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  PCP finance investigated by claims lawyers 21 Jul 2016 (News)
  With the volume of Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) cases drying up, claims lawyers are said to be now turning their focus to car finance, specifically the Personal Contract Purchase (PCP). In 2015, more than one million cars were funded by PCPs and – it is claimed – that many could have been mis-sold with car dealers providing insufficient or misleading advice.  The mis-selling potential currently being investigated by PPI claims lawyers surrounds two key areas: Too few car owners taking out a PCP are being warned that, over the term of the loan, they would be paying considerably more in interest than they would if they purchased their vehicle under a hire purchase (HP) agreement.
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  Mercedes-Benz hosts massive 120-year birthday display: Techno-Classica 2014 31 Mar 2014 (News)
  The display raised the standard of Essen's show-stands up to those of the international new car events, and sets a high bar for rival manufacturers to aim at in 2015. The display was intended to showcase outstanding innovations in racing technology. More than 30 racing cars from the past 120 years were shown on the 4800 square-metre exhibition stand, the most valuable coming from Mercedes-Benz Classic's amazing collection, ably supported by the official owners' clubs.
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  Planned rise in fuel duty has been scrapped 5 Dec 2012 (News)
  In his statement, Osborne confirmed that government will also revisit the Budget 2012 decision to cut Company Car Tax rates for low carbon vehicles, and will look to support to consumer incentives beyond 2015. Simon Best, chief executive of the Institure of Advanced Motorists said: 'Cancelling the rise in fuel duty will help to keep Britain's economy moving. It's not just good news for motorists - from supermarket food deliveries to life-saving emergency services, the nation depends on its roads.
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  Haynes launches step-by-step online workshop videos 25 Sep 2017 (News)
  Prices start at £2.99 to see one job or £9.99 to see all the jobs for one vehicle for one year. Some very basic jobs, such as changing an air filter on a Ford Focus, are free. The 1500 videos available cover 100 makes and models with at least 15 jobs per car. Jobs include replacing sparkplugs and tail lights, through to changing starter motors and thermostats.
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  Masters Pre-66 Touring Cars grid set for MGLive! 5 Apr 2017 (News)
  . Broken down into several classes, visitors will get the chance to see BMW 2002s, Alfa Romeos, Lotus Cortinas, Ford Falcons and Mustangs battling it out against the ever-competitive Mini Coopers. All of the MG Car Club’s seven championships will also be in attendance with some iconic MGs on show. MGBs, MG T-types and more modern MGFs and MG ZRs are just a few of the cars that spectators can expect to see across the weekend.
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  Aston replica triumphs at Goodwood sale 21 Mar 2017 (News)
  James Knight, group motoring chairman at Bonhams, said, ‘Cars with significant historical and racing provenance were the most popular lots of the day, such as Captain Sir Malcolm Campbell’s 1913 Talbot 15hp, which achieved £169,500.’ Rally car enthusiasts were spoilt for choice at the sale. An ex-Alan Mann 1968 Ford Escort Twin Cam competition saloon made £203,100 and a 1997 Subaru Impreza 22B-STi Limited Edition went for a world-record breaking £113,500. 1968 Ford Escort Twin Cam competition saloon sold for £203,100.  A 1903 Clément 12/16hp 4-cylinder Rear-entrance Tonneau car which sold to a bidder in the room for £281,500 after a lengthy exchange.
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  New van market recovers to post 20-year high in November 5 Dec 2016 (News)
  However, with 216,000 large vans already registered, the 2.5 to 3.5 tonne segments remains the bedrock of all commercial vehicles sold in the UK.   Ford continues to top the sales charts, selling more vans and pick-ups than Volkswagen and Vauxhall combined. Ford registered 106,419 vans and pick-ups from January to November 2016, while Volkswagen and Vauxhall achieved a respective 41,900 and 35,317 over the same period. 
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  Maserati 3500 GT sells for £117,600 at Anglia Car Auctions 16 Jun 2015 (News)
  With 263 classic vehicles on offer, the matching numbers exhumed Maserati was just one of 190 lots sold. Other estimate busters included a genuine 59,000 miles 1987 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth barn find, with an estimate of £15-20,000. The hammer eventually went down at £47,250, including premium. 1987 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth barn findsold for £47,250 A two-owner 1967 250 selling at the higher end of its estimate at £81,900 including premium, while a 1957 190SL rested at the lower end, selling at £61,950 plus premium.
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  Group B to star at the Donington Historic 13 Apr 2014 (News)
  Together with Sunbeam Tigers, a full range of classic rally cars will be put through their paces, including Mini Coopers, Austin-Healeys and Ford Escorts. And, of course, with the Festival’s open paddock, spectators will be able to get a really good look at all the rally cars as well as the more than 400 historic racing cars, spanning seven decades, which are due to compete at the event.
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  Buyers not put off by economic climate 25 Feb 2011 (News)
  We have listed lots of cars on our website with more than the £4,000 average saving achieved last year, the Ford Focus is a good example with over £5,300 off and we are still able to obtain £10,000 discount off a new Volvo XC90 Executive," he added.
