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Swindon-built Honda Civic Type R goes on sale in Japan

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sales of the Honda Civic Type R three-door have commenced in Japan, after the first shipment of the Swindon-built hot hatches arrived last month.

New research shows most reliable manufacturer and car

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

BMW Group produces the most reliable car range in Britain and the Honda Civic is Britain's most reliable car, according to new research.

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Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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BMW 730Ld is 2009 Chauffeur Car of the Year

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The BMW 730Ld has been named the 2009 Chauffeur Car of the Year for its �exceptional� fuel economy, running costs and luxury.

BMW cuts most CO2 from models, scoops awards

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

BMW is leading the CO2-cutting charts for the second year in a row according to new research, with a ten per cent average reduction across cars.

All-new Vauxhall Astra wins Golden Steering Wheel

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The all-new Vauxhall Astra has won a Golden Steering Wheel award in the compact class of Auto Bild's awards.

New Porsche Boxster Spyder on sale in 2010

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Porsche will debut a new Boxster Spyder model at the LA Show ahead of a worldwide launch in February 2010, with prices from �44,643 in the UK.

Citroen C3 Picasso now under 120g/km

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Citroen C3 Picasso is now available for �35 per year road tax, thanks to an engine upgrade that means CO2 emissions under 120g/km.

Vauxhall will offset VAT on cars registered in 2009

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vauxhall has announced its own version of the VAT offset that other manufacturers are set to introduce.

Nissan offers to offset VAT increase

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nissan will waive VAT at 17.5 per cent on any of its cars ordered prior to 31 December - effectively nullifying the VAT rise which comes in from 1 January 2010.

New Volkswagen Scirocco R and Golf R prices

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Scirocco R hot coupe and new Golf R hot hatch will go on sale from �26,945 and �28,930 respectively.

New 98g/km Vauxhall Corsa ecoFLEX three-door

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Vauxhall Corsa ecoFLEX will be available to order from January 2010, boasting CO2 emissions of 98g/km and combined fuel consumption of 76.3mpg in three-door trim.

New Toyota Land Cruiser review

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Toyota Land Cruiser LC4 3.0 D-4D Auto improves its on-road driving manners and has plenty of off-road ability, but can it match the Land Rover?

New Toyota Land Cruiser - impressive worldwide

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

One vehicle dominates the world�s 4WD market, not the Land or Range Rover brands but the Toyota Land Cruiser which has a heritage of nearly 60 years.

New Volvo V70 DRIVe first drive

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Volvo V70 may be famous as a big load-lugger, but can it also work as a DRIVe eco car? Volvo says it can. We review the low-CO2 Volvo V70 DRIVe.

GM changes its mind over Opel and Vauxhall

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In a move likely to be welcomed by Vauxhall workers, unions and government, General Motors has signalled its intention to keep ownership of its Opel and Vauxhall brands, following months of wrangling.

Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 dCi 160 Dynamique review

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Stylish yet versatile, the Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 dCi 160 Dynamique is upmarket family transport that doesn�t shout �children carrier� at you

CAP revises residuals forecasts on Volvo XC60

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Automotive data boffins CAP have updated residuals predictions on the Volvo XC60 DRIVe, judging the trade value of a 2.4D DRIVe SE to 40 per cent after three years.

Nearly-new may be a better deal than scrappage for some

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nearly-new cars could offer better value for some motorists than a scrappage deal, according to a used car magazine.

Motorists must leave cars on hard shoulder - or risk death

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Male motorists are almost three times more likely to be killed or injured on the hard shoulder than women.

Veterans gear up for London to Brighton run

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

557 pre-1905 veteran cars will gear up for the 113th anniversary London to Brighton Veteran Car Run (LBVCR) on Sunday 1 November.

Mitsubishi announces new compact SUV

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mitsubishi's new compact SUV will go on sale in Japan from February 2010, prior to a European reveal at the Geneva Motor Show, with sales commencing in Summer next year.

Suzuki Finance offers allow buyers to cheat VAT rise

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Suzuki is offering a range of finance offers on its models to help customer avoid the return of VAT to 17.5 per cent from 2010.

Ford Voice Control now standard on selected models

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ford Voice Control is now standard on Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy models and as a cost option on most other models.

New Audi A5 Sportback first drive

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Audi A5 Sportback marries the best of three worlds and makes for a good cruiser, but may not provide the driving dynamics buyers expect.

