The Motoring News for July 2005
July 2005
Aston Martin Lagonda M45
H&H Sells Le Mans Lagonda For £430,000
The astonishing price is a new world record for a Lagonda M45 and a new house record for H&H Classic Auctions This Wednesday (July 27th), H&H Classic Auctions set a new world record for an M45 Lagonda and a new outright house record. the full story
The astonishing price is a new world record for a Lagonda M45 and a new house record for H&H Classic Auctions This Wednesday (July 27th), H&H Classic Auctions set a new world record for an M45 Lagonda and a new outright house record. the full story
Published on: 31st July 2005
Bosch Car Service Awards First National ...
Dorking Service Centre in South Street, Dorking, was today recognised as one of the most outstanding members of the Bosch Car Service (BCS) network in the UK. the full story
Dorking Service Centre in South Street, Dorking, was today recognised as one of the most outstanding members of the Bosch Car Service (BCS) network in the UK. the full story
Published on: 31st July 2005
Dorking Service Centre
Think, Before You Drive With An ...
Thousands of parents are putting their children’s lives at risk as one in ten children traveling in the back of cars do not use seat belts or child restraints, according to the RAC Foundation during Think before you drive! Month. the full story
Thousands of parents are putting their children’s lives at risk as one in ten children traveling in the back of cars do not use seat belts or child restraints, according to the RAC Foundation during Think before you drive! Month. the full story
Published on: 30th July 2005
Automotive Bluetooth Market Set To ...
New SBD report plots positive future for in-car wireless systems Progress in providing in-car Bluetooth connectivity for mobile telephones has been slower than early industry predictions, but leading technical consultancy SBD expects availability to extend to many more models in the next two to five years. the full story
New SBD report plots positive future for in-car wireless systems Progress in providing in-car Bluetooth connectivity for mobile telephones has been slower than early industry predictions, but leading technical consultancy SBD expects availability to extend to many more models in the next two to five years. the full story
Published on: 30th July 2005
Hyperformance Customers Steer Clear Of ...
Policyholders with Hyperformance, the A&A Group company that specialises in finding good value insurance for young drivers and motorists with high performance cars, have been able to steer clear of the recent garage standards scandal that has once again cast doubt on the integrity of some parts of the car industry. the full story
Policyholders with Hyperformance, the A&A Group company that specialises in finding good value insurance for young drivers and motorists with high performance cars, have been able to steer clear of the recent garage standards scandal that has once again cast doubt on the integrity of some parts of the car industry. the full story
Published on: 29th July 2005
Summer Driving Tyre Tips From The TIC
Looking after tyres is important to stay safe on the road especially when planning the annual family holiday Almost a quarter of all cars and vans on the roads in the UK have at least one illegal or badly worn tyre in need of replacement says the Tyre Industry Council - Britain’s foremost tyre safety organisation. the full story
Looking after tyres is important to stay safe on the road especially when planning the annual family holiday Almost a quarter of all cars and vans on the roads in the UK have at least one illegal or badly worn tyre in need of replacement says the Tyre Industry Council - Britain’s foremost tyre safety organisation. the full story
Published on: 29th July 2005
HUMMER H3
HUMMER H3 Now Arriving In Europe
HUMMER continues its global expansion U. S - produced 2006 HUMMER H3 is now arriving in Europe South African-produced H3 to be sold in Europe in late 2006 HUMMER Division this month continues its global expansion with the sale of the all-new 2006 HUMMER H3 in Europe. the full story
HUMMER continues its global expansion U. S - produced 2006 HUMMER H3 is now arriving in Europe South African-produced H3 to be sold in Europe in late 2006 HUMMER Division this month continues its global expansion with the sale of the all-new 2006 HUMMER H3 in Europe. the full story
Published on: 27th July 2005
Think, Before You Drive - Belt Up In ...
Forty percent of rear seat passengers and ten percent of front seat occupants are still playing Russian roulette with their lives and others by not wearing seatbelts, according to the RAC Foundation as part of "Think Before You Drive Month". the full story
Forty percent of rear seat passengers and ten percent of front seat occupants are still playing Russian roulette with their lives and others by not wearing seatbelts, according to the RAC Foundation as part of "Think Before You Drive Month". the full story
Published on: 27th July 2005
SKIDZ Motor Project Opens Third ...
Charity brings a brighter future to disadvantaged teenagers The SKIDZ Motor Project, a registered charity that provides vocational education and training in motor mechanics for disadvantaged teenagers and others, has opened its third training centre. the full story
Charity brings a brighter future to disadvantaged teenagers The SKIDZ Motor Project, a registered charity that provides vocational education and training in motor mechanics for disadvantaged teenagers and others, has opened its third training centre. the full story
Published on: 27th July 2005
SKIDZ
Nationwide Congestion Charging By 2011 ...