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  Autofinders Latest Top 10 Deals 17 Jun 2010 (News)
    Nissan Pixo 1.0i 12v N-Tec £7295 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 SXi 3dr £9495 Hyundai Santa fe Premium 2.2 d 4WD 7 seater £20995 Nissan Micra 1.2 16v N Tec 5 door only £7795 Citroen C1 splash with air con just £6995 Citroen C1 VTR+ 3dr £7195 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Studio 3dr £8995 Nissan Note 1.4 16v N-tec £9995 Honda CRV 2.2 Dtec ES £21995 Mazda MX5 Roadster Sport tech 2.0i £18995   Find the link here: www.autofinders.co.uk/top10.php   All cars are BRAND NEW UK supplied vehicles and prices shown are fully inclusive of all on the road charges and VAT at the current rate.
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  Motorpoint bucks car sales trend again 8 Oct 2008 (News)
  The most popular vehicle being bought by customers’ remains the hatchback – with the Vauxhall Astra, Fiat Grande Punto, Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus and Vauxhall Corsa continuing to prove extremely popular with buyers looking to save up to 50% on current list prices. In addition, people are increasingly turning to in-house car finance to fund their, with in one in three sales using Boomerang - Motorpoint’s innovative Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) plan.
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  Multipla Used Car of The Year 2002 11 Aug 2001 (News)
  Best Used MPV: FIAT Multipla, followed by Ford Galaxy and Renault Scenic. Best Used Executive Car: BMW 5-Series, followed by Mercedes E-Class and SAAB 9-5. Best Used Luxury Car: Audi A8, followed by Lexus LS400 and Jaguar XJ8 3.2 Sport.
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  Honest John’s January deals 31 Jan 2014 (News)
  Here’s our round up of the latest discounts to save you £££££s.  Click here for our full Money Saving section Friday 31 January RED Driving School has an introductory offer for new learners, which means you can get two driving lessons for the price of one , plus free theory test training. 

  Historics 25th November 2017 auction at Mercedes Benz World Results 28 Nov 2017 (News)
  f=001Ife6zVqcaB990cVMk0E0D8ApSe67ftQpdKdqRPIJprXRXeY9c01ViuLZeNvAtiiRkcVn8igdzmrPbNtZhHDOnbLOOa8nVSlh9ywMd0RXLOA9lBGJQ4qR48Sqduvj6PZGu4d1-Fjj7pR4yU4SjgqlKL766OaQd1n8uChobjZOM6z483uZgBxOfGHvtAL0O-zApbEwI1lvE8X0bwo4AeNFyK4WZCYam9YyPwj9eXzUL5wHjs3J6X4zgVqcDmQZFFMp&c=VljQE0yoYybGcZx6QagoetE8tUOgmb96M2AOEaXpac80NWx0lOzWWA==&ch=fgnTFnmJ7xeJ2cMOEt9atqlgzu42yQR2fGmFkqna-gXqLvPcztzSEw==">Lot 252 1964 Morris Minor Cooper S £41,440 sold

  Focus ST Now From £14,595 31 Jan 2006 (News)
  SAVE £4000 ON UK LIST PRICE Subaru Impreza 2006 MODEL WRX 2.5 4-dr from £15,795. SAVE £5000 ON UK LIST PRICE New Ford Focus ST 2.5 225bhp 6-speed 3-dr from £14,595. All cars supplied with 3 year manufacturer’s warranty. These deals and many more at www.newcarsonline.co.uk
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  Hot Hatches at Cool Prices 20 Jun 2005 (News)
  Renault Clio 182 including cup suspension and spoiler pack £12500 Save £3030 Ford Fiesta ST150 £11200 Save £2395 Visit www.new-car-discount.com for more great offers Call 08703 500144 or E-mail sales@new-car-discount.com to enquire
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  Jaguar announces new X Type 1 Nov 2000 (News)
  This four-wheel-drive four-door saloon car will have 2.5 litre and 3.0 litre V6 engines derived from the 24 valve Ford V6 and will compete against the new Audi A4, the BMW 3 Series, the Mercedes Benz C Class, the Volvo S60 and the Lexus IS200. More under 'Jaguar X Type' in the Car by Car Breakdown.
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  Toyota and Vauxhall price cuts 15 Oct 2000 (News)
  Land Cruiser Colorados are down £2,500. And Amazons are down £3,000. Vauxhall responded to Ford by introducing a three year warranty and price cuts bringing an Astra 1.6i Club 5-door with a/c down to £11,295.
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  Toyota comes up with a compact, self-contained hydrogen fuel station 5 Apr 2019 (News)
  Specifications 2 Hydrogen production capacity (max.) 99Nm 3 /day (8.8 kg/day) Storage volume 72.18Nm 3 Hydrogen purity 99.97% Hydrogen filling pressure 35MPa Hydrogen generation method Alkaline water electrolysis method 1 SimpleFuel™ is a product of and jointly manufactured by IVYS Energy Solutions and PDC Machines in the U.S.