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Chrysler Crossfire in Production 2003 7 Mar 2002 (News)
Chrysler has announced that European production of its exciting Crossfire coupe is to commence at the Karmann works in Germany in early 2003, and right hand drive imports to the UK are scheduled for late 2003. The car is powered by a longitudinally front-mounted 3.2 litre 90 degree V6 18 valve engine with a single cam for each bank. Power output is 160kW (215bhp) with 310Nm (229 lb ft) torque. -
Berlingo Finally Gets HDI, From £9,760 20 Feb 2002 (News)
Hot on the heels of the FIAT Doblo JTD 100bhp Citroen has given us the news we've been waiting for. The Berlingo Multispace is finally to be imported in right-hand drive with PSA's 2.0 HDI engine. With 90bhp, it has 64% more torque than the old XUD 1.9 and 27% more power. Top speed is 98mph, and 60mph comes up in around 12.7 seconds. -
Smart car tech leaves drivers with huge repair bills, figures show 23 Nov 2017 (News)
Installing and recalibrating these new headlights is also more complicated and will take longer, meaning a higher level of expertise and diagnostic equipment is required as well. Around 80 per cent of replacement car parts fitted to British cars are imported, with almost three-quarters of these coming from EU suppliers. Increases in tariffs as a result of a no deal Brexit would significantly increase the cost of importing car parts, which will affect the prices of new cars - as well as the ongoing cost of insurance. -
Focus On: Andrew Wood Vehicle Repair 13 Jan 2017 (News)
According to Andrew a lot of customers come to him having been ripped off, or to ask him to fix other garage’s mistakes. Andrew knows how important it is to have fair prices and good service in this industry and that means that customer service and relations are very important, with quotes being given in advance of any work, so customers aren't left in the dark. -
A Grand Monday: Honda CRX Del Sol 5 Dec 2016 (News)
The downsides are that it’s cosmetically challenged (by the vendor’s own admission) and has five minutes’ MoT left, though there are no horrible nasties on the online MoT history suggesting it is, at least, solid where it needs to be. It’s also a ‘Del Sol’, which means it’s a Japanese import – though the whole ‘grey import’ stigma was pretty much left behind when the warranty expired. It also means you get funky loudspeakers in the head rests. On the plus side, no really silly mods (loud exhaust and nasty rear lights notwithstanding), the original Japanese book pack, heated screens, leather seats and a CD player, player, player, player…. -
UK Restored 1938 BMW 328 in €8 million Classic Car Auction 31 Mar 2015 (News)
(Another 1955 300SL Gullwing recently sold at Bonham's Mercedes auction, Stuttgart for £771,375 (€1,080,000 @ €1.4/£) Other important lots include a 1980 BMW M1 (estimated at €275,000 to €350,000), a 1977 Ferrari 308 GTB (€125,000 to €160,000), a 1971 Ferrari 365GT 2+2 (€140,000 to €180,000), a 1963 Maserati Sebring (€120,000 to €150,000) and a 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster (€50,000 to €60,000). -
Unique 1000 Mile Trial archive unearthed 28 Nov 2014 (News)
It was a one-off event that helped to change people’s negative preconceptions about motor cars at the turn of the century. But as well as being an important part of motoring and social history, it also has a very important place at the heart of National Motor Museum, which the current Lord Montagu founded as a tribute to his father, John. It was John Montague who was one of the great pioneers of motoring in the United Kingdom. -
Nostalgia Day at Oxford MINI Factory 1 Apr 2013 (News)
.” Finally, the Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt. Hon. Patrick McLoughlin, confirmed the importance of the British car industry, which now exports 1,200,000 vehicles a year, 200,000 more than it imports. He stated his Government’s commitment that: “The challenge is not to squeeze motorists out of cars, but to squeeze the carbon out of cars.” A permanent exhibition celebrating 100 years of car production at Oxford is now open to the public with access via Gate 5 of the plant, off the A4142 Eastern By-Pass at the Horspath Road cross roads. -
MINI Apprenticeships Offered to Youngsters 4 Dec 2012 (News)
The events in November at the MINI Plant in Oxford with 100 students from across Oxfordshire build on the successful ‘See Inside Manufacturing' events held at the BMW Group manufacturing sites in 2011 and 2012. The scheme underlines the importance of the automotive sector to the UK economy as well as the diversity and attractiveness of the careers it has to offer. Schools from across Oxfordshire will be coming to Plant Oxford during the whole of this week. -
HRDC Joins With AMOC For Some Great Nostalgia Racing in 2013 1 Nov 2012 (News)
