The Motoring News for October 2007
October 2007
The British Steam Car Challenge
The British Steam Car Challenge was established to set British and world land speed records in excess of 200mph. the full story
The British Steam Car Challenge was established to set British and world land speed records in excess of 200mph. the full story
Published on: 30th Oct 2007
easyVan.com Increases Availability Of ...
Following strong demand from customers for the Luton vans with tail lift, easyVan.com has decided to put this type of van on "free sale" in Huddersfield, Milton Keynes, Peterborough and Huntingdon. the full story
Following strong demand from customers for the Luton vans with tail lift, easyVan.com has decided to put this type of van on "free sale" in Huddersfield, Milton Keynes, Peterborough and Huntingdon. the full story
Published on: 30th Oct 2007
Vehicle Branding Specialist Wraps Up ...
West Oxfordshire based Sign Language Ltd have won a significant piece of business with the UK's largest radio company, G-Cap media plc. During the past three months Sign Language have been wrapping more than 50 vehicles consisting of Mitsubishi Grandis and Ford Galaxy in G-Cap media's ingenious Thunder design. the full story
West Oxfordshire based Sign Language Ltd have won a significant piece of business with the UK's largest radio company, G-Cap media plc. During the past three months Sign Language have been wrapping more than 50 vehicles consisting of Mitsubishi Grandis and Ford Galaxy in G-Cap media's ingenious Thunder design. the full story
Published on: 30th Oct 2007
DfT's Be Safe Be Seen Campaign - ...
As the clocks go back an hour on Sunday (28th October) the THINK! road safety campaign is reminding parents and children to Be Safe Be Seen as the nights draw in. the full story
As the clocks go back an hour on Sunday (28th October) the THINK! road safety campaign is reminding parents and children to Be Safe Be Seen as the nights draw in. the full story
Published on: 27th Oct 2007
Time To Stop Putting The Clocks Back
National road safety charity Brake is calling on drivers to slow down and look out for people on foot and bicycle as the clocks go back making evenings darker and more trecherous on our roads. the full story
National road safety charity Brake is calling on drivers to slow down and look out for people on foot and bicycle as the clocks go back making evenings darker and more trecherous on our roads. the full story
Published on: 27th Oct 2007
The WE57 HAM Number Plate
Hammers Plate Sells For Record £57,000
West Ham shot to the top of the premier league of personalised registration numbers today when the licence plate WE57 HAM went for a record-breaking £57,000 at auction. A fierce bidding war erupted at the DVLA Personalised Registrations sale in Bishop’s Stortford as dozens of die-hard fans of the club battled it out for the ultimate Hammers status symbol. And that sent the price rocketing and forced the winning bidder, who bid anonymously over the internet, to smash the previous record for a football-related registration - the £36,000 paid for AR53 NAL in 2004. Damian Lawson, Marketing Manager for DVLA Personalised Registrations, was delighted by the huge sum fetched by the star lot. He said: ‘The atmosphere in the auction room was electric - it was like a cup final. the full story
West Ham shot to the top of the premier league of personalised registration numbers today when the licence plate WE57 HAM went for a record-breaking £57,000 at auction. A fierce bidding war erupted at the DVLA Personalised Registrations sale in Bishop’s Stortford as dozens of die-hard fans of the club battled it out for the ultimate Hammers status symbol. And that sent the price rocketing and forced the winning bidder, who bid anonymously over the internet, to smash the previous record for a football-related registration - the £36,000 paid for AR53 NAL in 2004. Damian Lawson, Marketing Manager for DVLA Personalised Registrations, was delighted by the huge sum fetched by the star lot. He said: ‘The atmosphere in the auction room was electric - it was like a cup final. the full story
Published on: 27th Oct 2007
Business Driver Danger : Something can ...
