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  Growth in UK motor production for sixth month running 25 Jan 2008 (News)
  "December recorded the sixth consecutive month of growth in car production. The final quarter also saw the strongest increase in output since 1985, up 21.7 per cent," said SMMT chief executive Paul Everitt. He added that the statistics "reinforce the UK's strength and breadth as a global manufacturing base".
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  Registration of diesel vehicles rises in November 11 Dec 2007 (News)
  More people purchased vehicles with diesel engines over the course of November 2007, according to new statistics. Some 158,735 cars and vans with the feature were registered during the month, the highest amount recorded for the period since 2004, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. At the current rate, the body believes that the amount of vehicles sold will pass 2.4 million by the end of 2007.
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  WRX STI pricing 'shocks auto industry' 30 Nov 2007 (News)
  Subaru has called the pricing of its new WRX STI vehicle an incredulous move. Motorists will be able to pick up the car for £24,995 on-the-road, £1,600 cheaper than originally expected, with orders being taken from March. The vehicle is based on those which compete in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and was unveiled by the firm at the Bologna Motor Show in November.
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  Location, location, location 'counts when buying' 16 Nov 2007 (News)
  Customers from anywhere in the UK are already prepared to travel to save thousands of pounds," he said. A poll from Motorpoint has found that 72 per cent of drivers would not take a car insurance deal only to let another person drive the vehicle.
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  Nissan announces second-generation Murano details 15 Nov 2007 (News)
  Japanese automaker Nissan has revealed the first details of its all-new Murano sports utility vehicle. The car comes equipped with a VQ-series 3.5-litre DOHC V6 engine which gives motorists 265 hp, in addition to adaptive shift control. "The all-new, second generation Murano has been designed as a 'super evolution' of the original," Nissan stated.
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  Pro-cee'd manufacture begins six weeks early at Slovakia site 7 Nov 2007 (News)
  Jean-Charles Lievens, senior vice president of Kia Motors Europe, commented on the perks of the new model. "[The car] will expand our appeal to a different audience and will attract numerous European consumers who find three-door cars particularly attractive and who have not yet considered our products," he said.
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  Tokyo Motor Show debut for Honda Jazz 26 Sep 2007 (News)
  The firm added that the model has been the number one choice among its competitors, shifting a mean of 19,300 every year since it became available. Honda commented that the "fresh look" of the car, along with its "styling, flexibility and economy" were factors in the vehicle's success. "[The car] has attracted a loyal customer base which we are keen to retain with an evolutionary, rather than revolutionary, approach to the next generation model," remarked Honda head of marketing Tom Gardner.
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  Music to ears of XF drivers from Bowers & Wilkins 5 Sep 2007 (News)
  British car manufacturer Jaguar will launch its XF model next year with a premium audio system from specialists Bowers & Wilkins. The XF will hit Jaguar dealerships in 2008 following three years of research and development from the loudspeaker specialists, who have included a host of extras designed to appeal to enthusiasts.
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  New Model Deals From Drivethedeal 2 Feb 2006 (News)
  www.drivethedeaal.com is offering the following discounts on latest model cars, including the new Honda Civic, Toyota Yaris and VW Jetta. All UK supplied with full UK warranty. VW Passat Saloon 2.0 SE TDi 4dr (new model) £16960 Save £1805 VW Passat Estate 2.0 SE TDi (new model) £17929 Save £1931 Seat Leon 2.0 16V TDi Sport (new model) £14987 Save £1508 Toyota Yaris 1.0 T3 3dr (new model) £8788 Save £1407 VW Jetta 2.0 Sport TDi PD 4dr (new model) £17098 Save £937 Honda Civic 1.8 VTEC SE 5dr (new model) £13615 Save £785 Renault Clio 1.4 16V Dynamique 3dr (new model) £8367 Save £1883 Mercedes A150 Classic SE (new model) £13509 Save £1051 These deals and many more at www.drivethedeaal.com
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  FIAT Punto 1.2 Actives Down to Just £5,495 19 Oct 2005 (News)
  www.newcar4me.com have available the following discounted delivery mileage cars available for quick delivery. Chevrolet Matiz 1.0SE+ from £5995 Fiat Panda 1.1 Active 5 Door from £5895 Fiat Punto 1.2 Active 3 Door from only £5495 Toyota Yaris 1.0 T-Spirit 5 Door from £8695 Peugeot 1007 1.4 Dolce from £10495 Renault Clio 1.2 Rush 3 door with CD from only £6595 VW Lupo 1.0 E 3 door from £7395 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Touring from £12695 Fiat Stilo 1.4 Active with air-con 3 Door from £8695 Ford Focus 1.4 Studio 3 Door from £9995 Vauxhall Zafiras from £11995.
