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Citroen DS3 in Yves Saint Laurent tie-in

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A version of the Citroen DS3 has been decked out in the colours and brand image of fashion design house Yves Saint Laurent. Read more...

Lexus LS 600h revisions

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Lexus full hybrid LS 600h limousine has been revised with new advanced technology and extra passenger comfort for 2010. Read more...

Nissan electric car to be built in UK

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Nissan has announced plans to build the Leaf electric car at its plant in Sunderland, UK. Read more...

Fines for leaving engines running?

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Nearly half of people agree with plans to fine drivers who leave their engines running unnecessarily. Read more...

New maps for TomTom cover desert

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The TomTom company's latest map release includes more than 100 new or updated maps. Read more...

Volkswagen creates R division

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The sporty new R division will be responsible for Volkswagen's hottest models in the future. Read more...

Lexus LFA to take on the 'Ring

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Two production Lexus LFA supercars are to compete in Germany's legendary Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race this coming May. Read more...

Nissan Murano going diesel

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A diesel version of the Nissan Murano crossover SUV is being offered for the first time. Read more...

Drink drive myths exposed

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Urban myths of how to beat a breathalyser continue to linger, despite the ongoing prosecution of drink drivers. Read more...

BMW 5 Series Touring in full

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

BMW has revealed pictures and images of the 4th generation 5 Series Touring. Read more...

Lotus returns to IndyCar

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Lotus-Cosworth has returned to the U.S. IndyCar Series. Read more...

Kia reveals next Magentis

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The next generation Kia Magentis is poised to make its world premiere next month at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. Read more...

40 years of the Citroen SM

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The classic Citroen SM high performance coupé is celebrating its 40th birthday. Read more...

Alfa Romeo MiTo MultiAir arrives

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Alfa Romeo MiTo is now hitting our roads equipped with Fiat Group's innovative MultiAir engines. Read more...

Would you report an elderly driver?

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

73 per cent of people would report elderly friends or relatives to the authorities if they had concerns over their driving standards. Read more...

Road works face new rules

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

All road works will need to be clearly signed and meet strict rules on safety, under new plans published this week by Transport Minister Sadiq Khan. Read more...

Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The latest Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition continues the company tradition of track-to-street technology transfer. Read more...

Crowds to watch F1 at Brooklands

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Mercedes-Benz World at the Brooklands site in Surrey is to screen every F1 race this season for visiting fans. Read more...

Lexus introducing F-Sport models

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Premium marque Lexus is introducing a sporty new grade to the IS range for the 2010 model year. Read more...

Surrey named 'UK pothole capital'

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Surrey has been named as the pothole capital of the UK in the Kia Motors UK Pothole Survey. Read more...

'Simply Ford' at Beaulieu

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The first 'Simply Ford' event at the Beaulieu National Motor Museum takes place on Sunday 2nd May. Read more...

Hard-up motorists skip servicing

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of hard-up motorists are putting themselves at risk by failing to take their cars in for their annual services - because they can't afford the cost. Read more...

New car CO2 emissions falling

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Average new car CO2 emissions fell by their biggest ever margin last year, according to new research. Read more...

Proton reveals green EMAS concepts

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Malaysian car manufacturer Proton unveiled a series of concept cars at the recent Geneva Motor Show. Read more...

Accelerator problems dog Toyota

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Some Toyota owners in the USA have reported unintended acceleration - after receiving the accelerator pedal recall remedies. Read more...

Citroen DS3 iPhone app

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Citroen has released a new DS3 configuration application for the Apple iPhone & iPod Touch. Read more...

Luxgen of Taiwan to launch

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

An all-new automotive brand from Taiwan called Luxgen is set to launch onto the world stage. Read more...

Vauxhall ready to beatbox

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Custom microphones at the ready - as Vauxhall prepares for this summer's UK Beatbox Championships. Read more...

Surprise GQbyCITROEN concept car

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Citroen has teamed up with men's magazine GQ to create a one-of-a-kind concept car, the GQbyCITROEN. Read more...

Rental firms order electric fleets

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Two major car rental firms have ordered electric cars from Renault-Nissan for addition to their fleets. Read more...