The Motoring News for November 2008
November 2008
London's 'Western Extension' Congestion Charge to be Abolished
London Mayor Boris Johnson has announced that the "Western Extension" to the London congestion charge zone, covering Kensington and Chelsea, will be abolished by 2010. "We are delighted that Boris Johnson has scrapped an unpopular scheme that ABD London has campaigned consistently against," said ABD London chief, Roger Lawson. the full story
London Mayor Boris Johnson has announced that the "Western Extension" to the London congestion charge zone, covering Kensington and Chelsea, will be abolished by 2010. "We are delighted that Boris Johnson has scrapped an unpopular scheme that ABD London has campaigned consistently against," said ABD London chief, Roger Lawson. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2008
People Still Use Mobile Phones Whilst Driving
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents is reminding motorists about the risks of making a call or texting at the wheel five years after it became illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving. A new law introduced in Britain on 1st December 2003, banned the use of hand-held phones while driving and also made it an offence to cause or permit another person to do so. But casualty figures show that people are still being needlessly killed and injured in phone-related crashes. There were 25 fatal accidents, 64 serious accidents and 259 slight accidents on Britain's roads last year in which a driver using a mobile phone was recorded as a contributory factor, although these figures almost certainly underestimate the true extent of the problem. Kevin Clinton, RoSPA head of road safety, said: "RoSPA led the campaign to ban the use of mobile phones by drivers and as we reach the law's fifth anniversary, it is important that people do not forget the clear road safety reasons behind it. the full story
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents is reminding motorists about the risks of making a call or texting at the wheel five years after it became illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving. A new law introduced in Britain on 1st December 2003, banned the use of hand-held phones while driving and also made it an offence to cause or permit another person to do so. But casualty figures show that people are still being needlessly killed and injured in phone-related crashes. There were 25 fatal accidents, 64 serious accidents and 259 slight accidents on Britain's roads last year in which a driver using a mobile phone was recorded as a contributory factor, although these figures almost certainly underestimate the true extent of the problem. Kevin Clinton, RoSPA head of road safety, said: "RoSPA led the campaign to ban the use of mobile phones by drivers and as we reach the law's fifth anniversary, it is important that people do not forget the clear road safety reasons behind it. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2008
World Series by Renault
Silverstone Confirmed as the Venue for 2009 World Series by Renault
Silverstone Grand Prix circuit has been confirmed as the venue for the UK round of the 2009 World Series by Renault, the free motorsport festival that combines on-track racing and Formula One demonstrations with off-track family activities. the full story
Silverstone Grand Prix circuit has been confirmed as the venue for the UK round of the 2009 World Series by Renault, the free motorsport festival that combines on-track racing and Formula One demonstrations with off-track family activities. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2008
The Ford Focus RS Will Debut at the Millennium Stadium, in the Wales Rally GB
Spectators at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium for the final stage of the second leg of Wales Rally GB in December will be treated to a world-first spectacle - the driving debut of Ford's fastest-ever European production car, the new Ford Focus RS. Behind the wheel of the Performance Blue machine will be a man well qualified to appreciate the Ford Focus RS's awe-inspiring capabilities - 'Flying Finn' Marcus Gronholm, former double World Rally Champion and ex-Ford WRC driver. the full story
Spectators at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium for the final stage of the second leg of Wales Rally GB in December will be treated to a world-first spectacle - the driving debut of Ford's fastest-ever European production car, the new Ford Focus RS. Behind the wheel of the Performance Blue machine will be a man well qualified to appreciate the Ford Focus RS's awe-inspiring capabilities - 'Flying Finn' Marcus Gronholm, former double World Rally Champion and ex-Ford WRC driver. the full story
Published on: 28th Nov 2008
Meguiar's Car Enthusiast of the Year Award
On 22nd November 2008, Peter Madden was presented with the 2008 Meguiar's Award for the UK 'Car Enthusiast of the Year' at a gala dinner held at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon. the full story
On 22nd November 2008, Peter Madden was presented with the 2008 Meguiar's Award for the UK 'Car Enthusiast of the Year' at a gala dinner held at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon. the full story
Published on: 27th Nov 2008
Meguiar's Car Enthusiast of the Year, Peter Madden
Euro NCAP’S First Rear Impact (Whiplash) Test Results
Euro NCAP has released the results for seats put through the organisation's first ever round of rear impact testing. the full story