The Fleet Safety Association welcomes the government’s recognition of the detrimental effect that road crashes involving those who drive for business purposes has on both society and commercial life in the UK. the full story
The Fleet Safety Association welcomes the government’s recognition of the detrimental effect that road crashes involving those who drive for business purposes has on both society and commercial life in the UK. the full story
Published on: 25th Oct 2007
Introducing The Rubber Wonderbroom, ...
Rubber WonderbroomIt makes cleaning car mats a cinch. Because it’s made from rubber it becomes electrostatically charged and attracts all sorts of fluff and animal hair. the full story
Rubber WonderbroomIt makes cleaning car mats a cinch. Because it’s made from rubber it becomes electrostatically charged and attracts all sorts of fluff and animal hair. the full story
Published on: 25th Oct 2007
JML Magic Carpet
RoSPA:: Help Prevent The Accident Surge ...
As darker evenings return this weekend, RoSPA is urging all road users to play a part in trying to reduce the toll of deaths and injuries made worse by the current way clocks are changed. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents wants people not only to take extra care as the nights draw in, but also to continue to press politicians to introduce a system which would bring lighter evenings all year round. Kevin Clinton, RoSPA Head of Road Safety, said: "Road accident rates rise after the clocks change in October and visibility and weather conditions begin to worsen. the full story
As darker evenings return this weekend, RoSPA is urging all road users to play a part in trying to reduce the toll of deaths and injuries made worse by the current way clocks are changed. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents wants people not only to take extra care as the nights draw in, but also to continue to press politicians to introduce a system which would bring lighter evenings all year round. Kevin Clinton, RoSPA Head of Road Safety, said: "Road accident rates rise after the clocks change in October and visibility and weather conditions begin to worsen. the full story
Published on: 25th Oct 2007
Faltering Demand Creates Buyers' Market ...
The market has experienced a marked downturn in activity over recent weeks, with the usual seasonal weakening in trade demand and prices coming more suddenly and more sharply than many dealers had anticipated. the full story
The market has experienced a marked downturn in activity over recent weeks, with the usual seasonal weakening in trade demand and prices coming more suddenly and more sharply than many dealers had anticipated. the full story
Published on: 25th Oct 2007
825,000 Four-Year Old Cars Will Suffer ...
The big end may last eight years, but you are more likely to have trouble starting it after just four years according to a new car reliability survey. With up to 825,000 four-year-old vehicles* suffering a mechanical failure this year alone, Warranty Direct analysed ten popular manufacturers to find out when common faults are likely to leave you reaching for your wallet. the full story
The big end may last eight years, but you are more likely to have trouble starting it after just four years according to a new car reliability survey. With up to 825,000 four-year-old vehicles* suffering a mechanical failure this year alone, Warranty Direct analysed ten popular manufacturers to find out when common faults are likely to leave you reaching for your wallet. the full story
Published on: 24th Oct 2007
End Of The Road For The Great British ...
UK roads drive motorists to despairTHE thrill of the open road is a distant memory across the nation, according to a study released today - almost half of all Brits can't name a great place to drive. the full story
UK roads drive motorists to despairTHE thrill of the open road is a distant memory across the nation, according to a study released today - almost half of all Brits can't name a great place to drive. the full story
Published on: 24th Oct 2007
A Year Of Smoking Bans To Make Ashtray ...
The effects of the recent introduction of the new Highway Code are already being felt amongst car buyers. the full story
The effects of the recent introduction of the new Highway Code are already being felt amongst car buyers. the full story
Published on: 23rd Oct 2007
Toyota Hilux Invincible
First Car To Reach The Magnetic North ...
Known for their extreme adventures, the MPH ’07 presenters Clarkson, May and Hammond don’t do things by half, and their epic journey to reach the Magnetic North Pole by car was no exception. the full story
Known for their extreme adventures, the MPH ’07 presenters Clarkson, May and Hammond don’t do things by half, and their epic journey to reach the Magnetic North Pole by car was no exception. the full story
Published on: 23rd Oct 2007
Local stars aim for British glory at ...
