The Motoring News for June 2005
June 2005
Prevention - Better Than Cure
A car safety system, shown to reduce the likelihood of involvement in some accidents by up to a third, should feature high on the shopping list of priorities when choosing a new car according to the RAC Foundation launching the latest Euro NCAP (The European New Car Assessment Programme) results today (28th June). the full story
A car safety system, shown to reduce the likelihood of involvement in some accidents by up to a third, should feature high on the shopping list of priorities when choosing a new car according to the RAC Foundation launching the latest Euro NCAP (The European New Car Assessment Programme) results today (28th June). the full story
Published on: 29th Jun 2005
Superchips Keep Chipping Away
Latest modifications include Vauxhall Astra 1. 9 CDTi and Citroen C2 1. 4 HDi L There’s hardly a car on the market that can’t benefit from a quick and affordable modification by Superchips, the world leader in engine management system tuning. the full story
Latest modifications include Vauxhall Astra 1. 9 CDTi and Citroen C2 1. 4 HDi L There’s hardly a car on the market that can’t benefit from a quick and affordable modification by Superchips, the world leader in engine management system tuning. the full story
Published on: 29th Jun 2005
Euro NCAP Announces 'Highest Scoring ...
Euro NCAP, Europe’s leading independent crash test organisation, has confirmed that the Peugeot’s 1007 becomes the highest scoring car ever in all classes for adult occupant protection. the full story
Euro NCAP, Europe’s leading independent crash test organisation, has confirmed that the Peugeot’s 1007 becomes the highest scoring car ever in all classes for adult occupant protection. the full story
Published on: 28th Jun 2005
Steer Clear Of Trouble
Car-safety organisation Euro NCAP has today (28 June) issued a strong recommendation that motorists ensure their next car is fitted with a Stability Control system. the full story
Car-safety organisation Euro NCAP has today (28 June) issued a strong recommendation that motorists ensure their next car is fitted with a Stability Control system. the full story
Published on: 28th Jun 2005
Weapons Of Mass Motorists
Almost half (45 per cent) of young motorists are carrying potentially lethal weapons in their vehicles in order to protect themselves and their cars from crime, according to the RAC Foundation and Max Power Magazine - revealing the results of a survey* today (23rd June). the full story
Almost half (45 per cent) of young motorists are carrying potentially lethal weapons in their vehicles in order to protect themselves and their cars from crime, according to the RAC Foundation and Max Power Magazine - revealing the results of a survey* today (23rd June). the full story
Published on: 28th Jun 2005
English driver Annie Templeton
Women From All Over The World Sign Up ...
Winner to receive a 200bhp Cosworth-powered Caterham Seven CSR The race is on for the world's established female competition drivers to grab one of the remaining 16 priceless places on the Nations Cup grid. the full story
Winner to receive a 200bhp Cosworth-powered Caterham Seven CSR The race is on for the world's established female competition drivers to grab one of the remaining 16 priceless places on the Nations Cup grid. the full story
Published on: 24th Jun 2005
Consumers Win As The Cost Of A New Car ...
What Car? can reveal that, on average, new car prices have fallen by 10 over the past seven years. the full story
What Car? can reveal that, on average, new car prices have fallen by 10 over the past seven years. the full story
Published on: 24th Jun 2005
Lex Warns Fleets To Order Euro 4 ...
Drivers tax bills will increase by a few hundreds pounds if their Euro 4 diesel is registered after 31 December 2005. the full story
Drivers tax bills will increase by a few hundreds pounds if their Euro 4 diesel is registered after 31 December 2005. the full story
Published on: 23rd Jun 2005
The £1 Billion Bill British Motorists ...
British motorists are collectively wasting more than £1billion every year, and increasing the risk of an accident, by failing to keep an eye on their tyre pressure. the full story
British motorists are collectively wasting more than £1billion every year, and increasing the risk of an accident, by failing to keep an eye on their tyre pressure. the full story
Published on: 22nd Jun 2005
How To Paint Classic Cars
By Martin Thaddeus Published June 2005 (UK) ISBN 1-903706-63-7£15. 99 UK The complete guide to painting your classic yourself Written by a paintwork professional Step-by-step, illustrated procedur. the full story
By Martin Thaddeus Published June 2005 (UK) ISBN 1-903706-63-7£15. 99 UK The complete guide to painting your classic yourself Written by a paintwork professional Step-by-step, illustrated procedur. the full story
Published on: 16th Jun 2005
How To Paint Classic Cars
Unique Auction For The Ultimate British ...
