The Motoring News for November 2005
November 2005
Nicholas Claus
Claus Revs Up For Christmas Rush At ...
Visitors to Brands Hatch couldn’t quite believe their eyes this week as they witnessed fledgling racing car driver, Nicholas Claus, put a variety of cars through their paces as he enjoyed the circuit’s range of driving gift experiences. the full story
Visitors to Brands Hatch couldn’t quite believe their eyes this week as they witnessed fledgling racing car driver, Nicholas Claus, put a variety of cars through their paces as he enjoyed the circuit’s range of driving gift experiences. the full story
Published on: 30th Nov 2005
What Do You Look For In A Car?
Gadgets Rule The Roads Say UK Drivers! Whether a car has air conditioning, a CD player or even cup holders are the most important factors when choosing a motor according to latest research from Bank of Scotland Vehicle Finance. the full story
Gadgets Rule The Roads Say UK Drivers! Whether a car has air conditioning, a CD player or even cup holders are the most important factors when choosing a motor according to latest research from Bank of Scotland Vehicle Finance. the full story
Published on: 30th Nov 2005
The Cars We Can Rely Upon To - Fail
The cars most likely to give British motorists the lion’s share of an annual £680 million financial headache have been revealed. the full story
The cars most likely to give British motorists the lion’s share of an annual £680 million financial headache have been revealed. the full story
Published on: 30th Nov 2005
Cars Direct Launches First Internet ...
Auction website offers real alternative to existing on-line retail sites such as ebay Consumers can buy with confidence quality used cars at trade prices all sourced from UK’s leading fleet, finance and leasing companies Access to wide range of vehicles, 24 hours / 7 days a week all from the comfort of home. the full story
Auction website offers real alternative to existing on-line retail sites such as ebay Consumers can buy with confidence quality used cars at trade prices all sourced from UK’s leading fleet, finance and leasing companies Access to wide range of vehicles, 24 hours / 7 days a week all from the comfort of home. the full story
Published on: 29th Nov 2005
Euro NCAP - Celebrating 10 Years In Car ...
Euro NCAP is celebrating 10 years of vehicle safety public awareness with a high level conference that will bring together a prestigious list of speakers from Europe, Japan and the USA. the full story
Euro NCAP is celebrating 10 years of vehicle safety public awareness with a high level conference that will bring together a prestigious list of speakers from Europe, Japan and the USA. the full story
Published on: 29th Nov 2005
Euro NCAP Consumer Car Buying Survey ...
Euro NCAP recently commissioned Market & Opinion Research International (MORI) to carry out a survey across Europe to identify the most important aspects influencing consumer choice when making a purchasing decision. the full story
Euro NCAP recently commissioned Market & Opinion Research International (MORI) to carry out a survey across Europe to identify the most important aspects influencing consumer choice when making a purchasing decision. the full story
Published on: 29th Nov 2005
Lex Welcomes 3-Year Tax Disc Proposals
Lex Vehicle Leasing, the UK’s largest contract hire and leasing company welcomes proposals planned by the Department of Transport to introduce three-year tax discs for fleet users. the full story
Lex Vehicle Leasing, the UK’s largest contract hire and leasing company welcomes proposals planned by the Department of Transport to introduce three-year tax discs for fleet users. the full story
Published on: 29th Nov 2005
Longer Service Intervals Can Lead To ...
Motorists are now spending less time at garages due to longer service intervals on newer cars, which could mean dangerous tyres aren’t getting spotted. the full story
Motorists are now spending less time at garages due to longer service intervals on newer cars, which could mean dangerous tyres aren’t getting spotted. the full story
Published on: 29th Nov 2005
Ten Years Of Crashing New Cars
The safety of cars for occupants has increased five-fold for some types of cars thanks to ten years of the Euro NCAP crash testing programme. the full story
The safety of cars for occupants has increased five-fold for some types of cars thanks to ten years of the Euro NCAP crash testing programme. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2005
Ill-Prepared Motorists Continue To Risk ...
