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  Volkswagen showcases car auto-pilot 23 Jun 2011 (News)
  The system uses a combination of radar, sonar, and video sensors along with driver based parameters. When activated it allows the car to automatically adjust its speed to a that of the car in front, its lane position based on road markings, and the appropriate speed based. It won’t break speed limits, either. Drivers must still pay attention, though, because it’s not a fool proof system.
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  VW Touran Match 'is high-spec model' 29 Jul 2009 (News)
  In other motoring news , Volkswagen recently announced it is to launch a BlueMotion version of its new Golf. Buyers interested in the car will be looking at paying a minimum of £17,165. Are you buying or selling a car ? Click here to find out what Honest John has to say.
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  British drivers 'lack car knowledge' 19 May 2008 (News)
  Many drivers in the UK do not understand their cars as well as they would like, according to a new survey. Nearly four in ten motorists do not understand dashboard lights and warnings, while 47 per cent say they have a poor knowledge of engines, the poll by Britannia Rescue discovered.
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  Renault Megane Prices save up to £3604 5 Mar 2005 (News)
  For more details visit www.new-car-discount.com or telephone 0870 3500 144
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  Happy Birthday: Jaguar XJ40 7 Oct 2016 (News)
  By 1984, Jaguar Cars Ltd was a separate entity, and a private equity company. The XJ40 was near the end of its development. Its new AJ6 engine had already been introduced in 3.6-litre form in the revised XJ-S coupe, and the company’s entire future hopes were pinned on the success of its new car.
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  Week's Best Deals at 10th July 10 Jul 2005 (News)
  Standard features include air conditioning, front fog lamps, colour-keyed electrically adjustable door mirrors and front, front side and (except on estate models) curtain airbags. From 1 July Eclipse Black joins Silver Steel, Carlo Blue and Silver Fern in the Avensis Colour Collection range.
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  Volvo extends range of its EVs 17 Jul 2011 (News)
  Volvo Car Corporation is now taking the next step in the company's electrification strategy by producing test cars with Range Extenders - electric cars that are fitted with a combustion engine to increase their effective range.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 17 14 Jun 2013 (News)
  We spotted a fuming crew member of the Citroen DS having navigation problems driving the lift to the superb dinner tonight… never mind the lift buttons, the Citroen in the car park is showing signs of another hydraulic issue, this time the front is stuck in maximum height mode. Car 3, the Model T Ford of Nicky Bailey, continues to trundle along, but the driver reckons it's down on performance… he blames a batch of poor petrol.
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  Brooklands Classics Day 24th July 2016 Gallery 24 Jul 2016 (News)
  I first met Rockin' Roy and his '59 Pontiac Bonneville back in 1992, just after he'd bought the car, so it was fantastic to see him and his car again 24 years later, still in the same fantastic condition. All steel full fendered '32 Ford 5 window coupes like this sell for upwards of $40,000 in the States so it was good to see this one, slammed at the front and mildly hot rodded with Edelbrock heads and a twin carb manifold.
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  Ford's Carr-to-Car hook-up showcases new technology 12 Oct 2011 (News)
  Although Jimmy and Jay were 6000 miles apart, they were brought together from the front seats of two Focuses using Ford’s Wi-Fi-enabled SYNC system. It uses an external USB broadband modem, plugged into the vehicle’s media system, effectively turning it into a rolling Wi-Fi hot spot.
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  New Suzuki Alto Qualifies for £70 VED 17 Jan 2003 (News)
  The car is 3,495mm long by 1,475mm wide by 1,455 high. Prices are £5,995 for the GL 5 door 5-speed manual and £6,745 for the 3-speed auto. Warranty is 3 years or 60,000 miles. Power steering, driver and passenger airbags, front electric windows, central locking, rev counter and radio/cassette player are all standard.
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  Extra Day’s Viewing for Historics 23rd November Auction at Mercedes Benz World 15 Nov 2019 (News)
  It features AMG’s hand built dry sup 6.2 litre naturally aspirated V8 with 571HP giving a 0-60 of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 197mph. This RHD car is black on black and with optional memory package, AMG performance steering wheel, tyre pressure monitors, adjustable suspension, heated and electronically operated seats and blind spot assist. Breath-taking performance and estimated at £100,000 to £125,000.