Euro NCAP has released the results for seats put through the organisation's first ever round of rear impact testing. the full story
Published on: 27th Nov 2008
Rob Harverson
Rare Personalised Registration Plate '1 RH' has Been Sold
Retired businessman Rob Harverson stunned all at the DVLA Personalised Registrations auction with a winning bid of £197,000 for the registration 1 RH. The Surrey-based 47-year-old handed over a total of £247,652. 50 - 30 times the registration's reserve during the final day of the three day DVLA event staged at the Tankersley Manor hotel, near Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The multi-millionaire, who already owns 10 private plates, fended off competition from Skegness businessman, Richard Harris, and then declared, "nothing was going to stop him buying the plate!"Rob said: "I came with £150,000 to spend but, in the end, I was just determined to buy 1 RH and nothing was going to stop me. the full story
Retired businessman Rob Harverson stunned all at the DVLA Personalised Registrations auction with a winning bid of £197,000 for the registration 1 RH. The Surrey-based 47-year-old handed over a total of £247,652. 50 - 30 times the registration's reserve during the final day of the three day DVLA event staged at the Tankersley Manor hotel, near Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The multi-millionaire, who already owns 10 private plates, fended off competition from Skegness businessman, Richard Harris, and then declared, "nothing was going to stop him buying the plate!"Rob said: "I came with £150,000 to spend but, in the end, I was just determined to buy 1 RH and nothing was going to stop me. the full story
Published on: 24th Nov 2008
The Association of British Drivers: 'Government Speeding Proposal Will Hit Safe Drivers'
Government proposals for a six point fixed penalty for those caught 20mph over the limit will hit safe drivers making normal progress, said the Association of British Drivers. This is because speed limits are being lowered on main roads to levels far below what a reasonable person would see as safe, and it is in these locations that cameras tend to be located - for the simple reason that camera placement guidelines direct them to places where compliance with the limit is poor. "Nobody minds people getting six points for driving past a school at 50mph when the children are milling around," said the ABDs Nigel Humphries. the full story
Government proposals for a six point fixed penalty for those caught 20mph over the limit will hit safe drivers making normal progress, said the Association of British Drivers. This is because speed limits are being lowered on main roads to levels far below what a reasonable person would see as safe, and it is in these locations that cameras tend to be located - for the simple reason that camera placement guidelines direct them to places where compliance with the limit is poor. "Nobody minds people getting six points for driving past a school at 50mph when the children are milling around," said the ABDs Nigel Humphries. the full story
Published on: 21st Nov 2008
Clarion DUZ388RMP Double DIN Audio Head Unit Released
Clarion has continued its recent tradition of treating the double DIN audio fan to feature-rich, user-friendly in-car solutions, with the launch of the DUZ388RMP. The 2-DIN receiver utilises a rear USB connector, compatible with WMDRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management) 10 format files - typically those purchased and downloaded over the internet - and also offers direct iPod control and playback of AAC files, the next generation (1. 4 times faster than MP3) compression format commonly used by Apple. the full story
Clarion has continued its recent tradition of treating the double DIN audio fan to feature-rich, user-friendly in-car solutions, with the launch of the DUZ388RMP. The 2-DIN receiver utilises a rear USB connector, compatible with WMDRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management) 10 format files - typically those purchased and downloaded over the internet - and also offers direct iPod control and playback of AAC files, the next generation (1. 4 times faster than MP3) compression format commonly used by Apple. the full story
Published on: 21st Nov 2008
clarion DUZ388RMP
No Excuses for Being Late For Work This Winter
Employers beware! New research released today shows that UK businesses could tot up losses of £402 million this month from late-running staff, as over half (57 per cent) of commuting motorists surveyed refuse to set their alarms earlier to help deal with adverse motoring conditions caused by wintery weather. The research commissioned by esure shows that since the clocks went back, over half of motorists questioned (58 per cent) admit that they have been late for work at least twice a week, by an average of 24 minutes, due to weather-related motoring issues. the full story
Employers beware! New research released today shows that UK businesses could tot up losses of £402 million this month from late-running staff, as over half (57 per cent) of commuting motorists surveyed refuse to set their alarms earlier to help deal with adverse motoring conditions caused by wintery weather. The research commissioned by esure shows that since the clocks went back, over half of motorists questioned (58 per cent) admit that they have been late for work at least twice a week, by an average of 24 minutes, due to weather-related motoring issues. the full story
