The Motoring News for August 2009
August 2009
The Alpine iXA-W407BT With iPhone Compatibility
The iPhone Compatible Alpine iXA-W407BT
Alpine Electronics, the industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media stations, have announced that it has launched the Alpine iXA-W407BT. the full story
Alpine Electronics, the industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media stations, have announced that it has launched the Alpine iXA-W407BT. the full story
Published on: 25th Aug 2009
The New iPod Compatible Clarion NX509E With GPS
Featuring a new advanced Graphical User Interface, Clarion - global leaders in mobile infotainment - has introduced a new range-leading multimedia and navigation unit, designed to be easier to use than ever before, despite a full spectrum of features. the full story
Featuring a new advanced Graphical User Interface, Clarion - global leaders in mobile infotainment - has introduced a new range-leading multimedia and navigation unit, designed to be easier to use than ever before, despite a full spectrum of features. the full story
Published on: 21st Aug 2009
The New iPod Compatible Clarion NX509E
Autoglym's New Surface Detailing Clay Kit
Autoglym's New Surface Detailing Clay Kit
Car care perfectionists can now achieve the ultimate showroom finish on their vehicle's paintwork using Autoglym's latest innovation - the 'Surface Detailing Clay Kit'. the full story
Car care perfectionists can now achieve the ultimate showroom finish on their vehicle's paintwork using Autoglym's latest innovation - the 'Surface Detailing Clay Kit'. the full story
Published on: 19th Aug 2009
Win A Classic Mini Cooper With Fords of Winsford
October 2009 marks the 50th birthday of Fords of Winsford and to celebrate, the UK's longest-established car supermarket is now giving away a classic Mini Cooper. The award-winning company can trace its roots back to October 1959 which is when Vernon Ford started selling cars from his Cheshire dairy farm. the full story
October 2009 marks the 50th birthday of Fords of Winsford and to celebrate, the UK's longest-established car supermarket is now giving away a classic Mini Cooper. The award-winning company can trace its roots back to October 1959 which is when Vernon Ford started selling cars from his Cheshire dairy farm. the full story
Published on: 14th Aug 2009
Scrappage Scheme Figures Released
New figures have been released showing that the Government's scrappage scheme has been a real success up and down the country, with orders reaching 154,927. The regional breakdowns, available for the first time, show that the scheme has proved popular with car buyers across the UK with take-up highest in the South East (18), the East of England (12), the North West (11) and South West (11). the full story
New figures have been released showing that the Government's scrappage scheme has been a real success up and down the country, with orders reaching 154,927. The regional breakdowns, available for the first time, show that the scheme has proved popular with car buyers across the UK with take-up highest in the South East (18), the East of England (12), the North West (11) and South West (11). the full story
Published on: 11th Aug 2009
Holiday Luggage and Top Box Securing Advice
The Highways Agency and the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) are reminding drivers to secure their luggage and top-boxes before setting out this summer, to avoid items falling into the road. In the last 12 months Highways Agency workers recovered a wide range of items from England's motorways, showing that people load their vehicles with everything up to and including the kitchen sink. the full story
The Highways Agency and the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) are reminding drivers to secure their luggage and top-boxes before setting out this summer, to avoid items falling into the road. In the last 12 months Highways Agency workers recovered a wide range of items from England's motorways, showing that people load their vehicles with everything up to and including the kitchen sink. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
Caravan Care and Maintenance Tips
It is estimated Britons will take 13 million caravan holidays this year, and Armor All, pioneers in the art of car care, are urging holidaymakers to hit the road safely and in style, by giving their vehicle the once over first. According to the National Caravan Council (NCC), an estimated 500,000 caravans are in regular use. the full story
It is estimated Britons will take 13 million caravan holidays this year, and Armor All, pioneers in the art of car care, are urging holidaymakers to hit the road safely and in style, by giving their vehicle the once over first. According to the National Caravan Council (NCC), an estimated 500,000 caravans are in regular use. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
Eurochem Automotive Cleaning Chemicals Sales Rise
Mid Wales based Eurochem's Managing Director Stuart Grimshaw has spearheaded an old fashioned marketing campaign and increased overall sales by 19 and taken back a market share of UK and international business by taking the time to send individually hand written sales letters to its database of new and existing company Principals. the full story
Mid Wales based Eurochem's Managing Director Stuart Grimshaw has spearheaded an old fashioned marketing campaign and increased overall sales by 19 and taken back a market share of UK and international business by taking the time to send individually hand written sales letters to its database of new and existing company Principals. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