The predicted ‘Big Freeze’ this weekend will once again highlight the risk millions of motorists will take on their journeys this winter. the full story
The predicted ‘Big Freeze’ this weekend will once again highlight the risk millions of motorists will take on their journeys this winter. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2005
Winter Driving
Cold Snap No Problem For 4x4 Drivers
The Met Office is forecasting snow showers for most parts of the UK this weekend. However, the nation's 4x4 drivers shouldn't need to change their weekend plans. the full story
The Met Office is forecasting snow showers for most parts of the UK this weekend. However, the nation's 4x4 drivers shouldn't need to change their weekend plans. the full story
Published on: 26th Nov 2005
Le Mans Cobra (39 PH)
Le Mans Cobra (39 PH) To Headline H&H ...
One of the most famous and desirable of all AC Cobras has been secured for H&H’s February 2006 sale. the full story
One of the most famous and desirable of all AC Cobras has been secured for H&H’s February 2006 sale. the full story
Published on: 26th Nov 2005
H&H Classic Auctions Ends Landmark Year ...
H&H has rounded off by far its most successful year to date with an £800,000 sale at Buxton - November 22/23. the full story
H&H has rounded off by far its most successful year to date with an £800,000 sale at Buxton - November 22/23. the full story
Published on: 26th Nov 2005
1927 Lombard AL3 GL/R Drophead Coupe
Wide Eyed And Legless
Almost half of all pedestrians killed in road crashes between 10 pm and 4 am on Fridays and Saturdays are more than twice over the drink drive limit according to a new Government figures* released by the RAC Foundation on the day that the new licensing regime comes into force (24th November). the full story
Almost half of all pedestrians killed in road crashes between 10 pm and 4 am on Fridays and Saturdays are more than twice over the drink drive limit according to a new Government figures* released by the RAC Foundation on the day that the new licensing regime comes into force (24th November). the full story
Published on: 26th Nov 2005
The Thunderbirds FAB 1 Film Car
Thunderbirds Are Back
The Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon in Warwickshire has a new arrival in the museum - the Thunderbirds FAB 1 film car is on long-term loan to the museum from the Ford Motor Company. the full story
The Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon in Warwickshire has a new arrival in the museum - the Thunderbirds FAB 1 film car is on long-term loan to the museum from the Ford Motor Company. the full story
Published on: 26th Nov 2005
There Are A Million Books About Cars, ...
For anyone who’s ever enjoyed the freedom of motoring, here is a book like no other in the world. the full story
For anyone who’s ever enjoyed the freedom of motoring, here is a book like no other in the world. the full story
Published on: 24th Nov 2005
Racy Women Set New World Record
62 females gather to compete at Pembrey Circuit South Wales Last weekend (November 19/20), 62 female motor racers attempted to create a new world record when they competed in the four Formula Woman Novice Races at Pembrey, South Wales - never before have so. the full story
62 females gather to compete at Pembrey Circuit South Wales Last weekend (November 19/20), 62 female motor racers attempted to create a new world record when they competed in the four Formula Woman Novice Races at Pembrey, South Wales - never before have so. the full story
Published on: 24th Nov 2005
Formula Woman
Icy Mornings Tempt Car Thieves
Cars are more difficult to steal than ever, aren’t they? Well, no, not if they are left unattended with the engine running! The first cold snap of the winter has brought a stark warning from leading vehicle security company Retainagroup, about the risks of starting a car first thing in the morning, and leaving it to warm up and defrost while finishing your coffee and cornflakes. the full story
Cars are more difficult to steal than ever, aren’t they? Well, no, not if they are left unattended with the engine running! The first cold snap of the winter has brought a stark warning from leading vehicle security company Retainagroup, about the risks of starting a car first thing in the morning, and leaving it to warm up and defrost while finishing your coffee and cornflakes. the full story
Published on: 22nd Nov 2005
Hertz NeverLost Launches In Europe
Hertz is launching a unique version of its ground-breaking Hertz NeverLost satellite navigation system across Europe this Autumn. the full story
Hertz is launching a unique version of its ground-breaking Hertz NeverLost satellite navigation system across Europe this Autumn. the full story
Published on: 22nd Nov 2005
Automotive Paint Protection
Eurochem Auto Chemicals are proud to announce their latest development in car paint work protection sealants. the full story
Eurochem Auto Chemicals are proud to announce their latest development in car paint work protection sealants. the full story
Published on: 19th Nov 2005
Snow Chain Kit
Snow Chains A Legal Requirement In ...
