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  Honda Civic Diesel to Debut at Frankfurt 29 Aug 2001 (News)
  Combined fuel consumption is an excellent 57.7mpg and CO2 emissions 132g/km which qualifiy for the lowest £110pa VED bracket for diesel cars. Prices will be announced closer to the on sale date of January 2002. More at www.honda.co.uk
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  Low Running Costs for New MINI 9 Jun 2001 (News)
  With a new Labour Government, the British public is moving quickly out of fuel guzzlers and into trendy, fuel-efficient small cars. The MINI is by far the trendiest of the lot and there is already a long waiting list. So, if you can secure one of the first 5,000, its first year depreciation is likely to be miniscule, saving you yet more money.
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  FIAT Punto Steering Defect. Don't Panic. 31 May 2001 (News)
  Anyone who believes their Punto was built between the above dates should contact their local FIAT dealer, whether or not they bought their car from an official UK source. FIAT dealers will be contacting their customers as from today. FIAT AUTO UK will also be writing to all known owners of Puntos built between the above dates.
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  Rare 1920s French racing voiturettes all sold above estimate at Historics Classic Car Auction. 1 Dec 2013 (News)
  According to one of the dealers, “there’s  money in Brass.” Basically, pre-WW1 cars are becoming increasingly collectable by investors. The extraordinary 1935 Mercedes-Benz 290 ‘Lang’ Pullman limousine ran out of bids at a disappointing £57,000. Disappointing because to restore that much car to that standard would cost upwards of £200,000.
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  Report: Historics classic car auction, Brooklands, 30 November 1 Dec 2013 (News)
  The 1911 Vulcan 15.9hp two-seater, unearthed from a house hallway where it had been kept as an ornament for 28 years made £41,000, comfortably over-estimate. According to one of the dealers, 'there’s  money in Brass.' Basically, pre-WW1 cars are becoming increasingly collectable by investors. The extraordinary 1935 Mercedes-Benz 290 ‘Lang’ Pullman limousine ran out of bids at a disappointing £57,000. Disappointing because to restore that much car to that standard would cost upwards of £200,000.
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  MOTORPROVIDER DEALS OF THE MONTH 3 Nov 2007 (News)
  Insurance Group:14 insurance, Door to door delivery service, Finance packages available, Part Exchange Welcome, Phone for Full Specification details £25,995 MOST CARS IN STOCK. COME AND VIEW OR RESERVE BY PHONE Tel:01142923411 or Tel:01142923412 Opening SOON: New Car Showroom At Chesterfield on the A617 junction 29 of the M1 Motorway www.MotorProvider.uk.com and www.motorprovider.uk.com/offers.php
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  Christmas traffic predicted to be ‘busiest in five years’ 17 Dec 2021 (News)
  RAC's research found that one in 10 drivers (10 per cent) don’t plan on travelling by car at all over Christmas because of the pandemic.  When is the best time to travel? Drivers are advised to set off early or postpone their trips until after dark to avoid the worst of the traffic.
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  Prius plug-in hybrid for London 21 Jun 2010 (News)
  “Sustainability is at the core of our business and it is work like this that helps EDF Energy meet the climate change targets set out in our new Sustainability Commitments.” The cars involved in the lease programme are essentially the same as the current third-generation full hybrid Prius, but they are equipped with a powerful lithium-ion battery that can be recharged simply by being connected to a standard 240V electricity supply.
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  MINI E (electric) UK Test Drivers Sought 1 Sep 2009 (News)
  Pioneering drivers wanting to be part of the MINI E UK research project can now apply online to lease one of twenty prototype cars destined for British roads.  The online application form will be hosted at www.electricMINI.co.uk from 01- 30 September 2009.
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  Motorpoint Deals All Under £10k 22 Dec 2008 (News)
  Only 11,806 miles at £9,299 – a saving of £7,384 on list price new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Bags, Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, CD Multiplayer, Central Locking, Cruise Control, Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows and Power Steering. 37.2 MPG (combined) * Based on savings on current list prices for equivalent new model These deals and many more at www.motorpoint.co.uk where all cars listed now carry the CO2 rating for tax purposes, or visit one of Motorpoint's five Supersites: Derby, Glasgow, Burnley, Peterborough and Newport, South Wales.
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  Price Range Used Cars From Motorprovider 19 Nov 2008 (News)
  www.motorprovider.co.uk offers these bargain priced Used Cars: 2006 06 Reg 17,618 miles, VOLKSWAGEN Golf 2.0 GTI DSG, 5 Doors, Automatic, Hatchback, Petrol, Metallic BLACK £13495 MAZDA CX-7 2.3T, 5 Doors, Manual, Estate, Petrol, 2007 57 Reg, 9,257 miles, Metallic GREY WITH LEATHER £13295 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA 1.9 CDTi SRi [120] 5dr [Euro 4] 7 SEATER, 5 Doors, Manual, Estate, Diesel, 2007 57 Reg, 16,958 miles, £9995 AUDI A3 2.0 FSI SE 3dr Tip Auto LEATHER privacy glass, 3 Doors, Automatic, Hatchback, Petrol, 2004 54 Reg, 26,000 miles, Metallic Grey RAIN SENSOR CRUISE PRIVACY GLASS AUTO LIGHTS £8995 JAGUAR X-Type 2.0d Sport, 4 Doors, Manual, Saloon, Diesel, 2005 55 Reg,40,000 miles LEATHER.
