That's Motoring

TomTom wins exclusive deal to deliver real-time traffic information to Automobile Association website

2012-01-23T22:56:00.001-08:00

Washington, DC, TRB, 23 January 2012 – TomTom announces a partnership with the Automobile Association (the AA), which will provide the most accurate real-time traffic information for The AA's Traffic News website. The AA website will now include TomTom HD Traffic data, which provides a live view of road conditions and areas of congestion, enabling consumers to better plan their journeys.

Confused.com reveals regional Britain hit by insurance price rises higher than inflation

2012-01-12T22:58:00.001-08:00

Confused.com has revealed that car insurance prices have risen at a higher rate than inflation in many regions over the last twelve months. The cost of comprehensive cover rose by 4.9% over all in 2011, with third party, fire and theft (TPFT) premiums increasing in cost by 10.2% year-on-year. The Confused.com/Towers Watson Car Insurance Price Index is based on more than 4 million quotes.

That's Christmas: Celebrity Christmas Puddings Could Put Drivers Ove...

2011-12-21T14:59:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Celebrity Christmas Puddings Could Put Drivers Ove...: As the festive season approaches, Halfords is warning drivers to be wary of the alcohol levels contained in some Christmas puds. Research ...

Confused.com launches new points promotion with Nectar

2011-12-19T22:14:00.000-08:00

Confused.com will unveil a new promotion with Nectar, the UK's largest loyalty programme. Customers will receive 1,000 Nectar points for every car insurance policy they buy through Confused.com. The promotion is running from 12 December 2011 until 31 March 2012. Confused.com's Nectar Points promotion will be supported by a 30 second TV advert

No Sat Nav, thank you!

2011-12-17T06:48:00.000-08:00

One third (34%) of UK motorists admitted to losing their way despite using a sat nav, demonstrating that some time-saving gadgets don’t always live up to their name. Other common reasons for abandoning the sat nav includes not leading drivers to the correct destination, frustration over usability and preferring to listen to music rather than the sat nav instructions. If driving on busy

Cheadle Hulme man has gained new “six appeal” after winning a car and a motorcycle in a national prize draw!

2011-12-11T23:05:00.001-08:00

Iain Sheriff, collected the keys to his £18,000 six-wheeled package from leading motorcycle insurance specialist Carole Nash. The Altrincham company launched the draw last year to publicise its pioneering and money-saving Six Wheel policy scheme, which allows a car and a bike to be insured on the same policy. Iain, 41, an IT project manager, says the Honda CBF600 bike and nippy Honda Jazz

Apprenticeships offered

2011-12-11T22:44:00.001-08:00

The West Midlands branch of the UK's leading used car supermarket, Carcraft has offered two more apprenticeships to local recruits. As youth unemployment continues to soar in the UK and over one million 16-24 year olds struggling to find work, the company is offering a welcome helping hand to local apprentices, Jamie Cooper and Jay Evans, both 18, from Tipton. The new apprentices will join

Confused.com reveals most popular car choices for different star signs

2011-12-07T23:13:00.000-08:00

Confused.com has unveiled the most popular car choices for the twelve signs of the Zodiac. Aquarians, known for their eccentric streak, are 30% more likely to drive a Peugeot 106 than any other star sign. A Rover 620 is likely to be their second choice, according to Confused.com research. Pisces, who are often regarded as alluring individuals,

GreenRoad Wins Prince Michael International Road Safety Award

2011-12-06T23:24:00.001-08:00

GreenRoad, the leader in driver performance and safety management, has today received a special Fleet Technology Award from His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent in recognition of the effectiveness of its fleet driver management programmes. The Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards are presented to individuals, companies or organisations in acknowledgement of their

Marangoni Evoque HFI-R fitted with Marangoni ‘M-Power EvoRed’ tyres

2011-12-04T04:07:00.000-08:00

Marangoni Tyre, the manufacturer of ‘100% Made in Italy’ car tyres, has continued to communicate its focus on research, the environment and sport through for the fifth consecutive year by transforming the desirable Range Rover Evoque into a breath taking demonstration car – a project of style. • Elegance, fashion and sport, combined with

That's Health: Scrap All Drink Driving Laws, argues Libertarian b...

2011-12-02T08:46:00.000-08:00

That's Health: Scrap All Drink Driving Laws, argues Libertarian b...: The Libertarian Alliance, the radical free market and civil liberties think tank and pressure group, today calls on the British Government t...

Leading automotive and industrial supplier selects integrated ERP system from m-hance to remain ahead of it's competition

2011-11-28T23:20:00.001-08:00

Major investment will significantly improve BRT Group’s business performance across 21 locations 28th November 2011 - BRT Group, a leading independent supplier of automotive and industrial components, is implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system from m-hance to increase business efficiency and strengthen financial control. The solution, which is being implemented as part of a

That's Books: Anya - A Thriller Based In The Shady World Of Car ...