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  Extra £500 Off Golf Plus, From £13592 23 Aug 2005 (News)
  www.drivethedeal.com has announced an extra £500 saving on the Golf Plus (equal to the premium of the Golf Plus over the Golf) with total savigngs amounting to £2500 for all cars registered by 30th September 2005 on the 2005/55 registration. All cars UK suppled by UK dealers with full UK warranty. Golf Plus 2.0 GT TDi 5dr £15957 Golf Plus 2.0 GT TDi 5dr DSG £17126 Golf Plus 1.9 SE TDi 5dr £14390 Golf Plus 1.6 SE FSi 5dr £13592 Golf Plus 1.6 SE FSi 5dr Auto £14739 Golf Plus 2.0 GT FSi 5dr £15643 All supplied by UK main dealers, all brand new and all come with 12 months VED.
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  Big Discounts on Small Cars from Drivethedeal 28 Apr 2005 (News)
  www.drivethedeal.com has negotiated big dealer discounts on small hatchbacks, all UK dealer supplied and warranted. Citroen C3 1.1i Desire 5...
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  Up to £5,735 off UK Supplied MPVs 15 Apr 2005 (News)
  www.drivethedeal.com is offering massive discounts on a range of MPVs, including the popular VW Touran which is available from www.drivethedeal.com at a saving of up to £3,250 on list price for deliveries in April 2005. All Drivethedeal cars are delivered free of charge anywhere in England and have a full UK warranty. Drivethedeal has been established over eight years and only sells cars supplied by UK franchised dealers. VW Touran 1.9 TDi PD SE 7 seater £14148, save £3257 Citroen Picasso 2.0 HDi Exclusive £11109, save £5086 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 Energy* £10615, save £5735 Ford Focus C-Max 2.0 TDCi Zetec** £14365, save £3300 *Vauxhall deals subject to borrowing a minimum of £3000 finance from GMAC for a minimum of 3 months at 11% APR.
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  Cheap Puntos and Mazda 6s, From £5,786 10 Apr 2005 (News)
  www.look4mycar.com has just received a batch of the following cars ready to drive away. All are UK supplied and warranted. Prices quoted include 12 months VED & 1st Registration Fee. Various colours and specifications available. FIAT PUNTOS: 05 PLATES: PUNTO 1.2 ACTIVE 3DRS £5786.00 OTR PUNTO 1.2 ACTIVE 5DRS £6482.00 OTR MAZDA 6 : 05 plates MAZDA 6 1.8 TS 5DRS £12497 OTR MAZDA 2.0 TS 5DRS £12785 OTR MAZDA 6 2.0 TS 5DR AUTOMATICS £13793 OTR MAZDA 6 TS DIESEL 136 BHP ESTATES £15269 OTR MAZDA 6 2.0 TS “2” 5DR DIESEL 136 BHP 5DRS £15642 OTR MAZDA 6 2.0 TS 2 136 BHP DIESEL EST £16564 OTR MAZDA 6 2.0 DIESEL SPORT 136 BHP 5DRS £15804 OTR Click Here to visit www.look4mycar.com
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  Drivethedeal Discounts on New A6, 407 and Grand Scenic 20 Mar 2004 (News)
  www.drivethedeal.com is already offering discounts on the new Audi A6 and. Peugeot 407 and 7-seater Grand Scenic. Car Manufacturer List Drivethedeal.com Saving Price discounted price Grand Scenic 1.6 Dynamique #16123 #14048 #2075 Grand Scenic 2.0 Dynamique #17308 #15061 #2247 Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi Dynamique #17,253 #15041 #2239 Grand Scenic 1.9 dCi Dynamique #18132 #15766 #2366 Peugeot 407 1.8 S Saloon #14745 #13645 #1100 Peugeot 407 2.0 HDi 136 SE #17470 #16180 #1290 Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 HDi 136 Exec #21570 #19993 #1577 Audi A6 2.4 SE #24169 #22591 #1579 Audi A6 3.2 FSi SE #30269 #28204 #2066 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro SE Auto #31669 #29492 #2178 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro SE Auto #42769 #39704 #3066 More at www.drivethedeal.com