The French and Swiss make it quite clear. British motorists without snow chains are not welcome to their ski resorts - it’s illegal. the full story
The French and Swiss make it quite clear. British motorists without snow chains are not welcome to their ski resorts - it’s illegal. the full story
Published on: 19th Nov 2005
Are Too Many Cameras Trivialising ...
Award winning insurance intermediary, The A&A Group Ltd, has warned that the large number of speeding cameras on our roads may be trivialising the offence to such an extent that points on a driving licence are almost coming to be accepted as the norm. the full story
Award winning insurance intermediary, The A&A Group Ltd, has warned that the large number of speeding cameras on our roads may be trivialising the offence to such an extent that points on a driving licence are almost coming to be accepted as the norm. the full story
Published on: 19th Nov 2005
Black Cabs Head For Middle East Road ...
Two specially-built black cabs are heading for the Middle East for a unique road test before picking up their first fares. the full story
Two specially-built black cabs are heading for the Middle East for a unique road test before picking up their first fares. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2005
LTI Vehicles London taxi
Cadillac CTS-V,
Cadillac Wins Drivers' And ...
BREUKELEN - With a total of four victories, two pole positions and nine podium finishes, the black CTS-V racers of Team Cadillac claimed a clean sweep of both the drivers’ and manufacturers’ championships in the 2005 SCCA SPEED World Challenge GT series for production-based models. the full story
BREUKELEN - With a total of four victories, two pole positions and nine podium finishes, the black CTS-V racers of Team Cadillac claimed a clean sweep of both the drivers’ and manufacturers’ championships in the 2005 SCCA SPEED World Challenge GT series for production-based models. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2005
Time To Outlaw Cowboy Clampers, Say ...
Ninety four percent of motorists want to see wheel clamping on private land outlawed in England and Wales, according to a new poll from the RAC Foundation for Motoring*. the full story
Ninety four percent of motorists want to see wheel clamping on private land outlawed in England and Wales, according to a new poll from the RAC Foundation for Motoring*. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2005
Schuppan Porsche 962 CR Road Car For ...
A surprise late entrant to the MPH ’05 live motoring spectacle running at Earls Court in London until Sunday is a street legal Porsche 962 CR converted from one of the 1993 Le Mans winning team cars by Modena Wycombe for race winning driver, Vern Schuppan who started the 962 CR project by buying the race cars from Porsche. the full story
A surprise late entrant to the MPH ’05 live motoring spectacle running at Earls Court in London until Sunday is a street legal Porsche 962 CR converted from one of the 1993 Le Mans winning team cars by Modena Wycombe for race winning driver, Vern Schuppan who started the 962 CR project by buying the race cars from Porsche. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2005
Saleen Exhibits And Offers ...
Saleen, the American-based specialty automobile manufacturer, is all about power and performance. the full story
Saleen, the American-based specialty automobile manufacturer, is all about power and performance. the full story
Published on: 17th Nov 2005
MPH '05 - A Roaring Success In ...
Sell out shows, crowd pleasing car crashes, world first stunts, the sale of some of the of the most expensive metal in Britain, and Jeremy Clarkson admitting he actually rather likes Birmingham - just some of the reasons why MPH ‘05 at the NEC has been hailed as a huge success. the full story
Sell out shows, crowd pleasing car crashes, world first stunts, the sale of some of the of the most expensive metal in Britain, and Jeremy Clarkson admitting he actually rather likes Birmingham - just some of the reasons why MPH ‘05 at the NEC has been hailed as a huge success. the full story
Published on: 16th Nov 2005
Ascari KZ1 Storms Into Top Five On BBC ...
The Banbury built Ascari KZ1 supercar has recently stormed the BBC Top Gear leader board, blitzing the likes of the Ford GT and SLR Mclaren to claim a top five spot in the league of fastest laps around the Top Gear track. the full story
The Banbury built Ascari KZ1 supercar has recently stormed the BBC Top Gear leader board, blitzing the likes of the Ford GT and SLR Mclaren to claim a top five spot in the league of fastest laps around the Top Gear track. the full story
Published on: 14th Nov 2005
Car Of The Year Revealed At Autocar ...
The Renault Clio has been awarded the prestigious accolade of ‘Car Of The Year’ for 2006. the full story
The Renault Clio has been awarded the prestigious accolade of ‘Car Of The Year’ for 2006. the full story
Published on: 14th Nov 2005
Safety And Style In Smallest Speed ...