2011-11-26T17:25:00.000-08:00

That's Books: Anya - A Thriller Based In The Shady World Of Car ...: Anya by R J DeLittle Paperback £9.99 Anya is a complex, multi-themed thriller based in the milieu of an historic car dealership. Vinta...

Winter-proofing your bike is crucial to maintain valid insurance cover

2011-11-17T22:40:00.000-08:00

Any motorcycle insurance policy will demand that you keep your bike in good, roadworthy condition all year round. Fail to do so and you could find it invalidates a motorcycle insurance claim. On the upside, a bike that’s maintained well, to the manufacturer’s recommendations, could qualify for cheaper insurance cover. So what should riders be doing to

That's Health: Revolutionary E-Lites back BMA’s ban on smoking in...

2011-11-16T23:38:00.000-08:00

That's Health: Revolutionary E-Lites back BMA’s ban on smoking in...: Today’s announcement by the British Medical Association (BMA) of the ban on smoking in cars has o...

Equifax research reveals that more than two thirds use credit cards to pay for fuel.

2011-11-16T23:29:00.001-08:00

With the petrol prices being debated by MPs in the House of Commons yesterday (15th November 2011), leading instant online credit check provider, Equifax, has re-released research conducted earlier this year which revealed that the cost of fuel means that for more than half of those surveyed, they pay by credit card. And this can have quite serious consequences for their finances if, like

That's Home and Household: Tesco Compare adds more well-known car and home in...

2011-11-14T23:30:00.000-08:00

That's Home and Household: Tesco Compare adds more well-known car and home in...: Tesco Compare has added an extra six insurance providers to its portfolio, providing customers wi...

That's Business: Windmill Leasing to expand into the light commerci...

2011-11-13T23:11:00.000-08:00

That's Business: Windmill Leasing to expand into the light commerci...: Windmill Leasing has announced plans to expand into the light commercial vehicle (LCV) leas...

Confused.com research reveals the decline of the driving test

2011-11-09T23:34:00.001-08:00

Confused.com has unveiled that 13 per cent of people know someone who is driving on roads without a driving licence, identifying a menace on today's roads, the driver that hasn't taken their driving test. The research shows that there has been a dramatic fall in the number of people learning to drive in a short time period as

That's Technology: Qualcomm opts for Halo for wireless electric vehic...

2011-11-09T22:58:00.000-08:00

That's Technology: Qualcomm opts for Halo for wireless electric vehic...: * Qualcomm acquires Halo IPT technology underlining confidence in the future of electric vehicle...

That's Christmas: Christmas gift for the petrolhead in your life!

2011-11-07T09:58:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Christmas gift for the petrolhead in your life!: It's a match made in petrolhead heaven. The limited-edition TomTom Top Gear sat nav brings fans of the show a combination of a Stig mode (...

Get in the Fast Lane as Deadline Looms for £18,000 Honda Bike and Car Prize Giveaway

2011-10-26T22:24:00.000-07:00

You’d best get in the fast lane if you fancy winning a superb six wheeled package comprising a brand new Honda CBF 600N motorcycle and a nippy Honda Jazz hatchback. That’s because the deadline is looming for entries to the £18,000 prize draw launched by insurance firm Carole Nash to promote its pioneering Six Wheel policy. Unique on the market Six Wheel allows you to insure a bike and car

Confused.com reveals the rudest drivers and launches etiquette guide

2011-10-04T22:40:00.000-07:00

Confused.com has revealed the results of a recent poll which suggests motorists need a fuel injection of mannersConfused.com. The majority of UK drivers consider themselves to be courteous drivers (92%) but think that almost 1 in 3 (31%) of other motorists are in the slow lane when it comes to courtesy in the car. If motorists

That's Travel: Confused.com finds half of car drivers could not c...

2011-09-29T22:42:00.000-07:00

That's Travel: Confused.com finds half of car drivers could not c...: Confused.com has revealed drivers in the UK are music fanatics who can't cope without songs on a...

VW Commercial Vehicles kicks off Footie Season!

2011-08-29T23:01:00.000-07:00

As the 2011/12 football season gets fully underway, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has kicked off an exciting new advertising strategy which will see the brand on display at some of the biggest matches around the country. The deal, which complements the brand’s new football-focused advertising strategy, will see Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and the new Crafter

Europcar goes electric

2011-08-25T22:48:00.000-07:00

Europcar is backing its commitment to the environment with positive action, by being the first UK rental provider to add the new Peugeot iON to its fleet. This follows the announcement of Europcar's global partnership with PSA Peugeot Citroen last October and responds to increasing demand for access to electric vehicles to rent. Providing travellers arriving at several of

Europcar reveals car hirers are underestimating risks of damage

2011-08-24T22:48:00.000-07:00

Europcar has analysed UK consumer attitudes towards car hire insurance, revealing what it believes are some worrying patterns in behaviour that see drivers facing high costs they could have easily avoided. The analysis shows that nearly 90% of its UK fleet suffered from some form of damage - from major bodywork damage to flat tyres and windscreen chips and cracks - during 2010. Yet only just over

Which celeb would you take a spin with?