The KTM X-BOW Power Upgrade
KTM X-BOW owners wishing to take the extraordinary performance of their 'Ready to Race' sportscar to the next level can now benefit from a significant power upgrade. Developed by engine tuning experts ABT Sportsline, the upgrade will raise the already-potent X-BOW's peak power to an impressive 300bhp (from 240bhp in standard tune) and boost torque to a formidable 400Nm (from 310Nm), lifting the vehicle's power-to-weight ratio to 380 bhp per tonne. the full story
KTM X-BOW owners wishing to take the extraordinary performance of their 'Ready to Race' sportscar to the next level can now benefit from a significant power upgrade. Developed by engine tuning experts ABT Sportsline, the upgrade will raise the already-potent X-BOW's peak power to an impressive 300bhp (from 240bhp in standard tune) and boost torque to a formidable 400Nm (from 310Nm), lifting the vehicle's power-to-weight ratio to 380 bhp per tonne. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
The KTM X-BOW
The Kumho Fortis SUV Chassis
The Kumho Fortis SUV
Kumho is a tyre manufacturer with a conscience. It produces millions of tyres for today's SUVs, but is acutely aware that such vehicles will have to change dramatically if they are to survive ever greener vehicular legislation. the full story
Kumho is a tyre manufacturer with a conscience. It produces millions of tyres for today's SUVs, but is acutely aware that such vehicles will have to change dramatically if they are to survive ever greener vehicular legislation. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
The 2009 MPG Marathon
The new Secretary of State for Transport Lord Adonis and Sadiq Khan, the DfT Minister responsible for environment and climate change, have both endorsed the 2009 ALD Automotive/TOTAL ECO 10 MPG Marathon in Coventry on 30th September and 1st October 2009. Conservative leader David Cameron has also supported the initiative by sending a message wishing participants "a successful event for what is a hugely important cause. "Both Ministers have sent letters of support for the ultimate two-day driving experiment, now in its 7th year, which is set to prove that motorists can save hundreds of pounds per year on their fuel bills irrespective of volatile pump prices. The Ministers have embraced the objectives of the event which, for the first time, is also focusing upon safer driving for business. The event, which is supported by Act on CO2 and the Energy Saving Trust, will take place over two days. the full story
The new Secretary of State for Transport Lord Adonis and Sadiq Khan, the DfT Minister responsible for environment and climate change, have both endorsed the 2009 ALD Automotive/TOTAL ECO 10 MPG Marathon in Coventry on 30th September and 1st October 2009. Conservative leader David Cameron has also supported the initiative by sending a message wishing participants "a successful event for what is a hugely important cause. "Both Ministers have sent letters of support for the ultimate two-day driving experiment, now in its 7th year, which is set to prove that motorists can save hundreds of pounds per year on their fuel bills irrespective of volatile pump prices. The Ministers have embraced the objectives of the event which, for the first time, is also focusing upon safer driving for business. The event, which is supported by Act on CO2 and the Energy Saving Trust, will take place over two days. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
TRACKER Recovers Stolen Cars Hidden in a Lorry
Two stolen vehicles have been found hidden inside a lorry in Chelmsford, Essex, thanks to the advanced Very High Frequency (VHF) technology used for TRACKER security devices. the full story
Two stolen vehicles have been found hidden inside a lorry in Chelmsford, Essex, thanks to the advanced Very High Frequency (VHF) technology used for TRACKER security devices. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
How To Save Money When Travelling
Stay-cationing families looking for value and convenience should look at alternatives to traditional rail travel this summer, according to Europcar, the UK's leading vehicle hire company. the full story
Stay-cationing families looking for value and convenience should look at alternatives to traditional rail travel this summer, according to Europcar, the UK's leading vehicle hire company. the full story
Published on: 6th Aug 2009
The Highways Agency Launches Its Summer Campaign Against Roadside Litter
The Highways Agency today launches its summer 'Bag it Bin it' campaign, with the support of the AA, the RAC Foundation and the Institute of Advanced Motorists, reminding road users about the problems that litter can cause on motorways and major A roads. For the Highways Agency, litter is not only unsightly but also a threat to the environment - a recent study by the AA showed that 88 of their members feel angry about people who cause roadside litter. the full story
The Highways Agency today launches its summer 'Bag it Bin it' campaign, with the support of the AA, the RAC Foundation and the Institute of Advanced Motorists, reminding road users about the problems that litter can cause on motorways and major A roads. For the Highways Agency, litter is not only unsightly but also a threat to the environment - a recent study by the AA showed that 88 of their members feel angry about people who cause roadside litter. the full story
Published on: 4th Aug 2009