Britain’s 10 biggest cities will be hit with a London style congestion charge by 2011, according to Autocar magazine. the full story
Britain’s 10 biggest cities will be hit with a London style congestion charge by 2011, according to Autocar magazine. the full story
Published on: 26th July 2005
Keep Thieves Guessing
A Hampshire firm is celebrating the recent success of its tracking product, after receiving a Thatcham Q-class rating for its revolutionary wireless theft deterrent device. the full story
A Hampshire firm is celebrating the recent success of its tracking product, after receiving a Thatcham Q-class rating for its revolutionary wireless theft deterrent device. the full story
Published on: 26th July 2005
Prince Michael of Kent
Bosch Celebrates 10 Years Of ESP
Prince Michael of Kent joins celebration of active safety system Ten years ago Bosch became the first supplier to begin series production of its Electronic Stability Program (ESP) technology - a system that prevents a car from skidding in critical driving conditions by braking individual wheels to counter under and/or oversteer and maintain vehicle stability. the full story
Prince Michael of Kent joins celebration of active safety system Ten years ago Bosch became the first supplier to begin series production of its Electronic Stability Program (ESP) technology - a system that prevents a car from skidding in critical driving conditions by braking individual wheels to counter under and/or oversteer and maintain vehicle stability. the full story
Published on: 25th July 2005
Car Forecourt Prices Tumble As Dealers ...
The What Car? Price Index has revealed that new car prices are falling for the first time this year. the full story
The What Car? Price Index has revealed that new car prices are falling for the first time this year. the full story
Published on: 25th July 2005
AA Driving School Launch New CD-ROM
AA driving school is launching a new CD-Rom to help pupils get through their driving test more easily. the full story
AA driving school is launching a new CD-Rom to help pupils get through their driving test more easily. the full story
Published on: 21st July 2005
New Research Undermines M4 Cameras
New research from road safety group the Association of British Drivers today damned the M4 speed cameras as "a massive mistake". the full story
New research from road safety group the Association of British Drivers today damned the M4 speed cameras as "a massive mistake". the full story
Published on: 21st July 2005
British Motorists Breaking European ...
Two thirds of British motorists are not only ill-prepared for driving abroad, many risk breaking European laws, according to research by car care people Comma. the full story
Two thirds of British motorists are not only ill-prepared for driving abroad, many risk breaking European laws, according to research by car care people Comma. the full story
Published on: 20th July 2005
Motorists Putting Their Necks On The ...
A majority of motorists (55) are putting themselves at risk of painful neck injuries because of incorrectly positioned head restraints according to spot check surveys by the RAC Foundation as part of "Think Before You Drive Month". the full story
A majority of motorists (55) are putting themselves at risk of painful neck injuries because of incorrectly positioned head restraints according to spot check surveys by the RAC Foundation as part of "Think Before You Drive Month". the full story
Published on: 20th July 2005
Drive Fast In Safety At Club Brands ...
Got a car? Any car. the full story
Got a car? Any car. the full story
Published on: 17th July 2005
Club Brands Hatch
Road Safety Group Welcomes Block On New ...
The Association of British Drivers today welcomed the Government's block on the installation of 500 more speed cameras. the full story
The Association of British Drivers today welcomed the Government's block on the installation of 500 more speed cameras. the full story
Published on: 17th July 2005
What Car? Says 'Beware The Big ...
As new car discounts are getting bigger and more widely available, What Car? is urging buyers to look beyond the discounts dealers will be tempting them with and check on motoring’s biggest cost - depreciation. the full story
As new car discounts are getting bigger and more widely available, What Car? is urging buyers to look beyond the discounts dealers will be tempting them with and check on motoring’s biggest cost - depreciation. the full story
Published on: 15th July 2005
The Licence Check Service
What Is The Electronic Driver Licence ...
As part of the Road Safety Bill currently going through parliament in the UK, the Government is 'reviewing road traffic offences involving bad driving‘. the full story
As part of the Road Safety Bill currently going through parliament in the UK, the Government is 'reviewing road traffic offences involving bad driving‘. the full story
Published on: 14th July 2005
Motorsport Scholarship Puts UK Rally ...