New Audi Q7 V12 - owners talk the torque

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new and sharply restyled Q7 SUV seven-seat, 6.0-litre, V12 TDI diesel, twin turbocharger unit with 500PS of power and enormous 1,000Nm of torque priced at �95,225.

New Audi A5 Sportback joins growing range for 2010

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As the car industry faces another difficult year Audi is extending its product quickly, with the A5 Sportback and Q7 diesel V12 newest to the range.

New Toyota Prius named Car of the Year in Japan

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new third-generation Toyota Prius has been voted Japan Car of the Year, marking its second consecutive success in this award. The iQ city car won in 2008.

New 99g/km Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion available to order now

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion is available to order now at �17,325.

Nissan increases Sunderland Micra production by 40 per cent

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nissan has upped the production of it Micra supermini by 40 per cent at its Sunderland plant in reply to increased demand resulting from European scrappage schemes.

New Volkswagen Tiguan R Line review

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Volkswagen Tiguan R Line has the styling to impress, incredible gadgetry and a range of strong engines - but who is it for? School run Mums or wannabe gangsters?

Axon to put plug-in hybrids into production by 2011

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

British car manufacturer Axon Automotive has revealed its plug-in hybrid model at the Milton Keynes Science Festival.

New Mazda CX-7 pictures

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Mazda CX-7 compact SUV hits showrooms in the UK from 1 November at �25,785 on-the-road.

New Seat Exeo ST review

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seat's Exeo ST estate marries the platform for the previous Audi A4 with Volkswagen's new range of 2.0-litre turbo engines to good effect. Fleet and business sectors should be impressed.

New Seat Ibiza Cupra Bocanegra first drive

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ibiza �supermini� is the cornerstone of the brand with a third of SEAT�s sales in the UK taken up by these three and five door models - and the new Cupra Bocanegra version is a sure-fire hit.

New Seat models launches revised product range

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After ten months of model updates SEAT claims to now have one of the youngest car ranges in the world and is expanding with the new Seat Exeo and Ibiza Cupra Bocanegra.

Large A pillars on vans, SUVs pose threat to road users

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New research reveals that large 4x4s and commercial vehicles could feature huge blind spots behind A pillars in their cars, putting other road users such as cyclists, bikers and pedestrians at risk.

Welsh Assembly u-turn over withdrawal from Rally GB

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Facing the prospect of losing a claim for breach of contract and paying millions in compensation, the WAG has agreed to resume its support for the event.

New BMW X1 review

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new X1, based on the current BMW 1 Series platform, completes the X line-up. Available in a choice of two- or four-wheel drive models, and more compact than the X3, it offers a strong new choice.

New BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo review

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is the first of its kind in the UK. And while that offers distinct advantages there are downsides too to BMW's new saloon-estate-SUV-coupe.

New BMW X1 and 5 Series GT arrive in UK

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

BMW in the UK, after a strong September sales performance with an increase of 9.3%, has recovered the number one German premium brand sales position - and the new X1 and 5 Series GT are likely to cement that position.

UK vehicle production still down, but recovering

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The pace of decline in UK vehicle production has slowed to its lowest level in 12 months, according to new figures on UK vehicle production from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Civic Type R Mugen comes to UK from pounds 38K

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Civic Type R Mugen will come to the UK following what Mugen terms 'huge interest' in the hottest hatch concept.

Company car drivers who neglect tyres risk accidents

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

25 per cent of company car drivers have never checked the depth of their tyre tread, according to TyreSafe.

New 1.2 TSI from Volkswagen

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Volkswagen Polo, Golf and Golf Plus models are now available with a new 104bhp 1.2-litre TSI engine.

Drivers warned over clocks going back

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The end of British Summer Time on Sunday 25 October could spell danger for motorists says the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).

Car sales will decline in 2010, says SMMT

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revised its forecast for 2009 upwards since its July forecast.

Land Rover Defender voted best car by public

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Land Rover Defender has been named best car in the What Car? Reader Awards 2009.

New Vauxhall Meriva on sale by Summer 2010

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The much-delayed Vauxhall Meriva compact MPV will go on sale in the UK in Summer 2010.

Nissan unveils plug-in electric Leaf at Tokyo

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nissan has unveiled the all-electric plug-in Leaf at the Tokyo Motor Show - arguably the world's first volume plug-in electric vehicle.

Honda Skydeck indicates direction of FR-V replacement

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Honda has unveiled the Skydeck concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, indicating the direction of Honda's replacement for the FR-V MPV.