Monthly Archives: October 2011

Toyota Hybrid to compete in 2012 Le Mans – Pic

Toyota will compete in the Le Mans 24 Hours in 2012 with a new hybrid power sports car. Its return to the world’s most famous endurance race will be with a new LMP1 chassis designed, developed and produced by Toyota … Continue reading

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BMW X3 earns 5 stars in safety rating

BMW’s X3 has been named one of the safest cars on the roads by Europe’s leading crash test programme. The model has earned five stars in its safety assessment from Euro NCAP, demonstrating its ability to keep driver and passengers … Continue reading

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Porsche Cayman R named Britain’s Best Driver’s Car

The Porsche Cayman R has been named Britain’s Best Driver’s Car in a national magazine contest.  It took the top spot in the annual competition run by Autocar, which pitched 11 of this year’s most exciting new models against each … Continue reading

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4×4 prices ‘on the up’ – Time to sell?

Values of used 4×4 vehicles are starting to rise and will continue to go up as winter sets in, according to one vehicle auction company.  British Car Auctions (BCA) has said that the severe conditions expected across the UK this … Continue reading

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New BMW 6 Series Coupe takes luxury a step further – Pics

The new BMW 6 Series Coupe is set to take the luxury 2+2 concept a step further, matching comfort and design with even higher levels of performance.   The latest Gran Tourer blends elegant looks in a luxurious and dynamic … Continue reading

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New car sales fall in September

New car sales in the UK fell last month, causing fears of more difficult times to come for the automotive sector. Industry figures have meant forecasts for 2011 and 2012 have been slashed amid fears of continuing weakness. The Society … Continue reading

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BMW hits two million cars landmark – Pics

BMW UK has hit a significant milestone in the automotive sector, with two million cars sold during its 31-year history.  Just over three decades after BMW UK sold its first vehicle, the marque has now reached the impressive landmark.  It … Continue reading

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Porsche 550 Spyder Rumours

Rumours have been surfacing about the 2014 Porsche 550 Spyder model, including the possibility of a turbocharged 1.9-litre engine. New details are coming to light about the roadster, which could utilise the mid-engine MSS platform that will also be seen … Continue reading

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