The Motoring News for May 2005
May 2005
4x4s - The Truth By Autocar
Are 4x4s really that bad? That’s the question Autocar, Britain’s oldest motoring magazine, answers this week. the full story
Are 4x4s really that bad? That’s the question Autocar, Britain’s oldest motoring magazine, answers this week. the full story
Published on: 31st May 2005
Car Prices Creep Up In Spite Of Slow ...
Sales of new cars have fallen compared with this time last year, but the What Car? Price Index reveals that new car prices are on the up. the full story
Sales of new cars have fallen compared with this time last year, but the What Car? Price Index reveals that new car prices are on the up. the full story
Published on: 31st May 2005
Tailgaters And Phone Users Revealed As ...
Drivers who tailgate other vehicles or use a handheld phone while at the wheel are the most dangerous threats on the road, according to a new survey from the Institute of Advanced Motorists. the full story
Drivers who tailgate other vehicles or use a handheld phone while at the wheel are the most dangerous threats on the road, according to a new survey from the Institute of Advanced Motorists. the full story
Published on: 31st May 2005
Driver Mis-Fuelling Can Cost Up To ...
Common rail diesels are most costly to fix Drivers who mis-fuel their diesel cars with petrol can expect a costly bill to repair the damage, according to Lex Vehicle Leasing. the full story
Common rail diesels are most costly to fix Drivers who mis-fuel their diesel cars with petrol can expect a costly bill to repair the damage, according to Lex Vehicle Leasing. the full story
Published on: 29th May 2005
Road Safety Group Welcomes Police ...
Road safety group welcomes Police driver's acquittal - and says it's time to stop prosecuting civilian drivers for trivial offences. the full story
Road safety group welcomes Police driver's acquittal - and says it's time to stop prosecuting civilian drivers for trivial offences. the full story
Published on: 21st May 2005
Love At First Ride
A set of hot wheels isn’t always the fastest route to a potential partner’s heart when on a first date, according to results of an NOP World survey commissioned by . the full story
A set of hot wheels isn’t always the fastest route to a potential partner’s heart when on a first date, according to results of an NOP World survey commissioned by . the full story
Published on: 20th May 2005
Toora Wheels
Italian Alloy Wheel Manufacturer Toora ...
Toora, the Italian alloy wheel manufacturer, has announced that its new Distributor in the UK is Exclusive Tuning & Design Ltd. the full story
Toora, the Italian alloy wheel manufacturer, has announced that its new Distributor in the UK is Exclusive Tuning & Design Ltd. the full story
Published on: 19th May 2005
Top Technician Competition Winner ...
John Tinham, twice a runner-up in the Top Technician competition, has secured the title of Top Technician 2005. the full story
John Tinham, twice a runner-up in the Top Technician competition, has secured the title of Top Technician 2005. the full story
Published on: 19th May 2005
Clive Atthowe, John Tinham, Iain Kershaw
Take Your Chance To See The New Ascari ...
19th June 2005 - The Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon The new British Supercar, the stunning Ascari KZ1, will be on display for eager car enthusiasts at the Heritage Motor Centre's very own 'Supercar Sunday' special event on Father's Day, Sunday 19th June 2005. the full story
19th June 2005 - The Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon The new British Supercar, the stunning Ascari KZ1, will be on display for eager car enthusiasts at the Heritage Motor Centre's very own 'Supercar Sunday' special event on Father's Day, Sunday 19th June 2005. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
Bosch Announces Formula Student ...
Bosch has announced its sponsorship of the 2005 Formula Student competition, including the ‘Skid Pad’ award, which seeks to identify the team that can master a ‘Figure of 8’ manoeuvre in the quickest time possible. the full story
Bosch has announced its sponsorship of the 2005 Formula Student competition, including the ‘Skid Pad’ award, which seeks to identify the team that can master a ‘Figure of 8’ manoeuvre in the quickest time possible. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
Comma Sweeps The Board At Auto Express ...
Car care people, Comma dominated the prestigious 2005 Auto Express product awards, scooping six top gongs. the full story
Car care people, Comma dominated the prestigious 2005 Auto Express product awards, scooping six top gongs. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
PC Milton Not Guilty Despite 159mph
According to reports, PC Milton of Telford was found not guilty in court this morning despite admitting driving a Police car at 159mph on a public road. the full story
According to reports, PC Milton of Telford was found not guilty in court this morning despite admitting driving a Police car at 159mph on a public road. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
Speed Awareness Courses Could Reduce ...