2011-08-21T23:22:00.000-07:00

A history of high speed prangs, all night partying and impractical footwear means celebrities don’t have the best reputation behind the wheel. But which celebrity would British drivers feel least safe with as their driver for the day? According to a survey conducted for PC Tools to celebrate their sponsorship of TDS Racing and World Series by Renault, Lady Gaga is the celebrity Britain’s

That's Business: Smallest, flattest and most versatile gps tracker ...

2011-08-18T23:16:00.000-07:00

That's Business: Smallest, flattest and most versatile gps tracker ...: Izon247 are pleased to announce the beta release of the world's smallest, most covert gps tr...

That's Holiday: Online car hire comparison site offers mobile user...

2011-08-14T22:37:00.000-07:00

That's Holiday: Online car hire comparison site offers mobile user...: "When a quick change of travel plans demands a car hire booking on the fly, the new Android phone app launched by Carrentals.co.uk can save..."

That's Holiday: Europcar locations set to open 7 days a week with ...

2011-08-11T23:32:00.000-07:00

That's Holiday: Europcar locations set to open 7 days a week with ...: "Europcar has announced that from September 2011, busy travellers can benefit from 7-day openin..."

Confused.com poll reveals UK drivers want a crackdown on drug driving

2011-08-09T23:40:00.000-07:00

A new poll from Confused.com reveals that 'Crack down on drug driving' is the message from drivers to the UK government. 70% of drivers say they don’t think enough is being done about this problem and 71% want to see the government do more to combat drug driving. 25-34 year olds are most likely to drive while on drugs (8% admit

UK car sales fall by 3.5% in July 2011

2011-08-08T23:11:00.000-07:00

Analysis by Cars on Demand suggests that new car sales will be increasingly supported by business short term car leasing. Car fleet acquisition by businesses is a strong part of the motor trade for fleet sizes ranging from 5 cars up to thousands of units. Due to cost base constraints and general economic toughness, short term car leasing is now a popular financing method for many UK

Britain’s Got Biking Judges!

2011-08-03T23:37:00.000-07:00

The organisers of Britain’s Got Biking Talent with Carole Nash have unveiled the panel of celebrity bikers who will preside over the nation’s biggest and best biking contest. The judges who will determine 40 of the 50 bikes shortlisted have been confirmed as: • Charley Boorman – modern day motorcycling adventurer, travel writer, entertainer and co-star of the hit biking TV shows, Long Way Down

That's Green: Unique ‘Mu By Peugeot’ Hire Scheme Extends Availab...

2011-08-03T22:36:00.000-07:00

That's Green: Unique ‘Mu By Peugeot’ Hire Scheme Extends Availab...: "The pioneering ‘Mu by Peugeot’ hire scheme that includes renting bicycles, scooters, cars, Coupé Cabriolets, Sports Coupés, Crossovers, MPVs..."

That's Green: Duttons brands electric vehicle charge points for ...

2011-08-02T23:28:00.000-07:00

That's Green: Duttons brands electric vehicle charge points for ...: "Ecotricity, by reputation Britain’s greenest electricity supplier, are rolling out the world’s first motorway network of electric vehicle ch..."

Confused.com reveals over a quarter of UK motorists have a pet name for their car

2011-08-01T22:44:00.001-07:00

The average UK motorist considers their car to be female, with a personality that is sensible (25%), cute (8%) or playful (7%). Findings also confirm 16% of men see their cars as women, choosing words such as sexy (6%) and mischievous (5%) to describe the personality of their vehicles. Peter Collett, Psychologist and author of 'Driving Passion - The Psychology of The Car' suggests that naming

Carfinance247.co.uk says: Confidence is returning to the used car market

2011-07-26T23:41:00.000-07:00

Internet car finance broker carfinance247.co.uk have published their latest data relating to their used car sales and car finance applications during the last three years which show spending during the first six months of 2011 is up on both the same period for 2009 and 2010. • In 2009, the amount spent on used cars for the period January to June came in at just over £1.4m (this includes the

That's Business: European cover for company cars is a necessity for...

2011-07-20T22:43:00.000-07:00

That's Business: European cover for company cars is a necessity for...: "RunYourCars.com is urging fleet managers to be prepared with adequate European breakdown cover and other services this summer. As the summ..."

Confused.com reveals slow drivers are the biggest frustration for UK drivers

2011-07-20T22:22:00.001-07:00

Confused.com has released news data showing that dawdling drivers are the top cause of irritation for UK drivers. The survey by the car insurance experts shows that over half (60%) of motorists experience an increase in stress levels and a heightened irritability when faced with a vehicle driving slower than the rest of the traffic. In reaction to these slow drivers, almost half (45%) of

That's Green: Peugeot getting greener

2011-07-19T22:21:00.000-07:00

That's Green: Peugeot getting greener: "The new Peugeot 508 RXH: diesel-electric and distinctive high end appeal combine to offer an original view of the world of all road vehicles..."

