The Motoring News for May 2007
May 2007
Smoking Behind The Wheel 'As ...
British motorists demand a total ban on smoking while drivingNew research out today reveals that 70 of Brits think smoking at the wheel is so dangerous it should be banned in all cars, not just company fleets, when the smoking ban comes into force on 1st July 2007. The research, commissioned by eBayMotors.co.uk, proves that smoking is as dangerously distracting as using mobile phones and eating behind the wheel. the full story
British motorists demand a total ban on smoking while drivingNew research out today reveals that 70 of Brits think smoking at the wheel is so dangerous it should be banned in all cars, not just company fleets, when the smoking ban comes into force on 1st July 2007. The research, commissioned by eBayMotors.co.uk, proves that smoking is as dangerously distracting as using mobile phones and eating behind the wheel. the full story
Published on: 31st May 2007
Drink-Drive Limit Must Be Cut - RoSPA
Kevin Clinton, Head of Road Safety at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), said the latest news about young drink-drivers underlined the urgent need for a reduction in the drink-dive limit and for police to be given powers to breath tests motorists anywhere and at any time. the full story
Kevin Clinton, Head of Road Safety at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), said the latest news about young drink-drivers underlined the urgent need for a reduction in the drink-dive limit and for police to be given powers to breath tests motorists anywhere and at any time. the full story
Published on: 30th May 2007
Go With The Flow - Trafficmaster Maps ...
Trafficmaster develops a new picture of Britain, by its real road speeds Four of top five quickest routes are in the Midlands Data makes Sat Nav smarter in finding best route The popular pub or dinner party debate around the fastest ways from A to B could be over. the full story
Trafficmaster develops a new picture of Britain, by its real road speeds Four of top five quickest routes are in the Midlands Data makes Sat Nav smarter in finding best route The popular pub or dinner party debate around the fastest ways from A to B could be over. the full story
Published on: 29th May 2007
Mind Your Language
Not Waving But Cursing: New RAC Foundation Study Into Communication Launched Today. Is the UK a nation of horn hogs tooting from the same hymn sheet - or are motorists a motley crew of confused communicators risking collisions with misleading signals, asks the RAC Foundation, launching a new survey today (25th May). the full story
Not Waving But Cursing: New RAC Foundation Study Into Communication Launched Today. Is the UK a nation of horn hogs tooting from the same hymn sheet - or are motorists a motley crew of confused communicators risking collisions with misleading signals, asks the RAC Foundation, launching a new survey today (25th May). the full story
Published on: 27th May 2007
RattleBuster
Make Irritating Car Rattles A Thing Of ...
A revolutionary car tool is set to take the motoring world by storm by helping to eliminate a problem that drives millions of motorists mad. the full story
A revolutionary car tool is set to take the motoring world by storm by helping to eliminate a problem that drives millions of motorists mad. the full story
Published on: 27th May 2007
150 Million Brake Control Systems From ...
Bosch introduced antilock braking system (ABS) to the market for the first time in 1978 ABS is standard equipment on new cars in the EU ABS, TCS and ESP® have been proven to improve road safety Bosch produces 65,000 systems daily at six locations worldwide. the full story
Bosch introduced antilock braking system (ABS) to the market for the first time in 1978 ABS is standard equipment on new cars in the EU ABS, TCS and ESP® have been proven to improve road safety Bosch produces 65,000 systems daily at six locations worldwide. the full story
Published on: 24th May 2007
Workaholic Brits Suffer From Urban ...
New research shows that stressed out city dwellers need to give themselves a break. One in five urbanites never take weekend breaks and a quarter only manage to escape the city twice a year, which causes them to feel run down and suffer from ‘urban fatigue’, according to new research out today. the full story
New research shows that stressed out city dwellers need to give themselves a break. One in five urbanites never take weekend breaks and a quarter only manage to escape the city twice a year, which causes them to feel run down and suffer from ‘urban fatigue’, according to new research out today. the full story
Published on: 24th May 2007
UK Travel Links To Be Pushed To Limit ...