Published on: 21st Nov 2008
RoadPilot microGo
Two Thirds of Motorists at Risk of Driving Ban From Speeding
Following the announcement that the Government plans to increase fixed penalties for those caught speeding 'excessively', a survey by RoadPilot Ltd has revealed that two thirds of British motorists admit to breaking the speed limit on a regular basis. The study found that the majority of drivers speed because they feel that the limits imposed on UK roads are too low - particularly the 70 miles-per-hour limit in place on dual carriageways and motorways, which 60 per cent of respondents say should be raised. "Given the large number of people who admit to speeding, and the fact that there are over 10,000 speed camera sites in the UK, there are potentially a large number of drivers at risk of losing their license under the new proposals," comments James Flynn OBE, CEO of RoadPilot. the full story
Following the announcement that the Government plans to increase fixed penalties for those caught speeding 'excessively', a survey by RoadPilot Ltd has revealed that two thirds of British motorists admit to breaking the speed limit on a regular basis. The study found that the majority of drivers speed because they feel that the limits imposed on UK roads are too low - particularly the 70 miles-per-hour limit in place on dual carriageways and motorways, which 60 per cent of respondents say should be raised. "Given the large number of people who admit to speeding, and the fact that there are over 10,000 speed camera sites in the UK, there are potentially a large number of drivers at risk of losing their license under the new proposals," comments James Flynn OBE, CEO of RoadPilot. the full story
Published on: 20th Nov 2008
Department for Transport Tackling Speeding, Drink and Drug Drivers
A crackdown on the menace of reckless driving was announced by Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick today as he unveiled a range of new proposals to tackle drink and drug drivers and other dangers on Britain's roads. A major new road safety consultation sets out plans to help the police better enforce against drug and drink driving, as well as exploring whether there is a need to change the law on drug driving or on the drink drive limit. It also examines the need to toughen penalties and make it easier for police to tackle other forms of reckless driving to cut the toll of nearly 3,000 road deaths a year. Jim Fitzpatrick said: "Britain has one of the best road safety records in the world and the number of people killed or hurt has fallen dramatically in the last decade. the full story
A crackdown on the menace of reckless driving was announced by Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick today as he unveiled a range of new proposals to tackle drink and drug drivers and other dangers on Britain's roads. A major new road safety consultation sets out plans to help the police better enforce against drug and drink driving, as well as exploring whether there is a need to change the law on drug driving or on the drink drive limit. It also examines the need to toughen penalties and make it easier for police to tackle other forms of reckless driving to cut the toll of nearly 3,000 road deaths a year. Jim Fitzpatrick said: "Britain has one of the best road safety records in the world and the number of people killed or hurt has fallen dramatically in the last decade. the full story
Published on: 20th Nov 2008
Fit Winter Tyres to Improve Road Safety
With winter fast approaching, TyreSafe is advising motorists to consider fitting cold weather tyres in order to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents on the road. the full story
With winter fast approaching, TyreSafe is advising motorists to consider fitting cold weather tyres in order to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents on the road. the full story
Published on: 20th Nov 2008
Winter Tyres
A1 Team Malaysia's Outreach Programme
A1 Team Malaysia Completes Shelter Outreach Project
Ahead of round three of A1GP World Cup of Motorsport in Sepang, Malaysia this weekend, the local team members put down their spanners, turned off their laptops and picked up paintbrushes for the A1 Team Malaysia Outreach programme, the team's social responsibility arm. A1 Team Malaysia assisted Shelter last weekend (15th and 16th November 2008) with repairs and redecoration of one of the charity's care homes, following the team's donation of a replacement roof for the building. The drivers, mechanics, engineering, administrative and marketing personnel from A1 Team Malaysia all provided practical assistance in the building work. the full story
Ahead of round three of A1GP World Cup of Motorsport in Sepang, Malaysia this weekend, the local team members put down their spanners, turned off their laptops and picked up paintbrushes for the A1 Team Malaysia Outreach programme, the team's social responsibility arm. A1 Team Malaysia assisted Shelter last weekend (15th and 16th November 2008) with repairs and redecoration of one of the charity's care homes, following the team's donation of a replacement roof for the building. The drivers, mechanics, engineering, administrative and marketing personnel from A1 Team Malaysia all provided practical assistance in the building work. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2008
Britain Wins Three Accolades at the Autocar 2008 Awards
