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  Nissan Z Cracks 0-60 in 1.2 Seconds 26 Aug 2009 (News)
  Producing over 1,150bhp at the wheels, the car holds the record for the fastest Japanese car in Europe for 2008 and retains that title to date in 2009. Throughout the rest of the year Project Zed will run in various classes including Super Pro ET, Competitor Eliminator and HKS Series – Pro Class. In support of the track star, Nissan will have a stand at Santa Pod displaying its latest road-going sports cars, the GT-R and 370Z Performance figures for Project Zed are expected as follows: 0-60 mph – 1.2 second 0-168 mph – 4.1 seconds 0-215+ mph – 6.6 seconds More at www.bramsracing.com/350z
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  Up to £7,105 Off Citroen Vans 28 Feb 2009 (News)
  These are just some of the amazing prices available from participating dealers, who can offer Citroën’s best-ever LCV discounts during Citroën Van Fortnight – which runs from Monday 2nd March to Sunday 15th March. Robert Handyside, Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager, explains, “Citroën and its dealers are setting the pace in the LCV sector and taking a pro-active approach to the credit crunch.
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  New Airstream Bambi Caravan 21 Feb 2009 (News)
  Full details of the new Airstream Bambi 422 and other trailers in the range are available during the show that runs from the 17th -22nd February at the NEC, Birmingham. Alternatively more information is available by visiting www.airstreameurope.co.uk
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  Huge MG Event: 10th-12th July 14 Feb 2009 (News)
  For the first time there will be action on the track for the full three days, with races running continuously over the weekend. The MGLive! Arena will feature, amongst its many attractions, the amazing Russ Swift Precision Driving Team including its two-wheeling, spinning, dancing and parking routines.
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  Further Confirmation Credit Crunch Crippling Car Values 6 Aug 2008 (News)
  ” Rushmore concludes, “We believe that the current price correction has still to run its course with no immediate end in sight. If there is any consolation for dealers, it would be that prices will step down in an orderly way, thereby avoiding any crash which would throw the market into turmoil.
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  OVER £10 MILLION OF SPORTS CAR HERITAGE ON DISPLAY AT MOTOR SHOW 11 Jul 2008 (News)
  Stunt-loving visitors to the ExCeL event can also opt to visit Dreamscape, Honda’s ‘live action’ arena, for a further £5 each, where they will see Honda robot ASIMO running for the first time as part of a captivating spectacle depicting the company’s history. Tickets for the Motor Show and Dreamscape are available through the Show’s website at www.britishmotorshow.co.uk or by calling 0871 230 5588.
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  Renault Laguna Online Test Drive 12 Jan 2008 (News)
  Originally launched only for Fleet Managers and user choosers, retail customers are now able to take advantage of the hassle-free site, which is run in conjunction with Avis. In just three simple steps, a test-drive of New Laguna can be arranged. Customers are able to select the date of their choice, which can be a Monday evening to a Tuesday evening, Wednesday to Thursday or Friday evening until Monday morning and a New Laguna will be delivered to either their work or home address.
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  162,651 Miles, 10 Owners: £5,750. 20 Dec 2004 (News)
  Last Monday’s 1972 Ro80 was back, now with an earsplitting exhaust and bid to £475, but it was running sweetly with no more than a bit of condensation smoke out of the back. Even a 144k mile 93L Citroen ZX 1.4 Reflex was all of £130. A bit more real world was a 6 month old 6k mile 04 reg MINI Cooper S in al-over black with a full length sunroof sold for £14,250, a 97k mile 99R BMW 523iSE Touring auto, sold for £4,750 and a 60k mile 98S Ford Explorer sold for £4,050.
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  Hybrid Concept Cars from Subaru and MCC 11 Sep 2001 (News)
  The speed at which the front and rear wheels are driven is synchronized electronically. When the car is cruising on the over-run, the momentum of the rear wheels is converted into electric power by a high power 3kW alternator in the rear drive unit and re-charges the batteries. Length is 3,425mm; width: 1,425mm; height: 1,475mm.
