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  Ssangyong Now Approved for Motability 26 Aug 2008 (News)
  This gives 165 PS and a thumping 340 Nm of torque. Mercedes T-Tronic auto transmission is available and the Kyron comes with two or four-wheel drive. Manual transmission Kyrons have the lowest CO2 levels in the class at 191 g/km. All three SsangYong Rexton models have all-wheel drive and the 2.7 litre common rail turbo diesel engine for big towing capacity and off-road capability.
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  MOTORISTS SAVE ON REPAIRS WITH REMANUFACTURED CAR PARTS 21 May 2008 (News)
  A new steering rack for a vehicle can cost well over a thousand pounds at a car dealership. Other parts like steering pumps, drive shafts, alternators, starter motors and brake callipers can cost hundreds of pounds to replace – now motorists can save cash, help the planet and strengthen the UK economy by fitting British remanufactured car parts.
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  Winter driving safety pack for women 29 Nov 2005 (News)
  Managing Director, Terry Hogan says, "With these arctic weather conditions and the prospect of a very severe winter ahead the free packs, which contain a spade, a blanket and a warning triangle may come in handy. We're also including a copy of the Department of Transport's Winter Driving safety leaflet. "We want to encourage more women to buy their cars online. If they visit our website www.new-car-discount.com they will be able to see for themselves how easy, safe and convenient it is to buy a car online.
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  Techno Classica 2015: Porsche celebrates 30 years of the 959 20 Apr 2015 (News)
  This twin-turbocharged monster was the world’s fastest road-legal production car when it was launched in 1985 with a top speed of 195mph. Hailed as one of the most technologically advanced supercars of its day, its all-wheel-drive layout was so good that Porsche designed to make it standard on all 911 Turbos. Of course, it wasn't all about the 959...
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  Classic concept cars celebrated at British Motor Museum exhibition 29 Jul 2019 (News)
  Stephen Laing, curator at the British Motor Museum, said, 'We are delighted to be hosting this thought-provoking exhibition which we hope will spark debate amongst our visitors. Will there still be cars in 100 years’ time? How we will drive them? Will we drive at all? 'As visitors journey through the exhibition they will be asked a series of questions about how they think the car might change in the future and how it may affect them.
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  Porsche Launches "Intelligent" 194mph 911. 8 Aug 2009 (News)
  Owners of the new 911 Turbo will also enjoy a further improvement in driving dynamics, with detailed enhancement of the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) fully-controlled all-wheel drive and Porsche Stability Management (PSM) being further supported by the new option of Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV).
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  AMG Exhibition at Mercedes Benz World 26 Mar 2009 (News)
  AMG Passenger Experience – £30 for 15 minutes AMG Experience – £170 for 1 hour AMG Advanced – £470 for 3 hours Off-Road Passenger Experience – £30 for 15 minutes Off-Road Experience – £110 for 1 hour Mercedes-Benz of your Choice - £85 for 30 minutes Kids Driving Experience - £40 for 30 minutes Kids Driving Experience - £75 for 1 hour
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  Pair of modern classic Mercs head to auction 17 Apr 2018 (News)
  Lighter and more powerful than their showroom cousins, these cars were built for the track.’ The 2005 CLK DTMs is one of just 40 right-hand drive examples. In total, 100 coupes were built to celebrate the CLK winning the German touring car championship (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters). Mercedes added track-inspired upgrades to the body, including flared wheelarches, larger air intakes and a boot-mounted rear wing.
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  Amazon moves forward with drones that can charge your car while you drive 13 Oct 2017 (News)
  Online sales giant, Amazon, has had its car-charging drone patent approved.
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  Mercedes-Benz 300 to star at Salon Privé auction 23 Aug 2017 (News)
  The 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 Adenauer Cabriolet is to be offered at auction at Silverstone Auctions’ Salon Privé Sale on 2 September at Blenheim Palace. The high-performance luxury car is one of only seven Mercedes built in right-hand drive during 1953 and 1954. Custom built and luxuriously appointed, the car features leather upholstery, burr walnut trim and chromium-plated dashboard instrumentation. Its speed and luxury made it a favourite of German government officials – as did the fact it could carry six people in comfort.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 21 Jul 2017 (News)
  Save £500 on a new SEAT Get a £500 dealer contribution to any new SEAT model when you take a test drive before 2 October 2017. The SEAT Leon FR is also currently available with a £1500 deposit contrbution, while the all-new SEAT Ibiza FR comes with a £2500 deposit contribution and one year's free insurance until 31 July 2017.