Leading Insurance Intermediary Calls for Courses to be Introduced Across UK The recent suggestion that all police forces are to introduce speed awareness courses, as an alternative to receiving penalty points, could dramatically reduce insurance premiums for drivers caught speeding. the full story
Leading Insurance Intermediary Calls for Courses to be Introduced Across UK The recent suggestion that all police forces are to introduce speed awareness courses, as an alternative to receiving penalty points, could dramatically reduce insurance premiums for drivers caught speeding. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
Research Into Wet Driving Conditions ...
Road safety organisation, RoadSafe 1, is calling on motorists to ‘tread carefully’ this summer following independent research undertaken by MIRA Ltd (formerly the Motor Industry Research Association) which reveals that braking performance deteriorates in wet conditions when tyre tread depth drops below 3mm. the full story
Road safety organisation, RoadSafe 1, is calling on motorists to ‘tread carefully’ this summer following independent research undertaken by MIRA Ltd (formerly the Motor Industry Research Association) which reveals that braking performance deteriorates in wet conditions when tyre tread depth drops below 3mm. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2005
Experience The On-Track Avon Formula
Avon Tyres has once again renewed its association with Castle Combe circuit making it the longest motorsport sponsorship in the world. the full story
Avon Tyres has once again renewed its association with Castle Combe circuit making it the longest motorsport sponsorship in the world. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
BMW Power Festival Brings Formula One To Corby
Monaco Or Corby - The Formula One ...
BMW Power Festival Brings Formula One To Corby There will be only two places in the World next Sunday afternoon, 22nd May, where fans will get the opportunity to see a Formula One car in action. the full story
BMW Power Festival Brings Formula One To Corby There will be only two places in the World next Sunday afternoon, 22nd May, where fans will get the opportunity to see a Formula One car in action. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
Great British Car Brands Will Live On
While the administrators do their best for MG Rover, assurance is given to the many thousands of enthusiasts for British Cars around the world that the great brand names will live on, whatever happens. the full story
While the administrators do their best for MG Rover, assurance is given to the many thousands of enthusiasts for British Cars around the world that the great brand names will live on, whatever happens. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
Heritage Opens New Doors
Classic car parts supplier, British Motor Heritage Limited, has recently taken over the production of doors for the original Mini. the full story
Classic car parts supplier, British Motor Heritage Limited, has recently taken over the production of doors for the original Mini. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
British Motor Heritage Limited
Smiles Per Hour
The most cheerful driver on the road is female, aged 24 or less, driving a green coloured VW Beetle on a sunny day, listening to Bob Marley while chewing sugar free gum and looking forward to a date. the full story
The most cheerful driver on the road is female, aged 24 or less, driving a green coloured VW Beetle on a sunny day, listening to Bob Marley while chewing sugar free gum and looking forward to a date. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
Totalkitcar Live
Brands Hatch Celebrates Kit Car ...
Britain has more kit car manufacturers than the rest of the world put together, and to prove it MotorSport Vision has teamed up with totalkitcar magazine for a unique insight into the industry at Brands Hatch, Kent. the full story
Britain has more kit car manufacturers than the rest of the world put together, and to prove it MotorSport Vision has teamed up with totalkitcar magazine for a unique insight into the industry at Brands Hatch, Kent. the full story
Published on: 17th May 2005
The Cadillac CTS
The dramatically styled Cadillac CTS, a true luxury sports saloon with a European driving feel, is spearheading Cadillac’s commitment to become a global premium brand. the full story
The dramatically styled Cadillac CTS, a true luxury sports saloon with a European driving feel, is spearheading Cadillac’s commitment to become a global premium brand. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2005
Cadillac CTS
Concern About Police Driver Training ...
The Police Federation and the Daily Express reveal today further damning evidence of the decline in Police driver training standards. the full story
The Police Federation and the Daily Express reveal today further damning evidence of the decline in Police driver training standards. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2005
Driving Too Fast Kills More People Than ...
Speed limits are a once again becoming a major topic of discussion and some enforcement methods are at best misunderstood and on occasions a source of public irritation. the full story
Speed limits are a once again becoming a major topic of discussion and some enforcement methods are at best misunderstood and on occasions a source of public irritation. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2005
Bosch has started with the first production worldwide of throttle bodies for gasoline engines made from composite material
Bosch Produces First Throttle Body In ...
