The Monaco Grand Prix From A Tyre Point Of View
May 26, 2011
Pirelli brings another splash of colour to Monte Carlo's famous harbour this weekend with the debut of the new supersoft tyres, known as the PZero Red. These tyres are designed to be ideally suited to the tight and twisty streets of the Principality, with the drivers having their first chance to try out the new rubber ... Continue reading
Audi Wins Honors At The 2011 Michelin Challenge Bibendum
May 26, 2011
"Clean, safe, connected" was the motto for the eleventh Michelin Challenge Bibendum held in Berlin from May 18 - 22. In keeping with this motto Audi showcased several technologies and products ... Continue reading
Nissan LEAF Earns top Safety Rating From Euro NCAP
May 25, 2011
ROLLE, Switzerland, May 25, 2011 -- - First 100% Electric Vehicle Ever Awarded Five Stars The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) has awarded the 100% electric Nissan LEAF the highest level of car safety following its performance in the independent organization's stringent crash tests. The zero-emission v ... Continue reading
Volvo Penta's Plant in Vara is Carbon Neutral
May 25, 2011
Sweden--Regulatory News: The use of fossil fuel to power operations at the plant has been phased out and that feels really good. During the past few years, we have been focusing very heavily on measures designed to benefit the environment and this has produced resultsâ Volvo (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB): Since May, Volv ... Continue reading
Italian Carabinieri Support Rolls-Royce Procession On Lake Como
May 25, 2011
A dozen Rolls-Royce motor cars wafted through roads on Lake Como this week - thanks to some assistance from Italian motorcycle police. The Carabinieri were on hand to smooth a path for the procession, skillfully escorting the £4m line-up through winding streets and small villages. ... Continue reading
New Ford Focus Makes Euro Ncap History With Recognition For Advanced Safety Technologies
May 25, 2011
With the new Focus, Ford has become the first non-premium automaker to win two Euro NCAP Advanced rewards. ... Continue reading
Nissan Leaf Earns Top Safety Rating From Euro NCAP
May 25, 2011
Euro NCAP (the European New Car Assessment Programme) has awarded the 100% electric Nissan LEAF the highest five star car safety rating following its performance in the independent organisation's stringent crash tests. The Nissan LEAF is the first electric vehicle ever to earn this distinction. ... Continue reading
Ford Of Britain 100: Image Of The Week - 21/52
May 25, 2011
To celebrate the centenary of Ford of Britain in 2011 the company is exploring its photo archive to reveal rarely seen images. ... Continue reading
All New Kia Picanto: The Small Car, Grown Up
May 25, 2011
The new, second-generation Kia Picanto goes on sale in the UK on 17 June and sets out to prove that small cars can offer more of everything without ballooning in size and cost. ... Continue reading
Record Bonhams Auction At Aston Martin Works Service
May 25, 2011
On Saturday 21st May, Aston Martin Works Service hosted its 12th and most successful yet Bonhams Auction of Aston Martin sports cars and related automobilia. Again showing the strength of Aston Martin's brand and the continually growing demand for cars from throughout the marque's 97-year history, the sale generated al ... Continue reading
Free MOT Test For All Saab Owners
May 25, 2011
Iconic car manufacturer, Saab, is proud to offer its customers free membership to the Saab Service Club, a loyalty scheme that provides a host of exclusive benefits including free visual health checks and discounts on parts, servicing and Saab accessories. ... Continue reading
May 25, 2011
Volvo Car Corporation is participating in a project where electric cars can be charged without using a power socket or cable. ... Continue reading
Volcanic Ash Poses New Threat To Vehicle Bodywork
May 24, 2011
Motorists across Scotland and Ireland are being warned that the volcanic ash from an Icelandic eruption could damage vehicle paintwork. The ash particles are reported to be larger than those which fell across the UK in April 2010, and car care experts at Autoglym are warning that the potential damage caused to car exte ... Continue reading
Elektromotive Powers 'Green' Car Test
May 24, 2011
Elektromotive is to provide eight of its innovative Elektrobay electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for this month's GreenFleet Arrive 'N' Drive event. In its capacity as official Recharging Technology Partner, Elektromotive will be responsible for keeping more than 20 ground-breaking EVs fully charged between laps ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Art Car Boot Fair 2011
May 24, 2011
Now in its seventh year and returning for its most creative event yet, the Vauxhall Art Car Boot Fair announces an enviable line up of talented artists, fashion designers and fabulous performers ... Continue reading
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