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  Auctions Every Day at BCA Blackbushe 14 Feb 2004 (News)
  Hall 2 will feature a Lex and Lex Executive sale, and there will be bags of part exchanges in Hall 3. Lombard Finance has a special sale of 250 cars on Tuesday. On Wednesday, Halls 1 and 2 will be packed with fleet and finance sales, including entries by FIAT, Nissan Finance, RFS, Lex, Leaseplan and part-exchanges from Aston Green Audi, Ridgeway Group, Whites Group, Jacksons and Lancaster.
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  Latest Nearly new and Pre-Reg Deals at Oneswoop 11 Nov 2003 (News)
  www.oneswoop.com is now offering a selected range of nearly new and pre-reg cars, focusing on some of the best selling models in the UK. Nearly-new deals include: 03 reg Peugeot 307 1.4 Style 3-dr, met: £9,935 save £2,990 03 reg Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCI Zetec 3-dr hatch, met, CD, c/l: £8,580 03 reg Renault Clio 1.2 16V Dynamique 3-dr, ABS, s/r, alloys: £8,050 03 reg Corsa 1.2 16V Design, a/c: £7,650 save £2,200 off new price Also nearly-new deals on Audi A2, FIAT Punto, Ford Focus, Ford Mondeo, SAAB 9-3, SAAB 9-5, Vauxhall Vectra, Vauxhall Omega, VW Golf, VW Passat and VW Sharan at www.oneswoop.com or phone 0800 279 2798
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  Up to 20% Off New FIATs for 03 Reg 3 Mar 2003 (News)
  Take a look at the list below:- Fiat Seicento Active £5,183 Fiat Punto Active 1.2 3drs £5,828 (Listed £6,999) Fiat Punto Active 1.2 5drs £6,269 Fiat Punto Dynamic 1.2 8v 3drs £6,629 Fiat Stilo 1.6 Active 3drs £9,350 Fiat Stilo 2.4 20v GT 3drs £11,676 Fiat Stilo 1.6 Active Sport 5drs £9,753 Fiat Multipla JTD 115 SX £11,663 Fiat Multipla JTD 115 ELX £13,370 New Fiat Multipla Ulysse 2.0 Auto Eleganze £16,340 New Fiat Multipla Ulysse 2.2 JTD Prestigio £19,305 (List 24,435) All Cars are Brand New UK supplied cars direct from a Contracted Dealer. 12 months VED and Full UK warranty is included. More at www.ukcarbroker.co.uk
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  Second-Hand MINIs From March 2 Mar 2002 (News)
  Also a commitment that if any demonstrable fault is found within 30 days or 1,000 miles which can’t be fixed then the car will be replaced like for like. It is expected that during 2002, around 3,000 used MINIs will be offered through the MINI Cherished scheme. I would expect prices to be high, benefiting first owners of MINIs by protecting their investment.
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  Vauxhall Omegas up to £10,500 off 1 Mar 2001 (News)
  Models on offer include 2.2 litre CDX 4-door manuals at £14,995, a discount of £6,450, to 2.5 V6 Elite automatic Estate cars at £19,995, a discount of £7,000. Manual 2.5 V6 Elite Estates with leather are even more of a bargain at £18,995, a discount of £8,000. While 2.5 diesels and diesel automatic saloons and estates are also available at substantial discounts.