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  Skoda unveils all-electric Vision E 29 Mar 2017 (News)
  The five-door SUV provides a hint at what electrified Skodas could look like, with autonomous driving capability and an all-electric range of 311 miles. Skoda plans to have five all-electric vehicles by 2025. It will also add super-efficient, low emission hybrids to its existing range of cars and SUVs.
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  Modern classics in demand at auction 8 Dec 2016 (News)
  CCA offered and sold three Jaguar E-types at the sale. A restored 1972 Jaguar E-type SIII 5.3 V12 Roadster sold for £57,200, while a left-hand drive 1974 Jaguar E-type SIII V12 Roadster sold for £55,000. A barn-find, UK supplied, right-hand drive, manual 1973 Jaguar E-type SIII V12 Roadster, that had been laid up for 20 years, sold for £44,000.
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  Road safety group launches pledge to cut road deaths 21 Nov 2016 (News)
  Top 10 tips for staying within the speed limit Drivers are also being urged to take a zero tolerance towards alcohol, when driving. According to Brake, one in 10 drivers/motorcycle riders killed in a crash had alcohol present in their body, even though they weren’t actually over the legal blood-alcohol limit The nationwide campaign, which is sponsored by Specsavers, is also calling on drivers to have regular eye tests and improve urban air quality by driving less.
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  Jaguar to open specialist classic facility in Coventry 18 Jul 2016 (News)
  Jaguar Land Rover Classic is to get its own headquarters. The business, which offers classic car sales, restorations, parts supply and driving experiences to Jaguar and Land Rover owners and enthusiasts, will have a new £7.5m home in Coventry, England. Due to open early in 2017, it will be based near to the Jaguar Land Rover SVO technical centre – an all-new, £20m hub of specialist vehicle personalisation, assembly and finishing.
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  Impreza 22B STi makes £73k at auction 31 May 2016 (News)
  Eight telephone bidders and plenty of interest from the floor drove the hammer price £30k over the car’s lower estimate to finish at £101,813. Another Mercedes, a 1969 UK-supplied right-hand drive 280SL Pagoda, sold for £60,750, more than £15,000 over its lower estimate.
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  70 cars for sale at NEC restoration show 4 Mar 2016 (News)
  It is estimated to fetch between £80,000 and £100,000. But there are a number of projects for sale. An original UK right-hand drive, matching numbers 1978 Aston Martin V8 Series III is offered as a non-runner (£45,000 to £55,000). Plus a very rare 1963 ISO Rivolta GT restoration project is offered at no reserve, while an original UK 1959 Facel Vega HK500 barnfind is estimated at between £45,000 and £55,000.
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  Mazda MX-5 crowned UK Car of the Year 2016 1 Mar 2016 (News)
  Jeremy Thomson, Mazda Motors UK managing director said: “I’m delighted that the all-new Mazda MX-5 has added another prestigious award to its growing tally of accolades. The MX-5 embodies all that is great about our products. Its fun to drive character has earned it a place in the hearts of driving enthusiasts the world over.” The winners in all of the categories are below. Click the links to see our review page for each. Best City Car – Smart Forfour Best Supermini – Mazda2 Best Small Hatch – Vauxhall Astra Best Family Car – Skoda Superb Best Executive Car – Jaguar XE Best Luxury Car – BMW 7 Series Best Estate Car – Skoda Superb Estate Best MPV – Ford S-Max Best SUV – Volvo XC90 Best Coupe – Ford Mustang Best Open Top Car – Mazda MX-5 Best Performance Car – McLaren 570S
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  1961 Jaguar E-Type Late Entry in Historics Auction on Saturday 27 Nov 2015 (News)
  Offered at no reserve, the car, built in 1961 and first registered in 1962, was stripped, rebuilt and converted to a right hand drive car by the current owner who purchased it in California   Inspired by the docu-drama 'Across the Lake', about Sir Donald Campbell (played by Anthony Hopkins) i n which Hopkins drives a blue 1961 Jaguar E-type FHC, the vendor restored this car to emulate Campbell's.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Citroen reveals bold Cactus M concept 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  The interior is finished with durable, outdoor-inspired materials and can even be hosed down when it gets dirty, thanks to integrated drainage in the foot wells. There's no four-wheel drive to speak of, but the   Cactus M does get Citroen’s Grip Control system to help the front-wheels find grip on slippery surfaces, such as mud or wet grass.