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Castle Combe to Become a Safari Park 1 Apr 2012 (News)
If the proposal proves successful, it's anticipated smaller and less dangerous animals could be put on display in other parts of the circuit, with a monkey enclosure at 'Westway' and mountain goats on the banking at 'Quarry' Corner. It is hoped to run a race within the next few years where all the cars are driven by monkeys, chimpanzees and baboons, though there is a rumour that this has heppened already. More at www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk -
HRDC Salutes the Achievements of Alan Mann at Castle Combe 26 Mar 2012 (News)
"Alan will be greatly missed by all in the racing fraternity, but especially so by all the friends and allies that he made latterly in the historic sector. Hopefully, in time, his son Henry will continue with Alan's plan to run the Alan Mann Racing Ford Prefect 107E in HRDC Touring Greats this season. It would never do to lose the evocative and inspiring sight of the Alan Mann Racing livery in historic racing. Because of Alan's universal popularity in the HRDC Paddock, it is therefore fitting that the HRDC dedicates all five of its races at Castle Combe to the memory of the many extraordinary achievements and the generosity of spirit that were the hallmarks of this great man." -
Mazda MX-5 GT to Take on Supercars in British GT Championship 22 Mar 2012 (News)
Sponsored by SMH Fleet Solutions, Mazda Financial Services and Jota Aviation, the Mazda MX-5 GT will compete in the GT4 class against Lotus, Aston Martin, Ginetta and Nissan. Following a development year in 2011, which saw the Mazda MX-5 GT run a successful campaign in the Britcar Production GTN Championship, the competitiveness of the car was forcefully demonstrated at the final race of the season at Brands Hatch. The nimble Mazda finished fifth overall, trading places with the more powerful Porsches, Ferraris and Lotus. -
BCA and Lex Autolease To Offer 500 Convertibles in Two Auctions 1 Mar 2012 (News)
. Nearly 900 vehicles will be offered in simultaneous sales events at BCA Belle Vue Manchester and BCA Blackbushe, alongside an online ‘Bid Now’ sale of 50 convertibles which also runs over the Friday and Saturday. Robert Sturley, Southern Area Auction Manager for Lex Autolease said: “Lex Autolease leads the industry with remarketing initiatives and this event will be the first to offer convertibles at two locations simultaneously. Buyers will get every opportunity to bid on both the cars at their location and those 200 miles away, via streamed video on a big screen”. -
Santa Pod European Finals 8th-11th of September 25 Aug 2011 (News)
Come and join us for the entire weekend and watch some real drama play out live in front of you." The FIA/UEM European Finals run over the entire weekend of the 8th-11th of September at Santa Pod Raceway, Northampton. For more information, please click to www.santapod.com or call 01234 782828. -
Hyundai i10 Blue Down to £7,299 From Motorpoint 8 Jul 2011 (News)
That is why it is so important we strive to save our customers money by offering these incredibly efficient cars at an affordable price. These Hyundais are also really cheap to run. Everything about them is geared to making them eco-friendly – including the tyres.” Motorpoint is one of the UK’s leading car supermarket. Motorpoint sold 44,000 cars and commercial vehicles in 2010. -
Cut Price Chevrolets For Summer 2 Jul 2011 (News)
Chevrolet is running some scorching summer offers on some of its most popular retail models, with massive savings of up to £2,000 across the range, including on the new Captiva and Orlando models. There are also some hugely attractive monthly payment contract hire plans, meaning owning a Chevrolet has never been more affordable. -
Something Off Almost Everything From KIA 1 Jul 2011 (News)
VAT cut to 7 per cent across the cee'd family range (excluding VR-7) £2000 off Rio and Venga models with the 7 Year Switch programme £500 Loyalty offers for existing Picanto owners purchasing a new Picanto £1500 off Sorento and Carens £1000 off Soul ‘Echo' KIA Motors UK Limited has today announced a comprehensive series of offers that will run at all KIA dealerships until the end of September. The number seven is most often associated with KIA due to its industry-leading seven year warranty. Throughout quarter three, KIA has reduced the level of VAT that customers pay on the cee'd range of vehicles down to just seven per cent - representing a 13 per cent saving. -
SEAT to Build Audi Q3 22 Mar 2011 (News)
Minister Mena thanked SEAT and the Volkswagen Group for their ongoing commitment to Catalonia, demonstrated most recently with the decision to produce the Audi Q3 at Martorell. The training agreement falls within the Forma i Contracta (‘Train and Hire’) programme run by the Catalan Employment Service (SOC). The programme covers 100% of the cost of training in exchange for a commitment to offer at least 60% of those trainees who successfully complete the course a contract of not less than six months’ duration. -
New Van CO2 Limits From 2014 20 Feb 2011 (News)
As well as employing a combination of Stop & Start technology and EGC gearboxes to optimise fuel efficiency, reduce noise and emissions, Peugeot is phasing in Euro 5 FAP engines right across the range, helping reduce running costs and bringing even its largest Expert and Boxer vans right up to date with regards to tailpipe emissions. More at Peugeot -
Renault Launches Seriously Cut Price Bizu Range 20 Jan 2011 (News)