More economical to produce and 25 lighter Bosch has scored a worldwide first by starting production of a throttle body for petrol engines produced from composite material. the full story
More economical to produce and 25 lighter Bosch has scored a worldwide first by starting production of a throttle body for petrol engines produced from composite material. the full story
Published on: 13th May 2005
Quartix On The Right Track
Welsh business leading the way in vehicle tracking sector Quartix, one of the UK’s fastest growing automotive technology companies, achieved record profits and sales during the last financial year. the full story
Welsh business leading the way in vehicle tracking sector Quartix, one of the UK’s fastest growing automotive technology companies, achieved record profits and sales during the last financial year. the full story
Published on: 13th May 2005
Road Accidents - We Know What Happens ...
Isn’t it time we found out says Hyperformance? Friday 13th may be a day that even the sceptics handle with care but it’s not one that generally results in a dramatic increase in road accidents. the full story
Isn’t it time we found out says Hyperformance? Friday 13th may be a day that even the sceptics handle with care but it’s not one that generally results in a dramatic increase in road accidents. the full story
Published on: 11th May 2005
White Prestige-Badge Cars Can Cost ...
Metallic black is now best for strong residual values Paint colour has always had a major influence over the residual value of used cars, but never has this been more true than for today’s prestige-brand vehicles. the full story
Metallic black is now best for strong residual values Paint colour has always had a major influence over the residual value of used cars, but never has this been more true than for today’s prestige-brand vehicles. the full story
Published on: 10th May 2005
Calling All Mechanics - Work In Spain ...
Endemol UK are making a new TV series called The Garage for a British TV channel. The Garage will follow the day-to-day life of a busy independent garage set in an expat community on the Spanish coast. the full story
Endemol UK are making a new TV series called The Garage for a British TV channel. The Garage will follow the day-to-day life of a busy independent garage set in an expat community on the Spanish coast. the full story
Published on: 10th May 2005
Banks Should Assist MG Rover Warranty ...
MG Rover customers who bought their car on a Visa Debit Card are being urged to write to the Financial Ombudsman in an effort to claw back the cost of their warranty. the full story
MG Rover customers who bought their car on a Visa Debit Card are being urged to write to the Financial Ombudsman in an effort to claw back the cost of their warranty. the full story
Published on: 10th May 2005
Air-Con 'Whiff' Cycle Starts Again
With temperatures starting to show signs of upward mobility, motorists have finally started to bring their air-con system out of hibernation. the full story
With temperatures starting to show signs of upward mobility, motorists have finally started to bring their air-con system out of hibernation. the full story
Published on: 8th May 2005
Ascari KZ1 To Be Put Through Its Paces ...
The new British supercar, the stunning Ascari KZ1, has been confirmed as an entrant in the unique Supercar Run at the world’s biggest celebration of motorsport - the Goodwood Festival of Speed. the full story
The new British supercar, the stunning Ascari KZ1, has been confirmed as an entrant in the unique Supercar Run at the world’s biggest celebration of motorsport - the Goodwood Festival of Speed. the full story
Published on: 8th May 2005
Cadillac And Corvette Strengthens ...
Stratstone expands Cadillac and Corvette operations Prices of Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XLR and Corvette C6 announced Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette is expanding its sales operations throughout the UK, in support of the introduction of the right hand. the full story
Stratstone expands Cadillac and Corvette operations Prices of Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XLR and Corvette C6 announced Stratstone Cadillac & Corvette is expanding its sales operations throughout the UK, in support of the introduction of the right hand. the full story
Published on: 8th May 2005
Cowboy Clampers Reined In
The RAC Foundation is today (3rd May 2005) claiming a long overdue victory for motorists as clamping on private land without a licence becomes a criminal offence. the full story
The RAC Foundation is today (3rd May 2005) claiming a long overdue victory for motorists as clamping on private land without a licence becomes a criminal offence. the full story
Published on: 8th May 2005
How To Restore Triumph TR2, 3 & 3A
By Roger Williams Published May 2005 (UK) ISBN 1-903706-15-7 £24. 99 UK Now In Full Colour Covers bodywork, chassis, mechanical components and interior Based on the real hands-on experience of five TR restoration specialist. the full story
By Roger Williams Published May 2005 (UK) ISBN 1-903706-15-7 £24. 99 UK Now In Full Colour Covers bodywork, chassis, mechanical components and interior Based on the real hands-on experience of five TR restoration specialist. the full story
Published on: 8th May 2005