Trafficlink, the UK’s leading provider of real-time traffic and travel information, is warning motorists that the coming bank holiday will see the worst travel congestion this year. the full story
Trafficlink, the UK’s leading provider of real-time traffic and travel information, is warning motorists that the coming bank holiday will see the worst travel congestion this year. the full story
Published on: 22nd May 2007
Make Dad A Safer Driver - Give Him A ...
This Father’s Day (Sunday 17 June) give Dad something to help in his role as family chauffeur - a DriveCheck voucher from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). the full story
This Father’s Day (Sunday 17 June) give Dad something to help in his role as family chauffeur - a DriveCheck voucher from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). the full story
Published on: 22nd May 2007
Motoring Costs Are Still More Important ...
Ipsos MORI research, commissioned by SMMT, shows that low CO2 emissions are still less important to buyers than annual running costs. the full story
Ipsos MORI research, commissioned by SMMT, shows that low CO2 emissions are still less important to buyers than annual running costs. the full story
Published on: 22nd May 2007
Driving Dreams From Guy Salmon Prestige ...
For those searching for the perfect gift to excite their Dad this Father’s Day, look no further. the full story
For those searching for the perfect gift to excite their Dad this Father’s Day, look no further. the full story
Published on: 21st May 2007
Highways Agency Removes 44 Roadwork ...
Roadworks at 44 sites on English motorways and major A roads will be lifted or completed by 6am on Friday in time for the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, the Highways Agency announced today. the full story
Roadworks at 44 sites on English motorways and major A roads will be lifted or completed by 6am on Friday in time for the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, the Highways Agency announced today. the full story
Published on: 21st May 2007
Swinton Insurance Sets The Standard For ...
Six Pentalty Points +Drivers with six points or more on their licence looking for insurance could soon be viewed as ‘standard’ rather than ‘non-standard’ says Swinton, the UK’s largest high street insurance broker. Pointeddrivers are no longer automatically penalised at Swinton as a result of the increase in the number of motorists now saddled with penalty points. the full story
Six Pentalty Points +Drivers with six points or more on their licence looking for insurance could soon be viewed as ‘standard’ rather than ‘non-standard’ says Swinton, the UK’s largest high street insurance broker. Pointeddrivers are no longer automatically penalised at Swinton as a result of the increase in the number of motorists now saddled with penalty points. the full story
Published on: 18th May 2007
Clarion Satellite Navigation
Clarion Maps The Way ForwardThree new feature-rich portable navigation devices from in-car specialist Clarion - the world’s largest manufacturer of in-car audio, entertainment and satellite navigation - has expanded its navigation range, following its first successful foray into portable devices last year, to create three new high-spec models for the burgeoning PND (portable navigation device) market. Combining razor-sharp design with leading-edge technology, Clarion’s MAP770, MAP670 and MAP370 PND offer customers a wide range of features to suit varying needs, at a price that makes finding your way, clear and affordable. New for 2007, the Clarion MAP770 and MAP670 portable sat. the full story
Clarion Maps The Way ForwardThree new feature-rich portable navigation devices from in-car specialist Clarion - the world’s largest manufacturer of in-car audio, entertainment and satellite navigation - has expanded its navigation range, following its first successful foray into portable devices last year, to create three new high-spec models for the burgeoning PND (portable navigation device) market. Combining razor-sharp design with leading-edge technology, Clarion’s MAP770, MAP670 and MAP370 PND offer customers a wide range of features to suit varying needs, at a price that makes finding your way, clear and affordable. New for 2007, the Clarion MAP770 and MAP670 portable sat. the full story
Published on: 16th May 2007
Clarion Satellite Navigation
Where There's Smoke There's No Buyers
Cigarette smell in the car puts off buyers warns BCAEnglish smokers will soon be joining those in Wales and Scotland in not being able to light up in a public place. the full story
Cigarette smell in the car puts off buyers warns BCAEnglish smokers will soon be joining those in Wales and Scotland in not being able to light up in a public place. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2007
The Garage Series 3
THE GARAGE, Discovery's highest rating UK made programme, is returning for a third series. We'll be back at English Mobile Mechanics, the independent garage run by Graham 'Jock' Campbell in Marbella. the full story
THE GARAGE, Discovery's highest rating UK made programme, is returning for a third series. We'll be back at English Mobile Mechanics, the independent garage run by Graham 'Jock' Campbell in Marbella. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2007
DVLA
BE57 ANZ' Meanz Heinz At DVLA This May
From May 14th, over eight million 57-series registrations will be available to view online, including a small selection of number plates relating to the iconic Heinz brand and its world famous advertising slogan ‘57 Varieties’. the full story
From May 14th, over eight million 57-series registrations will be available to view online, including a small selection of number plates relating to the iconic Heinz brand and its world famous advertising slogan ‘57 Varieties’. the full story
Published on: 11th May 2007
EU Commission, FIA, And Euro NCAP ...
