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  Shelley Pearson To race at Flame and Thunder 2010 22 Oct 2010 (News)
  The 27 year-old Northamptonshire racer recently joined the ranks of the Top Fuel elite, securing her licence with a show-stopping 4.98 second pass, instantly catapulting her into the record books as the fastest female driver in the UK and the second ever fastest licence run in Europe.   Clearly elated with her time, Shelley was quick to praise her supporting cast and thank them all for their efforts. 'I'm delighted for everyone in the team that we got such a great final run,' she said.
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  Mazda Sponsors World's Largest Triathlon This Weekend 6 Aug 2008 (News)
  This year the Mazda London Triathlon, the world’s largest swim-bike-run event, sees the new headline sponsor, Mazda Motors UK, aiming to enhance and demonstrate its commitment to the event by introducing new elements for participants and spectators to enjoy. The event, on 9 and 10 August at ExCeL in Royal Victoria Dock, will include a new Mazda area in this year’s Mazda London Triathlon Expo.
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  Day of Contrast at Auction 7 Oct 2002 (News)
  Classic car, fleet and part-exchange auctions running alongside each other gave opportunity for some interesting comparisons today. The 102,493 mile 1966D MGB in the photo had been in the same owner’s hands for 30 years. Sadly, he had become too old to drive, or even to look after the car, so it had to go.
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  Proton offer up to £1200 deposit allowance 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  Simon Park, General Manager Sales and Marketing for Proton Cars (UK) Ltd. said:  “By rolling out this exclusive finance deposit contribution scheme across our dealer network in the UK, we hope that customers will really feel the benefit at a time when every little helps – especially when buying a new car.” The offer runs until 30 June 2011.  
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  Spotted at auction: 1986 Talbot Samba Cabriolet 18 May 2015 (News)
  Although the seller reports the speedometer isn’t working. It’s sold with a V5C and current MoT, which runs out in August. It also comes with a handbook, service book and some history. Check out the full auction catalogue by clicking here .
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  Lamborghini Gallardo production ends 28 Nov 2013 (News)
  The final Lamborghini Gallardo has rolled-off the production line in Sant’ Agata, bringing to an end to the Italian manufacturer’s most successful car. During its 10-year run, 14,022 Gallardos were built, dwarfing numbers of all other cars built by the iconic supercar manufacturer. The Gallardo was launched at Geneva in 2003, coinciding with Lamborghini’s 40th anniversary, and was the second all-new model under Audi's ownership of the company.
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  Sainsbury’s cuts fuel costs by 3p per litre 29 Oct 2013 (News)
  Chris Biggs, who is in charge of buying the fuel distributed by Sainsbury’s, said:  "We are always looking at ways to help our customers save money, especially in the run up to Christmas. We know that fuel is a big part of the weekly budget for many households so we hope this cut will be welcomed by drivers across Britain." These are the latest fuel price cuts in a series of reductions by major supermarkets including Asda and Tesco.
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  Gallery: Inside the Network Q factory 18 Oct 2013 (News)
  Network Q was established in 1990 as the approved used car scheme run by Vauxhall for its extensive national dealer network. It's a well-established name, and as each car is sold with a 117-point inspection and offered with warranties that are anything up to five years long.
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  Saab files for voluntary reorganisation 7 Sep 2011 (News)
  The filing for voluntary reorganisation affects Saab Automobile AB only, and will not impact the operations in the UK, which are run by SAAB GB. 
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  Porsche to demo next 911 generation at Goodwood 10 Jul 2008 (News)
  Exhibited at the show will be the 911 Cayenne S, which visitors will be able to drive in exchange for a charity donation, along with the 911 Carrera - a model set to take part in the Sunday Times Supercar Run. Another highlight of the Sussex event is the Porsche 911 GT2, the brand's fastest car and its most powerful, with a 530bhp engine, which car insurance customers may be interested in.
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  Fiat reveals Fiorino prices 21 Apr 2008 (News)
  Director of Fiat Professional UK Gerry Clarke stated that "things are looking good for the Fiorino. "A combination of great looks, amazing carrying capacity and superb running costs will make the Fiorino a huge asset to thousands of businesses," he said. Meanwhile, JATO has found Fiat to have sold the most low-emissions vehicles during 2007 - its average car releasing 137.3 g per km CO2.
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  April 2008 issue sees Car Mechanics hit 50 19 Mar 2008 (News)
  Speaking at the time of its launch, editor John Mills commented that the purpose of the magazine was to help people run their car economically. And although the vehicles and roads have changed, current chief Peter Simpson claims that this philosophy has remained intact. He said: "[Cars] still, though, need looking after and having the correct information to do that is vital.
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  Auction to feature American 'muscle cars' 22 Feb 2008 (News)
  The firm will be presenting the Dodge Charger R/T at the site, which has been rebuilt with a vinyl roof and has an engine the company claims is running "very well". Also on display will be a Thunderbird from 1957, which BCA estimates could fetch £40,000 at auction. For £12,000 drivers can pick up the oldest car at the show.
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  Tome chronicles Morris Minor's major accomplishments 21 Jan 2008 (News)
  "In this celebratory publication, Ray Newell looks in detail at the development of the wide range of models produced during a production run which spanned 22 years in the UK," says the publisher. The Morris Minor originally went by the codename mosquito and was designed by Alec Issogonis, who would go on to create the Mini.
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  Car crime 'curbed by Nissan youth project' 29 Nov 2007 (News)
  Rehabilitating young people who have committed vehicle crime is the aim of a course from car manufacturer Nissan. The project, which teaches the dangers of a life committing such offences, is run by prison officers Dave Phelan and Neil Dainty. Its aim is to "keep youngsters on the straight and narrow after their time in prison", the firm stated. Nissan has received plaudits for its programme, which has been vigorously researched using vehicle crime statistics and information from all over the world.
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  'Win-win' situation as latest Audi SUV is unveiled 2 Nov 2007 (News)
  Audi has revealed that the car cuts carbon emissions and fuel consumption by more than 20 per cent. It added that the motor runs on an "extremely lightweight" engine - a 69 kg battery and a 40 kg motor. Audi commented that the vehicle combines higher power and torque with economy of fuel and lower carbon emissions.
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  Up to £2,120 Off 57 reg Chevrolets 6 Sep 2007 (News)
  These not-to-be-missed savings are available for a limited amount of time only, while stocks last, and run from 14 September to 30 September only. For details of your nearest Chevrolet retailer, visit www.chevrolet.co.uk or call 0800 666 222
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  SAAB 9-5 2.2 TiD BIK Special 17 Feb 2002 (News)
  BIK base rates work out at 20% and 21% respectively. The SAAB 9-5 estate is probably the safest estate car in a crash that you can run. More at www.saab.co.uk
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  Sale of Sixty One Soft Tops on 19th March 16 Mar 2001 (News)
  BCA is so concerned about presenting them in top condition, the auction house has even shrink-wrapped them prior to sale. The sale will run alongside BCA's Top Car Sale. My advice is to get there early to find a parking space and to give yourself time to preview the cars. More at www.bca-auctions.co.uk
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  Is this Britain’s cheapest car? 24 Mar 2017 (News)
  A quick jump start from the family Discovery and some air in a couple of soggy looking tyres soon had it up and running again. And the deal was made even sweeter on the realisation that there was enough petrol in the tank to get it home – well over £3.19’s worth, indeed. Result... The downsides?