:58:00
Ford Doncaster, one of the 29 sites of Stoneacre Motor Group, has been recognised as one of the best Ford dealerships in the UK by its customers.Stoneacre Motor Group has sc.
£790m Forth Bridge Replacement Crossing to be ‘cable-strayed’ with motorway and hard shoulder , as Strainstall is awarded structural health monitoring contractPublished: 03/06/2013 12:39:00
The new Forth Replacement Crossing is to be a cable-stayed bridge carrying a motorway with two general lanes of traffic plus hard shoulder in either direction. Supporte.
British motorhome manufacturers ‘putting up stiff resistance’ to European imports, says Holdsworth Motorhomes founderPublished: 03/06/2013 10:46:00
With the sun beaming its heat onto Britain’s countryside, now is simply not the time to go abroad – at least for the 120,000 motorhome owners in Britain. But now, Richa.
Caterham Seven: A new, more affordable, entry-level model to celebrate 40th anniversaryPublished: 31/05/2013 16:40:00
Caterham Cars will release a new, affordable entry-level version of the iconic Seven that harks back to the philosophy that inspired its creation.The car will come with an a.
Investing in Classic Cars: the view from the world’s leading classic Jaguar restoration specialistPublished: 31/05/2013 15:50:00
Classic cars are prestigious, classy and exciting. A $16.3m Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, an $11m Ford GT40, a $3.7m Jaguar C-Type and a $3.7m Aston Martin DB3S – just some of th.
Volkswagen Crafter taking practical large van market by storm with £700 of extras as standardPublished: 30/05/2013 13:59:00
The Volkswagen Crafter range is getting a boost to its standard specification, with over £700-worth of extras now standard, making the Crafter not only one of the most compe.
Cheapest Van Insurance and Road Tax: the most economical vans for small businessesPublished: 29/05/2013 11:49:00
With thousands of entrepreneurial Britons choosing to start up their own businesses every year, the market for small vans remains strong. Here, we pick a selection of some o.
Is the Subaru Forester the safest SUV for families? Scoring top marks in frontal crash tests could make it a life-saver for front passengersPublished: 20/05/2013 15:04:00
The new Subaru Forester has become the first vehicle to score top marks in a severe new frontal crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in .
BMW i3 and BMW i8 UK dealers revealed, as interest in ultra-modern city cars remains ‘extremely high’Published: 20/05/2013 13:15:00
BMW today revealed its network of UK dealers that will supply and support BMW i, the company’s revolutionary new sub-brand featuring electric drive systems and premium mobil.
Bosch working on diesel engine technology to reduce CO2 emissions by a further 20 per cent Published: 10/05/2013 13:10:00
BOSCH is working on creating the next-generation technology which it hopes will help reduce emissions in diesel and gasoline vehicles by a further 20 per cent. The comp.
Coventry University's budding car designers set to showcase models at Coventry Degree ShowPublished: 01/05/2013 22:07:00
A prototype arctic research vehicle and a supercharged low emissions racing car are amongst the innovative designs being showcased by students from Coventry University’s Sch.
Confidence slips as independent car dealers say business is tougher this year than ever beforePublished: 30/04/2013 16:36:00
A TOUGHER business climate than 12 months ago is being reported this year by independent used car dealers, according to CAP Automotive.Confidence about immediate future perf.
Girl Power: Ladies shoot to second in pre-war classic car race from Edinburgh to London as 1934 car wins Flying Scotsman RallyPublished: 26/04/2013 11:09:00
The fifth Flying Scotsman Rally, which sees enthusiasts drive from London to Edinburgh in a pre-war car, proved a vintage year with a nail biting finish that saw two ladies .
Techno-car in space saving revolution: Compact Ford Fiesta breaks new barriersPublished: 26/04/2013 09:58:00
TECHNOLOGY which could in the future support the development of a four-person car that only occupies the space of a two-person car today has been demonstrated in a new resea.
UK car manufacturing falls 6.3 per cent in March – SMMTPublished: 25/04/2013 10:41:00
CAR manufacturing in the UK fell 6.3 per cent in March to 126,609 units. In the first three months of 2013 (Q1), the number of cars produced compared to the same period last year fell two per cent to 393,416 units. Last year, the figure stood at 401,425. Mike Bau.
Energy efficient 48 volt LC Super Hybrid makes world debut as technology demonstratorPublished: 24/04/2013 10:38:00
The Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium (ALABC) and Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) are set to showcase their energy efficient, low carbon 48 volt LC Super Hybrid tech.
Prodrive creates ‘gorgeous’ coloured composites using a new manufacturing processPublished: 23/04/2013 16:01:00
PRODRIVE has developed a new manufacturing process to create advanced composites with a range of elegant ‘designer’ colours.Having a glass-like finish, the precision manufac.