That's Business: You can save £300 per car every year, no matter wh...

2011-07-14T23:10:00.000-07:00

That's Business: You can save £300 per car every year, no matter wh...: "You can gain the buying power of a much larger business no matter the size of your company OR the size of your 'fleet' of vehicles and save ..."

Cost of Motorcycle Theft put at over £100million as Research Reveals London Bikers Nearly Five Times More Likely to have Bike Stolen

2011-07-13T22:15:00.001-07:00

London bikers are most at risk of having their motorcycle stolen with those living in the South West of the capital suffering theft rates nearly five times the UK average according to new data published by the UK’s biggest motorcycle insurance specialist. The publication of Carole Nash’s annual Motorcycle Theft Survey follows a warning from the Motorcycle Crime Reduction Group that bike thefts

New Cash Creation Car Hire Programmes should be viewed with caution say the experts

2011-07-11T22:42:00.001-07:00

The experts at top web-based car hire price comparator Carrentals.co.uk have issued a note of caution about potential problems they could find themselves facing should they opt for new car rental programmes, whilst it is true that these schemes may create owners some cash, they might also bring with them a number of potential problems and difficulties. Many new money-making programmes have

Towergate Underwriting Partners with GreenRoad To Help Clients Reduce Driver Risk

2011-07-11T22:05:00.000-07:00

By offering GreenRoad’s services, Towergate will help clients reduce their accident claims rate and negotiate more favourable insurance premiums. By partnering with GreenRoad, Towergate gains new intelligence about risk and safety levels leading to more effective risk management strategies and tailored insurance offerings that reflect the reduced risk. Towergate has already signed up seven

That's Holiday: California dreaming with your own VW California ca...

2011-07-04T22:35:00.000-07:00

That's Holiday: California dreaming with your own VW California ca...: "Do you fancy getting away from it all this summer? It’s not too late to escape in a modern Volkswagen California campervan – with several mo..."

Carole Nash to offer free helmet insurance

2011-07-03T23:39:00.001-07:00

Carole Nash is to help bikers by offering free helmet insurance with every modern motorcycle policy taken out through the company in July. Further proving that they’re no visor misers the UK’s biggest motorcycle insurance specialist is also going to give away a stylish new Arai helmet every day throughout the month. A daily prize draw will be held amongst new policyholders with the winners

White becoming popular again as car colour, and it is greener, too!

2011-06-30T22:43:00.001-07:00

White has become the fastest growing new car colour, whilst once-popular silver cars are fading out of fashion, thanks to the so-called “Apple Effect”. Black may be the most chosen colour for cars leaving the showroom, but the colour white, a favourite in the 1980s, is enjoying a rebirth in popularity. Design experts have attributed this trend to computer giant Apple, whose sleek, white iPods

That's Books: Haynes Manuals Hit the Information Super Highway

2011-06-26T22:09:00.000-07:00

That's Books: Haynes Manuals Hit the Information Super Highway: "The Revered DIY Automotive and Motorcycle Repair Books Will Be Enhanced on the Web. Haynes Publishing, the worldwide leader in the supply..."

Carole Nash Backs Ride to Work Day with Free Commuting Insurance

2011-06-15T22:55:00.000-07:00

Specialist bike insurer Carole Nash is backing international Ride To Work Day by providing free insurance to ensure all its policyholders are covered for commuting on the big day (Monday June 20th). The company’s move came after it found that 47 percent of its motorcycle insurance customers were not covered to ride to and from work. “On interrogating our customer database we found that nearly

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2011-06-14T23:27:00.000-07:00

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Admiral reveals the impact of rising fuel costs on motorists

2011-06-05T22:53:00.001-07:00

Admiral Insurance has found that motorists in the UK are using their cars less and ignoring problems with their cars due to the increasing cost of motoring. Half of the motorists in the UK revealed that they have reduced the amount of driving they do due to the rising cost of fuel, with over than nine out of ten feeling 'ripped off' by the current price of petrol and diesel. These are some

Confused.com names ten most popular games families play in cars on long journeys

2011-06-05T22:41:00.001-07:00

52% of UK car owners avoided the tailbacks on the Bank Holiday and stayed at home or used another method of transport, says recent research from car insurance comparison site Confused.com. But for those who stuck with tradition, a car packed with kids, pets and picnics awaited them. Gareth Kloet, head of car insurance at Confused.com said: "Keeping children entertained on long car journeys can

Carole Nash issues warning to bikers: Make sure your bike is insured, or risk having it crushed

2011-05-31T23:15:00.000-07:00

Top motorcycle insurance specialist Carole Nash is warning all bikers to ensure they comply with and satisfy the new insurance rules which come into force on June 20, or risk having their bike seized and destroyed. The company is advising legitimate riders not to get caught out by the new Continuous Insurance Enforcement law. Whilst targeted at the estimated 1.5 million uninsured riders and

Massive Savings of 25% Off Hertz Hire Cars From Carrentals.co.uk in an Exclusive Deal