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  Auction Prices Remain Strong 27 Apr 2001 (News)
  There is still no such thing as a cheap Focus with an 82,000 mile 99T 1.8 Ghia on steel wheels running all the way to £6,525. An 11,000 mile 2000W Cougar 2.5 sold for £11,950 and a 17,000 mile 2000W Puma Milenium 1.7 sold for £10,525. A trio of cute bright red 15,000 mile 99T Daewoo Matiz SE models all bid to the same £3,500.
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  Daewoo Finally Sorted Out 17 Oct 2002 (News)
  The President of GM-DAT is Nick Reilly, a Brit, of course, who until the middle of last year was running Vauxhall Motors. He will be too busy with settling down the new organisation to attend in Birmingham but since last December Reilly has been heading up the negotiating team which has finalised the deal to buy large parts of the Korean car company.
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  Christmas traffic predicted to be ‘busiest in five years’ 17 Dec 2021 (News)
    "We’re expecting the biggest Christmas getaway for five years, including a ‘Frantic Festive Friday’ on Christmas Eve. "But with overall traffic volumes in the run-up to the big day set to be down slightly on normal given the current ‘work from home’ guidance, there’s reason to hope there won’t be too many queues as millions get away to see friends and family."
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  Obituary: John Haynes 12 Feb 2019 (News)
  He published a booklet entitled 'Building A ‘750’ Special’ - and the first print run of 250 copies sold out in ten days. After leaving school John joined the Royal Air Force (RAF) to do his National Service, where he made many lifelong friends. During his time in the RAF his role in logistics taught him business management skills, while enabling him to pursue his passion for motor racing and publishing in his spare time.
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  Christmas feature: Hot Wheels at 50 21 Dec 2018 (News)
  And that shows just how deeply passions have run for Hot Wheels over five decades and over four billion sales. The brand is a household name in over 200 nations, and the market-leading die cast toy in the USA, UK, Europe, China, Australia and, thanks to Elon Musk, outer space.
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  How to get the cheapest classic car insurance for young drivers 6 Nov 2018 (News)
  But with young drivers facing four-figure premiums for insuring a modern car, what chance have they got of being able to run a classic? Thankfully, insurers are starting to offer bespoke insurance policies for younger drivers that don't cost the earth. What is classic car insurance for younger drivers? It means enthusiasts between 18 and 24 can get insured on a vehicle that’s more than 20 years of age.
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  450 Cars Racing at Castle Combe 16th - 17th June 9 Jun 2012 (News)
  The complex new machine should be amazing once sorted. Bath drivers Des Andrews and Guy Parr have their Megahart and Nemesis run by the Dursley based Wayne Poole Racing team. Josh Smith from Weston Super Mare is the lone 'Invitation' class driver in his Radical PR6. Simon Jones from Oldbury on Severn is one of a number of drivers with a very busy Saturday.
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  New Michelin Primacy 3 Premium Tyres: Are They 3 Ways Better? 21 Oct 2011 (News)
  The VUFO institute based at Dresden University runs what is probably the most comprehensive analysis of vehicle crashes in the world. It’s called the German In Depth Accident Database (GIDAS), so far based on 68,000,000 pieces of information gleaned from the study of 20,000 crashes over 3 years within a 50-kilometre radius of Dresden.
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  Sportscar Racing, Castle Combe, Monday 30th August 19 Aug 2010 (News)
  The quickest of the modifieds is Trowbridge's Mark Funnell in his unique Honda powered Lotus Exige, currently within three points of the overall title with just two rounds left to run. His only mathematical opposition in class is the Westfield SE of Bristol's Chris Child. In the Production class, Chepstow's David Jones has a slender lead overall with his Caterham, but has two very competitive opponents in similar machinery.
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  Electric vehicles best for short runs 16 Jun 2010 (News)
  A new study shows that the majority of journeys are less than five miles and ideal for electric car travel.
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  Volkswagen Milano Taxi conept unveiled 20 Apr 2010 (News)
  The Milano Taxi concept debuts a simple, clean appearance that draws inspiration from the classic Samba Bus from the 1950's as well as the current design language established by Walter de Silva (head of design, Volkswagen Group) and Klaus Bischoff, head of design, Volkswagen. Intricate headlights featuring integrated LED running lights frame a bonnet that, through the absence of a grille, is able to sweep down into the front bumper and create a bold, simple appearance. At the rear, the lights fit neatly into the window panel yet sit separately from a pair of 60:40 split doors.