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  Porsche Classic to supply 3D printed car parts 26 Feb 2018 (News)
  3D printed parts like this fuel cap gasket for the 959 are now available Due to the consistently positive results, Porsche is now manufacturing eight other parts using 3D printing and is currently testing whether 3D printing is suitable for the production of a further 20 components Ultimately, components can be produced on demand if needed, thereby eliminating tool and storage costs.
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  Supersonic car to take centre stage at NEC show 17 Oct 2016 (News)
  Measuring 12.5 metres long and three metres in height, the car uses a Eurofighter Typhoon jet engine, a cluster of hybrid rockets and a Jaguar V8 to drive its rocket fuel pump. Also on the stand will be two former police cars – a Morris Minor Panda car and an S-type Jaguar. There will also be a Jensen 541R and a Hudson Straight 8 Special, which is one of only two 1939 models made at the Acton plant before the factory was recommissioned as a munitions factory.
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  A Grand Monday: BMW 5-series (E34) 11 Jul 2016 (News)
  And a quick search through the MoT history shows it’s been well looked after. These cars have a habit of suffering from rust on the fuel pipes, though, so if you’re thinking of buying the BMW it might be worth taking it to a friendly local garage and asking if you can use their ramp. Bad bits? Well, as you can see in the photos, it has a couple of dents.
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  Driverless cars set for UK motorways next year 15 Mar 2016 (News)
  Truck platooning involves self-driving convoys of HGVs driving close to each other, which reduces drag and improves fuel consumption. “At a time of great uncertainty in the global economy, Britain must take bold decisions now to ensure it leads the world when it comes to new technologies and infrastructure,” said Mr Osborne in a statement.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: SsangYong XAV makes European debut 16 Sep 2015 (News)
  This uses a lithium ion battery and two electric motors mounted at the back, giving two modes - hybrid fuel economy mode and hybrid performance mode. The XAV-Adventure has something called the 3S-CUBE system. This includes a special sensing device, which together with a smart motion control system, electric air suspension and ‘stereo vision’, monitors the road conditions and adjusts the suspension for optimised ride comfort.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Bentley launches Bentayga grand tourer 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  Economy is obviously not a strong point. We're told that CO2 emissions will be below 300g/km, with fuel economy around 22mpg. A plug-in hybrid option could be available from 2017. Unsurprisingly, the interior is luxurious, with hand stitched leather seats,   soft-touch hide trims and metal pull switches for the air vents.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Ford launches leaner Ranger with 43.5mpg 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  The updated Ranger will go on sale in the Autumn and reach showrooms in January 2016.  Ford claims to have cut the Ranger’s fuel consumption by 17 per cent, with significant gains made by recalibrating the gearbox ratios and introducing engine start/stop technology as standard.  This means the 2.2 TDCi engine now produces 160PS and returns 43.5mpg with 171g/km CO2 – a huge gain over the previous 36.2 mpg and 206g/km CO2 in the outgoing model.
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  Classic advert: Citroen Visa GTI 7 Nov 2014 (News)
  The Visa might have seemed an odd car to make into a hot hatch, being a quirky five-door. But Citroen disagreed, equipping its new GTi with the very same fuel-injected 1.6 four-pot as the 205 GTi. That meant up to 115bhp and a top speed of 117mph. And to make sure the Visa GTi looked the part, Citroen also equipped it with an ‘eye-catching front spoiler, side skirts, flared wheel arches, alloy wheels and four headlights’.
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  A Grand Monday: Talbot Horizon 10 Feb 2014 (News)
  It's a 1.3LS, which means it's powered by the sweetest (in relative terms) unit in the range - it's slightly less refined than the entry level 1.1, has enough power to keep up with the flow, and delivers excellent fuel consumption. Of course, it's not perfect - these cars are known to rust at the drop of a hat, their tappet noise became a signature tune for doom and gloom in 1980s Britain, and the low-geared steering and fudgy gearchange will give you forearms like a Siberian shot-putter.
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  New car sales reach five year high in September 4 Oct 2013 (News)
  However, recent economic growth and an improved outlook for 2014 has been attributed as a driving force behind the 19 th consecutive month of growth of sales, with buyers keen to take advantage of fuel-efficient new models.  Although the figures for September 2013 (403,136) are still short on the average before the credit crisis of 2008, it’s widely believed that UK registrations will continue to be strong for the remainder of the year.  ‘The September new car registrations figure was the highest monthly total since March 2008.