2011-05-26T23:43:00.000-07:00

UK travellers heading to the United Arab Emirates and European destinations this summer can receive 25% off Hertz rental cars, in the latest exclusive deal from Carrentals.co.uk, the UK leading comparator for rental cars. In more than 10,000 locations worldwide, Carrentals.co.uk helps tourists and business travellers save on their hire cars by comparing the best deals around. By teaming up with

Young drivers priced off the roads as teenage driving tests plummet

2011-05-25T22:26:00.000-07:00

Young drivers are being increasingly priced off the roads as rising fuel and insurance costs put car ownership out of reach for many teenagers. New figures from the Driving Standards Agency show that the number of 17-year-olds taking driving tests has fallen by more than 55,000 in the past three years. And many people priced out of running a car are looking to motorcycling, with a 17 per cent

City Link opts for GreenRoad for UK delivery vans

2011-05-24T22:18:00.001-07:00

Partners with Zurich to Increase Safety and Fuel Economy GreenRoad, the world’s leaders in driver performance and fuel efficiency, has announced that City Link, has gone live with GreenRoad 360 in 280 vans at 14 depots over the country. All depots report improvements in driving skills since GreenRoad started giving drivers feedback on their driving, and the number of potentially hazardous

Cartoon helps make Carole Nash chiefs dash for charity cash!

2011-05-11T21:35:00.000-07:00

A cartoon published last year by trade magazine Insurance Times this week really put two directors of motorcycle insurance specialist Carole Nash in the running - for charity! Chief executive David Newman was spotted by the magazine’s diarist making an early retreat from a London conference. Unconfirmed rumours that he was off to the gym to get in training for a run to this year’s Manchester

Drivers Crank up Air Con Overhauls for Spring Bake

2011-05-10T22:55:00.000-07:00

The hottest April on record has caused an early surge in bookings for aircon services by drivers keen to beat the heat, according to a major garage network. The recent spell of sunshine, culminating in a red hot Easter weekend where holidaymakers baked in their cars, has seen drivers flocking to get their air con operating at peak efficiency. Figures from Halfords Autocentres show that air con

New Study Reveals Most Likely and least likely MOT Failures

2011-05-10T21:36:00.001-07:00

Halfords-owned Nationwide Autocentres, which performs more MOTs than any other garage group, has undertaken research which details the how cars perform when it comes to the annual road worthiness test. It found three year old Renault Meganes examined in 2009 had a one in four chance of failing, while similarly aged Vauxhall Corsas had a one in five chance. For five year old cars, the Corsa had

MG Midget To Be Given Away At 50th Anniversary Event!

2011-05-08T22:58:00.000-07:00

The MG Car Club is preparing to hand over the keys of its coveted 'Star Car' - an immaculate 1972 MG Midget worth over £5,000 which one member will win! Members who have joined the MGCC in the past 18 months, along with existing members who have assisted with recruitment, are in with a chance of winning the car, which will be given away on Sunday June 5th at Midget50 which takes place at

Le Mans 24 Hours Test Day – A day of total success!

2011-05-05T21:39:00.000-07:00

Team Peugeot Total took full advantage of the Le Mans 24 Hours test day to continue its preparations for the world’s most famous endurance race. The team’s race engineers and all ten drivers: Sébastien Bourdais, Anthony Davidson, Marc Gené, Pedro Lamy, Nicolas Minassian, Franck Montagny, Simon Pagenaud, Stéphane Sarrazin, Alexander Wurz and new recruit Jean-Karl Vernay completed a

The National Trust launches campaign to save Morris car inventor's home

2011-05-04T22:19:00.000-07:00

The National Trust has launched a campaign to raise £600,000 to save the "time capsule" home of the man who made motoring affordable for the British masses. The Morris Motor Company was started in 1910 when bicycle manufacturer William Morris, later Lord Nuffield, turned his attention to cars. Three years later the two-seat

Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Highway Code with the Theory Test App from Driving Test Success

2011-04-14T22:41:00.000-07:00

To mark the 80th anniversary of the introduction of the UK's Highway Code on 14 April 2011, Driving Test Success has made the complete original 1931 Highway Code available to download as a free PDF. And if you would like to test yourself on the modern Highway Code, Driving Test Success has also slashed 67 per cent off the price of its Theory Test App for iPhone, iPod touch and

Carole Nash Celebrates New Bike Season with Excessive Offer

2011-04-13T23:05:00.000-07:00

Carole Nash is celebrating the start of the new bike season by doing something to excess – paThe UK’s favourite motorcycle insurance specialist has launched a limited promotion which will see bikers given FREE Excess Protection Insurance, when they take out a modern motorcycle new business policy. This means that should motorcyclists need to claim on their policy they won’t need

Used car website motors.co.uk calls for motorist's manifesto

2010-04-27T16:04:00.001-07:00

As political campaigning reaches its final stage, leading used car website, motors.co.uk has called for a Motorists’ Manifesto to place the needs of UK drivers at the top of the political agenda. The move follows new research by the website into the key issues concerning motorists ahead of the election. According to the research, the top three driving demands are for Britain’s pot hole