HRDC 'TOURING GREATS' CALENDAR 2013 :: 6 April - SILVERSTONE NATIONAL :: 11 May - OULTON PARK INTERNATIONAL :: 1 June - DONINGTON PARK :: 14 July - BRANDS HATCH GRAND PRIX :: 28 Sept - SNETTERTON The HRDC (Historic Racing Drivers Club) was formed by Julius Thurgood in 2010, to revive the ethos of 'old school' club racing, where paddock camaraderie is just as important as important as close, competitive racing. HRDC 'Touring Greats' is a dedicated series for pre-1960 historic touring cars running to HRDC/Goodwood regulations. Cars range from the diminutive BMW 700CS and Austin A35/A40s, through MG Magnettes, Standard Vanguards, Volvo PV544/Amazons and Sunbeam Rapiers, to bellowing Jaguar Mk1s, Mk7s and rapid Austin A95/105s. -
World's Oldest Beetles Coming to Volksworld Next Weekend 18 Mar 2012 (News)
It will be shown alongside an equally important car, the Berlin-Rome KdF-Wagen Type 60 K10 Rekordwagen. A sports car based on the VW 38, it was commissioned by Hitler and was the car that started the transition from Volkwagen to Porsche. -
Mazda re-brands its approved used offering and makes it available on mobiles 15 Jul 2010 (News)
Michael Stewart, fleet and used car marketing manager for Mazda UK said: "These days, 25 percent of all web browsing originates via a mobile device and this trend is growing. It is therefore extremely important that Mazda invests in cutting-edge web-enabled capability. "For many people, mobile phones provide access to websites, so it is equally important that our stock of Mazda used cars is accessible from such hand-held devices and consumers can liaise directly with our dealers." -
JAGUAR LAND ROVER TO SELL IN INDIA 1 May 2009 (News)
1st May, 2009 – Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that (hardly surprisingly) it is to begin selling its range of premium performance saloon cars and sports utility vehicles in the Indian market later this year and has today reached agreement with Tata Motors Limited to be the exclusive importer (again, hardly surprisingly since Tata owns Jaguar Land Rover). Jaguar and Land Rover's award-winning vehicles, including Jaguar's XF and XKR and Land Rover's Discovery and Range Rover, are renowned around the world for their unique blend of refined luxury, quality and capability and will now become officially available in this rapidly expanding market. -
Antonov to launch 6-speed automatic transmission at Chinese A1 Grand Prix 28 Oct 2008 (News)
The availability of demonstrator vehicles and firm product costs will play an important role in securing production purchase agreements for Antonov. Six-speed automatic transmissions are much desired by Chinese consumers, but currently have to be imported by carmakers. -
Engine Oil That Saves Petrol 13 Oct 2008 (News)
Quentin Willson is working with Castrol on its Right Oil Right Car campaign, helping to raise awareness of the importance of using the right oil for your car. For more information visit the new website: www.castrolmagnatec.co.uk . * Drivers should check their car's handbook for suitability. -
More Buyers Than Cars at Auction Today 3 Jan 2003 (News)
And 26K MILE 99v Rover 200 1.4SEi made a plain crazy £3,750. Possibly the most interesting appearance of the day was a personally imported 1,400 mile 02 reg BMW 320D Compact bid to £13,900, but sadly the importer had failed to spec it up with a/c, alloys or anything much to make it the very desirable car it should have been. Next week, January part-exchanges start coming through. -
Techno Classica 2015: VIP Seat prototypes on display 16 Apr 2015 (News)
Seat 600 Savio Both models were built with VIPs in mind, but there was one more car on that stand that was built for a VIP, VIP in mind. Yes, when it comes to VIPs, they don’t get more important than the Pope. Probably. This snow-white ‘Papamovil’ was based on a Seat Marbella and was built in 1982 for the visit of Pope John Paul II to Spain. -
Porsche offers free health checks 29 Sep 2011 (News)
With more than three quarters of all Porsches ever sold still on the road, it seems evident that they can stand the test of time, and servicing is an important part of any cars longevity. The October event, called the Porsche Coupe Service Clinic, allows owners to watch the technician inspect their car at a state of the art service centre. Lots of models are eligible for the free check, including the 911, 924, 944, 928, 968 and the classic 356. -
SMMT hails 'good health' of UK auto industry 25 Apr 2008 (News)
"UK automotive manufacturing is in good health ... The success of UK manufacturing provides important balance to the economy and helps to underpin core service sectors," said Paul Everitt, chief executive of the SMMT. This comes as the SMMT has announced that its members will put in place measures which will ensure an 85 per cent reusability rate when it comes to recycling its vehicles, according to industry source just-auto.com. -
Goodwood houses Land Rover anniversary celebrations 9 Apr 2008 (News)
Meanwhile, the British company has announced that production of its Freelander 2 vehicle has this week reached an important milestone. Some 17 months after the firm began making the model, its Halewood plant has rolled out 100,000 units.
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