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  Retro Racing at Santa Pod on 1st July 6 Jun 2012 (News)
  Cars, bikes, trucks, scooters, the lot. The big difference is that this event actually encourages you to take part, "run what ya brung", and give your cherished ride some beans. It's your big chance to get your car or bike on the dragstrip with full timing and performance print-outs. The track is also being used for round 3 of the Euro Sports Compact drag series, where some of the fastest modified cars in the country go head-to-head.
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  New insurance saving tech from TomTom 8 Feb 2012 (News)
  Young Marmalade runs a scheme that tracks driver behaviour, and now sat nav maker TomTom has paired up with Motaquote to introduce a similar system. The new ‘Fair Pay Insurance’ system rewards good driving with lower premiums.
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  Race Your Road Car at Castle Combe 30 Jul 2011 (News)
  With the interest shown already, it is hoped a full grid of suitable cars can be fielded, especially with the additional incentives of prize money, garland and trophy on offer. It is hoped further races can be run next year if interest is sufficient for the inaugural event. Entries can be made on line at www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk or contact Haydn Earl, Competitions Secretary, on 01249 782417.
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  Honda offers four years free servicing 5 Jul 2011 (News)
  Honda retained the number two spot in the manufacturer league table with Jazz celebrating its eighth consecutive win in the Supermini class. For the second year running Accord topped the chart in the family car category, while both Civic and CR-V were ranked second in their own respective classes.
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  Europe’s fastest EV on display at EcoVelocity 28 Jun 2011 (News)
  In 2012 Don will attempt the beat the world land speed record for electric vehicles in the car, with a top speed of more than 350mph in his sights. Don Wales said: “One day we’re going to run out of today’s fuels and electric is the future.  I’ve felt strongly about this for over a decade and launched Bluebird Electric in the late 1990s.  “I’m pleased that it’s now being taken seriously by the industry, and events such as EcoVelocity are an excellent way to showcase how far green technology has progressed.”
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  MG Car Club Events Coming Up 21 Apr 2011 (News)
  This will be for 1950 to 1965 GT and Sports cars complying with the specifications required by FIA Appendix K and running on Dunlop L, M and R Section Historic tyres. The race, using the Grand Prix circuit at Silverstone, is for one or two drivers, with a mandatory pit stop. The entry fee is £450.
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  Silverstone Classic 22-24 July to be Biggest Ever 31 Mar 2011 (News)
  Highlights this year will include: •  The world’s biggest party to mark the 50 th birthday of the Jaguar E-Type with two special Jaguar E-Type Challenge races on-track plus a world record gathering of classic Jaguar E-Types in the paddock •  The return of the Group C recreating the great days of the World Sportscar Championship in the 1980s •  The switch to the latest Silverstone Grand Prix circuit layout allowing huge grids of up to 58 starters •  A re-run of the popular Silverstone Classic Celebrity Race starring many high-profile names from radio, TV, music and sport many of whom will be at Silverstone on 4 May The Silverstone Classic is also renowned for its vast array of off-track entertainment and 2011’s event will provide more family attractions than ever before with 6000+ classic cars from hundreds of car clubs, aerobatic displays, steam traction rally, live demonstrations and unmissable live music from classic bands including Suzi Quatro, 10cc and Wishbone Ash.
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  Daihatsu officially ends sales in the UK 19 Jan 2011 (News)
  Following a year of running-down stocks, it's officially the end of Daihatsu in the UK - and European sales will cease too.
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  330,000 cars registered under Scrappage Scheme 9 Mar 2010 (News)
  Petrol-engined cars were most popular for people buying with a scrappage incentive deal, with petrol making up 84% of sales against 58% for total UK cars sales during the period the Scrappage Incentive Scheme was running. The SMMT's chief executive Paul Everitt commented: 'The scrappage scheme has provided vital stimulus during a difficult period. The industry must now work to sustain this momentum and is urging the government to postpone the introduction of the first year rate of VED an avoid dampening demand while the economic recovery remains fragile.'
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  Extra Kit For Forester Diesel 24 Jul 2009 (News)
  With class leading fuel economy and emissions, the SureTrak is equally happy on the school run as it is winding its way down country lanes or across a muddy caravan field. For further information on the vehicle, advice on the scrappage scheme or details of your nearest Subaru dealer, visit www.subaru.co.uk .
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  New VWs From Just £4,845 Under Scrappage Scheme 14 May 2009 (News)
  The offer applies to new vehicles registered between 18 May 2009 and 28 February 2010, unless the Government’s fixed budget for the scheme of 300,000 vehicles runs out sooner. Full terms and conditions are available from Volkswagen Retailers or from www.volkswagen.co.uk . Volkswagen UK will match the Government’s contribution of £1,000 towards the cost of the new car.