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  Volkswagen celebrates Golf's heritage 19 Oct 2016 (News)
  Today, more than 6.99 million Golfs have been sold – something that Volkswagen’s head of design, Klaus Bischoff, attributes to the car’s tried-and-tested looks. Bischoff said, ‘The main design elements of the Golf Mk1 were the side profile with its upright, solid C-pillar; the distinctive wheel arches; and the horizontal front with the slim grille and downwardly protruding head- lights – present to this very day in every Golf.’ These are stylistic features of the most successful compact car design in the world – and you can be sure you’ll see them when the new car is unveiled in November.
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  Get in to affordable classic motorsport with the MG Car Club 13 Mar 2015 (News)
  There are seven championships and two series that offer competitors the opportunity to experience a variety of racing disciplines from modern front-wheel drive hot hatches through to traditional, rear-wheel driver sports cars.   Not only is the club’s racing affordable, it also offers access to some of Britain’s best-loved circuits with the likes of Brands Hatch, Silverstone and Donington all featuring on the Club’s packed calendar.
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  Toyota iQ 'offers tardis-like qualities' 18 Nov 2008 (News)
  The firm claimed the car's asymmetrical dashboard - which was made possible due to a smaller-than-usual air conditioning unit - allowed it to free up more space for the front passenger. It stated, in comparison to the Toyota Yaris, there is an extra 130 mm of legroom.
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  Motorpoint Star Deals to 9th October 4 Oct 2008 (News)
  Only £14,999 – a saving of £6,873 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Bags, Alloy Wheels, CD player, Central Locking, Climate Control, Cruise Control, Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows, Electric Heated Seats, Electric Sun Roof, Leather Trim, Metallic Paint and Traction Control. 30.1 MPG (combined) Sports Cars VW Golf 2.0T GTI 5dr Manual. 08 Reg. Only 11 miles at £16,499 – a saving of £4,416 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Bags, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Central Locking, Climate Control, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors, Power Steering and Traction Control. 35.3 MPG (combined) Seat Leon 2.0 16v T FSI FR 5dr Manual. 07 Reg.
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  Porsche to celebrate 40 years of the 924 at NEC classic motor show 27 Sep 2016 (News)
  Porsche Cars GB returns to the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, held from 11-13 November at Birmingham’s NEC, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 924, the first of its transaxle models. The 924 and the other front-engined transaxle models sparked a generation of sports cars that were a complete change for the company, which had previously focused entirely on the 911 and its rear-engine layout.
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  200bhp for £15,995 4 Jul 2001 (News)
  With power transmitted through a 6-speed close-ratio manual gearbox, the Civic Type-R gets to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds and has a top speed of 146 mph. To distinguish it from other British built three-door Civics it will have 17in wheels, front and rear spoilers which reduce both lift and drag, mesh-type front grille and reduced ride height. Interior treatment includes competition-style seats, white instrument faces, alloy gear knob, leather steering wheel with red stitching and metallic colour trim for the centre console and door inserts.
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  Revamped Peugeot city car hits UK showrooms 30 Jan 2009 (News)
  Peugeot's revamped 107 city car has been launched in the UK. Drivers looking for a new three or five door car with low CO2 emissions and high fuel economy may be interested in the 107, which produces 106 g/km and can manage 62.7 mpg.
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  04 Reg Golf 1.6 Final Edition: Only £10,695 26 Feb 2004 (News)
  www.motorprovider.co.uk has Volkswagen Golf IV 1.6 Final Edition models, Brand New UK Supplied, with 5 Doors, ABS, Air Bags, Air-Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, CD player, Front Fog Lights and Darkened Rear Lenses for just £10,695. Door to Door Delivery Service Available, Finance packages available, Part Exchange Welcome. Phone for Full Specification details. www.motorprovider.co.uk is a Car Supermarket and Dealer Supplier NOW SELLING DIRECT TO THE PUBLIC which can SAVE YOU THOUSANDS against main dealer prices.