Wales’ Ford plant in Bridgend boosted with multi-million pound investment to produce new 1.5-litre EcoBoost enginePublished: 22/04/2013 16:55:00
Ford is announcing a £24 million investment programme at its high-tech Bridgend engine plant in Wales to produce a new fuel-efficient 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. .
Lazy London drivers most likely to suffer 'avoidable' MOT failuresPublished: 19/04/2013 10:26:00
Motorists in London are more likely than those in any other part of the UK to fail their MOT as a result of simple, easy-to-fix, issues such as blown bulbs, worn tyres and c.
Nissan Note’s Safety Shield: the first mini MPV with technology that adds an extra eye to the driving experiencePublished: 16/04/2013 13:50:00
With the average person having a field of vision of around 120-degrees, drivers of the new Nissan Note are set to triple their vision with the aid of micro-cameras that surr.
Van Finance in the Spotlight: VolkswagenPublished: 16/04/2013 11:01:00
Volkswagen’s vans are still some of the most affordable to run thanks to its latest spring finance and servicing offers - according to the German manufacturer.The German marquee has even lowered some of its prices from last year.They include new vans still available from £.
Ford and GM to make new generation of 9 and 10-speed automatic transmissionsPublished: 15/04/2013 16:10:00
FORD and GM today signed an agreement to confirm that the two companies will develop and produce ‘an all-new generation of advanced technology 9- and 10-speed automatic tran.
Ford Mondeo benefits from 1.5-litre EcoBoost enginePublished: 12/04/2013 16:54:00
FORD has revealed its new four-cylinder 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, which can be found in the upcoming Mondeo, set to have its debut at the Shanghai Motor Show next week. Last month, Motortrades Insight was the first publication to exclusively reveal details of a new.
Ford Transit Courier: All-New compact van makes world debut at Birmingham’s Commercial Vehicle ShowPublished: 09/04/2013 10:33:00
It may look like an ordinary van from the outside but inside, we discover a comfortable front compartment with plenty of room for transporting goods.The Ford Transit Courier.
Auto Shanghai Show Glamour: girls and their cars at the 2011 Shanghai Motor ShowPublished: 08/04/2013 12:46:00
Auto Shanghai has been held every two years and is the most highly anticipated motor show in the Far East. Founded in 1985 as 'the first professional auto show in China', th.
Used LCV values rise in March, as ‘continued shortage of stock helps to drive demand and keep prices firm’, says British Car AuctionsPublished: 08/04/2013 12:40:00
USED LCV values have risen again in March to a record high of £4,860, while the value of the average used car sold at auction decreased to £7,000.The average March figure of.
Rockingham Motor Speedway taken over by Jersey-based investment firm Grey RockPublished: 08/04/2013 11:59:00
ROCKINGHAM today announced Jersey-based investor Grey Rock is the new owner of the Northamptonshire circuit.Represented by Stuart Wright, a motorsport enthusiast and former .
Renault must end ‘battery not included’ approach to Zoe, if electric cars are to be given a fighting chance, CAP saysPublished: 05/04/2013 12:47:00
Experts at independent automotive information provider CAP have called on Renault to "give some great electric cars a real chance" in the company car market.The call came as.
Bristol and Belfast named the worst for traffic jams, as Britain’s most congested cities are revealedPublished: 04/04/2013 13:49:00
London is no longer the worst city for being stuck in horrendous traffic jams, according to new figures.Both Bristol and Belfast are more congested during rush hour than the.
British Car Auctions signs remarketing deal with car dealer Jardine Motors GroupPublished: 03/04/2013 15:14:00
British Car Auctions has announced what is describes as 'a substantial and exclusive remarketing agreement' with luxury dealer group, Jardine. The deal will see BCA re.
Jason Plato and Matt Neal top the podium in Kent as British Touring Car Championship kicks off with Easter spectacular at Brands HatchPublished: 02/04/2013 11:16:00
Jason Plato leads this season’s British Touring Car Championship after taking two wins from the opening three races of the season on the Brands Hatch Indy circuit in the qua.
Bridge Mill Motors – Cheshire’s leading Aston Martin specialist goes the extra mile to repair and service owners’ carsPublished: 28/03/2013 17:33:00
As luxury British car maker Aston Martin adds more new and innovative technologies to its cars, Bridge Mill Motors, the North of England’s leading independent Aston Martin r.
Stars and their cars: Celebrities rush to pose at New Range Rover Sport LaunchPublished: 27/03/2013 15:53:00
Celebrities and models were invited to the launch of the New Range Rover Sport in New York. From Daniel Craig and Jade Jagger to Michael Strahan and Eric West, the event was.