Europcar making driving to the continent easier

2010-04-27T16:03:00.001-07:00

Europcar, the UK's leading car hire company is going the extra mile to take the hassle out of its customers' travel plans as the travel industry recovers from the effects of the volcanic ash cloud. To help with the situation Europcar has made a huge effort to re-distribute its fleet to where its services are needed most by focusing on ferry ports, specifically along the Southern coast of

Audi plays the long game with latest A8 Saloon

2010-04-25T05:20:00.001-07:00

All-new W12 FSI engine and 130mm of extra length incorporated at the rear enable flagship Audi saloon to set even higher luxury standards • Long wheelbase versions of Audi luxury saloon open for order in late July for first deliveries in December 2010 - OTR prices expected to start from around £58,000 • 3.0-litre TDI (250PS), 4.2-litre TDI (350PS), 4.2-litre FSI (372PS) and 6.3-litre W12 FSI (

A Third Of Drivers Needlessly Increasing Fuel Costs

2010-04-25T05:18:00.001-07:00

Over a third of drivers in the UK are needlessly increasing their fuel bills and taking extra safety risks by failing to keep their tyres properly inflated. The advice has been issued by TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation, in the month that average petrol prices reached a new all time high of 119.9p a litre. TyreSafe estimates that £0.7 billion of fuel is being wasted each year

Voltz to Power Up Modified Nationals Event

2010-04-21T17:13:00.001-07:00

Voltz International has today announced it is sponsoring the UKs largest indoor and outdoor car show: Modified Nationals, to be held on the Peterborough Show Ground 28-30 May 2010. “Voltz is the perfect energy shot to power up Modified Nationals which includes the wildest show cars, entertainment, trade area, competitions and loads of activities like karting, bungee jumping and of course the

Severe Winters expected to continue, experts warn

2010-04-14T16:51:00.000-07:00

Next winter could be as severe as this has been, was one of the key messages to emerge from the Snow Summit held at Stansted Airport. Representatives of local government, the Highways Agency, Department for Transport, salt producers, and service providers met on March 24 to review road network clearance during the most severe winter in over 30 years. Several key points were covered during

GQ unveils the GQ Citroën concept car

2010-04-07T17:14:00.001-07:00

GQ has created made to measure suits, personalised aftershaves, handmade shoes and limited-edition accessories, it has given its name to racehorses, bars and houses. So it was only a matter of time before GQ took its penchant for the bespoke to its logical conclusion: its very own concept car. Working with French automotive design legends Citroën, and with a smattering of Savile Row magic, GQ

Announcing TomTom Start 2: the best way to get started with satellite navigation

2010-03-30T14:00:00.001-07:00

TomTom shifts car navigation up a gear today with the launch of the TomTom Start 2, a smart new device that makes driving even more stress-free. New features include advanced lane guidance which makes light work of complex junctions. This feature displays all of the lanes clearly on the device, showing which one drivers should take – and helping to make navigation simpler and stress-free. New

Batterychargerstore.co.uk Extends Range of Battery Chargers

2010-03-29T16:40:00.001-07:00

Recently launched website BatteryChargerStore.co.uk, which offers a range of award-winning smart chargers covering a variety of vehicles, has extended its range of battery chargers with the addition of the CTEK D250S, a new onboard charger that is powered from the alternator and, will not only charge leisure batteries, but also condition and extend their life, saving the consumer valuable time

Q8Oils launches innovative, environmentally friendly packaging system for lubricants

2010-03-24T17:41:00.000-07:00

Offering customers ease of use, reduced disposal costs and improved storageQ8Oils, which develops, manufactures and markets some of the finest quality lubricants in the world, is launching the new Q8 OilQUBE, an innovative and revolutionary new packaging system.The Q8 OilQUBE, offering customers environmentally friendly packaging, combined with ease of use and disposal, is manufactured and filled

Beat the Fuel Price Increase by Properly Maintaining Your Car

2010-03-24T08:35:00.000-07:00

Today’s budget announced Government plans to hit motorists with another increase in the cost of petrol.Alastair Darling revealed that the price of a litre of unleaded or diesel will increase by 3p by the end of January next year.However, the Institute of the Motor Industry today said that motorists could beat this increase by having their cars properly maintained.“A badly maintained car can often

Access Legal from Shoosmiths hooks up with MAG

2010-03-14T16:23:00.000-07:00

Access Legal from Shoosmiths is to help the 50,000-strong Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) become the UK's leading consumer organisation for bikers, as the consumer legal services provider announces it has teamed-up with MAG to offer free legal advice to its members.Comprising volunteers, MAG lobbies to protect motorcycling from legislation it believes threatens riders' pleasure; while its