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  One Seater Taxis For Oxford 5 Aug 2009 (News)
  ” George continued: “The smart fits perfectly with Oxford’s motor vehicle philosophy and, because our fuel bills are 15 per cent lower with these cars, our passengers are finding that, for once, the environmentally compatible option isn’t more expensive.” More at SMART.co.uk
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  £4,295 + a Scrapper Gets a New Chevrolet 7 May 2009 (News)
  The scheme is expected to run until March 2010. With its 119g/km CO2 emissions, low insurance and 54.3mpg combined fuel economy, the Matiz is perfect for motorists looking to crush not just their old car, but also their motoring costs. Those seeking larger cars can also benefit – the Aveo supermini is available from only £5,765 in conjunction with the cash-for-scrap scheme, while the family-sized Lacetti is on offer from only £7,495.
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  Hyundai Sales Up as Offers Continue 7 Apr 2009 (News)
  ” Pushing these figures forward as the brand’s top selling models are the family-friendly, well-equipped i30 hatch and estate and the fuel-frugal i10. With 2,875 units sold so far in 2009, the i30 has improved sales since last year. The overall top seller in the range was the i10 city car, with 3,241 units sold so far this year. With current offers making an i30 available at just £9,895 for the 1.4 Comfort with a/c, ESP, 15" alloys, USB + Aux connectors and a 5 year unlimited mileage warranty, and the i10 1.2 Comfort from £6,795, it is easy to see why Hyundai’s retail performance is going from strength to strength.
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  Jeep Patriot Now Under £15,000 4 Mar 2009 (News)
  Along with a competitive price and Jeep’s legendary off-road ability, excellent fuel economy also comes as standard. The 2.0 CRD returns a wallet-welcoming 42.2mpg. Prices for the 2009 Jeep Patriot range starts from £14,995 (for a limited time and at participating dealerships only – price includes £1,200 manufacturer discount), making this the first Jeep priced under £15,000.
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  Owners of Older Cars save most on Motoring 10 Jun 2008 (News)
  Martin Mosley of Carparts-direct.co.uk said: "Lots of our customers will buy an older car, paying around £1,000, spend a few hundred pounds on it and run it on a low budget. Tax, insurance, servicing and fuel can be less than one year's depreciation on a brand new car." Martin Mosley runs the 'Parts for older cars' department at the mail order specialists, Car Parts Direct. Martin's team supplies parts for all makes of vehicles over 20 years old.
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  Guy Salmon first to offer MBGL for rental 7 Mar 2008 (News)
  Whether it's a weekend of game hunting in the Highlands, a rustic wedding or sweeping through the rugged Lake District, the latest addition to the Guy Salmon fleet offers the ultimate in luxury and performance. And, with the 320 diesel engine, without a serious fuel consumption penalty. The ideal vehicle for anyone wanting to make a statement, the GL's muscular bodyshell is 5,088mm in length with three rows of full size, individual seats. Fold away the back row of seats at the touch of a button to make room for more luggage.
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  275bhp Passat W8 Arrives at Under £30,000 18 Dec 2001 (News)
  All W8s come with ESP (electronic stabilization programme), 17 inch Madras alloy wheels, six airbags, bi-Xenon self leveling headlights, Nappa leather upholstery, walnut inserts, Climatronic air conditioning, six disc CD autochanger, rain-sensing wipers, automatic dimming rear view mirror and metallic or pearl-effect paint. So you don't need to shell out any more. Be prepared for hefty fuel and company car BIK taxes through. Combined consumption varies from 21.7mpg for the Tiptronic saloon to 21.2 for the manual estate. Unusually, the Tiptronics are slightly more economical than the manuals.
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  More Powerful Pinin, from £13,995 2 Oct 2001 (News)
  The lighweight body is a semi-monocoque shell with a built in frame, which is structurally stiff for better fuel efficiency, agility and passenger safety. The 2.0 litre GDI engine, has more power and torque, producing 127 bhp at 5,000 rpm, but also 140 lb ft at 3,500 rpm, compared to the 118 bhp at 5,250 rpm and 128 lb ft at 3,500 rpm of the 1.8 GDI engine.
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  Used Van Buying Guide: Toyota Hilux 2004-2015 16 Jun 2025 (News)
  Listen out for any tappet-like sounds under the bonnet, if so it points to problems with the injectors. Other hints that the fuel injection system is playing up is limited performance and smoke when starting up. Ask what fuel the owner has put in it, cheaper, poor quality fuel not doing the common rail injection system any good.
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  Why 2019 could be the best time to buy a diesel 1 Feb 2019 (News)
  Many affordable small cars are petrols, too - as they're more suited to city driving, while bigger and more expensive cars are more likely to have diesel engines as they're suited to longer distances. “Increasingly, people looking to buy a used car are deciding on fuel type before choosing what make and model they want to purchase," said Motorway.co.uk's director, Alex Buttle. “Perhaps the most interesting trend was used diesel Land Rovers dropping in price by a massive 20 per cent over two years.