Gordon Murray, the man behind the legendary McLaren F1 supercar and, this year, the far-sighted T25 microcar, won the prestigious Idea of the Year award at the Autocar Awards 2008 on 17th November 2008. the full story
Gordon Murray, the man behind the legendary McLaren F1 supercar and, this year, the far-sighted T25 microcar, won the prestigious Idea of the Year award at the Autocar Awards 2008 on 17th November 2008. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2008
London Motorsport Show incorporating Race Car Live Prepares to Open its Doors
The final preparations are underway for the London Motorsport Show incorporating Race Car Live, which takes place at Brands Hatch from 22nd to 23rd November 2008, as it heads for the starting line. the full story
The final preparations are underway for the London Motorsport Show incorporating Race Car Live, which takes place at Brands Hatch from 22nd to 23rd November 2008, as it heads for the starting line. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2008
Yvan Muller Wins World Touring Car Championship
In the early hours of the Sunday 16th November 2008 SEAT Sport driver Yvan Muller clinched his first world title at the wheel of a Leon TDI WTCC as the Spanish brand closed its best ever FIA World Touring Car Championship season. The final race in Macau concluded with SEAT scooping a total of two world titles, recording 12 victories and 19 podium finishes in the process. The French driver raced to three victories and nine podium finishes to grab the Drivers' title, while fellow SEAT Sport pilot Gabriele Tarquini (Italy) secured runner-up spot in the world championship in Macau. Muller's title win, the first FIA circuit racing world crown taken by a Frenchman for 15 years, came as he steered his diesel-engined Leon to two podium finishes in the two races in the Far Eastern city - a special administrative region of China and one of the most vibrant stops on the glamorous WTCC calendar. The 39-year-old veteran of three WTCC campaigns said of his first global title success: "Defeats are remembered for a long time and victories are quickly forgotten. the full story
In the early hours of the Sunday 16th November 2008 SEAT Sport driver Yvan Muller clinched his first world title at the wheel of a Leon TDI WTCC as the Spanish brand closed its best ever FIA World Touring Car Championship season. The final race in Macau concluded with SEAT scooping a total of two world titles, recording 12 victories and 19 podium finishes in the process. The French driver raced to three victories and nine podium finishes to grab the Drivers' title, while fellow SEAT Sport pilot Gabriele Tarquini (Italy) secured runner-up spot in the world championship in Macau. Muller's title win, the first FIA circuit racing world crown taken by a Frenchman for 15 years, came as he steered his diesel-engined Leon to two podium finishes in the two races in the Far Eastern city - a special administrative region of China and one of the most vibrant stops on the glamorous WTCC calendar. The 39-year-old veteran of three WTCC campaigns said of his first global title success: "Defeats are remembered for a long time and victories are quickly forgotten. the full story
Published on: 18th Nov 2008
SEAT Leon wins WTCC
Allan McNish Voted 'Driver of the Decade' in the American Le Mans Series
The Audi ace Allan McNish, who won the 2000, 2006 and 2007 ALMS championship titles, received the most votes cast by fans of the North American-based endurance sportscar series. En route to the three championship titles, the 38-year-old Dumfries-born Scotsman recorded 26 victories, 12 pole positions and 15 fastest race laps. "It is an accolade that has come completely out of the blue," confirmed McNish. the full story
The Audi ace Allan McNish, who won the 2000, 2006 and 2007 ALMS championship titles, received the most votes cast by fans of the North American-based endurance sportscar series. En route to the three championship titles, the 38-year-old Dumfries-born Scotsman recorded 26 victories, 12 pole positions and 15 fastest race laps. "It is an accolade that has come completely out of the blue," confirmed McNish. the full story
Published on: 17th Nov 2008
Support National Anti-Bullying Week With the Highway Code Driver Training
All road users can support this year's National Anti-Bullying week (17th to 21st November 2008) by brushing up on their knowledge of the rules of the road. the full story
All road users can support this year's National Anti-Bullying week (17th to 21st November 2008) by brushing up on their knowledge of the rules of the road. the full story
Published on: 17th Nov 2008
Young Driver Tips and Advice
New drivers, particularly the under 20s, are most at risk in the early weeks and months after they pass their driving test. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has produced top tips to help parents encourage responsible driving in the crucial first few months - and to encourage safer, more responsible drivers. Parental involvement is one of the sections in the IAM Motoring Trust report "Younger Drivers, where and when they are unsafe. "The IAM recommends the following tips on how parents can help their new novice drivers:. the full story
