The Motoring News for September 2005
September 2005
590 Dead Drunk Drivers
Drink drive related deaths are on the increase again according to Government figures released today* (29th September). the full story
Drink drive related deaths are on the increase again according to Government figures released today* (29th September). the full story
Published on: 30th Sep 2005
Reverse Sensors
Motorists Fear Reversing - Now There Is ...
A recent survey found that 28 of motorists admitted to being unsure of distances when reversing. the full story
A recent survey found that 28 of motorists admitted to being unsure of distances when reversing. the full story
Published on: 30th Sep 2005
What Car? Reveals Safety Needn't Cost A ...
As the Office of National Statistics releases the latest information on Road Casualties this morning, and with October traditionally marking a steep increase in accident and road casualty rates, What Car? has come up with a list of gadgets that can improve safety for under £100. the full story
As the Office of National Statistics releases the latest information on Road Casualties this morning, and with October traditionally marking a steep increase in accident and road casualty rates, What Car? has come up with a list of gadgets that can improve safety for under £100. the full story
Published on: 30th Sep 2005
The Date Is Set For The World Blind ...
Mike Newman, the current World Blind Land Speed record holder and the Speed of Sight team have now set a date of Tuesday October 11th 2005 to break the World Blind Land Speed record. the full story
Mike Newman, the current World Blind Land Speed record holder and the Speed of Sight team have now set a date of Tuesday October 11th 2005 to break the World Blind Land Speed record. the full story
Published on: 30th Sep 2005
BMW M5
Ascari KZ1
Ascari KZ1 Is Back
Back by popular demand is the stunning Ascari KZ1, which was a real hit with visitors at Father's Day Supercar Sunday earlier this year. the full story
Back by popular demand is the stunning Ascari KZ1, which was a real hit with visitors at Father's Day Supercar Sunday earlier this year. the full story
Published on: 29th Sep 2005
Motoreasy Launches Flexible Packages
motoreasy has launched new flexible alternatives to its popular all-in-one car maintenance and protection product with an introductory 10 discount on its full product range. the full story
motoreasy has launched new flexible alternatives to its popular all-in-one car maintenance and protection product with an introductory 10 discount on its full product range. the full story
Published on: 29th Sep 2005
Speed Camera Detector Supplier Pays 170 ...
One hundred and seventy motorists have had the £60 cost of their speeding fines paid by a supplier of a speed camera detector. the full story
One hundred and seventy motorists have had the £60 cost of their speeding fines paid by a supplier of a speed camera detector. the full story
Published on: 26th Sep 2005
The Quintezz Speed Camera Spotter
Parc Ferme
Fancy A Few Ferraris In Your Stocking ...
For many people the idea of owning or even driving a Ferrari is something that seems inconceivable. the full story
For many people the idea of owning or even driving a Ferrari is something that seems inconceivable. the full story
Published on: 23rd Sep 2005
Ace Cafe London Celebrates 'Car ...
Mark Wilsmore, owner of the famous Ace Café on London’s North Circular Road, is opening its doors this Saturday, 24 September to celebrate his ‘Meguiar’s UK Car Enthusiast of the Year 2005’ award with a special party at the venue. the full story
Mark Wilsmore, owner of the famous Ace Café on London’s North Circular Road, is opening its doors this Saturday, 24 September to celebrate his ‘Meguiar’s UK Car Enthusiast of the Year 2005’ award with a special party at the venue. the full story
Published on: 22nd Sep 2005
Cool Cars From Avis
Travellers to America now have the opportunity to emulate the stars and drive one of the coolest cars of the moment. the full story
Travellers to America now have the opportunity to emulate the stars and drive one of the coolest cars of the moment. the full story
Published on: 22nd Sep 2005
Europe's Debut Limousine Show Proves ...
