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  'Britons' top European driving destination is Germany' 7 Jul 2008 (News)
  However, drivers may still be at risk of invalidating their car insurance policy when heading abroad. This is because Vauxhall found that 35 per cent of people are uncomfortable travelling on European highways. Speaking on behalf of the firm, Simon Ewart said: "These results reveal just how much Brits enjoy driving abroad ...
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  Eco First acclaim for Nissan 2 Jul 2008 (News)
  The Ministry of Environment presented the company with the Eco First certification at a ceremony at the Ministry of Environment on Tuesday July 1st. People looking for car buying advice while also keeping an eye on their carbon emissions may now look for Nissan vehicles – which will carry the Eco First logo in order to raise environmental awareness. As part of the commitment Nissan has made to the programme, it will reduce CO2 emissions at development plants and in vehicles, as well as bring down the harmful substances it use in its business operations.
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  Eco First acclaim for Nissan 2 Jul 2008 (News)
  The Ministry of Environment presented the company with the Eco First certification at a ceremony at the Ministry of Environment on Tuesday July 1st. People looking for car buying advice while also keeping an eye on their carbon emissions may now look for Nissan vehicles – which will carry the Eco First logo in order to raise environmental awareness. As part of the commitment Nissan has made to the programme, it will reduce CO2 emissions at development plants and in vehicles, as well as bring down the harmful substances it use in its business operations.
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  Wheel pressure 'should be maintained by motorists' 18 Jun 2008 (News)
  This could result in them invalidating their car insurance policies as a result. Indeed, Barry Norris, technical information officer for the Camping and Caravanning Club, commented that vehicles should be maintained all year round. "Tyres are a major factor in caravan safety and the club encourages caravanners to check their tyres regularly and not to forget that age deterioration can be a real problem," commented the official.
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  Internet used to alleviate fuel crisis 16 Jun 2008 (News)
  And it could be that this has helped motorists keep their car insurance policy prices down, as an accident could see them increase if cover firms view drivers as a risk. This comes as the Bristol Evening Post has stated that large queues were reported at petrol stations in the city this weekend.
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  Decent Discounts on New Factory Order BMWs 15 Jun 2008 (News)
  www.buynewcars4less.com offers These are customer first registered main dealer supplied brand new factory orders. Cars below are random examples and this level of discount applies throughout most of the BMW range including Special Editions. BMW 318 Diesel ES (143) 4dr List £23,865 BNC4L £22,205 Save £1,660 BMW 320 Diesel M Sport 4dr Auto List £29,825 BNC4L £27,569 Save £2,256 BMW 520 Diesel SE 4dr (177) List £27,196 BNC4L £25,202 Save £1,994 BMW 520 Diesel M Sport Step Auto (177) List £31,791 BNC4L £29,338 Save £2,453 Website: www.buynewcars4less.com E-mail: kc@buynewcars4less.com M: 07725 242 777 T: 01242 541966 / 0845 1360016 F: 01242 250584 The Bramery, Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, GL51 8HE
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  Motorexpo sets sights abroad 3 Jun 2008 (News)
  Among the 19 show debuts set to wow car insurance customers and other interested parties are the Mercedes CLS-Class, Aston Martin DBS and Porsche Cayenne GTS. Visitors will find these vehicles in Canary Wharf's parks and squares, as well as in the 800-foot-high One Canada Square.
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  Up to £3,451 Off New Model Audi A4 B8 30 May 2008 (News)
  www.drivethedeal.com has some excellent deals on brand new Audis, all supplied by UK main dealers, including Road Tax and free transporter delivery to your door. With savings of up to £3450 available for the next five cars ordered only, order now to avoid missing out. Audi A4 2.0 TDi 143 SE Saloon £21,150 Save £2,395 Audi A4 2.0 TDi 143 S Line Saloon £23,350 Save £2,695 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro S Line Saloon £28,922 Save £3,451 Audi A4 2.0 TDi 143 SE Avant £22,588 Save £2107 Audi A4 2.0 TDi 143 S Line Avant £24,838 Save £2357 These deals and many more at www.drivethedeal.com
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  Fiat reports increased revenue over first quarter 28 Apr 2008 (News)
  "Fiat Group revenues rose nearly ten per cent to €15 billion (£11.7 billion), with all businesses contributing to the increase, despite the uneven trading conditions in some key regions," the company announced. Cars, trucks, buses and vans, as well as agricultural equipment, is produced by Fiat. The company is based in Turin and was originally established in 1899.

