The Motoring News for February 2005
February 2005
People trying to sell their cars privately are asking more than double the vehicles real market value according to research from used car database, Cardata. the full story
One third (30) of all young drivers have driven without insurance and 13 think it is acceptable to drive without insurance because ‘it doesn’t harm anyone’, according to the RAC Foundation and Max Power revealing the results of a new survey today (24th February 2005). the full story
A Sorry Tale Of Pets, Puffing, Chavs And Prangs If you inflict smoking, pets and prang-ridden parking upon your car, you could be wiping as much as 15 off its value to a potential buyer. the full story
More women want top performance from their motors too says Hyperformance. A new breed of racy women are demanding more performance from their motors and seeking out the models that can deliver says Hyperformance, the leading independent motor insurance intermediary. the full story
The founder of Superchips, Peter Wales, has sold Superchips Incorporated, the American sister company of Buckingham-based Superchips Limited, for over the full story
Cadillac and Corvette will unveil two sensational new models at the 75th Salon de L’Automobile in Geneva on Tuesday 1 March. the full story
Congestion charging is not the answer to Britain’s traffic problems and it probably never will be, says Autocar magazine. the full story
Motorists can take control in the battle against vehicle crime with a new active defence alarm system based on SMS texting and designed to reduce the 250,000 cars stolen in the UK every year. the full story
A motorist who was sent to prison because he refused to pay his £60 speeding fine is to give evidence in the European Court of Human Rights to help prove speed cameras are there to raise cash. the full story
Is it a myth that men are more in love with their cars than with the opposite sex? The RAC Foundation intends to find out this Valentine’s Day (14th February). the full story
Its official- British cars have motored their way to the top of the popularity poll this year. the full story
New entry-level membership package makes joining Parc Ferme Experience more affordable than ever. the full story
Further Ford and Renault models join the repertoire As a result of continuing research and development, Superchips, the world leader in engine management system tuning, has added a number of cars to its ever-growing repertoire of conversions. the full story
The number of mobile road safety camera sites in operation rose by 34. 5 percent compared to the previous 12 months, according to data released today by Cyclops (), the GPS (Global Positioning System) based driver alert system. the full story
February sees new car prices up, on average, by 2. 4 per cent, year-on-year According to the latest New Car Market Trends report from the Glass’s Market Intelligence Service, the price of the average* new car rose once again last month – up 2. 4 per cent year-on-year at the start of February, equivalent to an increase of £311. the full story
81 of UK drivers say speed limits are poorly signed More than 90 worry about ‘speed cameras’ Over 84 do not always spot speed camera warning signs More drivers worry about increased insurance costs than speeding fines 78 may use a GPS warning system to protect their driving licence Under proposed law changes, GPS warning systems will still be permitted. the full story
More than a quarter of motorists in Scotland are ‘an accident waiting to happen’ - as they drive too close to the car in front, according to the RAC Foundation at the launch of Strathclyde Police’s RU 2 Close? campaign. the full story
BMW and Ford come out worst in Quoteacar survey A new survey has turned the tables on some long-held myths about which motors are best avoided on the roads. the full story
New cars might be getting more expensive, but price rises are failing to keep up with inflation, according to the latest What Car? Price Index. the full story
Supercar for the track on show at Auto Rai, on the Quoto stand The KZ1R, Ascari’s new thoroughbred for the track, makes its first appearance in Holland at Auto Rai. the full story
Walker has consolidated its Aluminox®, Quality Plus Special and Quality Plus premium aftermarket exhausts into a new, single, high-quality range that offers 25 better corrosion protection than other aftermarket exhausts. the full story
Younger drivers wanting to know where they can get a great deal on motor insurance should look out for a new advertising campaign that gets underway on satellite channels today (February 1st). the full story
Flowers and hearts might be too much for your passion wagon this Valentine’s Day, but if you’re looking to add that loving touch to your vehicle, or if you’re still searching for a Valentine’s gift, DVLA Personalised Registrations has the answer. the full story
New technology could soon bring a whole new meaning to the term ‘fully comprehensive’ says Hyperformance. the full story
DIRECT CHAUFFEUR LINE (DCL) the chauffeur and executive hire insurance specialists has announced it is to be the main sponsors for the UK’s first Limousine and Chauffeur Show 2005. the full story
2005 ‘Brilliant Solutions’ catalogue now available The Meguiar’s 2005 ‘Brilliant Solutions’ catalogue, hot off the press, introduces 21 new products to the UK market, including additions to the revolutionary NXT range and a wide variety of innovative accessories that any car enthusiast will instantly appreciate. the full story
British motorists could be forking out up to six times more than they have to on spare car parts according to new research from independent warranty provider, Warranty Direct (). the full story
According to the latest analysis by Glass’s, the residual values of prestige Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) continue to outperform the wider used car market, despite recent increases in availability. the full story