RoadPilot launches microGo, the world’s smallest all-in-one GPS speed camera locator Plug-and-go and one-touch operation provide outstanding ease of use Visual and audible (voice and beeps) alerts ensure maximum safety and driving licence protection Daily RoadPilot camera location updates quickly accessible online New variable colour backlight to match vehicle instrumentation. the full story
RoadPilot launches microGo, the world’s smallest all-in-one GPS speed camera locator Plug-and-go and one-touch operation provide outstanding ease of use Visual and audible (voice and beeps) alerts ensure maximum safety and driving licence protection Daily RoadPilot camera location updates quickly accessible online New variable colour backlight to match vehicle instrumentation. the full story
Published on: 12th Nov 2005
microGo by RoadPilot
Property Vroom
Why a neighbour's car can wipe tens of thousands off YOUR house price Homeowners who've repainted the hallway, landscaped their garden and transformed their bathroom in the hope of a profitable sale. the full story
Why a neighbour's car can wipe tens of thousands off YOUR house price Homeowners who've repainted the hallway, landscaped their garden and transformed their bathroom in the hope of a profitable sale. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2005
Motorists are putting their safety at risk by failing to complete regular vehicle checks, according to car part and servicing giant Unipart Automotive. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2005
Headlights
Xenon Headlights Can Draw The Sting ...
The evenings drawing in and the long dark nights, and often wet conditions, make driving particularly hazardous. the full story
The evenings drawing in and the long dark nights, and often wet conditions, make driving particularly hazardous. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2005
Reading Your Owner's Manual Could Save ...
This week, 7-13 November, is Road Safety Week and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has called for car owners to take the time to read their owner's manual. the full story
This week, 7-13 November, is Road Safety Week and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has called for car owners to take the time to read their owner's manual. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
Do You Have What It Takes Behind The ...
David Coulthard tests his M-IQ and enters nationwide competition to claim 'Britain's Cleverest Driver' title. the full story
David Coulthard tests his M-IQ and enters nationwide competition to claim 'Britain's Cleverest Driver' title. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
Jaguar XK Coupe Heads Star Cast At MPH ...
Performance and luxury is set to star at MPH ’05 as a cast of models including Jaguar’s new XK coupe, the 750 HP Saleen S7 Turbo, the 641 HP Gumpert Apollo and the street legal Radical SR8 V8 are all set to make their UK show or public driving debuts. the full story
Performance and luxury is set to star at MPH ’05 as a cast of models including Jaguar’s new XK coupe, the 750 HP Saleen S7 Turbo, the 641 HP Gumpert Apollo and the street legal Radical SR8 V8 are all set to make their UK show or public driving debuts. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
Sunita Shroff To Compete In The ...
Sunita Shroff TV presenter and actress, will Navigate in a 1995 300Tdi Defender for Russ Brown of the Beds, Herts and Cambs Land Rover Club in the forthcoming Macmillan 4x4 UK challenge. the full story
Sunita Shroff TV presenter and actress, will Navigate in a 1995 300Tdi Defender for Russ Brown of the Beds, Herts and Cambs Land Rover Club in the forthcoming Macmillan 4x4 UK challenge. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
Macmillan 4x4 UK challenge
Motors vs Missus
British men own up about their secret lovers MORE than three quarters of British men have a secret mistress according to new research published today. the full story
British men own up about their secret lovers MORE than three quarters of British men have a secret mistress according to new research published today. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
No Tax, MOT - Clamped
The RAC Foundation gave a cautious welcome to the Lord Chancellor’s plans released today (7. 11. 05) to take some motoring offences outside the court system and to use wheel clamping to target some untaxed vehicles. the full story
The RAC Foundation gave a cautious welcome to the Lord Chancellor’s plans released today (7. 11. 05) to take some motoring offences outside the court system and to use wheel clamping to target some untaxed vehicles. the full story
Published on: 8th Nov 2005
The latest Sparkrite Booster
More Motorists Likely To Have A Flat ...
According to the RAC more than 17 of all vehicle breakdowns are a result of a flat battery. the full story
According to the RAC more than 17 of all vehicle breakdowns are a result of a flat battery. the full story
Published on: 6th Nov 2005