On top of its attractive, recently-lowered prices by up to £2,000 on many of its most popular versions, Renault has launched an exciting new limited edition, Bizu, to tempt customers looking for even greater value for money. Available until June, the limited edition versions run across the Twingo, Clio, Mégane and Scénic ranges, with austerity measure-busting prices up to £3,870 lower than the entry-level versions of the same model. The Twingo 1.2 16V 75 for example, is available for only £6,595, a full £2,300 lower than the standard Expression. -
Another Outstanding Aston Martin in Barons October Auction 27 Sep 2010 (News)
Although not an intriguing restoration project like the 1958 car, it nevertheless presents a fabulous opportunity for an enthusiast to acquire a very beautiful piece of iconic British machinery that has barely been run-in in almost six decades.” For further information or to consign a car to the October 26th sale, please contact Barons on 08454 30 60 60, email info@barons-auctions.com or visit www.barons-auctions.com -
Update on Hyundai ix35 waiting lists 14 Sep 2010 (News)
It's used in a number of big-selling Hyundai and Kia models, with the Korean plant that produces it (the engines are then shipped to the Czech Republic where the ix35 is built) running at full capacity. Hyundai buyers haven't faced long waiting lists in the same way that customers of BMW, Volkswagen and Audi have up until now, which means the recent waits for an ix35 have taken buyers by surprise. -
August sees a 17 per cent drop in new car sales 6 Sep 2010 (News)
The market for new ‘60' plate cars is expected to decline by around 10% in September, from 367,929 units last year. The market is forecast to slow from the current annual running rate of 2.146 million units to 2.018 million units by the end of the year. Over the first seven months of 2010 the market remains 13.2% above 2009 with private and fleet volumes up by a similar amount. -
Vauxhall offers Corsa for less than £8000 makes other models more affordable 15 Jul 2010 (News)
Between the 17th and 31st July, Vauxhall will be running special offers under the name of the Big Summer Vauxhall Countdown. For just those 14 days, Vauxhall Retailers will be offering special deals, including the Corsa S 1.0-litre 3dr for £7995 when combined with its Swappage Support scheme. -
RenaultSport 2010 Trackday Calender 23 Mar 2010 (News)
The UK accounts for more sales of the French marque’s high-performance Renaultsport models than anywhere else in the world. As a result, the popular Renaultsport trackdays have been running since 2002 in the UK. This year’s trackday calendar, heavily subsidised by Renault, takes in two of the country’s best-known race circuits - Silverstone and Oulton Park, plus there’s the chance to join Renaultsport’s annual trackday foray to foreign shores with a trip to the world-famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium or, for the more time-pressed thrill-seeker, an evening track session at Bedford Autodrome. -
Savings of up to £5,000 in Ford Spring Sale 11 Feb 2010 (News)
The sporty and technology-rich Zetec series represents the heartland of market leader Ford's car sales. Vehicle scrappage incentives – extended last week to March 31 – running parallel to Ford's VAT offset offer triggered the need to clarify the discounts available to customers. Lower prices are for orders confirmed by March 31, and for registration by June 30. -
Revealed: The UK's top 24 technicians 27 Jan 2010 (News)
The winner will receive the prestigious title of Top Technician 2010 along with a prize package worth nearly £12,000. The final 24 candidates still in the running are: Mark Chandler, Sherlodge Garage, Kent Stuart White, Complete Car Maintenance Oakwood, Surrey David Hirst, D J Hirst Motor Engineers, Kent John Tinham, John Tinham Motor Engineer, Essex Glyn Morgan, Breckland Auto Services, Norfolk Nick Cresswell, N C Motors, Essex Anthony Welch, AGW Mobile Mechanic, Worcs Paul Gutsell, Guy Salmon Jaguar (Gatwick) Timothy Owen, Buyrite Tyres, Newton Abbot Barry Letts, Scotthall Hampshire BMW Russell Gaizley, Motorcare, London Martyn Sheen, Robert Eardley & Son, Coppenhall Garage, Crewe Mike Harding, Harding Auto Services, Surrey Murdo Macleod, Ace Tuning, Lossiemouth Quinn Lawman, Barkway Service Station, Hertfordshire David Pullan, Carmaster, Harrogate Richard Perriman, Martin Pilley Services, Hampshire Phil Huelin, Goodwins Garage, St Helier, Jersey Chris Semper, Chris Semper Motor Services, Wrexham Steve Smith, Charles Clark Toyota, Wolverhampton Gareth Edwards, Gwyndaf Evans Motors, Gwynedd LL55 2BD Mark Harris, Inchcape Honda Romford, Essex John French, Grovebury Cars, Leighton Buzzard, Beds Anthony Wiggins, Islington Motors, Wiltshire *Congratulations also to David Goodman of DK Autos in Essex who made it into the top 24 but was unable to attend the regional heat Top Technician 2010 is sponsored by Blue Print, Comma Oil & Chemicals, Delphi, Euro Car Parts, Lemforder and Motor Codes. -
Hyundai i10 Now a Top 10 Seller 6 Aug 2009 (News)
” With only around half of the government’s scrappage funds still available, many buyers are realising that time may be running out and orders are still flooding in at Hyundai showrooms across the country. Tony Whitehorn said: “A decade ago, August was the biggest month of the year for new car registrations. That means that there are thousands of scrappage-eligible cars which are due their MoT this month. -
Alfa/FIAT Residuals Hugely Improved in BCA Auction 28 Jul 2009 (News)
Fiat & Alfa Romeo Remarketing Manager Simon Wheeler commented “We were delighted with the performance of our products at the sale making this the forth month running we have achieved exceptional results in a major closed auction environment. The values achieved were very impressive reflecting the ever growing demand for Fiat Group product in the used car market.