Every car should be routinely equipped with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), or Electronic Stability Control as it is usually called by traffic experts. the full story
Every car should be routinely equipped with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), or Electronic Stability Control as it is usually called by traffic experts. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
Euro NCAP - For Safer Cars
In our quest to provide the most up-to-date information about the safety of newly available cars, Euro NCAP is delighted today to unveil a new visual identity and crucially to introduce a new website. the full story
In our quest to provide the most up-to-date information about the safety of newly available cars, Euro NCAP is delighted today to unveil a new visual identity and crucially to introduce a new website. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
Disappointing Results From Euro NCAP's ...
Today in Rome, the results of Euro NCAP's survey on Electronic Stability Control fitment are released, compelling Euro NCAP to call for manufacturers to fit ESC as standard to all cars. the full story
Today in Rome, the results of Euro NCAP's survey on Electronic Stability Control fitment are released, compelling Euro NCAP to call for manufacturers to fit ESC as standard to all cars. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
Driver Prosecution Is A First In The ...
A motorist has become the first driver on the region’s motorways to be prosecuted after a complaint by Highways Agency Traffic Officers. The man appeared at Tameside Magistrates’ Court in March and admitted driving under intermittent red crosses signifying a lane closure ahead. He was travelling clockwise near junction 22 of the M60 between Oldham and Ashton at around 8. 20pm on November 9. the full story
A motorist has become the first driver on the region’s motorways to be prosecuted after a complaint by Highways Agency Traffic Officers. The man appeared at Tameside Magistrates’ Court in March and admitted driving under intermittent red crosses signifying a lane closure ahead. He was travelling clockwise near junction 22 of the M60 between Oldham and Ashton at around 8. 20pm on November 9. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
TRACKER Recovers A Stolen Vehicle In 11 ...
TRACKER has made a record-breaking recovery - activating, alerting the police, tracking and finding the stolen vehicle - all within 11 minutes. The BMW was stolen from its owner Kin Chu’s driveway in Manchester. the full story
TRACKER has made a record-breaking recovery - activating, alerting the police, tracking and finding the stolen vehicle - all within 11 minutes. The BMW was stolen from its owner Kin Chu’s driveway in Manchester. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
Six Million Motorists Under Pressure To ...
Almost three quarters of UK motorists believe they are driving around safely, when millions are in fact dangerously unaware that they are putting their lives and the lives of their passengers at risk. According to a new survey published today, a massive 74. 7 of drivers believe they have never driven on a tyre which is even slightly unsafe, but only a third of those questioned know what the legal minimum tread depth of their tyres actually is. While almost 60 of motorists claim to have checked their tyre pressures in the last month, only 35 were informed enough to know what they should be checking - leaving 65 driving on potentially dangerous tyres. Bridgestone UK is behind the survey, as part of its campaign to offer every motorist in the country a free tyre health check and cut down on the 34,351 deaths and serious injuries on UK roads each year*. the full story
Almost three quarters of UK motorists believe they are driving around safely, when millions are in fact dangerously unaware that they are putting their lives and the lives of their passengers at risk. According to a new survey published today, a massive 74. 7 of drivers believe they have never driven on a tyre which is even slightly unsafe, but only a third of those questioned know what the legal minimum tread depth of their tyres actually is. While almost 60 of motorists claim to have checked their tyre pressures in the last month, only 35 were informed enough to know what they should be checking - leaving 65 driving on potentially dangerous tyres. Bridgestone UK is behind the survey, as part of its campaign to offer every motorist in the country a free tyre health check and cut down on the 34,351 deaths and serious injuries on UK roads each year*. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2007
ZF Develops Automatic 8-Speed ...