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show hit the UK for the first time this weekend and received a fantastic response from both the motoring industry and the general public. the full story
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show hit the UK for the first time this weekend and received a fantastic response from both the motoring industry and the general public. the full story
Published on: 22nd Sep 2005
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show
MPH ‘05
MPH '05 Motoring Feast Goes National
MPH ‘05 is heading for the open road… and going national! Organisers behind the hugely successful and totally unique motoring spectacle, have announced they are to bring MPH ‘05 to Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre for the very first time, as well as London’s Earls Court this November. the full story
MPH ‘05 is heading for the open road… and going national! Organisers behind the hugely successful and totally unique motoring spectacle, have announced they are to bring MPH ‘05 to Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre for the very first time, as well as London’s Earls Court this November. the full story
Published on: 22nd Sep 2005
Put A Tiger In Your Exhaust
Dirty exhaust gases could actually help cars become cleaner - thanks to a world-beating British invention. the full story
Dirty exhaust gases could actually help cars become cleaner - thanks to a world-beating British invention. the full story
Published on: 22nd Sep 2005
Tiger
Car Cover
Protection For Your Car Against Frost, ...
According to weather experts, we are in for one of the most severe winters in years, which means that protecting your vehicle has never been so important. the full story
According to weather experts, we are in for one of the most severe winters in years, which means that protecting your vehicle has never been so important. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Back To The Future For Former MG Rover ...
Professor Krish Bhaskar who formerly led the Triple A bid for failed Midlands car manufacturer MG Rover Group Limited, has unveiled his vision for the future, following the sale of the Longbridge based business to China’s Nanjing Automotive. the full story
Professor Krish Bhaskar who formerly led the Triple A bid for failed Midlands car manufacturer MG Rover Group Limited, has unveiled his vision for the future, following the sale of the Longbridge based business to China’s Nanjing Automotive. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Professor Krish Bhaskar’s Vision Of A Spiritual Successor To The Austin Healey 3000
Citroen Xsara Picasso On Top As Survey ...
Citroen’s dancing car can now dance some more as the brand has come top in a survey of the most popular models by , the online arm of leading insurance intermediary the A&A Group Ltd. the full story
Citroen’s dancing car can now dance some more as the brand has come top in a survey of the most popular models by , the online arm of leading insurance intermediary the A&A Group Ltd. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Most Scots Drivers Want 80mph Motorway ...
72 of Scots drivers believe the current motorway speed limit should be raised 81 of those believe the new limit should be 80mph 78 believe, if the new limit is set at 80mph, the police should enforce the law more strictly. the full story
72 of Scots drivers believe the current motorway speed limit should be raised 81 of those believe the new limit should be 80mph 78 believe, if the new limit is set at 80mph, the police should enforce the law more strictly. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Tailgating Menace Highlights Road ...
An appalling forty-five percent of motorists regularly increase their chances of a serious accident due to tailgating, according a new report from tyre manufacturer, Avon. the full story
An appalling forty-five percent of motorists regularly increase their chances of a serious accident due to tailgating, according a new report from tyre manufacturer, Avon. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Talex
Price Reduction On Improved Talex Speed ...
The price of Talex, already Britain’s most affordable quality GPS-based speed camera alert system, has been reduced by 40 per cent to just £149. 99. the full story
The price of Talex, already Britain’s most affordable quality GPS-based speed camera alert system, has been reduced by 40 per cent to just £149. 99. the full story
Published on: 20th Sep 2005
Drug Drive Death Trip
More than one in seven drivers stopped during a police campaign over the summer tested positive for drugs - over double the percentage of those found to have been drinking. * Today (15th) the RAC Foundation is calling for new measures to tackle the menace and asking the Government to launch a controversial consultation into the possibility of setting a drug drive limit. the full story
More than one in seven drivers stopped during a police campaign over the summer tested positive for drugs - over double the percentage of those found to have been drinking. * Today (15th) the RAC Foundation is calling for new measures to tackle the menace and asking the Government to launch a controversial consultation into the possibility of setting a drug drive limit. the full story
Published on: 19th Sep 2005
Keeping A Grip On Safety
More than two million motorists in the UK are putting their lives at risk by never checking their tyre pressure or tread according to the RAC Foundation today (16th) at the launch of a two day tyre safety event at the Trafford Centre in Manchester. the full story
More than two million motorists in the UK are putting their lives at risk by never checking their tyre pressure or tread according to the RAC Foundation today (16th) at the launch of a two day tyre safety event at the Trafford Centre in Manchester. the full story
Published on: 19th Sep 2005
Binz Brings Bling To The Limousine And ...
