03 June 2009, 01:14 PM
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class takes first place in its segment in the latest ADAC breakdown statistics. According to surveys carried out by the largest European automobile club, this makes it the most reliable car in the medium class.
The breakdown statistics are based on the practical, day-to-day experiences of the breakdown assistance personnel from the ADAC, Europe's largest automobile club. These statistics, which are published every year, th
03 June 2009, 09:38 AM
A New Jersey philanthropist was the 500th person to take ownership of a Tesla Roadster, an important milestone for the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer.
Martin Tuchman, former chairman and CEO of Interpool, is chairman of The Tuchman Foundation and a board member of The Parkinson's Alliance and Parkinson's Disease Foundation of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York. He plans to charge his Roadster partly with solar energy thanks to photovoltaic panels he helped install throu
03 June 2009, 09:13 AM
The Spanish brand’s sporty SEAT Exeo sedan range has been extended with the arrival on the market of the estate ST version, a tremendously functional car that combines luxury, comfort and spaciousness with the traditional sporty philosophy that characterises all SEAT models.
The new Exeo ST goes one step further in
02 June 2009, 03:40 PM
The Volvo XC60 is one of the most appealing SUVs in its class and Cobra Technology & Lifestyle now offers new accessories for the five-door that are as exclusive and attractive as they are robust.
The front of the Swedish 4x4 can be upgraded with the Cobra Technology & Lifestyle front guard. The stainless-steel guard has a tube diameter of 60 millimeters. Thanks to its flexible mount it meets the strict EU requirements for pedestrian protection. The easy-to-install accessory comes wit
02 June 2009, 02:33 PM
General Motors Corp., announced it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a buyer for HUMMER, its premium off-road brand. This transaction is the result of GM's strategic review of the HUMMER brand and the company’s ongoing restructuring efforts.
The sale is expected to close by the end of third quarter of this year and is subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of applicable regulatory approvals.
The deal is expected to secure more than 3,000 U.S. job
02 June 2009, 02:18 PM
The FIA Main Event at Santa Pod Raceway is always a crowd pleaser, but last weekend at this years event, the history book got ripped up and thrown away, with several European records being shattered in blistering sunshine.
Thanks to a blissful break in the venue's luck with the weather, the headline event seemed to
02 June 2009, 02:08 PM
All the celebrations for Mini's 50th anniversary have gone to the head of the organisers of the Classic Motor Show, held at Birmingham's NEC from 13th to 15th November 2009. They are giving the fantastic 1960 Morris Mini restored at last year's show away in a text-to-win competition. For just 50p plus your standard network charge, you can enter to win a classic Mini of your own.
‘Mo' as the red Morris Mini has been nicknamed, was restored to its former glory live on stage at the 2008 Classic Motor Show by Edd Ch
02 June 2009, 01:08 PM
With its new 1.6 TDI engines, Audi demonstrates once again that driving pleasure and efficiency are not mutually exclusive. With consumption of just 4.1 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (57.37 US mpg), the A3 1.6 TDI with an output of 77 kW (105 hp) emits a mere 109 grams of CO2 per kilometer (175 g/mile). These exc
02 June 2009, 11:01 AM
More power, great design and a sporty heart: NOVITEC presents the exclusive tuning program for the Alfa Romeo MiTo. Engine tuning for the two Diesel models and the gasoline-powered 1.4 TB model is complemented by a strikingly styled aerodynamic-enhancement package. The latter comes with a general operating certificate, eliminating the need for individual technical inspections. Also available from NOVITEC are 18-inch wheels and a height-adjustable coil-over suspension.
NOVITEC POWERJET 2 is th
02 June 2009, 10:12 AM
With the 5008, Peugeot has created a new interpretation of the compact people carrier. This new model combines all the manufacturer’s key values but also builds further on the benefits expected by customers in this segment without any adverse effect on the vehicle’s road holding. The 5008 also introduces a range of cutting edge technologies to further enhance comfort, convenience and driving safety.
As a result, the 5008 aims to set new benchmarks in the market for compact people carriers. Peugeot expands its ma
02 June 2009, 09:14 AM
The hottest name in racing games and the world’s most progressive maker of sporty luxury cars announced they have forged a partnership centering on the highly-anticipated debuts of the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro and Xbox 360’s “Forza Motorsport 3” later this year.
“Forza Motorsport” has been at the pinnacle of racing video games since its arrival on the scene in 2005. When “Forza Motorsport 3” hits the market in late October, it will set a
01 June 2009, 01:19 PM
A Volvo that can be fuelled with electricity from a standard wall socket will be a reality in 2012. Swedish energy company Vattenfall and the Volvo Car Corporation are launching an industrial joint venture partnership to introduce plug-in hybrids on the market. The ground-breaking technology will considerably lower the environmental impact from traffic. In addition, owning a plug-in hybrid vehicle will be convenient since you can fuel up at home and fuel costs are significantly lower.
In January 2007, the Volvo
