The Motoring News for July 2008
July 2008
Clarion FB289RBT Black
New Black look for the Clarion FB289RBT
Following the launch of its iconic bluetooth audio head unit, Clarion has introduced a black version of the stunning in-car audio showpiece, for a more seamless integration with a greater number of drivers dashboards. Featuring no mechanical parts, the FB289RBT audio source unit benefits from built-in Bluetooth audio streaming (A2DP & AVRCP) and Bluetooth Handsfree calling technology (HFP & HSP) - via an external microphone - whilst MP3 (including ID3-TAG display) playback is made possible thanks to an SD card slot behind the flip-down control panel. The sleek, futuristic looks of the FB289RBT are created through a 728 variable colour display, whilst four acrylic arched buttons either side of the mirror-finished, central rotary volume control, use indirect lighting to create an impression of fins, and produce the 'Metal Shark' design. Also featuring 18 FM station presets via an RDS-EON tuner, an AUX in as well as 2-channel audio pre-out and 4 x 50 watts of amplification, the FB289RBT has a typical selling price of just £149. 00 via its appointed dealers across the UK. the full story
Following the launch of its iconic bluetooth audio head unit, Clarion has introduced a black version of the stunning in-car audio showpiece, for a more seamless integration with a greater number of drivers dashboards. Featuring no mechanical parts, the FB289RBT audio source unit benefits from built-in Bluetooth audio streaming (A2DP & AVRCP) and Bluetooth Handsfree calling technology (HFP & HSP) - via an external microphone - whilst MP3 (including ID3-TAG display) playback is made possible thanks to an SD card slot behind the flip-down control panel. The sleek, futuristic looks of the FB289RBT are created through a 728 variable colour display, whilst four acrylic arched buttons either side of the mirror-finished, central rotary volume control, use indirect lighting to create an impression of fins, and produce the 'Metal Shark' design. Also featuring 18 FM station presets via an RDS-EON tuner, an AUX in as well as 2-channel audio pre-out and 4 x 50 watts of amplification, the FB289RBT has a typical selling price of just £149. 00 via its appointed dealers across the UK. the full story
Published on: 31st July 2008
Identity Theft for Cars
HPI is warning dealers to protect themselves from the growing threat of car cloning - the vehicle equivalent of identity theft. the full story
HPI is warning dealers to protect themselves from the growing threat of car cloning - the vehicle equivalent of identity theft. the full story
Published on: 31st July 2008
According to IAM you can save up to £2 of fuel per week by simply reversing your car into a parking space
Did you know you can save up to £2 of fuel per week by simply reversing your car into a parking space, so you drive away forwards? As well as positioning your vehicle into a safer position to pull away, there are many benefits to both your vehicle, and your pocket. New data from the IAM Motoring Trust shows it takes an average five year old car a minute and a half for the engine to warm up and the most efficient way to warm it up is by driving it. the full story
Did you know you can save up to £2 of fuel per week by simply reversing your car into a parking space, so you drive away forwards? As well as positioning your vehicle into a safer position to pull away, there are many benefits to both your vehicle, and your pocket. New data from the IAM Motoring Trust shows it takes an average five year old car a minute and a half for the engine to warm up and the most efficient way to warm it up is by driving it. the full story
Published on: 25th July 2008
Used Convertible Car Buyers Bucking The Trend
A recent sale of convertibles by leading vehicle auction company, BCA, bucked all the current reports suggesting a drop in consumer confidence. the full story
A recent sale of convertibles by leading vehicle auction company, BCA, bucked all the current reports suggesting a drop in consumer confidence. the full story
Published on: 25th July 2008
Hummer at the 2008 British International Motor Show
HUMMER will showcase the HX Concept, a nimble, reconfigurable off-road concept vehicle, at the 2008 British International Motor Show. the full story
HUMMER will showcase the HX Concept, a nimble, reconfigurable off-road concept vehicle, at the 2008 British International Motor Show. the full story
Published on: 22nd July 2008
Hummer HX
TH!NK City Car
First Fully Electric Car Makes Its UK Show Debut
The arrival on Britain’s roads of the first fully electric-powered car moves one step closer today with the UK motor show debut of the new TH!NK city electric vehicle. Displayed at the 2008 British International Motor Show at ExCeL London by Norwegian electric vehicle pioneers Think, a company with 17 years experience in electric vehicles, the new TH!NK city will be available for UK customer orders next summer. TH!NK city is a true, modern urban car, not a quadricycle. the full story