Autoquake.com secures additional £6m investment

2010-03-08T15:54:00.000-08:00

Autoquake.com, an online used car retailer, today announced the closure of a £6 million round of venture capital and venture debt financing. The equity is being provided by existing investors Accel Partners and Highland Capital Partners and the debt is being provided by Kreos Capital.Autoquake has pioneered the concept of enabling consumers to buy a used car from a trusted retailer in the comfort

Earn Back £500 worth of deals with bike insurance from Carole Nash

2010-03-07T15:54:00.001-08:00

Carole Nash has launched a new initiative to enable bikers to “earn back” over £500 when they take out a bike policy with the UK’s favourite motorcycle insurance specialist.The scheme will see bikers renewing or taking out a new Carole Nash bike insurance policy receiving a book of vouchers featuring exclusive promotional offers from some of the most respected names in the biking business. They

Launching the ‘Find Engine’ that FindsYouCars

2010-03-07T07:04:00.000-08:00

For those looking to buy their next car, the search is over! The first online ‘find engine’ FindsYouCars.com has launched and is geared up to identify car suppliers which have the exact car that each buyer is looking for, quickly and securely, without them having to do the legwork themselves.“FindsYouCars.com is a find engine, not a search engine,” comments FindsYouCars.com CEO Guy Walker. “This

Star's Iron Butt saved by Carole Nash

2010-02-25T14:58:00.000-08:00

Motorcycle insurance specialist Carole Nash has saved the “Iron Butt” of actor Danny John-Jules’ “Iron Butt” so he can tackle a 7,000 mile challenge in aid of Sports Relief.Danny, who is best known for playing the Cat in the BBC sci-fi comedy hit , hit a last minute hitch when insurance for him and co-rider Graham Hoskins fell through. Management consultant Graham then sent a desperate last

Motoring awards

2010-02-25T14:42:00.000-08:00

Leading online car buying website motors.co.uk has launched the Buyer’s Choice Awards to help motorists bag a bargain as the new ‘10’ plate releases more new and used cars onto the market.The awards recognise the nation’s most desirable cars of the past three years based on the millions of searches made annually on the motors.co.uk website.In pole position is the BMW 3 Series which takes the

Van drivers, get a grip with Peugeot!

2010-02-23T16:20:00.000-08:00

Peugeot’s Partner van can now be specified with Peugeot’s Innovative Grip Control system on L1 HDi 90 850 kg van and crew van models.Recently introduced on the Peugeot 3008 Crossover, Peugeot’s innovative Grip Control system is now available on L1 HDi 90 850 Partner van models, in both S and SE trim levels, as part of an All Terrain Option Pack. Combined with the Grip Control the option also

Nosey Parker iPhone App Makes Parking Quicker, Easier and Cheaper

2010-02-22T16:08:00.000-08:00

New iPhone App Nosey Parker takes the hassle out of parking in an unfamiliar town or city or helps you find a cheaper car park in your home town. Developed for business travellers, tourists, shoppers, parents or anyone who doesn’t want to pay the earth for a parking space, Nosey Parker finds the nearest car park to your current position or you can go for the cheapest or safest.Nosey Parker is the

Carole Nash customers get £5 off tickets to Charley Boorman Live UK & Ireland 2010 tour

2010-02-15T16:50:00.000-08:00

Carole Nash, Britain’s favourite motorcycle insurance broker, is offering customers the chance to claim an exclusive discount to see Charley Boorman’s Live UK & Ireland 2010 tour.Carole Nash customers can claim a £5 discount at any one of the 30 venues across the UK and Ireland where Charley Boorman, star of ‘Long Way Round’, ‘Long Way Down’, ‘Race To Dakar’ and ‘By Any Means’ will be giving fans

Nanotechnology Saves Emissions and Fuel Costs on an Industrial Scale - Good News for Plant and Machinery Operators and Owners

2010-02-10T16:12:00.000-08:00

Nanoland is introducing to UK & Ireland a product that enables virtually any machine to operate more efficiently, while reducing fuel costs by around 11% and emissions by around 60%. Based on the latest German nanotechnology the product - which is simply added to engine or gearbox oil - is a low cost way to reduce the cost of operating machinery from the smallest motors and generators to the

Francecasse reveals a 10.5% rise in the buying of used car parts in Europe

2010-02-10T15:13:00.000-08:00

According to the database of the online parts finder Francecasse, Europeans tend to buy more and more used car parts online. From 2009 to 2010, there has been a 10.5% rise in requests for car parts on the whole network.This rise of the requests for used car parts was mainly driven by the implementation of the Scrapping premium in most of the European Countries, a bonus given to the people when

Sheffield Insulations Deploys GreenRoad For Fuel Efficiency and Safer Driving

2010-02-09T14:45:00.000-08:00

Fuel Consumption Reduced by 9.7 percent; Crashes Cut by 24 percentGreenRoad™ today announced that Sheffield Insulations, the UK’s leading distributor of Insulation Products, has deployed GreenRoad’s service across its fleet of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) at its Ruislip depot that covers an area from West London to Surrey and Oxfordshire. Sheffield Insulations