Young drivers to face night curfew as government proposes radical overhaul to driver trainingPublished: 26/03/2013 13:16:00
New proposals by the government to improve the safety and finances of struggling young drivers were announced today at a summit for the motor industry, but could see young d.
Tim Offen Motors - Internet could bring new hope to struggling business, explains Northamptonshire garage ownerPublished: 25/03/2013 13:42:00
A GARAGE owner from Northamptonshire has told how business is so low, he is hoping the internet will boost its profile and bring an array of fresh customers."I haven't.
Renault ZoePublished: 21/03/2013 16:00:00
The Renault ZOE is the highly-anticipated all-electric hatchback with a stylish Toyota Yaris Verso-like look. With five doors, it is much more practical than competitors, but with a range of 130 miles (90 miles in real-life tests for normal conditions and 60 miles for cold.
Fuel duty frozen for drivers as automotive industry displays its proposals for transport and roadsPublished: 20/03/2013 15:54:00
With Chancellor George Osborne announcing his 2013 budget today, motorists want cheaper road tax, reduced fuel duty, cheaper company car tax, investment to fix the milli.
MOT Test ‘is becoming stricter’ with ‘more reasons to fail’ than ever beforePublished: 20/03/2013 10:36:00
The MOT test is becoming 'stricter', according to Alan Wilson, Head of Testing Schemes Management at VOSA, the Vehicle Operator and Services Agency."It's getting more compre.
One million motorists delay repairing accident damage on their carsPublished: 18/03/2013 12:39:00
New research has suggested that in excess of one million motorists are driving on Britain's roads with accident-damaged vehicles.Tens of thousands may be unaware that the sa.
Jules Bianchi 'the best' Formula One rookie as Valtteri Bottas, Esteban Gutierrez, Giedo van der Garde and Max Chilton prepare for debutsPublished: 13/03/2013 02:15:00
With five new rookies in Formula One, Motortrades Insight assesses the unknown faces of the racing drivers who will find stardom in the world's most viewed motor racing even.
Technology revamped: RAC reveals ‘magic box’ to diagnose faults and prevent breakdownsPublished: 11/03/2013 15:20:00
IN what seems like a highly unusual move for one of the country’s largest breakdown recovery firms, the RAC today revealed it is to give its members a ‘magic box’.It will di.
The Apprentice: Increasing number of businesses reliant on young people as National Apprenticeship Week kicks off in stylePublished: 11/03/2013 11:35:00
It was common decades ago, but many struggling businesses in the automotive industry today are increasingly reliant on apprentices to keep their business alive. Apprentices .
Electric car technology developing at lightning rate, as researchers work overtime to create revolutionary motorsPublished: 08/03/2013 14:15:00
THEY are unfairly criticised by cynical members of the public and in the past have been know for travelling only a short distance and needing a whole night to recharge.Yet, .
EXCLUSIVE: Unipart Eberspacher opens new facility to make high-tech fuel system parts for next-generation cars including new Ford modelsPublished: 08/03/2013
Every 32 seconds, a direct injection fuel rail comes off the new production line in a suburb of Coventry, where Unipart Eberspacher has expanded its factory to create the ne.
Ford KugaPublished: 07/03/2013 16:30:00
The Ford Kuga is a powerful, stylish and comfortable new 4x4 - and the 'smartest' the manufacturer has ever made, crammed with off-road functions and on-demand technology. An Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system adapts to terrain and conditions in an instant, Active Cit.
Suzuki KizashiPublished: 07/03/2013 13:00:00
The Kizashi is to play a significant role in the Suzuki Motor Company's plan for growth. Unlike the hatchbacks and 4x4s for which the Japanese car maker is known, this is Suzuki's first family saloon, and is.
Car insurance premiums for young drivers could fall by up to 20 per centPublished: 06/03/2013
THREE MILLION young drivers could benefit from new proposals which could save them between 15 to 20 per cent on their car premiums.The insurance indu.
Geneva 2013: The Ford EcoSportPublished: 05/03/2013
FORD has revealed its European-production version of the all-new EcoSport 4x4 and will be showcasing the stylish vehicle to the world at the Geneva Motor Show.The EcoSport will be equipped with Ford SYNC voice-activated in-car co.
Vauxhall Cascada and Adam ready to rock GenevaPublished: 28/02/2013
VAUXHALL is to make four world premieres at next month's Geneva Motor Show including the full-size, four-seat convertible, the Cascada, the Adam Rocks and R2 concepts and the super-efficient 1.6-litre diesel engine in the Zafira Tourer. Priced from £23,995 on-the-r.
Super-cheap 4x4s the next big thingPublished: 26/02/2013
ROMANIAN and Chinese cars are beginning to sweep across Britain like a virus, with some experts predicting the emerging budget brands could dominate the market within the next five years.But three months before the Indian-built Dacia Duster launches in showrooms in t.