New drivers, particularly the under 20s, are most at risk in the early weeks and months after they pass their driving test. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has produced top tips to help parents encourage responsible driving in the crucial first few months - and to encourage safer, more responsible drivers. Parental involvement is one of the sections in the IAM Motoring Trust report "Younger Drivers, where and when they are unsafe. "The IAM recommends the following tips on how parents can help their new novice drivers:. the full story
Published on: 17th Nov 2008
Used Car Values Show Signs of Improvement
Used car valuations have suffering, however amid the gloom, there is the odd shoot of recovery as the latest figures from the HPI Used Car Valuations Index reveal. The latest figures show twelve month old City cars are seeing depreciation values slowing down, a trend that has continued for some months, and Superminis/small cars have seen the rate of depreciation level out. the full story
Used car valuations have suffering, however amid the gloom, there is the odd shoot of recovery as the latest figures from the HPI Used Car Valuations Index reveal. The latest figures show twelve month old City cars are seeing depreciation values slowing down, a trend that has continued for some months, and Superminis/small cars have seen the rate of depreciation level out. the full story
Published on: 14th Nov 2008
Whiplash Injury Costs
Research published today, by the ABI (Association of British Insurers) exposes for the first time the scale and the cost of the UK's whiplash epidemic. Every day, nearly 1,200 people claim for whiplash following a motor collision. the full story
Research published today, by the ABI (Association of British Insurers) exposes for the first time the scale and the cost of the UK's whiplash epidemic. Every day, nearly 1,200 people claim for whiplash following a motor collision. the full story
Published on: 14th Nov 2008
A1GP Lippo Village
A1GP Lippo Village Track Layout
Indonesian fans of A1GP World Cup of Motorsport who have already marked their calendars for the A1GP Lippo Village, Indonesia scheduled to be held from the 6th to 8th of February 2009 will need to prepare to be thrilled as the new Lippo Village street circuit has been unveiled. the full story
Indonesian fans of A1GP World Cup of Motorsport who have already marked their calendars for the A1GP Lippo Village, Indonesia scheduled to be held from the 6th to 8th of February 2009 will need to prepare to be thrilled as the new Lippo Village street circuit has been unveiled. the full story
Published on: 13th Nov 2008
Watch Classic Motor Film Footage Online for Free
Universal Motoring History has turned its comprehensive film archive into a free online motoring history resource for all serious car enthusiasts. The archive consists of more than 500 classic films from around the world from the 1890s onwards and can now be enjoyed for free 24 hours a day at . The complete collection covers everything from the start of mass production to world land speed record runs, car commercials, motor shows, new car launches, the evolution of car design, experimental cars, flying cars, famous drivers, stunt driving, unusual military machines and much more. the full story
Universal Motoring History has turned its comprehensive film archive into a free online motoring history resource for all serious car enthusiasts. The archive consists of more than 500 classic films from around the world from the 1890s onwards and can now be enjoyed for free 24 hours a day at . The complete collection covers everything from the start of mass production to world land speed record runs, car commercials, motor shows, new car launches, the evolution of car design, experimental cars, flying cars, famous drivers, stunt driving, unusual military machines and much more. the full story
Published on: 13th Nov 2008
Test if You Are Over the Drink Driving Limit With AlcoSense
A new Drink Drive survey undertaken by Morning After Breathalyser manufacturer AlcoSense, revealed that no less than 96 of respondents underestimated the number of units of alcohol in a pint of ( 6ABV) lager and 97 of respondents underestimated the number of units in a 250ml glass of wine (13ABV) . Both drinks in fact contain 3. 4units. the full story
A new Drink Drive survey undertaken by Morning After Breathalyser manufacturer AlcoSense, revealed that no less than 96 of respondents underestimated the number of units of alcohol in a pint of ( 6ABV) lager and 97 of respondents underestimated the number of units in a 250ml glass of wine (13ABV) . Both drinks in fact contain 3. 4units. the full story
Published on: 13th Nov 2008
AlcoSense Breathalyser
Young Males are More Likely to be Driving Without Insurance or a Liscense
Potentially lethal unlicensed drivers tend to be younger and male, driving up to a staggering 3. 7 million hours a month according to a report published this week in the latest edition of Advanced Driving, the IAM members' magazine. Neil Greig, IAM Motoring Trust Director, said that a new ten point plan is needed to prepare young people to drive safely on their own or with passengers after their test. "We don't want to demonise young drivers, but research shows that uninsured drivers are typically young males living in urban areas - 60 per cent of those convicted of uninsured driving are under 25, and half are under 20," said Mr Greig, writing in the newly revamped IAM magazine. "These drivers have a high risk of crashing and there is a perception among their peers that they can ‘get away with it'. the full story
