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  HPI UPDATES CO2 INFORMATION 3 Jun 2009 (News)
  Petrol engines are more effective than diesels if you are doing shorter journeys in urban areas, but are more expensive to run and emit more Nitrous Oxide (NOx) and Carbon Monoxide (CO). · Clear your car of unnecessary clutter - an extra 100lb of weight reduces the fuel economy of your car by up to 2%.
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  Car Warranty Con Exposed 4 May 2004 (News)
  “Breakdown cover is an integral part of the motoring fabric. But when unexpected garage bills can run into the thousands, the peace of mind provided by a warranty can be just as priceless,” adds McClure Fisher of Warranty Direct. To visit Warranty Direct, direct, please link to

  Scrap car values recover to pre-Covid levels 18 Aug 2020 (News)
  .  In the Spring, the managing director of Ford of Britain, Andy Barratt, said he was unable to keep factories running in the UK without a much needed boost in demand . The SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) has also urged the Government to put together a funding package to help the car industry bounce back from months of shutdown.
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  SAAB 99 in Friday’s 'Flipping Bangers' 25 Jun 2019 (News)
  The SAAB 99 they find looks all right from a distance, but up close it’s a mess with manky door cards and not running right. And there’s a cooling system problem (wasn’t there always with this engine?) Eventually they manage to fix the cooling issue and turn their attention to the look of the car. Flat aluminium panels give the doors the appearance of a rally car, and go-faster stripes outside give some eye appeal.
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  Suzuki SJ Gets the Treatment in 'Flipping Bangers' 14 May 2019 (News)
  There are even things growing inside so, as well as the exterior, they have to get-wash the cabin. The SJ’s engine isn’t running sweetly and they soon discover other issues, including a leaking fuel tank. But even after all these are fixed, the Suzuki looks awful, as well as silly on ridiculous oversize wheels. With less than a day to go, Gus finds a cheap way of painting the car for less than £100.
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  Save £5000 on a new car with the Renault Scrappage Scheme 24 Sep 2018 (News)
  . Renault’s SUV range - including the Captur , Kadjar and Koleos - are also involved in the scrappage scheme.  The Renault scrappage scheme is active now and runs until 7 January 2019. The new Renault must be registered by 31 March 2019. The scrappage scheme is not compatible with any other finance or cash offers but can be used in conjunction with Renault’s £500 test drive offer.
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  Recording-breaking BTCC Sierra Cosworth for sale 8 Feb 2018 (News)
  Chassis number MTRS01 competed under the team Trackstar banner, formed by Mike Smith in 1989 together with ex-Prodive team manager Malcolm Swetnam and Robb Gravett, with the sole ambition of winning the BTCC championship. The Cosworth was fitted with a new shell and used the running gear from the previous year's Dick Johnson car, together with all the ‘trick bits’ including Eggenberger suspension, a Getrag five-speed 'dog-leg' gearbox and a top-spec Mountune RS500 engine, producing... you guest it, 500bhp.
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  'House find' 1928 Bentley restored 27 Nov 2017 (News)
  The car – the only known survivor of its kind - was purchased in 1962 by a student for £350, but having found it expensive to run, he decided to lay it up and dismantle it ready for a restoration that never happened. After resting for more than 50 years it was moved to the Medcalf’s West Sussex works to be sympathetically restored.
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  Amazon moves forward with drones that can charge your car while you drive 13 Oct 2017 (News)
  >> Top 10 PHEVs In theory, getting caught in traffic as your battery runs lower and lower, might soon be a thing of the past. At least that's Amazon's thinking. The patent envisions drones that can be summoned to a vehicle, even if you're on the move. The roving recharger might be a self-piloting aerial drone or a crewless ground vehicle, the application says.
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  Fiat, Jeep and Alfa Romeo models now available with scrappage discounts 4 Sep 2017 (News)
  Fiat Chrylser Automobiles (FCA) will give owners of older, pre-Euro 5 cars as much as £5300 off Fiat, Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Jeep models. The offer runs through September 2017 and is available on 13 different models across the four brands. The scrappage offer is not available in conjunction with any other offers. The traded-in vehicle must have been registered before 31 December 2009 and must have Euro 1-4 compliant emissions.