The arrival on Britain’s roads of the first fully electric-powered car moves one step closer today with the UK motor show debut of the new TH!NK city electric vehicle. Displayed at the 2008 British International Motor Show at ExCeL London by Norwegian electric vehicle pioneers Think, a company with 17 years experience in electric vehicles, the new TH!NK city will be available for UK customer orders next summer. TH!NK city is a true, modern urban car, not a quadricycle. the full story
Published on: 22nd July 2008
HPI Warns Of An Attack Of The Clones as the DVLA Issues a Further V5 Warning
Vehicle data expert, HPI, is calling used car dealers to up the anti on the fight against the car criminal. the full story
Vehicle data expert, HPI, is calling used car dealers to up the anti on the fight against the car criminal. the full story
Published on: 19th July 2008
RAC Inspections survey reveals 85% of buyers are fooled by shiny paintwork
The latest survey from RAC Inspections reveals that many people think they know a thing or two about cars when looking to buy. the full story
The latest survey from RAC Inspections reveals that many people think they know a thing or two about cars when looking to buy. the full story
Published on: 18th July 2008
The New Mexician Sports Car the Mastretta MXT
Bristling with design flair, the all-new Mastretta MXT is the exciting and exclusive new sports car that will put Mexico on the map and offer UK drivers performance and more choice in the sub £40,000 sector. the full story
Bristling with design flair, the all-new Mastretta MXT is the exciting and exclusive new sports car that will put Mexico on the map and offer UK drivers performance and more choice in the sub £40,000 sector. the full story
Published on: 17th July 2008
Mastretta MXT
October 2p Fuel Duty Rise Scrapped
The scrapping of the planned October 2p fuel duty rise provides light relief for the struggling motorists, but it does not go far enough, according to the RAC Foundation. the full story
The scrapping of the planned October 2p fuel duty rise provides light relief for the struggling motorists, but it does not go far enough, according to the RAC Foundation. the full story
Published on: 16th July 2008
A Drink Drive Endorsement is an 11 Year Black Mark
As summer warms up and the thirst for an alcoholic drink increases, the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has reminded drivers of the perils of accidentally drinking and driving. An 11 year licence endorsement is just one of the many consequences of a drink offence, although this isn't widely known. the full story
As summer warms up and the thirst for an alcoholic drink increases, the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has reminded drivers of the perils of accidentally drinking and driving. An 11 year licence endorsement is just one of the many consequences of a drink offence, although this isn't widely known. the full story
Published on: 13th July 2008
Bosch's Start/Stop Technology
Bosch start/stop technology has proven its worth in production applications, supplying half a million starter-based start stop systems to BMW and MINI since the introduction in 2007. the full story
Bosch start/stop technology has proven its worth in production applications, supplying half a million starter-based start stop systems to BMW and MINI since the introduction in 2007. the full story
Published on: 13th July 2008
There is Currently no demand among Used Car Buyers for Petrol 4x4s
Parker’s, Britain’s biggest and best-selling car price guide has gained exclusive information from trade insiders which suggests that there is currently no demand among used car buyers for petrol 4x4s. the full story
Parker’s, Britain’s biggest and best-selling car price guide has gained exclusive information from trade insiders which suggests that there is currently no demand among used car buyers for petrol 4x4s. the full story
Published on: 8th July 2008
Still too few small cars with ESP
Experts and carpages.co.uk unanimous in the call to mandate ESP® 50 percent of all newly registered cars in Europe with ESP® Italy and Spain report strong seven percentage-point increase Only 17 percent of all newly registered small cars in 2007 with ESP® Automobile associations and traffic experts call for rapid action to make ESP® mandatory. the full story
Experts and carpages.co.uk unanimous in the call to mandate ESP® 50 percent of all newly registered cars in Europe with ESP® Italy and Spain report strong seven percentage-point increase Only 17 percent of all newly registered small cars in 2007 with ESP® Automobile associations and traffic experts call for rapid action to make ESP® mandatory. the full story
Published on: 1st July 2008