Potentially lethal unlicensed drivers tend to be younger and male, driving up to a staggering 3. 7 million hours a month according to a report published this week in the latest edition of Advanced Driving, the IAM members' magazine. Neil Greig, IAM Motoring Trust Director, said that a new ten point plan is needed to prepare young people to drive safely on their own or with passengers after their test. "We don't want to demonise young drivers, but research shows that uninsured drivers are typically young males living in urban areas - 60 per cent of those convicted of uninsured driving are under 25, and half are under 20," said Mr Greig, writing in the newly revamped IAM magazine. "These drivers have a high risk of crashing and there is a perception among their peers that they can ‘get away with it'. the full story
Published on: 13th Nov 2008
Results From the Professional MotorSport World Annual Awards
The outstanding motorsport teams, technologies, personalities and facilities of 2008 have been acknowledged and rewarded in the Professional MotorSport World annual awards. Amongst the category winners are the new Singapore Circuit, host to the sport’s first ever night race; giant-killing sports and racing car manufacturer, KTM; Bruno Famin, design engineer for Peugeot Sport and Franz Tost, team principal of Formula One’s rising star, Scuderia Toro Rosso. Presented at Professional MotorSport World Expo, taking place in Cologne on the 11th, 12th and 13th November 2009, the awards are the highlight of a Gala dinner that hosts many of the sport’s most influential figures. Graham Heeps, editor of Professional MotorSport World magazine and chairman of the judging panel, says: “We are proud that these awards acknowledge high-profile success, but that they also reward some of the less visible, but equally worthy achievements within the sport. ”On winning his award for ‘Team Principal of the Year’ , Franz Tost of Scuderio Torro Rosso, said: “Although I don’t feel that I personally deserve any special recognition, I am happy to receive this prestigious award on behalf of everyone who works for Scuderia Toro Rosso, as an encouragement to do even better in the future. ”. the full story
The outstanding motorsport teams, technologies, personalities and facilities of 2008 have been acknowledged and rewarded in the Professional MotorSport World annual awards. Amongst the category winners are the new Singapore Circuit, host to the sport’s first ever night race; giant-killing sports and racing car manufacturer, KTM; Bruno Famin, design engineer for Peugeot Sport and Franz Tost, team principal of Formula One’s rising star, Scuderia Toro Rosso. Presented at Professional MotorSport World Expo, taking place in Cologne on the 11th, 12th and 13th November 2009, the awards are the highlight of a Gala dinner that hosts many of the sport’s most influential figures. Graham Heeps, editor of Professional MotorSport World magazine and chairman of the judging panel, says: “We are proud that these awards acknowledge high-profile success, but that they also reward some of the less visible, but equally worthy achievements within the sport. ”On winning his award for ‘Team Principal of the Year’ , Franz Tost of Scuderio Torro Rosso, said: “Although I don’t feel that I personally deserve any special recognition, I am happy to receive this prestigious award on behalf of everyone who works for Scuderia Toro Rosso, as an encouragement to do even better in the future. ”. the full story
Published on: 13th Nov 2008
Alcoa Wheel With Dura-Bright
Easy Clean Alloy Wheels From Alcoa
Leading wheel manufacturer Alcoa has developed an alloy wheel that makes dirt-engrained wheels a thing of the past. the full story
Leading wheel manufacturer Alcoa has developed an alloy wheel that makes dirt-engrained wheels a thing of the past. the full story
Published on: 12th Nov 2008
Classic Car Values Show Investment Still Proves Worthwhile
While the modern motoring industry faces extremely tough times, the classic car market remains buoyant as classic marques continue to rise in value. the full story
While the modern motoring industry faces extremely tough times, the classic car market remains buoyant as classic marques continue to rise in value. the full story
Published on: 12th Nov 2008
Classic Car Prices Are Rising
Powerstation Cars Open Day
PowerStation & PowerSupply hold second open day following previous success
Turbo Dynamics dealer, PowerStation/PowerSupply have announced that they will be holding a second open day at their premises in Tewkesbury this year, following the huge success of their first one. The tuning gurus, PowerStation have decided to throw open their doors on 29th November 2008 and welcome the public, trade and press to their 2nd annual open day of the 'Power Duo': PowerStation and PowerSupply. The idea behind the day is to allow car enthusiasts, end-users and trade alike to meet the PowerStation team, discover more about what they do and generally enjoy a bit of their legendary hospitality in the company of some pretty cool cars and a bit of a party atmosphere. the full story
Turbo Dynamics dealer, PowerStation/PowerSupply have announced that they will be holding a second open day at their premises in Tewkesbury this year, following the huge success of their first one. The tuning gurus, PowerStation have decided to throw open their doors on 29th November 2008 and welcome the public, trade and press to their 2nd annual open day of the 'Power Duo': PowerStation and PowerSupply. The idea behind the day is to allow car enthusiasts, end-users and trade alike to meet the PowerStation team, discover more about what they do and generally enjoy a bit of their legendary hospitality in the company of some pretty cool cars and a bit of a party atmosphere. the full story