UK car and engine exports drop significantly as car industry gears up for 'strong year'Published: 21/02/2013
THE NUMBER of UK-built cars made in January increased by 1,499 compared to the same period last year - a modest increase of only 1.2 per cent to 129,049."Output is typically.
Nissan reveal European exclusive: The Nissan 370Z NismoPublished: 11/02/2013
WITH an acceleration speed of 0 to 62mph in only 5.2 seconds, the new exclusively European Nissan 370Z Nismo is an affordable alternative to a Porsche Cayman.Closely following the Juke Nismo, the 370Z Nismo shows what the ultimate Z has to offer and the thrilling c.
Ford begins production of Fiesta STPublished: 07/02/2013
Ford has started production at its assembly plant in Cologne, Germany, of the new Ford Fiesta ST - the first production Fiesta to record a 0 to 62mph acceleration time of under seven seconds.Developed by Ford Team RS, the European arm of Ford Motor Company's Global Perform.
Aston Martin One-77 uses heat-resistant composites under bonnet with new cooling technologyPublished: 06/02/2013
ASTON MARTIN's designers are always seeking new innovations, technology and lightweight materials to enhance their cars. So it should come as no surprise that the ce.
A romantic road trip for your special Valentine: Top five last-minute destinationsPublished: 05/02/2013
AS MILLIONS of men rip out their hair and fret over what to do for their special one this Valentine's Day, drivers should be reminded they can sit back and relax - literally. .
Engine oil for 'more discerning driver' increases power by up to five per centPublished: 31/01/2013
AFTER winning motorsport's Oscar-equivalent accolade for innovation, Millers Oils' David McCann has spoken of the challenges faced in creating a new product and the future o.
Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership names its champions at annual awardsPublished: 30/01/2013
FROM real-life innovations that have made a difference to the world of hybrid technology to eco-friendly fuels, the LowCVP last night announced the victors of its prestigiou.
Nissan Leaf made more affordablePublished: 23/01/2013
A GLOBAL effort to make electric cars more affordable has led to Nissan reducing the price of its all-electric LEAF by £2,500.The car - aimed at drivers in Japan, Europe and the United States - could be driven away for £23,490, with Nissan claiming the new discount is on t.
Electric cars becoming more affordable after Nissan announce price drop for LEAFPublished: 23/01/2013
A GLOBAL effort to make electric cars more affordable has led to Nissan reducing the price of its all-electric LEAF by £2,500.The car - aimed at drivers in Japan, Europe and.
Peugeot and Citroen reveal new innovations for car of the futurePublished: 22/01/2013
AROUND 100 businesses and political decision makers were shown Peugeot-Citoren's newest innovations at its Research and Development centre in France, with a huge amount of technology to be incorporated into cars this year.A world-premiere presentation of a revolutionar.
'Road Trip': OAP gang-of-four to drive around world in The Ultimate ChallengePublished: 22/01/2013
AN ENTHUSIASTIC gang of four elderly gentlemen, all aged over 70, are to take on the greatest motoring challenge on earth - in a bid to raise thousands for good causes.The U.
New Mazda 6 Tourer brings the fun to family carsPublished: 16/01/2013
WHILE it may not look completely exciting when first approaching the new diesel-powered Mazda 6 Tourer, little did we expect this 'family car' to expose a few treats.For many families, driving to and from work, picking up the kids, doi.
RADICAL RXC designer speaks on challenges of creating 175mph race car for the roadPublished: 15/01/2013
RADICAL RXC DESIGNER Vincent Rassat has told Motortrades Insight of how his team 'had headaches to find the right compromise' between a racing car and a road car."We started.
Freddie Mercury Rolls Royce among famous cars under the hammerPublished: 09/01/2013
QUEEN rock legend Freddie Mercury was a big and rather obnoxious character on stage, so it seems appropriate he chose to drive a car to match: The Rolls Royce Silver Shadow.But now, hippy-dressed music fans are predicted to rival heavily pierced rock followers, as ba.
Taxi, courier and truck drivers 'unbelievably dangerous behind the wheel'Published: 08/01/2013
SIGNIFICANT numbers of people who drive to earn their living have been revealed as more likely than the general driving population to speed while driving.A jaw-dropping 76 p.
Low income families at highest risk of road accidentsPublished: 03/01/2013
IF the government is to have any chance of restoring its reputation and reducing the number of people killed or injured on Britain's roads, it will need to focus as much on social factors as safety education, according to a new report by the Royal Society for the P.
Overweight drivers destroying costly efforts to improve fuel efficiencyPublished: 22/10/2012
They may wish to save money on their car costs but obesity is having an adverse impact on motorists.But for every additional 7st in a car, fuel economy will drop by two per .