Motors.co.uk becomes 2nd biggest car buying network in 3rd year

2010-02-03T15:24:00.000-08:00

Leading online car buying website motors.co.uk is celebrating after independent figures revealed that the business has increased market share to become the UK’s second biggest new and used car site.The results released as the website celebrates its third birthday, follow a year of continued partnership with Northcliffe Media as well as new strategic partnerships with four regional media groups

BatteryChargerStore.co.uk Reports Rise in Visitors in the Run Up to Christmas

2010-01-19T10:31:00.001-08:00

New UK-based website BatteryChargerStore.co.uk, which offers a range of award-winning smart chargers covering cars, motorcycles and other vehicles, has reported a huge rise in visitors to the site in November as people across the UK commenced their Christmas shopping.Customers have been logging on to the site to take advantage of great savings on battery chargers to be given as presents to

Fleets Cut Costs As Fsg Bodyshops Implement Industry-Leading ‘Lean-Flow’ Management Programme

2010-01-17T16:23:00.000-08:00

Businesses are making major cost-savings and improving company car and van operational efficiencies as a result of accident bodyshops used by Fleet Support Group implementing industry-leading ‘lean-flow’ management techniques.And while the impact of ‘lean-flow’ delivers significant benefits to FSG’s fleet customers it is also improving operating productivity at the company’s nationwide network of

Honda Backs 'Homemade' Cars With New TV Advertising Campaign

2010-01-17T08:20:00.001-08:00

Honda (UK) is backing its British-built cars by making the Civic the star of its latest advertisement ‘Everything’ which hits UK TV screens on Monday, 18 January.The new 60-second film, created by Wieden + Kennedy London, showcases the breadth of Honda’s engineering experience; from ATVs, to marine engines, motorcycles, and the humanoid robot, ASIMO. ‘Everything’ highlights how Honda has

Recession Drives Motorists to the Limit

2010-01-13T17:54:00.001-08:00

From sleepless nights, increased drinking and a series of health complaints, a new survey reveals risks to driver safety as recession stress takes overBritish motorists are being driven to record stress levels, with a new survey revealing how drivers are suffering from a lack of sleep and a series of health complaints due to recession worries, with almost a quarter of respondents turning to

BatteryChargerStore.co.uk Identifies Top Reasons For Battery Care

2010-01-08T18:13:00.001-08:00

New website BatteryChargerStore.co.uk, which offers a range of award-winning smart chargers covering cars, motorcycles and other vehicles, has suggested a list of reasons why drivers should undertake regular battery care to get the best out of their battery and keep their vehicle on the road at all times.Maintenance Is Key – Only 30% of unmaintained batteries last for 4 years - with some lasting

Snuggie up in a snow jam

2010-01-07T16:30:00.001-08:00

Imagine breaking down in winter gridlock (which may be likely). Look to your left and you see two car passengers wearing what appears to be a robe. Are they part of a new cult or returning from a fancy dress party? They’re just keeping warm with the latest phenomenon to hit the UK shores.The blanket with sleeves is called the Snuggie. London passengers Katie Ray (on the left of the image) and

Voltz Teams Up With Max Power to Give Away Subaru Impreza

2010-01-06T17:04:00.000-08:00

Voltz Distribution UK, the company behind the popular Voltz healthy energy drink has today announced it has teamed up with Max Power to give away a Subaru Impreza worth over £15k.“We are all about energy and our competition with Max Power to win the 380bhp Impreza P1 is an amazing opportunity for Voltz energy shot fans,” confirms Rob Arnold, CEO of Voltz. “The Voltz energy shot is a new concept

Happy New Year!

2009-12-31T17:54:00.000-08:00

Have a Great time!

Autoquake takes on VAT rise

2009-12-29T04:57:00.000-08:00

Car buyers can beat the VAT increase with a used car from Autoquake.com, as January’s new tax rate pushes up the price of new cars.Autoquake.com, the UK’s largest online used car retailer, has pledged to absorb the cost of the VAT increase.However, the move from 15% to a 17.5% VAT rate will put £250 on the price of a new car with a £10,000 pre-tax price, so Autoquake.com’s stock will be even

Free iPhone app helps drivers locate a mechanic in snowy weather this christmas

2009-12-24T01:45:00.001-08:00

A new ATA iPhone app which helps drivers locate a skilled and fully-qualified technician has now been launched.The free, easy-to-use app can be downloaded immediately to help drivers make sure their car is safe before driving off to visit relatives.The Institute of the Motor Industry developed the programme, which helps locate a garage with ATA-registered technicians you know you can rely on.Just

Buying online saves car buyers £10 million

2009-12-22T15:26:00.000-08:00

Car buyers have saved almost £10 million in 2009 by shopping at Autoquake.com, the UK’s largest online used car retailer.By comparing its transaction prices against the Parkers (www.parkers.co.uk) guide price for franchised dealer cars*, Autoquake.com has discovered that its customers have saved £9,379,131 to the end of November. That’s an average saving of £1,352 per car. With the end of the