Published on: 12th Nov 2008
A1GP Heads to Surfers Paradise, Australia
A1GP World Cup of Motorsport will be racing on one of the most exciting street circuits in the world when it returns to Australia for Season Five. the full story
A1GP World Cup of Motorsport will be racing on one of the most exciting street circuits in the world when it returns to Australia for Season Five. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
The UK's Oldest Automotive Technician
At 70 years old motor technician Stanley Copson should have hung up his spark plugs and moved down a gear to enjoy the quiet life of a retired OAP. But not only is he still working for Bristol Street Motors in Kings Norton, he is the oldest person in the UK to have gained the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) standard. There are now over 11,000 car technicians throughout the country who have had their skills and competences independently verified by ATA and signed up to their professional code of honest conduct. When Stanley, who lives in Droitwich, started his career as an apprentice 54 years ago he was working on Ford Model Ys and has seen the role transform from mechanic to technician. Stanley said: "When I first started working on cars we were still feeling the effects of the war and spare parts were extremely difficult to get hold of. the full story
At 70 years old motor technician Stanley Copson should have hung up his spark plugs and moved down a gear to enjoy the quiet life of a retired OAP. But not only is he still working for Bristol Street Motors in Kings Norton, he is the oldest person in the UK to have gained the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) standard. There are now over 11,000 car technicians throughout the country who have had their skills and competences independently verified by ATA and signed up to their professional code of honest conduct. When Stanley, who lives in Droitwich, started his career as an apprentice 54 years ago he was working on Ford Model Ys and has seen the role transform from mechanic to technician. Stanley said: "When I first started working on cars we were still feeling the effects of the war and spare parts were extremely difficult to get hold of. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Stanley Copson With a Ford Model Y
Car Insurance for Young Drivers Could be Invalidated
The credit crunch may result in a rise in the type of insurance fraud known as 'fronting' as cash-strapped parents attempt to reduce the high cost of their driving-age children's car insurance, according to esure car insurance. the full story
The credit crunch may result in a rise in the type of insurance fraud known as 'fronting' as cash-strapped parents attempt to reduce the high cost of their driving-age children's car insurance, according to esure car insurance. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Drivers Convicted of Being Over the Drink Driving Limit Face Substantial Car Insurance Premiums
Motorists found driving or even attempting to drive while under the influence of alcohol could face an 82 per cent hike on their car insurance premiums, or worse find themselves uninsurable. The drink driving penalty, DR10, has a huge affect on your car insurance premium and drivers will find there is a heavy price to pay. the full story
Motorists found driving or even attempting to drive while under the influence of alcohol could face an 82 per cent hike on their car insurance premiums, or worse find themselves uninsurable. The drink driving penalty, DR10, has a huge affect on your car insurance premium and drivers will find there is a heavy price to pay. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Car Dealers Request Chancellor to Reduce the Rate of VAT
‘A reduction in value added tax (VAT) would benefit both consumers and businesses, and give the economy a much-needed boost,’ according to Sue Robinson, Director of the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF), representing the UK retail motor sector. The RMIF has written to the Chancellor prior to the Pre-Budget Report, calling on him to reduce the rate of VAT to 12. 5 per cent. the full story
‘A reduction in value added tax (VAT) would benefit both consumers and businesses, and give the economy a much-needed boost,’ according to Sue Robinson, Director of the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF), representing the UK retail motor sector. The RMIF has written to the Chancellor prior to the Pre-Budget Report, calling on him to reduce the rate of VAT to 12. 5 per cent. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Emissions Based Road Tax Changes for Older Cars Expected
A likely postponement of road tax increases for cars bought before 2006 has been welcomed by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA). Changes announced in the last Budget meant that from 2009, all cars that had been on the road since 2001 would face rises in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), but it now appears likely that next week's Pre-Budget Report will announce that the retrospective emissions-based tax will be postponed. Director at the ETA, Andrew Davis said: “Higher-polluting cars should face some form of punitive taxation, but it is vital that green taxes are seen as well thought through and fair it's questionable whether such a sharply-increased retrospective tax will ever be seen in that way. ”The VED changes would have affected almost 70 per cent of Britain's 26 million drivers, but it was the retrospective aspect of the tax that most infuriated MPs of all parties. the full story
