News By Topic: Alpha Motor Car

Electric Car Manufacturing to Come to London

Apr 17, 2009

evstores today announced at Britain's biggest green consumer lifestyle show, UK Aware (www.ukaware.com) that they have commenced feasibility studies to bring electric car manufacturing to London. The first production vehicles could be rolling off the assembly line before the end of 2010. ... Continue reading

The Novitec TuLesto with 777 hp and a Top Speed of More than 350 km/h

Apr 17, 2009

There are many fascinating automobiles money can buy but its spectacular design, its uncompromising high-performance concept and its limited edition of just eleven cars make the new NOVITEC TuLesto the most exclusive high-end sports car in the world. ... Continue reading

Insignia Takes Power Fight to Premium Rivals

Apr 16, 2009

Packing 325 horsepower, a sophisticated four-wheel-drive chassis and a sub-six second 0-60 time, Vauxhall's new Insignia VXR is set to take the mid-size performance saloon market by storm when it goes on sale early this summer, with a level of dynamic prowess which aims to raise the bar in its class. ... Continue reading

Moorland Makes It Two in A Row With Top Award

Apr 15, 2009

Fylde car company Moorland Motors has beaten off stiff competition from over 300 garages around the UK to become winner of the Vauxhall 2008 Awards for Excellence for its Aftersales service. ... Continue reading

Drivers Report Increase in Fares Using the London Taxi

Apr 14, 2009

Taxi drivers around the globe are reporting an increase in fares and earnings by switching to the world famous London Black Cab. In cities from Bahrain to Beijing and Riyadh to Cape Town, drivers are choosing to drive a London Taxi as tourists and business people instantly recognise the world famous vehicle. ... Continue reading

AC to Launch New AC MkVI in Monaco.

Apr 14, 2009

The AC MkVI will be launched at the Top Marques car show in Monaco on April 16. The AC MkVI, a faithful recreation of the ultimate sports car icon - the AC Cobra, is now being produced in Germany for sale in Europe. AC has entered into a long term strategic alliance with Gullwing GmbH in Heyda, Germany. The AC MkVI is ... Continue reading

Shift Changes Protect Holden Jobs

Apr 3, 2009

GM Holden will move to a single shift, two crew operation with no retrenchments at its vehicle production plant in Elizabeth, South Australia. The new shift pattern comes into effect on 4 May in response to global economic conditions and falling volumes across the sector. ... Continue reading

Learn to Drive Like BTCC Star Giovanardi From Just £120

Apr 2, 2009

Tune in to ITV 4 this Sunday and the chances are you'll see reigning BTCC drivers' champion, Fabrizio Giovanardo, perform a masterclass in car control as he laps his VX Race car at the Brands Hatch season opener. Sure, he's Italian, he's cool and he has one of the best-sorted cars on the grid, but most importantly he h ... Continue reading

GM Daewoo Introduces New Veritas Large Sedan

Mar 31, 2009

GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM Daewoo) announced today that it will start sales of the new Veritas large sedan, which features a popular new engine and transmission, on April 1. ... Continue reading

The Rt. Hon. John Denham MP Hails Black Cab Apprentices

Mar 31, 2009

Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, the Rt. Hon. John Denham MP, has visited LTI Vehicles to meet apprentices and some of the staff who have benefited from Government funded training via Train to Gain. ... Continue reading

Tesla Unveils World's First Mass-Produced, Highway-Capable EV

Mar 27, 2009

The Model S, which carries its charger onboard, can be recharged from any 120V, 240V or 480V outlet, with the latter taking only 45 minutes. By recharging their car while they stop for a meal, drivers can go from LA to New York in approximately the same time as a gasoline car. ... Continue reading

Piaggio Commercial Vehicles Introduce Classic Ape to UK Market

Mar 27, 2009

Perodua UK Limited, the importer of Piaggio Commercial Vehicles, are delighted to announce that they are now adding the popular Ape range of 3-wheel vehicles to their existing line up of light commercial vehicles in order to appeal to a wider market. ... Continue reading

Highlands And Islands Role For High Spec Vauxhall Movano Based Mobile Banks

Mar 26, 2009

Banking services to some of the most remote communities in Scotland are being provided using a pair of mobile banks based on the Vauxhall Movano model and recently delivered to Bank of Scotland. ... Continue reading

Iveco Daily Sets Out To Explore The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Mar 25, 2009

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) has taken delivery of one of the most specialised Iveco Daily light commercials operating anywhere in the UK. ... Continue reading

Art Car To Star At Heritage Centre Drive It Day!

Mar 24, 2009

Fans of classic and vintage vehicles are gearing up for 'Drive it Day' - the one day a year where owners of old cars, bikes and trucks are encouraged to take to the road and celebrate the freedom of motoring. ... Continue reading