By the time the contenders in the Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross Championship take to the track at Croft on Sunday 21st October 2007 to start the final round of the series they will have covered seven events in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. the full story
By the time the contenders in the Kumho Tyres MSA British Rallycross Championship take to the track at Croft on Sunday 21st October 2007 to start the final round of the series they will have covered seven events in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. the full story
Published on: 19th Oct 2007
Kumho Tyres
Bugatti Veyron
MPH: Top of the bots for Aston Martin
Shove over Sian, clear off Charlotte and relax Robbie, there’s a new ‘rear of the year’ in town, and this one has a licence to thrill – the brand new Aston Martin DBS. the full story
Shove over Sian, clear off Charlotte and relax Robbie, there’s a new ‘rear of the year’ in town, and this one has a licence to thrill – the brand new Aston Martin DBS. the full story
Published on: 19th Oct 2007
Hard shoulders expected to be used as ...
A Government leak reported in the suggests hard shoulders will be used as extra lanes on more motorways following a pilot scheme in Birmingham. the full story
A Government leak reported in the suggests hard shoulders will be used as extra lanes on more motorways following a pilot scheme in Birmingham. the full story
Published on: 18th Oct 2007
DaimlerChrysler Financial Services ...
In a recent Sewells Information and Research survey of automotive finance providers, DaimlerChrysler Financial Services – a sister company to DaimlerChrysler UK – was voted as the best in the business. the full story
In a recent Sewells Information and Research survey of automotive finance providers, DaimlerChrysler Financial Services – a sister company to DaimlerChrysler UK – was voted as the best in the business. the full story
Published on: 17th Oct 2007
Lex Announces £4.5m Hewden Tools Sale ...
The acquisition of Hewden Tools by Lex customer Speedy Hire PLC has seen the UK’s leading contract hire company complete one of the largest sale and leaseback agreements in its history. Lex handed over a cheque for £4. 5m, after it purchased 740 cars and vans from Hewden Tools and leased them back on the day the acquisition by Speedy Hire was announced to the Stock Exchange on the 1st August 2007. This extends the sole supply Speedy Hire fleet on contract hire with Lex to over 2,500 vehicles, including more than 1,500 light commercials and nearly 1,000 cars. Some of Hewden’s fleet are on short term contracts and will be replaced in 2008, while the rest have been transferred onto Speedy Hire’s 30-month and 36-month replacement policy for vans and cars respectively. From 1 January Lex will begin to rebrand the Hewden vehicles as Speedy Hire. the full story
The acquisition of Hewden Tools by Lex customer Speedy Hire PLC has seen the UK’s leading contract hire company complete one of the largest sale and leaseback agreements in its history. Lex handed over a cheque for £4. 5m, after it purchased 740 cars and vans from Hewden Tools and leased them back on the day the acquisition by Speedy Hire was announced to the Stock Exchange on the 1st August 2007. This extends the sole supply Speedy Hire fleet on contract hire with Lex to over 2,500 vehicles, including more than 1,500 light commercials and nearly 1,000 cars. Some of Hewden’s fleet are on short term contracts and will be replaced in 2008, while the rest have been transferred onto Speedy Hire’s 30-month and 36-month replacement policy for vans and cars respectively. From 1 January Lex will begin to rebrand the Hewden vehicles as Speedy Hire. the full story
Published on: 17th Oct 2007
National wins major contract with MOD ...
National Car Rental has signed a major new contract to provide rental vehicles to the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), an agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD). the full story
National Car Rental has signed a major new contract to provide rental vehicles to the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), an agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD). the full story
Published on: 17th Oct 2007
The Last WORKS MINIS in International ...