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  Holden Torana touring car for sale 9 May 2017 (News)
  But in 1979 the Torana battled to a victory, winning first place for Morris, and creating Australian motorsport history as it was the first time an ‘underdog’ – a private team – had beaten the factory entrants. James Nicholls, Mossgreen collectors’ cars specialist, said, ‘Still in running order, this rare Torana is highly original, and still showcases the livery it wore in 1979. An exceptional rally car, it holds a special affection with Australian motorsports enthusiasts. It is of particular significance to the Holden brand and its list of Australian automotive sporting achievements.’ Purchased by the current owner in 1979, the car last raced at Wanneroo on 6 July, 1980, finishing in fifth place in the five-lap Street Cars race and fourth place in the second event, the Twin State Challenge.
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  1963 Morris Minor to Travel 3,500 Miles Within Britain in September 4 Aug 2016 (News)
  If you donate by text you will be offered an option to gift aid the donation.   On social media, you can follow the build-up and progress of the run at www.facebook.com/MMOC.Charity.Marathon.2016 or visit the MMOC website at http://www.charity-marathon.mmoc.org.uk/ The Charity Marathon will start at John O’Groats at 11.00am on Friday September 2 nd 2016.
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  Vauxhall Heritage collection to open its doors in June 4 May 2016 (News)
  The breadth and quality of Vauxhall’s Heritage Collection is near-unique, with most of the cars roadworthy and maintained by a small team, led by senior vehicle restorer Andy Boddy. Most of the cars were also built in Luton. Vauxhall’s Heritage Centre Open Day will run from 10am to 4pm. Refreshments will be available throughout the day, and parking is free. The Heritage Centre is situated behind Vauxhall’s head office on Park Street, Luton LU1 3HG.
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  Low pump prices declared "over” as fuel jumps 3p in March 5 Apr 2016 (News)
  This is bad news for motorists as it will inevitably lead to more price rises on the forecourt." Thinking of buying a new car, but unsure which fuel will give you the lowest running costs? Check out the Honest John Fuel Cost Calculator
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  Model T to drive around the globe 21 Mar 2016 (News)
  The couple, both retired, have so far covered almost 50,000 miles, visiting and supporting various projects run by the international children’s aid organisation: SOS – Children’s Villages. The Ford Model T covered 14,000 miles in 180 days during the first leg of the drive in 2012, which took them from their home town of Edam, to Cape Town in South Africa.
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  Minder Capri and Daimler for sale 25 Feb 2016 (News)
  Legend has it that George Cole, the actor who played Arthur Daley in the show, wanted to buy the car himself in the 1980s, but it was given away in a competition run by the TV Times. Alongside the Daimler will be its on-screen parther – a white Ford Capri driven by Terry McCann, Daley’s ‘minder’ who was famously payed by Dennis Waterman.
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  £1-per-litre fuel 'likely', says RAC 20 Nov 2015 (News)
  “With yet more oil due to hit the market as Iran begins to produce again following its nuclear deal with the West, the long-term outlook has to be low oil prices for a further 12 months.” Looking for the car with the lowest running costs? Check out the Honest John Fuel Calculator
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Last Defender to cost £10,000 – but it’s a pedal car 16 Sep 2015 (News)
  It’s constructed precisely to scale and incorporates all of the Defender’s distinctive characteristics, such as protective chequer plating, cylindrical running bars and rugged off-road tyres complete with mudflaps. A spokesman said, ‘The drive assembly is constructed to enable the young driver to pedal both forwards and backwards while a spring suspension and working brakes – complete with parking brake – will allow the little one to go on many big adventures.’ Inside, there’s that familiar dashboard, working hooter and rear stowage section with cover.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Next-gen Kia Sportage launched 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  While the  new  Sportage retains Kia's traditional styling cues, including a ‘Tiger nose’ grille, the new model is radically different to the outgoing car, with a bluff nose and large, bold LED running lights the most obvious changes. Wide rear wheel arches and a tapering window line lead to slim LED tail lights, which are linked together by an illuminated strip. Inside, the cabin gets a complete overhaul with more high quality materials and a new infotainment system, with a large colour touchscreen dominating the dashboard.
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  Porsche scores historic one-two at Le Mans 15 Jun 2015 (News)
  Porsche has ended Audi’s Le Mans dominance by securing victory at the 83rd running of the famous 24-Hour race. The Porsche 919 Hybrid scored an historic one-two win, the Audi R18 e-tron quattro finishing two laps adrift in third place.  It’s the 17 th   time Porsche has secured victory at the world famous Le Mans 24 Hours race and the first time in 24 years that an active Formula One driver has won, with Nico Hulkenberg partnering England's Nick Tandy and New Zealand's Earl Bambe to victory in the number 19 car.