Bespoke coachbuilders Binz have stepped in at the Limousine and Chauffeur Show, 17-18 September 2005 at Sandown Park racecourse, to bring a touch of class to the event. the full story
Bespoke coachbuilders Binz have stepped in at the Limousine and Chauffeur Show, 17-18 September 2005 at Sandown Park racecourse, to bring a touch of class to the event. the full story
Published on: 16th Sep 2005
Binz Mercedes-Benz E-Class
London Travellers Turn To Taxis For ...
Travellers in London are increasingly turning to the safety of "black cabs" in the wake of the horrific bombings targeting the capital’s transport system. the full story
Travellers in London are increasingly turning to the safety of "black cabs" in the wake of the horrific bombings targeting the capital’s transport system. the full story
Published on: 15th Sep 2005
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show
The UK's First Ever The Limousine And ...
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show comes to the UK for the first time this weekend, featuring some of the world’s most luxurious and impressive stretched limousines and outrageous and exotic vehicles. the full story
The Limousine and Chauffeur Show comes to the UK for the first time this weekend, featuring some of the world’s most luxurious and impressive stretched limousines and outrageous and exotic vehicles. the full story
Published on: 15th Sep 2005
Armor Holdings Launches World's First ...
Rebrands its world leading commercial vehicle armouring business as CENTIGON Armor Holdings, Inc (NYSE: AH), a leading manufacturer and distributor of security products and vehicle armour systems serving the US the full story
Rebrands its world leading commercial vehicle armouring business as CENTIGON Armor Holdings, Inc (NYSE: AH), a leading manufacturer and distributor of security products and vehicle armour systems serving the US the full story
Published on: 14th Sep 2005
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Avis ‘Fly the Nest’
More Safety, Less Stress For Students ...
Avis ‘Fly the Nest’ offer aimed at students and their parents In early October over 377,000 students will be travelling to university to start the autumn term. the full story
Avis ‘Fly the Nest’ offer aimed at students and their parents In early October over 377,000 students will be travelling to university to start the autumn term. the full story
Published on: 14th Sep 2005
'Riskmaster' Puts Companies On The Road ...
As companies get set to face prosecution in the event of a road traffic accident, a new road-risk management programme is launched to help company managers avoid the pitfalls of new legislation. the full story
As companies get set to face prosecution in the event of a road traffic accident, a new road-risk management programme is launched to help company managers avoid the pitfalls of new legislation. the full story
Published on: 14th Sep 2005
Fleet Support Group
Diesel Car Price Inflation Undermines ...
With fuel price rises once again hitting the headlines, growing numbers of consumers and fleet car buyers are looking at diesel power as a way of reducing the running costs of their next vehicle. the full story
With fuel price rises once again hitting the headlines, growing numbers of consumers and fleet car buyers are looking at diesel power as a way of reducing the running costs of their next vehicle. the full story
Published on: 13th Sep 2005
Green Flag Ready To Rescue Britain's ...
A leading motoring assistance expert has been called in to support a new live television show for Five. the full story
A leading motoring assistance expert has been called in to support a new live television show for Five. the full story
Published on: 13th Sep 2005
Motorsport Safety Fund’s 2005 Charity Christmas Card
Motorsport Safety Fund Launches 2005 ...
The world’s oldest motorsport venue, Shelsley Walsh, has been celebrating its centenary this year. the full story
The world’s oldest motorsport venue, Shelsley Walsh, has been celebrating its centenary this year. the full story
Published on: 13th Sep 2005
Improve Your Vision And Prevent An ...
Today we drive further, our roads are busier and there are more pedestrians to look out for than ever before. the full story
Today we drive further, our roads are busier and there are more pedestrians to look out for than ever before. the full story
Published on: 13th Sep 2005
BUlbs and Wipers
Autodrome
Autodrome - The Lost Race Circuits Of ...