ZF has designed a new automatic transmission generation for passenger cars: With the automatic 8-speed transmission the chassis and driveline specialist succeeds once more in combining seemingly contradictory goals. the full story
ZF has designed a new automatic transmission generation for passenger cars: With the automatic 8-speed transmission the chassis and driveline specialist succeeds once more in combining seemingly contradictory goals. the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
ZF 8-Speed Transmission
Band & Olufsen
The Bang & Olufsen Earset 2
Bang & Olufsen Introduce The Ultimate Bluetooth Hands-Free Telephone SolutionPioneering Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth technology cuts out background noise enabling interference-free mobile telephone conversations, anywhereLondon, Thursday 3rd May 2007 Earset 2 from Bang & Olufsen is the ultimate hands-free solution for mobile telephone conversations, be they in a noisy car, on the street or anywhere where background noise can take over. the full story
Bang & Olufsen Introduce The Ultimate Bluetooth Hands-Free Telephone SolutionPioneering Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth technology cuts out background noise enabling interference-free mobile telephone conversations, anywhereLondon, Thursday 3rd May 2007 Earset 2 from Bang & Olufsen is the ultimate hands-free solution for mobile telephone conversations, be they in a noisy car, on the street or anywhere where background noise can take over. the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
Mobile Compliance Device Catches Out ...
VOSA’s Mobile Compliance Device (MCD) recently displayed the truly vital role it is playing in helping the Agency to identify and prosecute those who choose to break the law. the full story
VOSA’s Mobile Compliance Device (MCD) recently displayed the truly vital role it is playing in helping the Agency to identify and prosecute those who choose to break the law. the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
More Than 50% Of Cars Now Need A ...
As car and engine technology gets ever more sophisticated, filling your vehicle with the correct oil is becoming more important than ever, warns car care company Comma. According to the guide issued to over 8000 garage workshops across the UK by Comma, more than half the vehicles listed now require a vehicle-specific oil. the full story
As car and engine technology gets ever more sophisticated, filling your vehicle with the correct oil is becoming more important than ever, warns car care company Comma. According to the guide issued to over 8000 garage workshops across the UK by Comma, more than half the vehicles listed now require a vehicle-specific oil. the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
Pothole Repair? Postcode Potluck More ...
Despite sinking billions into the public purse, British motorists are being subjected to a postcode lottery when it comes to the repair of potholes. The monitoring of local roads and the time it takes to get them repaired depends on where you live, according to an investigation by new independent campaign website, . the full story
Despite sinking billions into the public purse, British motorists are being subjected to a postcode lottery when it comes to the repair of potholes. The monitoring of local roads and the time it takes to get them repaired depends on where you live, according to an investigation by new independent campaign website, . the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
Top Gear: My Dad Had One Of Those
Top Gear: My Dad Had One of Those Publication date: Thursday 17th May ISBN: 0563539194, RRP: £9. 99, Hardback By Giles Chapman & Richard PorterDon't you just love your dad? He collected you from school discos, delivered you to Sunday morning hockey matches and gave you a lift when you were late for school. the full story
Top Gear: My Dad Had One of Those Publication date: Thursday 17th May ISBN: 0563539194, RRP: £9. 99, Hardback By Giles Chapman & Richard PorterDon't you just love your dad? He collected you from school discos, delivered you to Sunday morning hockey matches and gave you a lift when you were late for school. the full story
Published on: 3rd May 2007
