Caterham Benefits as Supercar Owners Downsize
May 13, 2009
Affluent motorists hit by the recession are ditching their supercar rides in favour of a taste of classic British motoring. Caterham Cars has become an unusual beneficiary of the economic downturn with an increasing number of owners downsizing their six-figure chargers in favour of pre-owned, but ironically faster, ver ... Continue reading
Gas-Powered Iveco Daily Enters Full Production for the UK Market
Apr 27, 2009
Iveco is gearing-up production of its right-hand drive natural gas powered Daily following the success of a six month trial which saw the vehicle used for recycling and street cleansing operations on behalf of Camden Council. ... Continue reading
Apr 27, 2009
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), a part of the US $6.7 billion Mahindra Group, announced domestic sales of 25,748 units in March 2009 - its highest ever monthly automotive sales figures. ... Continue reading
LTI Vehicles Participate in £2000 Government Scrappage Scheme
Apr 27, 2009
LTI Vehicles have confirmed that they will participate in the Government's "scrappage" scheme which will give the owners of 10 years and older vehicles a £2000 incentive to purchase a new vehicle. ... Continue reading
Morgan Introduces the Aero SuperSports
Apr 24, 2009
Designed and engineered in house, the Morgan Aero SuperSports is a lightweight aluminium sports car with a luxurious specification. The interior features a comfortable combination of polished hardwoods, hand stitched leather and electronic technology to create a driving environment that is efficient, ergonomic and sump ... Continue reading
Haima Brings New Strategy and New Models to Shanghai Auto Show
Apr 22, 2009
The 13th Shanghai International Automobile Exhibition will open on April 20, 2009. "Science & Technology Drive Blue Future" is the theme for Haima on this show. Haima brings the new strategy "Blue Engine" and new models with several platforms to the auto show, which indicates Haima's technical strength and advanced dev ... Continue reading
FAW Exhibits New Products at Auto Shanghai 2009
Apr 22, 2009
FAW Group Corporation is displaying a total of 22 home-grown vehicles, including both production and concept vehicles, at the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2009). The exhibition is held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 20 to 28. ... Continue reading
Great Wall at Auto Shanghai 2009
Apr 22, 2009
Great Wall Motor Co. introduced three new high-end models at the Auto Shanghai Show. ... Continue reading
Apr 21, 2009
Mark Harrison and Lianne Daly have been appointed by McLaren Automotive as Head of PR and Head of Marketing respectively. Reporting into Rob Lindley, McLaren Automotive's Sales and Marketing Director, Harrison and Daly will lead global responsibilities for PR and Marketing functions, including media relations, product ... Continue reading
Open Letter to the Rt. Hon Geoff Hoon MP, Secretary of State for Transport
Apr 21, 2009
On 16th April 2009 Mr. Geoff Hoon, the UK Transport Secretary, announced a £250 m programme of support for the purchase of electric vehicles. Central to the statement was the announcement that electric cars - excluding quadricycles - will receive up to £5,000 subsidy per car, commencing in 2011. ... Continue reading
SAIC Motors introduces new Roewe N1 and MG6 at Auto Shanghai
Apr 20, 2009
Today the 13th Shanghai International Auto Show opened its doors. One of the biggest domestic vehicle manufacturer, SAIC Group exhibits on a 1600 sqm stand and shows 16 passenger cars. There are two new models, the Roewe N1 concept car and the new MG6 Fastback. ... Continue reading
Byd Auto Launches M6 MPV at Auto Shanghai
Apr 20, 2009
Byd Auto, a privately owned Chinese automobile manufacturer unveiled its new M6 minivan at the Shanghai International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Chery Introduces Riich M1 at Auto Shanghai
Apr 20, 2009
Fast-growing Chery Automobile unveiled its latest sub-compact at the Shanghai Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Anhui Jianghuai to Show Six Cars at the Shanghai Motor Show
Apr 20, 2009
Anhui Jianghuai, a Chinese vehicle manufacturer will introduce three new passenger cars at the Auto Shanghai show tomorrow. ... Continue reading
New Eco Insignia Still Flexes Diesel Muscle
Apr 20, 2009
Generating combined CO2 of just 136g/km and with performance similar to that of its regular 2.0 CDTi 160 sibling, the new Insignia ecoFLEX is set to provide company and private buyers with significant reductions in taxes and running costs, but without the pain of reduced driveability. ... Continue reading
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