By S. S. Collins and Gavin D. the full story
By S. S. Collins and Gavin D. the full story
Published on: 10th Sep 2005
We'll Insure Dot Cotton Says ...
Well! There’s a turn up: Dot Cotton has passed her driving test and will now presumably be taking to the streets of Walford just as soon as she gets her insurance in place. the full story
Well! There’s a turn up: Dot Cotton has passed her driving test and will now presumably be taking to the streets of Walford just as soon as she gets her insurance in place. the full story
Published on: 10th Sep 2005
Avis UK Is Motoring With New Cosworth ...
Avis UK has signed a deal to supply Cosworth Ltd (UK), the motorsport engine manufacturer, with its business rental vehicles. the full story
Avis UK has signed a deal to supply Cosworth Ltd (UK), the motorsport engine manufacturer, with its business rental vehicles. the full story
Published on: 10th Sep 2005
Kill Spills - Brimming Over With Danger
Trucks or vans spilling diesel onto the road should be pulled over and forced to stop driving until their vehicles are fixed according to the RAC Foundation, supporting the KillSpills lobby on Downing Street this Saturday(10. 9. 05). the full story
Trucks or vans spilling diesel onto the road should be pulled over and forced to stop driving until their vehicles are fixed according to the RAC Foundation, supporting the KillSpills lobby on Downing Street this Saturday(10. 9. 05). the full story
Published on: 10th Sep 2005
Kits R Us - British Manufacturers Fly ...
Britain’s ‘cottage’ kit car industry generates more than £50m annually, sells more than 4,500 vehicles and can boast no less than 220 different manufacturers. the full story
Britain’s ‘cottage’ kit car industry generates more than £50m annually, sells more than 4,500 vehicles and can boast no less than 220 different manufacturers. the full story
Published on: 10th Sep 2005
"totalkitcar Live!"
Ascari KZ1 Coming To Dublin In September
The Ascari KZ1, one of the rarest supercars on the planet, will be in Dublin this September 16th to attend the Motorshow Ireland 2005. the full story
The Ascari KZ1, one of the rarest supercars on the planet, will be in Dublin this September 16th to attend the Motorshow Ireland 2005. the full story
Published on: 7th Sep 2005
Hydrex Ford Fiesta RS
Monster Fiesta To Beat Ferraris
To celebrate the centenary of the UK’s oldest motoring competition, Avon Tyres has entered former British Rallycross Champion, Pat Doran, in the Brighton Speed Trials this Saturday, (10 September). the full story
To celebrate the centenary of the UK’s oldest motoring competition, Avon Tyres has entered former British Rallycross Champion, Pat Doran, in the Brighton Speed Trials this Saturday, (10 September). the full story
Published on: 7th Sep 2005
Rally Radio At Wales Rally GB
Rally Radio is back and it’s bigger and better than ever before, reaching a worldwide audience of motorsport fans. the full story
Rally Radio is back and it’s bigger and better than ever before, reaching a worldwide audience of motorsport fans. the full story
Published on: 7th Sep 2005
Share Ideas On Road Pricing
Should congestion charging be introduced in all UK town and city centres, or should cars be charged for each mile they travel? These are the controversial questions looking for ideas and answers from motorists in this year’s Share Ideas Day on September 12th. the full story
Should congestion charging be introduced in all UK town and city centres, or should cars be charged for each mile they travel? These are the controversial questions looking for ideas and answers from motorists in this year’s Share Ideas Day on September 12th. the full story
Published on: 7th Sep 2005
Plans Set For The Alternative Italian ...
Three intrepid drivers and former school friends are set for a whirlwind weekend over September 16/17/18, 2005, when they enter a trio of Mini's and a support helicopter in the London to Rome Cannonball 8000 - an epic, 1250-mile driving event that visits five countries in three days. the full story
Three intrepid drivers and former school friends are set for a whirlwind weekend over September 16/17/18, 2005, when they enter a trio of Mini's and a support helicopter in the London to Rome Cannonball 8000 - an epic, 1250-mile driving event that visits five countries in three days. the full story
Published on: 6th Sep 2005
