The creators of V-Rally have named their top rally cars to mark the 20th anniversary of the iconic console game.
Consumer, Motorsports, News, Video, Technology
Consumer
Drink drive collisions on the rise
Provisional figures from the Department for Transport suggest that 1,380 people were killed or seriously injured in collisions where at least one driver was over the limit – an increase of five per cent.
1 in 4 car buyers swayed by advertising
Around a quarter (24%) of consumers are swayed in their choice of new car as a result of seeing an advert online, on TV or in print.
Autonomous, Consumer, News, Safety
Volkswagen picks up innovation prize
Presented at a gala event in Frankfurt, Volkswagen has received the "Most Innovative Volume Brand" award from the Centre of Automotive Management (CAM).
Nissan Signal Shield blocks in-car smartphone reception
Nissan has adopted a technology that’s almost 200 years old to create a concept solution for reducing smartphone distraction at the wheel.
SUV, News, Technology, Consumer
Nissan reveals Star Wars 360 virtual reality experience
Nissan's new ‘Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition’ model has launched in the US with an immersive 360-degree Star Wars virtual reality experience.
SUV, Sports Car, News, Consumer
Aston Martin previews new ‘DBX’ SUV
The first SUV from Aston Martin - the DBX - has been teased in a new profile image, as the company confirms production will commence in 2019.
Ford develops baby cot that simulates night‑time drives
For many new parents, there is only one guaranteed solution to putting their baby down at the end of the day – a night-time drive that soothes, calms and eventually helps the little one nod off.
Audi and Porsche join forces for shared vehicle architecture
The green light has been given for a shared vehicle architecture strategy between German car giants Audi and Porsche.
80% of motorists ‘phone a friend’ before approving garage work
Four in five motorists get advice before committing to garage repair work, but almost half turn to friends and family rather than seeking professional guidance.
Renault launches ‘Eco Tour di Sicilia’
Renault has teamed up with ‘Sicily by Car’, a car rental company in Italy, and Enel - the country’s largest energy supplier - to roll out the Eco Tour di Sicilia.
BMW X6 tackles extreme weather for “Frozen Romania” short film
Stanislav Cociorva and Ecaterina Cernei, a creative couple known as “neat.graphics” or simply Stanly & Katya, have taken a BMW X6 on an epic adventure for the shooting of their new short film about the wild, snow covered, Romania.
Consumer, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car, News
Toyota launches Mirai eco-billboard
The Toyota Mirai emits nothing but water vapour and now ads for the hydrogen fuel cell car are appearing on 'eco-billboards' – that purify the air!
Ford launches 'Video Check' service across Europe
A 'Video Check' service is being rolled out across Ford’s Europe dealer network, enabling technicians servicing vehicles to film any additional work required and then send a video direct to the customer.
SEAT set to launch a third SUV
SEAT has confirmed it is to launch a third SUV - reinforcing the product offensive that began with the Ateca.
Toyota Hilux tests strength agains toy Tamiya Bruiser
A new series of short films pits Toyota’s Hilux against the Tamiya Bruiser remote control car, in a test of strength.
Brits drive over half a million miles in a lifetime!
The average British motorist will clock up a staggering 556,764 miles, fork out £168,880, have 1,935 rows – and 2,709 episodes of road rage in a lifetime.
Lexus highest ranked brand for customer service
Lexus’s customer service has been crowned as the highest ranking from a luxury brand - in the 2017 J.D. Power Customer Service Index Study.
9 out of 10 say UK driving test not fit for purpose
A survey has revealed that more than 90 per cent of motorists think the UK driving test is no longer fit for purpose, and should be replaced by a graduated driver licensing system.
Consumer, Crossover, Hybrid, News
Toyota confirms £240m investment in Derbyshire plant
Toyota Europe has announced it will invest a further £240 million in its Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) car plant in Burnaston, Derbyshire.