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  Citroen model 'named most beautiful' 6 Feb 2009 (News)
  Overall Ferrari models received the most votes, but participants could not agree on which of the Italian manufacturer's machines was best, allowing the Citroen DS to drive away with the title of most beautiful classic. Commenting on the survey, editor of Classic & Sports Car James Elliott said: "The Citroen is a benchmark design, but we were still astonished that it came out on top when you look at the sexiness and values of some of its rivals.
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  Snow 'sees car insurance claims rise' 3 Feb 2009 (News)
  The group put the rise in the number of accidents down to the fact motorists in the UK are not used to driving in snowy and icy conditions. For this reason, the company advised people to avoid non-essential trips in the car. Director of AA Insurance Simon Douglas stated: "I would strongly urge drivers to think twice before setting out on their journey where there are severe weather conditions.
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  New car could be smart choice 15 Jan 2009 (News)
  In related motoring news , smart owner Nathan Kift recently drive his fortwo pulse coupe from Britain to Venice and back again to raise money for Gloucester Royal Hospital's Special Care Baby Unit. Are you buying or selling a car ?
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  Dancing champ praises Fiat 500 23 Dec 2008 (News)
  When asked about his recent successes, the actor said: "I recently got married, I've won Strictly Come Dancing and now I have one of my favourite cars to drive. "This is a fantastic finale to the year." Motorists keen to follow Chamber's example and purchase a Fiat 500 should be able to get their hands on one for less than £8,000.
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  Police 'will make life difficult for uninsured drivers' 12 Dec 2008 (News)
  He stated: "Our message is quite clear - you must ensure your vehicle is road legal otherwise you could end up losing it." Meanwhile, the same police force recently launched an anti drink-drive campaign, which is intended to reduce road accidents in the area over the festive season. If you want to know how to find the best deal for your car insurance , finance or warranty visit our car insurance calculator .
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  Road pricing 'does not work' 12 Dec 2008 (News)
  Commenting on congestion charges, spokesman Nigel Humphries said: "The whole idea of paying for using the roads, while we've already been taxed £45 billion, is disgraceful and can only make ... [driving] difficult." In related motoring news , the Department for Transport recently revealed it was considering introducing faster lanes for motorists prepared to pay for a quicker journey during rush hour.
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  Motorists 'are not full of festive cheer' 10 Dec 2008 (News)
  Katie Armitage, marketing manager at Motors.co.uk, commented: "It is no surprise that motorists find driving stressful over the Christmas season with the combination of bad weather, heavy traffic and being stuck with the family in a confined space." Meanwhile, an earlier poll by the same company found the Aston Martin DB9 Vanquish to be the most popular dream car among motorists in the UK.
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  Alfa Romeo celebrates latest model with James Bond Scalextric 5 Dec 2008 (News)
  Equipped with gadgets worth more than £3,000, the model also includes red Brembo brake callipers, sports dials with red background, black leather upholstery, Carbonio black metallic paint, lowered suspension and 19-inch alloy wheels. Anyone booking a test drive in the new car will be in with a chance of winning a James Bond Quantum of Solace Scalextric, which features the Alfa 159 Limited Edition alongside an Aston Martin DBS.
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  Lotus Carlton named best Vauxhall 2 Dec 2008 (News)
  Meanwhile, the survey also revealed the Monaro was the favourite Vauxhall vehicle from the last five years. With a 5.7-litre engine, the model was described as being a "rear-wheel drive muscle car". In related motoring news , following the pre-Budget report from Alistair Darling, Vauxhall announced it would be passing on the full 2.5 per cent cut in VAT to its customers.
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  Kia unveils latest eco-friendly development 24 Nov 2008 (News)
  Commenting on the company's work on eco-friendly cars, Hyun Soon Lee, president of research and development at Hyundai-Kia, said: "Entering this new phase of our programme is really exciting." He added: "The latest Borrego FCEV drives us closer to making fuel cell vehicles available for consumers." The model follows in the tyre tracks of Kia's previous environmental showcase car - the Sportage FCEV. Meanwhile, the manufacturer recently reported the c'eed had become the UK's best-selling estate, within a year of its launch in the UK.