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  KIA Cuts Servicing Costs 10 Sep 2008 (News)
  Hamish McCowan, After Sales Director at Kia Motors (UK) Limited commented: "This is a perfect solution for customers who are looking to manage their finances. Most of us run our lives by Direct Debit so why not set one up for your vehicle servicing too? By introducing this payment plan Kia is trying to make things easier on customer's wallets without compromising on the level of service on their Kia.
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  Quick delivery : BMW X5 Diesel 27 Jan 2005 (News)
  Check out the website for further details BMW X5 3.0D Sport Sterling Grey metallic Black Leather Automatic Communications Pack 6CD Xenon Lights Aluminium running boards Sun Protection Glass Heated Seats Full carpet mats This BMW X5 is available on a variety of finance packages, for example: 48 Month PCP, 3+47 Payments 10kpa - £749.99 (no vat on PCP) 48 Month Contract Hire, 3+47 Payments 10kpa - £609.99 + VAT 60 Month Hire Purchase, 10% Deposit, 60 Months, £846.99 Full written quotations available on request.
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  £3,000 off 'Ugly' Imprezas 9 Oct 2002 (News)
  This special offer means the entry-level Subaru Impreza 1.6 TS Sports Wagon is now £12,495 on-the-road – a saving of £1,455. Other spectacular run-out deals include either an Impreza WRX Saloon or Sports Wagon for £18,995 OTR – savings of £2,500 and £3,000 respectively. “This action is partly being taken as a result of the tremendously positive reception the facelifted Impreza received at the Paris Motor Show,” said Managing Director, Sam Burton.
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  Space Star Hugely Improved For Summer 23 Jun 2002 (News)
  Engine choice is now an 81bhp 1.3 offering combined economy of 41.5mpg and top speed of 106 mph; a 97bhp 1.6 giving 39.2 mpg combined and a top speed of 112mph; and the newcomer: a direct injected 101bhp 1.9 diesel which does 51.5mpg combined and runs to a top speed of 115mph. (CO2 146g/km = £110pa VED.) All have 5-speed manual gearboxes with the option of Mitsubishis’ INVECS-II 4-speed automatic with the 1.6 litre petrol engine.
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  The Biggest Ever Car Show - in Chelsea 28 Aug 2011 (News)
  Some of the world’s most important E-types will be at Chelsea AutoLegends, including I VHP, chassis number 1; ECD 400, the first E-type race winner; and 848 CRY, the E-type that featured in The Italian Job movie. New for 2011 is the PistonHeads Supercar Run in association with The Sunday Times. Some of the world’s rarest and most exotic cars will be joining the show after a Sunday morning run through London. McLarens and Moslers will join Lamborghinis and Ferraris, Koenigseggs, Aston Martins and Porsches in a cavalcade leaving the Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall after breakfast and arriving at the show at around midday.
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  New Michelin tyres last longer, and save fuel without sacrificing grip 30 Jun 2010 (News)
    Longevity remains Michelin’s prime attribute, usually meaning that the company’s slightly more expensive tyres cost less in the long run. Relatively low rolling resistance means they also save you money in fuel. But no driver puts longevity and fuel saving over safety, so Michelin’s tyres must also provide grip at least the equivalent of the competition.
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  Unimog: Behind The Wheel 13 May 2013 (News)
  The Unimog's abilities are increasingly being recognised by operators in the UK. Northamptonshire Fire Service now runs a Unimog U5000 complete with a crane that specialises in animal and inland water rescues while they model has also found favour with tree surgeons, utility companies and with councils looking for serious snow ploughs and gritters.
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  New Car Show Rescues and Restores Crumbling Classics 30 Jan 2013 (News)
    The Rover’s Return : Thursday 14th March at 8pm Rover lover Steve’s terrible run of health problems meant his dream of renovating his 1972 P6 were never going to be realised. That was until, behind his back, wife Marie called in the Car SOS boys to resurrect this icon of upmarket British motoring.
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  Local Driver Battles, plus Ferrari and Porsche races make for Exciting Bank Holiday at Castle Combe. 17 Aug 2011 (News)
  Melksham's Ed Moore and Langford's Roger Orgee are class A contenders looking for some smooth running, whilst Bath's Chris Acton, the former Pre '90 champion, has one of his occasional outings in the Ray GRS08. There is likely to be some air of tension in the circuit's Saloon Car championship race after a controversial lead change at the last race.