Motorsport enthusiasts from the UK and far beyond are certain to be lining up for a unique Internet auction which goes live this weekend. the full story
Motorsport enthusiasts from the UK and far beyond are certain to be lining up for a unique Internet auction which goes live this weekend. the full story
Published on: 15th Jun 2005
Poll Confirms What Women Want
More women drive Fords than other make of car according to a new survey from Missmotorquote.co.uk, the online site dedicated to finding the keenest insurance rates for women drivers. the full story
More women drive Fords than other make of car according to a new survey from Missmotorquote.co.uk, the online site dedicated to finding the keenest insurance rates for women drivers. the full story
Published on: 15th Jun 2005
Mechanics On Course To Charge £200 Per ...
By 2008, the British motorist could be paying more than £200 per hour to get their car fixed at a franchised dealer according to research by independent automotive warranty specialist, Warranty Direct. the full story
By 2008, the British motorist could be paying more than £200 per hour to get their car fixed at a franchised dealer according to research by independent automotive warranty specialist, Warranty Direct. the full story
Published on: 15th Jun 2005
Corvette C6
Michael Schumacher To Test Drive New ...
Michael Schumacher will test drive a new Corvette C6 following a visit to the Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette exhibit at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo. the full story
Michael Schumacher will test drive a new Corvette C6 following a visit to the Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette exhibit at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo. the full story
Published on: 14th Jun 2005
Armor All's Summer Sizzler
Major holiday competition opens at www. armorall.co.uk Armor All has taken the wraps off a nationwide free competition that will give three lucky UK families a sizzling Virgin Fly Drive holiday in Florida, USA. the full story
Major holiday competition opens at www. armorall.co.uk Armor All has taken the wraps off a nationwide free competition that will give three lucky UK families a sizzling Virgin Fly Drive holiday in Florida, USA. the full story
Published on: 12th Jun 2005
ATS Euromaster Offers Discount On Brake ...
Motorists should accelerate their way to ATS Euromaster where they can receive 20 off a set of brake pads when purchased in conjunction with two brake discs, saving up to £20. the full story
Motorists should accelerate their way to ATS Euromaster where they can receive 20 off a set of brake pads when purchased in conjunction with two brake discs, saving up to £20. the full story
Published on: 11th Jun 2005
Mondial UK Helps Cornhill Direct Build ...
Customer services and relationships expert, Mondial UK, is playing a key role in helping Cornhill Direct enhance its brand offering and strengthen customer satisfaction. the full story
Customer services and relationships expert, Mondial UK, is playing a key role in helping Cornhill Direct enhance its brand offering and strengthen customer satisfaction. the full story
Published on: 11th Jun 2005
Road Pricing - The Public Will Decide
In advance of Alistair Darling’s speech on road pricing today (09), the RAC Foundation can reveal that only 8 of people think the roads are too congested, and 47 support the principle of a road pricing scheme in the UK if all the revenue raised was returned to the motorists through lower road tax. the full story
In advance of Alistair Darling’s speech on road pricing today (09), the RAC Foundation can reveal that only 8 of people think the roads are too congested, and 47 support the principle of a road pricing scheme in the UK if all the revenue raised was returned to the motorists through lower road tax. the full story
Published on: 9th Jun 2005
'Pay-As-You-Go' But No White Elephants
Cautious welcome to Darling’s proposal from industry leader Transport Secretary Alistair Darling’s proposal that vehicle tracking technology could support a future pay-as-you-go scheme for Britain’s motorists has been welcomed by Quartix, one of the UK’s leading vehicle tracking companies. the full story
Cautious welcome to Darling’s proposal from industry leader Transport Secretary Alistair Darling’s proposal that vehicle tracking technology could support a future pay-as-you-go scheme for Britain’s motorists has been welcomed by Quartix, one of the UK’s leading vehicle tracking companies. the full story
Published on: 9th Jun 2005
UK Show Debut For New Cadillacs And New ...
Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette will present the UK show debut of the new right-hand drive Cadillac CTS, the Cadillac SRX, the Cadillac XLR and the new Corvette C6 at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo, which runs from Monday, 13 June to Sunday, 19 June. the full story
Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette will present the UK show debut of the new right-hand drive Cadillac CTS, the Cadillac SRX, the Cadillac XLR and the new Corvette C6 at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo, which runs from Monday, 13 June to Sunday, 19 June. the full story
Published on: 8th Jun 2005
Corvette C6 and Cadillac CTS
Which Engine Oil Should You Use
Eight million motorists have no idea which oil they should use in their car, despite almost half of all owners claiming they check their dip stick on a monthly basis. the full story
Eight million motorists have no idea which oil they should use in their car, despite almost half of all owners claiming they check their dip stick on a monthly basis. the full story
Published on: 8th Jun 2005
Road Tolls Will Drive Fleet Costs Up, ...