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  Electric car company opens new retail outlet 29 Oct 2008 (News)
  People who are looking for car buying advice may be interested to hear an electric vehicle manufacturer is opening a retail outlet at Westfield shopping centre in Shepherds Bush, London. Nice Car Company has revealed shoppers will be able to book test drives and check out its range of models, including the MyCar and the Mega City. Co-founder of the firm Julian Wilford said the new mall was the ideal location for the group to promote its vehicles - as like the manufacturer's products - Westfield was stylish and would have a beneficial effect on the local environment.
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  Motorists who fail to check tyres 'are treading dangerously' 29 Oct 2008 (News)
  Chairman of TyreSafe Rob Beddis stated: "Accident rates tend to increase at the onset of winter, as many motorists continue to drive their cars on tyres with low or illegal tread depths." He added drivers with insufficient tread depths may find their tyres struggle to grip wet surfaces. Mr Beddis explained this can lead to longer stopping distances and accidents.
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  Alfa dealerships to start displaying new model next month 29 Oct 2008 (News)
  It claims the vehicle also features technology not usually seen on this class of car, including an electronic system which means the motor reacts to changes in driving style and conditions. Buyers will be able to order the model from next month and prices start from £10,975. Meanwhile, industry experts CAP have predicted the Alfa MiTo 1.3 JTDM Veloce will retain 47 per cent of its value after three years and 60,000 miles.
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  Satnavs 'popular with female motorists' 20 Oct 2008 (News)
  Of less concern were considerations such as green credentials and low fuel consumption. Meanwhile, when asked about their favourite features in the cars they were currently driving, some 46 per cent said their stereo made time behind the wheel a more pleasurable experience. In other motoring news , General Motors recently announced it was launching a campaign to highlight the benefits of using an approved bodyshop for accident repairs rather than risk a poor job by using untrained technicians.
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  Reports on August car sales 'taken out of context' 20 Oct 2008 (News)
  For those considering buying a used car, it suggested checking out the Peugeot 1007. Meanwhile, Parker's recently launched virtual test-drive video reviews on its website. To find the best deals around today visit Honest John best deals .
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  New Panda 'cements Fiat's green credentials' 30 Sep 2008 (News)
  In recent months, Fiat has also launched the family-friendly Panda Mamy and the four-wheel drive Panda Cross. Meanwhile, motorists looking at buying a car may also want to check out the Italian manufacturer's 500 model after it was voted best city car and top supermini by evecars.com last month.
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  Birth dates could be linked to car insurance claims 23 Sep 2008 (News)
  The firm cross-referenced two million car insurance claims, speeding offences and traffic misdemeanours with birthdays to find that dates of birth of motorists who are most likely to have an accident or driving conviction. "It was interesting to see those with more unusual birthdays like February 29th and December 24th featured in the top three of worst drivers and that some of the safer drivers are those born on the first of the month," comments elephant.co.uk managing director Brain Martin.
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  Traffic jams down 12 per cent on last year 26 Aug 2008 (News)
  Referring to the reduction in the average speed of vehicles on motorways, Trafficmaster's Georgina Read remarked: "One obvious explanation for this is that rising fuel prices and general economic concerns are making people think carefully about how they drive." Commenting on this, the RAC Foundation's head of campaigns Sheila Rainger suggested it is the first piece of "good news" for drivers in a while, amid "an otherwise bleak picture".
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  Jaguar XF claims further honours 26 Aug 2008 (News)
  Explaining why the XF was chosen ahead of the rest, evecars.com's editor Alex Jenner-Fust remarked: "Driving it is a real pleasure, whether you're on the school run or cruising to the south of France." She added that the seats are extremely comfortable, while its audio system "is easy to use".
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  'Many ways' for car insurance customers to save 31 Jul 2008 (News)
  Despite speculation from MoneyExpert that the cost of an average car insurance premium could rise by up to ten per cent by the end of the year, an expert has asserted that there are a number of ways in which drivers can save. Younger motorists may find that they can cut costs by opting to drive on their parents' car insurance policy, stated Peter Gerrard, head of car insurance at moneysupermarket.com. Price comparison sites may also be a useful tool for drivers looking to ensure that they are getting the best insurance deal, he added.