A likely postponement of road tax increases for cars bought before 2006 has been welcomed by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA). Changes announced in the last Budget meant that from 2009, all cars that had been on the road since 2001 would face rises in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), but it now appears likely that next week's Pre-Budget Report will announce that the retrospective emissions-based tax will be postponed. Director at the ETA, Andrew Davis said: “Higher-polluting cars should face some form of punitive taxation, but it is vital that green taxes are seen as well thought through and fair it's questionable whether such a sharply-increased retrospective tax will ever be seen in that way. ”The VED changes would have affected almost 70 per cent of Britain's 26 million drivers, but it was the retrospective aspect of the tax that most infuriated MPs of all parties. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Schedule Your Car Maintenance to Help Avoid Large Repair Bills
Rising bills and economic uncertainty maymake the household budgettighter than ever but delaying or skipping your car's annual service could be a false economy, costingsignificantly more in the long run. the full story
Rising bills and economic uncertainty maymake the household budgettighter than ever but delaying or skipping your car's annual service could be a false economy, costingsignificantly more in the long run. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Motorists are Choosing the Wrong Oil for Their Car Engine
Motorists are spending an incredible £33million every year on the wrong oil for their car. New figures released by Castrol show that over half of the car oil bought by motorists doesn't meet the vehicle manufacturer's requirement which can result in higher fuel consumption, potential long term engine damage and may even invalidate a vehicle's warranty. The current financial crunch also means that drivers are cutting back on routine maintenance and buying cheaper products and services which could lead to potential problems and safety concerns. the full story
Motorists are spending an incredible £33million every year on the wrong oil for their car. New figures released by Castrol show that over half of the car oil bought by motorists doesn't meet the vehicle manufacturer's requirement which can result in higher fuel consumption, potential long term engine damage and may even invalidate a vehicle's warranty. The current financial crunch also means that drivers are cutting back on routine maintenance and buying cheaper products and services which could lead to potential problems and safety concerns. the full story
Published on: 11th Nov 2008
Children in Need to Recieve Donations From Sporting Bears at This Year's Classic Motor Show
Pudsey won’t be the only bear working hard on the weekend of the 15th November 2008, as the Sporting Bears will be back at the Classic Motor Show with their popular Dream Rides, a ten-mile ride as a passenger in a rare classic car in exchange for a donation. the full story
Pudsey won’t be the only bear working hard on the weekend of the 15th November 2008, as the Sporting Bears will be back at the Classic Motor Show with their popular Dream Rides, a ten-mile ride as a passenger in a rare classic car in exchange for a donation. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2008
How to Improve Your MPG
1 - Drive smoothlyDriving by aggressively accelerating or braking wastes fuel - up to 60 more in fact! When pulling away from the lights, try to accelerate gently. 2 - Read the road aheadWhen driving, try to look ahead and read the conditions of the road - look out for anything that might require you to slow down or stop such as traffic lights or someone attempting to park. the full story
1 - Drive smoothlyDriving by aggressively accelerating or braking wastes fuel - up to 60 more in fact! When pulling away from the lights, try to accelerate gently. 2 - Read the road aheadWhen driving, try to look ahead and read the conditions of the road - look out for anything that might require you to slow down or stop such as traffic lights or someone attempting to park. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2008
Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton’s World Championship Win is the Latest Feather in Formula 3’s Cap, says Kumho Tyres
Kumho Tyres is delighted to see Lewis Hamilton crowned World Driver’s Champion, having supplied the tyres he raced on in his Formula 3 (F3) days. Kumho has been the official tyre supplier and sponsor of the F3 Euro Series since its inception in 2003 and is mid-way through its second stint as appointed tyre partner of the annual Masters of F3 event. the full story
Kumho Tyres is delighted to see Lewis Hamilton crowned World Driver’s Champion, having supplied the tyres he raced on in his Formula 3 (F3) days. Kumho has been the official tyre supplier and sponsor of the F3 Euro Series since its inception in 2003 and is mid-way through its second stint as appointed tyre partner of the annual Masters of F3 event. the full story
Published on: 10th Nov 2008