Ever fancied the chance to drive a top-flight rally car in a major UK championship, all at the expense of a leading car manufacturer? Or how about the opportunity to become a vital part of the rally support crew, such as a co-driver or mechanic? That is the prospect offered by Innovation Motorsport through their brand new Rally Scholarship, which will provide a lucky few with fully-funded roles in the Peugeot 206 1400 Challenge throughout the 2006 season. the full story
Ever fancied the chance to drive a top-flight rally car in a major UK championship, all at the expense of a leading car manufacturer? Or how about the opportunity to become a vital part of the rally support crew, such as a co-driver or mechanic? That is the prospect offered by Innovation Motorsport through their brand new Rally Scholarship, which will provide a lucky few with fully-funded roles in the Peugeot 206 1400 Challenge throughout the 2006 season. the full story
Published on: 14th July 2005
Rally Scholarship
Extreme Tire Shine
Armor All's Aerosol Solution For Tired ...
Armor All has unveiled a custom-made aerosol version of its dazzling Extreme Tire Shine which is sure to find appeal amongst the car-proud. the full story
Armor All has unveiled a custom-made aerosol version of its dazzling Extreme Tire Shine which is sure to find appeal amongst the car-proud. the full story
Published on: 14th July 2005
Are Smart Keys A Smart Choice?
SBD report identifies cost and security as principle concerns as market for easy-entry and easy-start systems accelerates The past two years have seen a surge in the number of cars featuring "smart key" systems, with more and more motorists enjoying the convenience of using an electronic card or token in place of a traditional mechanical key. the full story
SBD report identifies cost and security as principle concerns as market for easy-entry and easy-start systems accelerates The past two years have seen a surge in the number of cars featuring "smart key" systems, with more and more motorists enjoying the convenience of using an electronic card or token in place of a traditional mechanical key. the full story
Published on: 6th July 2005
Smart Keys
Folding Hard-Tops Fuel Surge In ...
According to EurotaxGlass’s, publishers of the Glass’s Guide to Used Car Values, there has been a surge in sales of new convertible cars in 2005, driven largely by growing demand for vehicles with a folding metal roof. the full story
According to EurotaxGlass’s, publishers of the Glass’s Guide to Used Car Values, there has been a surge in sales of new convertible cars in 2005, driven largely by growing demand for vehicles with a folding metal roof. the full story
Published on: 5th July 2005
UK's Most Advanced Speed Camera ...
£100 off Micro RoadPilot and RoadPilot Pro Northern Europe database now available free of charge RoadPilot Ltd, pioneers of GPS based speed camera locators and developers of one of the largest and most accurate databases of camera locations in Europe, today announced price reductions to its product line and the availability of its International speed. the full story
£100 off Micro RoadPilot and RoadPilot Pro Northern Europe database now available free of charge RoadPilot Ltd, pioneers of GPS based speed camera locators and developers of one of the largest and most accurate databases of camera locations in Europe, today announced price reductions to its product line and the availability of its International speed. the full story
Published on: 5th July 2005
Thatcham's New Vehicle Security ...
Thatcham, the insurance industry’s official body for approving security products, has announced a new category for vehicle security devices. the full story
Thatcham, the insurance industry’s official body for approving security products, has announced a new category for vehicle security devices. the full story
Published on: 4th July 2005
USAutomotive
USAutomotive Keeps American Car Wheels ...
A highly favourable exchange rate has meant that more and more UK-based American car enthusiasts are realising their dreams of owning a US vehicle, and USAutomotive is doing its bit to help these new owners of “American iron” live the dream. the full story
A highly favourable exchange rate has meant that more and more UK-based American car enthusiasts are realising their dreams of owning a US vehicle, and USAutomotive is doing its bit to help these new owners of “American iron” live the dream. the full story
Published on: 1st July 2005
Red Hot Summer Offers From Avis UK
Including free rental days and the chance to win an iPod Shuffle Avis customers can make the most of some great summer offers available now by visiting for further information. the full story
Including free rental days and the chance to win an iPod Shuffle Avis customers can make the most of some great summer offers available now by visiting for further information. the full story
Published on: 1st July 2005
First Colour-Coded New Car Labels ...
Roll-out of a colour-coded label for new cars will begin today. 1 July 2005 marks the start of the industry's commitment, forged through the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP), to give consumers better information on key environmental factors like CO2 emissions. the full story
Roll-out of a colour-coded label for new cars will begin today. 1 July 2005 marks the start of the industry's commitment, forged through the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP), to give consumers better information on key environmental factors like CO2 emissions. the full story
Published on: 1st July 2005
Colour-Coded New Car Labels
Road Death Toll Still Too High
Casualty figures on our roads continue to fall according to Government figures issued today, but there is no room for complacency. the full story
Casualty figures on our roads continue to fall according to Government figures issued today, but there is no room for complacency. the full story
Published on: 1st July 2005
