Fords BlueCruise – UK government ministers have approved Fords BlueCruise® “hands off, eyes on” technology for certain UK motorways. The Technology is available on Fords flagship model Mustang Mach-E SUV; and can control steering acceleration and braking as well as […]
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Mercedes Sales Down Again
February 2023 Update Mercedes Benz’s overall February 2023 sales are down by 36.42% compared to this time last year, according to the latest SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) registration figures, this is within a buoyant market, enjoying a […]
Peugeot 308 R HYbrid offers thrills
This head-turner is the Peugeot 308 R HYbrid which is a concept car due to be unveiled at the Shangai motor show but could be seen on our streets. Based on the popular compact Peugeot 308 family hatchback, the concept […]
Jaguar XF: Car on a wire [Video]
Jaguar has launched its new XF model with a spectacular world-record-beating drive across water suspended on two 34mm wires. British stunt man Jim Dowdall, whose movies including Bond, Bourne and Indiana Jones, drove the all-new Jaguar XF 240 metres across […]
New MG6 launches in April
MG is launching an improved new MG6 to boost the brand’s remarkable revival, as MG became the fastest-growing car brand in the UK in 2014. The 1.9-litre DTi-TECH diesel engine has been developed to give lower CO2 levels and improved […]
Electric Avenue: Nissan’s community experiment results
The all-electric Nissan LEAF has converted participants to the benefits of electric cars in trials across the UK, where groups of neighbours leased the LEAF and ran it over 18 months. My Electric Avenue, an Ofgem-supported project, tested whether local […]
Skoda Superb prices and spec unveiled
Full pricing and specifications have been announced for the all-new Skoda Superb. The model gained a lot of favourable attention at the recent Geneva Motor Show, and it has the clean and sleek lines that will appeal to buyers who […]
Ford Focus RS makes its debut
The new Ford Focus RS has made its debut at the Geneva motor show and potential owners will be impressed with its fun-to-drive experience and its advanced performance technologies. This will be the third generation of the Focus RS and […]
VW Passat is European Car of the Year
The new Volkswagen Passat has won the “European Car of the Year” for 2015. The winner was announced to coincide with the Geneva International Motor Show. “We are extremely proud of this accolade,” said Prof. Martin Winterkorn, CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, at the […]
New Honda Civic Type R revealed in Geneva
2015 sees the arrival of the world’s most keenly anticipated hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R. The Type R features an all-new, direct-injected turbocharged 2.0 litre VTEC TURBO petrol engine, delivering class leading power, torque and performance figures. Peak power output […]
2016 Range Rover Evoque unveiled
Land Rover will unveil its 2016 Evoque at the Geneva Motor show in March. Now its fastest-selling model, the Range Rover Evoque features a comprehensive range of new design features and technologies to reinforce its status as the market leader. […]
New Hyundai i20 revealed
Hyundai Motor UK has today announced pricing and specifications for the New Generation i20 Coupe. Prices start at £12,725 for the entry level SE, with standard features such as: 16″ alloy wheels; Bluetooth connectivity; cruise control with speed limiter; rear […]
Peugeot 208 gets an update
Three years after its launch, the Peugeot 208 – the brand’s best-selling model – benefits from a substantial upgrade to enhance and boost its appeal. The new 208 has been finessed in many key areas; with more assertive new styling, […]
New Skoda Superb revealed
The new Skoda Superb offers generous dimensions, innovative safety assistance systems, a focus on the environment and comfort, plus powerful EU6 engines. Skoda’s ‘Simply Clever’ features have moved the brand’s flagship to the upper end of the automotive mid-class. Skoda CEO […]