Government must discuss congestion charging with fleet community Fears that motoring and administration costs for the business driving community will increase significantly under Government congestion charging plans have been expressed by ACFO. the full story
Government must discuss congestion charging with fleet community Fears that motoring and administration costs for the business driving community will increase significantly under Government congestion charging plans have been expressed by ACFO. the full story
Published on: 8th Jun 2005
What Car? Reveals The Great Servicing ...
Britain’s motorists could save £185 million when it comes to servicing their cars, according to research by What Car?. the full story
Britain’s motorists could save £185 million when it comes to servicing their cars, according to research by What Car?. the full story
Published on: 7th Jun 2005
Convertibles Reach Record Market Share ...
New car market dips 3. 4 per cent to 187,900 units, compared to May 2004 Diesel market takes 36. 8 per cent market share, the highest so far in 2005 Convertible cars increase in popularity, with the sector now accounting for a record six per cent of May registrations. the full story
New car market dips 3. 4 per cent to 187,900 units, compared to May 2004 Diesel market takes 36. 8 per cent market share, the highest so far in 2005 Convertible cars increase in popularity, with the sector now accounting for a record six per cent of May registrations. the full story
Published on: 7th Jun 2005
Corvette C6.R Model
New Corvette C6.R Racers Aim To Keep ...
Having scored three GTS class victories in five years, the Corvettes return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 18th June, with the new Corvette C6. R model aiming to maintain the winning streak. the full story
Having scored three GTS class victories in five years, the Corvettes return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 18th June, with the new Corvette C6. R model aiming to maintain the winning streak. the full story
Published on: 7th Jun 2005
Could You Murder For A Detective Car?
With filming of the new Miami Vice blockbuster underway, memories of Detective Sonny Crockett’s Ferrari Testarossa will come flooding back for many. the full story
With filming of the new Miami Vice blockbuster underway, memories of Detective Sonny Crockett’s Ferrari Testarossa will come flooding back for many. the full story
Published on: 7th Jun 2005
Darling's Satellite Road Pricing Scheme ...
The ABD today condemned Alastair Darling's plans to track Britain's drivers by satellite and charge them per mile. the full story
The ABD today condemned Alastair Darling's plans to track Britain's drivers by satellite and charge them per mile. the full story
Published on: 6th Jun 2005
Denbighshire Gets Mega Duo
Denbighshire County Council has taken delivery of a pair of Mega Multitrucks to complement its street cleansing operations. the full story
Denbighshire County Council has taken delivery of a pair of Mega Multitrucks to complement its street cleansing operations. the full story
Published on: 5th Jun 2005
Aixam Mega
The Scent Of Danger
Having the wrong smell in a car can cause speeding, dozing, road rage and potentially even serious accidents according to the RAC Foundation. the full story
Having the wrong smell in a car can cause speeding, dozing, road rage and potentially even serious accidents according to the RAC Foundation. the full story
Published on: 5th Jun 2005
Drivers Group Calls For National ...
The Association of British Drivers today called for the formation of a national parking regulator amidst revelations that privatised parking companies are running out of control. the full story
The Association of British Drivers today called for the formation of a national parking regulator amidst revelations that privatised parking companies are running out of control. the full story
Published on: 5th Jun 2005
Clarion
Clarion Takes In-Car Entertainment To ...
In the world of personal gizmos and gadgetry, continuous development ensures that nothing stays still for an instant. the full story
In the world of personal gizmos and gadgetry, continuous development ensures that nothing stays still for an instant. the full story
Published on: 4th Jun 2005
Connaught Showcases V10 Hybrid ...
Connaught has been selected by the Energy Saving Trust to represent sustainable vehicle technology at the forthcoming Climate Change conference in Perthshire, Scotland on Monday 6 June. the full story
Connaught has been selected by the Energy Saving Trust to represent sustainable vehicle technology at the forthcoming Climate Change conference in Perthshire, Scotland on Monday 6 June. the full story
Published on: 4th Jun 2005
Connaught Type-D Sports Coupe
Alpine Electronics
Alpine Electronics Launches New ...
Highlights latest developments in infotainment systems - for beginners through to dedicated audiophiles. the full story
Highlights latest developments in infotainment systems - for beginners through to dedicated audiophiles. the full story
Published on: 3rd Jun 2005