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  Motorpoint Special 08 Reg Deals 17 Oct 2008 (News)
  Only 8,083 miles at £8,499– a saving of £9,258 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Conditioning, Central Locking, CD Player, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors and Power Steering. 37.7 MPG (combined) Small Cars Ford Fiesta 1.25 Style 5dr Manual. 08 Reg. Only 7,143 miles at £6,199 – a saving of £4,296 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Bags, CD Player, Central Locking, Electric Windows, Metallic Paint and Power Steering. 47.1 MPG (combined) Nissan Micra 1.4 Tekna 5dr Manual. 08 Reg.
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  Bargain Time at Auction 14 Dec 2005 (News)
  Friday 16th Fleet & Finance, LTSB Autolease, Motability, Leaseplan, Citroen UK, Hitachi, Masterlease, Vauxhall Leasing, General, Private Direct, Inchcape p/x As always the best way to look for a specific car coming up at a BCA auction or to pre-check a day’s sale is to visit www.auctionview.co.uk If you are a BCA account holder this service also now gives composite price information (average auction price, CAP and Glass’s) and now allows you to buy a selection of cars directly on-line.
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  FIAT Pandas From £5,895, Plus 100s more Cheap Cars 31 Oct 2005 (News)
  www.newcar4me.com has the following great offers on discounted new cars, Chevrolet Matiz 1.0SE+ from £5995, Fiat Panda 1.1 Active 5 Door from £5895, Fiat Punto 1.2 Active 3 Door from £5495, Toyota Yaris 1.0 T-Spirit 5 Door from £8695, Peugeot 1007 1.4 Dolce from £10495, 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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  Alfa Romeo anniversary races set for Silverstone 12 Mar 2020 (News)
  'We are really thrilled to be adding these Alfa Romeo anniversary races to the ‘greatest hits’ collection compiled to celebrate the magical event’s 30th birthday this summer.' The race entries will be organised by the Historic Racing Drivers Club and will star cars and drivers from the HRDC’s own successful Classic Alfa Challenge as well as some notable international entries from Europe and the USA. 'We are honoured that the team at the Silverstone Classic has chosen the HRDC to organise these fabulous Alfa Romeo 110th Anniversary Celebration Races at this world class event,' lauded Julius Thurgood, the club’s founder and himself a renowned Alfista.
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  BMW cuts model range as new WLTP test looms 20 Mar 2018 (News)
  The WLTP test could therefore have a detrimental effect on the official fuel economy and emissions figures of such models. Though it has pledged to continue selling hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars, fellow premium German manufacturer Porsche axed all existing diesel models in February, blaming a lack of demand.
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  Save £3000 on a new Volkswagen Golf 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  The online broker is also offering £2547 off the price of a new Polo and £4807 off a new Passat Estate. Car shoppers can also save more than £4000 on a new Scirocco BlueMotion. All cars are supplied by UK main dealers and include manufacturer warranty, free media pack upgrade, road tax and free delivery to your door.
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  Cap Boosts Residual Values of Mazda CX-5 27 Sep 2013 (News)
  The highest percentage residual value increase is on the entry-level 2.0-litre 165ps 2WD SE-L model, meaning that at three years/60,000 miles the car has a residual value of £8,650, equivalent to 40 percent of its £21,415 P11D value. The highest cash residual value increase is on the flagship 2.2-litre 175ps AWD Sport Nav Auto meaning that at three years/60,000 miles the car has a residual value of £11,225 equivalent to 38 percent of its £29,200 P11D value.
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  Santa Pod Big Bang Camper and Bus Show 26th to 28th April 1 Mar 2013 (News)
  The Fool Fighters, First Rate and Now & Then, plus The Greatest Take That Tribute mean there’s no excuse for not getting down. Meanwhile, back on track it’s getting crowded, with the Fireforce Jet Car, 2-seater Dragster and even the inaugural human powered race all displaying an alternative way to cover 440 yards in an unbelievably noisy, fast or stylish manner. The Live Action Arena is somewhat of a spectacle too, with Monster Truck demos and rides all weekend.
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  Santa Pod Big Bang Camper and Bus Show 26th to 28th April 1 Mar 2013 (News)
  The Fool Fighters, First Rate and Now & Then, plus The Greatest Take That Tribute mean there’s no excuse for not getting down. Meanwhile, back on track it’s getting crowded, with the Fireforce Jet Car, 2-seater Dragster and even the inaugural human powered race all displaying an alternative way to cover 440 yards in an unbelievably noisy, fast or stylish manner. The Live Action Arena is somewhat of a spectacle too, with Monster Truck demos and rides all weekend.