Vauxhall: All Leading British Manufacturer Of Compact Family Cars Since 1963
Sep 8, 2008
Production for the next generation Astra starts at Ellesmere Port in late 2009, but top-selling compact Vauxhalls have long been a feature of British manufacturing for over four decades. These are just some of the next generation Astra's illustrious predecessors. ... Continue reading
Half a Million Miles and Still Going Strong!
Sep 8, 2008
Van drivers have a reputation for racking up more miles than most, but in Nigel Weaver's case the last half a million have all been in the same vehicle! The 53-year old courier from Maidenhead, Berks, bought his Vauxhall Combo new from Burnham Garage in Slough in 2001, just as the model was making its debut. ... Continue reading
All-New Vauxhall Astra Set To Take Compact Class By Storm In 2009
Sep 8, 2008
The next generation Vauxhall Astra will receive its premiere at next year’s Frankfurt Show, delivering a compelling mix of technical innovation and groundbreaking design that promises to raise the bar in the compact sector. ... Continue reading
London Taxi Strikes Gold in Beijing
Sep 5, 2008
As an internationally recognised symbol of Britain and London, the London Taxi was recently on hand to support London’s presence at the 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Games. ... Continue reading
Astra Twintop VXR Styling Pack Launched By Vauxhall
Sep 3, 2008
Inspired by Vauxhall’s record-breaking British Touring Car Championship team, a VXR styling pack is now available for the Astra TwinTop. Combining cutting edge design with VXR high performance appeal, the pack comprises a deep front spoiler skirt, side sills, rear spoiler and lower spoiler skirt. ... Continue reading
One Hundred Hearses For Croydon
Sep 2, 2008
The funeral profession is generally not a bag of laughs. Dealing with bereaved families requires compassion, empathy and a sense of dignity. So, funeral directors planning on making an attempt on a Guinness World Record might appear to be a bit of a stretch, you might think. However, that is just what the British Insti ... Continue reading
Iveco Delivers the 1,000th Daily Minibus to the Variety Club
Sep 2, 2008
The Variety Club’s Sunshine Coaches fleet has taken delivery of its 1,000th minibus from full range commercial vehicle manufacturer Iveco, which has been the charity's sole provider of minibuses since 2001. ... Continue reading
Do Let the Sun Go Down On Me - Picturesque sunsets get Brits’ pulses racing
Sep 2, 2008
Forget about eating oysters or sipping champagne, it’s more romantic to cosy up in a convertible with the one you love to watch the sunset. This is according to research published by Vauxhall that reveals watching sunsets is Britons’ number one romantic pastime. ... Continue reading
Aug 29, 2008
Football fans across the country will have the opportunity to vent their views from the comfort of a British-built Vivaro Doublecab during the 2008-09 season, thanks to a tie-in between Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles and talkSPORT radio. ... Continue reading
Electric Cars From Mainstream Makers? Don't Hold Your Breath Says NICE
Aug 28, 2008
London's electric car company NICE (No Internal Combustion Engine) has the largest range of all-electric cars, commercial vehicles and motor cycles on sale now. But it is warning customers to expect a long wait if they think mainstream manufacturers are about to follow suit. ... Continue reading
Daimler Trucks Opens Global Hybrid Center
Aug 28, 2008
Yesterday, Daimler Trucks inaugurated its new Global Hybrid Center at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) in Kawasaki. Located within the company's R&D facilities, the Center will be the worldwide hub for Daimler Trucks' hybrid development. A ceremony was held today to officially open the Center. MFTBC is ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Insignia Has Best Seats in Town According to Experts
Aug 28, 2008
The Vauxhall Insignia's seats have the car industry's widest adjustment ranges, allowing all drivers and passengers to find their ideal seating position. With a height-adjustment range of 65 millimetres and a length -adjustment range of 270 millimetres, the Insignia's seats use the most up-to-date technology to create ... Continue reading
Kerry Foods Places First Iveco Daily Fleet Order
Aug 27, 2008
Fraikin has delivered a fleet of 128 new Iveco Daily 35S12 chassis cabs to Kerry Foods, each supplied on a six year contract hire agreement. The delivery marks the first Iveco vehicles to join the Kerry Foods fleet and follows successful trials of a new prototype chassis and bodywork combination, built to meet the comp ... Continue reading
Jetstream's Extreme SC250 Lightweight Sportcar Revs Into Production
Aug 22, 2008
New British sportscar manufacturer Jetstream breaks into the lightweight sportscar market with their SC250 model that couples a totally unique and striking look in terms of styling with substantial performance credentials. ... Continue reading
Trident Iceni Nears Production
Aug 21, 2008
Trident Performance Vehicles have designed and produced a two-seater sports car that can reach over 200mph, get from 0-60mph in under 4 seconds and deliver up to 100mpg. Whilst city cars (MEGA City, Ze-O, G-Wiz) work brilliantly for people who live and work in a city, Trident represent those that travel on the M1, the ... Continue reading
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