In our series of Christmas Gift Ideas for the MotoristThe Mini's Motorsport Swansong Lots of pictures Accessible, enjoyable writing style The original Mini is still very popular Completes the story of the ‘Works Mini’ in motorsport. the full story
In our series of Christmas Gift Ideas for the MotoristThe Mini's Motorsport Swansong Lots of pictures Accessible, enjoyable writing style The original Mini is still very popular Completes the story of the ‘Works Mini’ in motorsport. the full story
Published on: 16th Oct 2007
Works Minis
Almost Half Of In-Car Smokers Will ...
Although over 3 million UK motorists have had accidents, ‘near misses’ or lapses in concentration as a result of in-car smoking distractions, a staggering 45 per cent of motorists who smoke questioned in a study by esure car insurance will ignore the new rules set out in the revised Highway Code and continue to light-up behind the wheel. the full story
Although over 3 million UK motorists have had accidents, ‘near misses’ or lapses in concentration as a result of in-car smoking distractions, a staggering 45 per cent of motorists who smoke questioned in a study by esure car insurance will ignore the new rules set out in the revised Highway Code and continue to light-up behind the wheel. the full story
Published on: 15th Oct 2007
Clarion MAX973HD
The New Clarion MAX973HD Multimedia Unit
Clarion's MAX973HD forges the latest in high-end audio visual reproduction techniques with state-of-the-art in-built navigation technology, to create a multi-media masterpiece that guides and transports ICE enthusiasts beyond the realms of everyday in-car infotainment. The MAX973HD is DVD±R/DVD±RW ready, deploying a 7-inch QVGA TFT colour LCD monitor for the reproduction of the highest quality video images, whilst 2-zone technology means the double-DIN dazzler can deliver a combination of dual sources; audio or navigation in the front for example, with DVD in the back, via an add-on head rest or overhead monitor/s for example. the full story
Clarion's MAX973HD forges the latest in high-end audio visual reproduction techniques with state-of-the-art in-built navigation technology, to create a multi-media masterpiece that guides and transports ICE enthusiasts beyond the realms of everyday in-car infotainment. The MAX973HD is DVD±R/DVD±RW ready, deploying a 7-inch QVGA TFT colour LCD monitor for the reproduction of the highest quality video images, whilst 2-zone technology means the double-DIN dazzler can deliver a combination of dual sources; audio or navigation in the front for example, with DVD in the back, via an add-on head rest or overhead monitor/s for example. the full story
Published on: 11th Oct 2007
The Magnicard From JML
Introducing the magnicard from JML - this great little product fits in your wallet so you can take it everywhere. the full story
Introducing the magnicard from JML - this great little product fits in your wallet so you can take it everywhere. the full story
Published on: 11th Oct 2007
JML Magnicard
ABD Welcomes Doubling Of Transport ...
Alistair Darling's announcement today of a doubling of the transport budget will be welcome news to British drivers who, instead of around one sixth of their £46 billion taxes per year going on transport will see closer to one third being reinvested. the full story
Alistair Darling's announcement today of a doubling of the transport budget will be welcome news to British drivers who, instead of around one sixth of their £46 billion taxes per year going on transport will see closer to one third being reinvested. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
Automotive MPG Marathon
The Real Benefits of 'Green' Driving
The real benefits of ‘green’ driving came into sharp focus last week when competitors in the 2007 AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon proved beyond doubt that skilful eco-driving can dramatically reduce the cost of motoring and cut the amount of CO2 emissions produced by Britain's 30 million motorists. Amid a blaze of television and radio publicity, 30 drivers and navigators took part in this national initiative, a round trip between AA headquarters in Basingstoke and Torquay, to establish whether eco-driving can squeeze more miles per gallon (mpg) out their vehicles than conventional motoring. the full story
The real benefits of ‘green’ driving came into sharp focus last week when competitors in the 2007 AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon proved beyond doubt that skilful eco-driving can dramatically reduce the cost of motoring and cut the amount of CO2 emissions produced by Britain's 30 million motorists. Amid a blaze of television and radio publicity, 30 drivers and navigators took part in this national initiative, a round trip between AA headquarters in Basingstoke and Torquay, to establish whether eco-driving can squeeze more miles per gallon (mpg) out their vehicles than conventional motoring. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
Darling Disappoints
In his first major statement to the House of Commons, the Chancellor, Alistair Darling, was a ‘disappointment’. the full story
In his first major statement to the House of Commons, the Chancellor, Alistair Darling, was a ‘disappointment’. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
Light Right Foot Gives Drive & Survive ...
