The carmakers’ approach of cutting back output in response to falling demands in the global market has hit automotive components businesses hard. Their move is biting into component makers’ profits and forcing them to lay off members of their workforce.
All 1,400 temporary employees of GKN in the sector will be losing their jobs by the [...]
Three stunning Maserati grand prix single seat cars were showcased at the Bluebird Cafe in Chelsea, London along with the GranTurismo S on its official launch in the UK.
The other classic cars on display included 1936 Maserati 6CM which drove Aldo Marazza to victory at1938 Naples Grand Prix and trend-setting 1948 4CLT grand prix car [...]
Northumbria Police is currently conducting a comprehensive and comparative trial of 56 Vauxhall Astra beat cars supplied as per police specifications. Astra is listed within the Police National Framework for use as the beat car.
Two of the six area commands of the Police Force would be replacing their entire fleet with Astra in order to [...]
Get ready for experiencing a drive that you will never forget as VW has revealed its stunning new Golf. The new VW Golf has an ultra efficient engine, 6 speed automatic gearbox and a touch screen audio and navigation system. Flagship models have a computer controlled suspension along with a cruise control that scans [...]
Kia Motors (UK) Limited has decided to pay vehicle excise duty on its new Sportage models, exempting customers from payment for the next 3 years. The offer is open to buyers of the new Sportage between September 10, 2008 to October 31, 2008. The cost of road tax during the specified period will be deducted, [...]
Citroen UK opened three new retail premises in Redditch, Slough and Letchworth, expanding its dealership network to 12 places across the UK.
The three new openings, leading to significant expansion of Citroen’s Retail Group, join the current locations in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Manchester South, Hatfield, City (London), London West, Coventry and Birmingham.
More than 80 years ago, [...]
Subaru (UK) has appointed Europa Limited as its dealer in Sheffield and plans to further increase dealer representation. Subaru appointed 10 dealers during the current year and proposes to appoint 10 more in the coming weeks. According to Managing Director Lawrence Good, Subaru (UK) is aiming to create a strong network of 100 dealers. He [...]
Proton is offering two dual fuel models in its GEN-2 range which will run on either liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or petrol.
The rising petrol and diesel costs have made LPG an attractive alternative for car users. The LPG-based models can save up to 40% on fuel cost in spite of slightly higher consumption. In order [...]
Chrysler’s newest car, the Dodge Journey, is due to be launched in the UK during August 2008 and would be most welcome by the families who prefer spacious car which can accommodate seven people.
Dodge Journey has front-wheel drive will have 5+2 seating as standard for its entire range. It has numerous family-friendly features such as [...]
The escalating number of changes brought about by the advanced technology into car design, have compelled the drivers to refer to manufacturers’ handbooks every now and then. A survey of over 2,030 drivers conducted by Peugeot’s ‘Torque Talk’ online panel, reveals that 90% of them used handbooks in order to get acquainted with new technology, [...]