  GM hits all-time record 21 Apr 2008 (News)
  As the new Aveo, Chevrolet's European best-seller is just being launched in many markets, we are confident to see this trend continue throughout the year." In related news, GM is planning to unveil the first gas-electric hybrid car in China in July. The design was created in part by GM's Shanghai design centre as competition for Toyota's Prius that was released in 2006.

  Fiat reveals Fiorino prices 21 Apr 2008 (News)
  Meanwhile, JATO has found Fiat to have sold the most low-emissions vehicles during 2007 - its average car releasing 137.3 g per km CO2.
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  Increase in eco-friendly Peugeots recorded 7 Apr 2008 (News)
  There has been an increase in the number of environmentally-friendly Peugeot models bought by people across the UK, it has been reported. According to the French car manufacturer, there were 16 per cent more 107s sold last month. The model sold 3,485 units in March and appeals to the "savvy green buyer" with its Band B status grouping, which means it emits 109g CO2 per kilometre.
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  Increase in eco-friendly Peugeots recorded 7 Apr 2008 (News)
  There has been an increase in the number of environmentally-friendly Peugeot models bought by people across the UK, it has been reported. According to the French car manufacturer, there were 16 per cent more 107s sold last month. The model sold 3,485 units in March and appeals to the "savvy green buyer" with its Band B status grouping, which means it emits 109g CO2 per kilometre.
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  Little black box 'could improve road safety' 28 Mar 2008 (News)
  Inexperienced motorists could find that their road technique receives a boost thanks to a system which can be installed in their vehicles, it has been reported. Auto Express commented that a little black box fitted into the dashboard of cars records a driver's moves behind the wheel. It then uploads the information to the internet and allows people to access it online, meaning that they can assess their own performance. Motorists may be surprised by what they find, according to Adrian Hyde, road safety manager at Staffordshire county council which is to trial the device.
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  Eight new models bolster 308 range 26 Mar 2008 (News)
  With manual, automatic and hatchback variants available, the 308 has added eight vehicles to its line-up and building on its success after being handed the German Golden Steering Wheel by newspaper Bild am Sonntag. "The 308 was chosen as the best compact family car and came first in nine of the 15 judgement criteria ... the judging panel also paid special tribute to the quality of the Peugeot 308," the company commented. Peugeot unveiled the 308 as the successor to the 307 on June 5th 2007.
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  Some Britons 'travelling with faulty brakes' 18 Mar 2008 (News)
  He said: "Brakes should be inspected as soon as braking system symptoms are noticed - it's in all road users' interests for you to be able to bring your car to a halt at the time of asking." This comes as the company has announced the Kwik-Fit Fleet service to repair fleet vehicles, according to the Transport News Network.

  Chevrolet exhibits fuel cell vehicle 13 Mar 2008 (News)
  The Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell was exhibited by the US company at the Globe 2008 Auto Future Tech Summit and features a fourth generation fuel cell propulsion system which has been developed by General Motors (GM). Chevrolet, which was founded in 1911, is a division of GM which develops cars and trucks under its own marquee. Speaking on behalf of GM, vice-president of environment, energy and safety policy Beth Lowery said that such technology can provide a great leap forward. "Fuel cells and the electrification of the vehicle have the potential to literally change the way the world drives," she said.
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  Skoda rolls out its two-millionth Octavia 12 Mar 2008 (News)
  The milestone follows the vehicle's success at the Geneva Motor Show last week. Skoda picked up the AM Used Car of the Year 2008 award for the model at a ceremony hosted at the exhibition, beating off BMW and Mazda to claim the prize. The Octavia is produced at sites around the world including China and India.
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  Porsche: Congestion charge hike is disproportionate 20 Feb 2008 (News)
  From October 27th, motorists entering the centre of London in high-emissions vehicles will be asked to pay a £25 charge per day under the new plans. Mr Goss said the new fee was effectively "a green tax for those who own certain cars in London". "What we've got at the end of the day, is a regulation, which by their own admissions by Transport for London, [does not] improve congestion, in fact could potentially make it worse and [does not] really affect emissions," said the official.
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  Motorists name children as 'big distraction' 19 Feb 2008 (News)
  French motor manufacturer Citroen has found that out of 1,000 polled, 90 per cent believe young people in their car make them lose concentration more than anything else. It added that 25 per cent of motorists have been involved in crashes as a result of unruly children and ten per cent say that screaming and fighting in the back seat is a regular occurrence.