Defensive driving techniques help yield lowest van consumption. Drive & Survive Marketing Manager Steve Johnson, accompanied by Fleet World magazine staff member Tina Ries, achieved the lowest fuel consumption in the van section of the two day long 2007 MPG Marathon, which took place over a 330 mile route in south-west England last week. “Steve and Tina achieved a highly creditable 55. 04 mpg in the Vito 109 CDi. the full story
Defensive driving techniques help yield lowest van consumption. Drive & Survive Marketing Manager Steve Johnson, accompanied by Fleet World magazine staff member Tina Ries, achieved the lowest fuel consumption in the van section of the two day long 2007 MPG Marathon, which took place over a 330 mile route in south-west England last week. “Steve and Tina achieved a highly creditable 55. 04 mpg in the Vito 109 CDi. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
A Drive on the Wild Side
In our series of Christmas Gift Ideas for the MotoristAn Armchair Adventure! A book for all adventurous automotive and travel enthusiasts Experience the thrill of driving some of the most extreme roads on earth! Get behind the wheel of some of the world’s finest cars in extraordinary situations. the full story
In our series of Christmas Gift Ideas for the MotoristAn Armchair Adventure! A book for all adventurous automotive and travel enthusiasts Experience the thrill of driving some of the most extreme roads on earth! Get behind the wheel of some of the world’s finest cars in extraordinary situations. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
A Drive on the Wild Side
RAC :: Money For Nothing
The RAC Foundation welcomed the commitment to an increase in transport spending but stressed that a greater proportion must be spent on roads as 93 of passenger journeys and the majority of freight are carried by road. The total estimate to be spent on transport in 2007-8 is £20bn and this is forecast to increase to £23. 7bn by 2010-11. the full story
The RAC Foundation welcomed the commitment to an increase in transport spending but stressed that a greater proportion must be spent on roads as 93 of passenger journeys and the majority of freight are carried by road. The total estimate to be spent on transport in 2007-8 is £20bn and this is forecast to increase to £23. 7bn by 2010-11. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
New chancellor gives support for ...
Although brief, the Pre-Budget Report address by Chancellor Alistair Darling MP, included the promise of increased long term investment in transport, which should not only benefit the economy and UK competitiveness, but could also lead to environmental gains. Published alongside the PBR are key points from the interim report on the King Review of low-carbon cars that will impact on the automotive sector. the full story
Although brief, the Pre-Budget Report address by Chancellor Alistair Darling MP, included the promise of increased long term investment in transport, which should not only benefit the economy and UK competitiveness, but could also lead to environmental gains. Published alongside the PBR are key points from the interim report on the King Review of low-carbon cars that will impact on the automotive sector. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
From cradle to grave, motor industry ...
Published today, the UK motor industry's eighth annual Sustainability Report reveals how the industry has improved its performance on a range of environmental indicators. the full story
Published today, the UK motor industry's eighth annual Sustainability Report reveals how the industry has improved its performance on a range of environmental indicators. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
Come on ladies... check your own ...
Women hate being told that they are no good at looking after their cars. And yes, it is a stereotype, and of course it does not apply to all women, but a recent survey has shown that a substantial 21 percent of women do not have a clue about the correct tyre pressure for their car, preferring to get someone else to check their tyres for them!This is one of the worrying findings of the largest ever tyre pressure and tyre safety survey undertaken in the UK, carried out by supporters of TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation, to coincide with Tyre Safety Month which runs for the month of October. the full story
Women hate being told that they are no good at looking after their cars. And yes, it is a stereotype, and of course it does not apply to all women, but a recent survey has shown that a substantial 21 percent of women do not have a clue about the correct tyre pressure for their car, preferring to get someone else to check their tyres for them!This is one of the worrying findings of the largest ever tyre pressure and tyre safety survey undertaken in the UK, carried out by supporters of TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation, to coincide with Tyre Safety Month which runs for the month of October. the full story
Published on: 10th Oct 2007
Sheilas' Wheels - Two Pink Years On
The Fashion and Finance gap shrinks as women spend almost the same time buying car insurance as choosing their Christmas party outfit. It is just two years since three sequin-clad ladies first stepped into a pink Cadillac and sang about car insurance for women but Sheilas' Wheels has already established itself as one of the fastest-growing - and the most recognised - women's insurance products. the full story
The Fashion and Finance gap shrinks as women spend almost the same time buying car insurance as choosing their Christmas party outfit. It is just two years since three sequin-clad ladies first stepped into a pink Cadillac and sang about car insurance for women but Sheilas' Wheels has already established itself as one of the fastest-growing - and the most recognised - women's insurance products. the full story
Published on: 8th Oct 2007
Where's Your Spare Key?
For most of us the frustration of a lost car key is bad enough, but Britannia Rescue warns that nearly three million (10) British drivers face a far more costly lock-out since they don’t have a spare set available to fall back on. the full story
For most of us the frustration of a lost car key is bad enough, but Britannia Rescue warns that nearly three million (10) British drivers face a far more costly lock-out since they don’t have a spare set available to fall back on. the full story
Published on: 8th Oct 2007
Hummer RHD
The HUMMER goes on sale today in the UK
Footballers, music moguls and city boys are dusting off their wallets as the first UK version of the world’s most iconic boy’s toy – HUMMER – goes on sale today. the full story
Footballers, music moguls and city boys are dusting off their wallets as the first UK version of the world’s most iconic boy’s toy – HUMMER – goes on sale today. the full story
Published on: 1st Oct 2007
The HUMMER has landed in the UK
One of the world’s most legendary four-wheel drive brands has finally arrived in the UK, and it’s like nothing else on, or off, the road. The right-hand drive HUMMER H3 spearheads the launch of GM’s premium SUV brand to the UK market, having been designed and developed from the outset to appeal to a truly global audience. Smaller and more agile than the larger H1 and H2 models, the South African-built H3 is the HUMMER designed with Europe in mind – and with prices starting at just £26,495, it’s great value, too. With permanent full-time four-wheel drive, a two-ratio transfer gearbox, traction control and HUMMER’s patented StabiliTrack Stability Enhancement System on all models, the H3 is a sure-footed choice for those seeking a vehicle that is just as much about action as it is about expressing the HUMMER brand’s iconic style. the full story
One of the world’s most legendary four-wheel drive brands has finally arrived in the UK, and it’s like nothing else on, or off, the road. The right-hand drive HUMMER H3 spearheads the launch of GM’s premium SUV brand to the UK market, having been designed and developed from the outset to appeal to a truly global audience. Smaller and more agile than the larger H1 and H2 models, the South African-built H3 is the HUMMER designed with Europe in mind – and with prices starting at just £26,495, it’s great value, too. With permanent full-time four-wheel drive, a two-ratio transfer gearbox, traction control and HUMMER’s patented StabiliTrack Stability Enhancement System on all models, the H3 is a sure-footed choice for those seeking a vehicle that is just as much about action as it is about expressing the HUMMER brand’s iconic style. the full story
Published on: 1st Oct 2007
HUMMER H3
HUMMER H3
HUMMER H3 Prices and Specifications
Hummer H3 Prices Model Transmission. the full story
Hummer H3 Prices Model Transmission. the full story
Published on: 1st Oct 2007
