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ASIMO: Honda Announces New Honda 'Robotics' Division And All-New ASIMO

(14/11/2011)

Honda has announced the establishment of Honda Robotics, the collective name to represent all of its robotics technologies, and product applications created through its research and development of humanoid robots. The announcement coincides with the unveiling of an all-new ASIMO humanoid robot with a world-first technology enabling ASIMO to move without being controlled by an operator - whereby progressing from a "automatic machine" to an "autonomous machine". It now has the ability to make ... [more]

Adam Lawrence Snows Kia sales manager: ADAM LAWRENCE APPOINTED SNOWS KIA SALES MANAGER

(07/11/2011)

Adam Lawrence has been appointed as Snows Kia’s new Sales Manger. Tasked to manage Basingstoke showroom, Lawrence will have four Kia sales advisors under his care, as well as the South Korean’s Lawrence, has over 22 years of experience in the UK motoring trade working for established brands including Ford and Mercedes. Additionally, his will not be the new sales manager’s first time with the Kia brand as Lawrence previous worked for several prominent dealer groups in the area. “I am very ... [more]

Autorola online auctions: AUTOROLA LAUNCHES THREE WEEKLY ONLINE AUCTIONS TO DEALERS FEATURING BEST VALUE USED STOCK

(03/11/2011)

Autorola UK has launched three weekly auctions for dealers focussing on the best value stock available for sale on its AutoFind online used car stocking platform. Aimed at helping dealers access good value vehicles in these tough economic conditions, 75 cars and light vans will be auctioned online on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday for just a 48 hour period. A Buy it Now facility is offered on each vehicle giving buyers a guide to the transaction price on the car, while figures from CAP and... [more]

Audi TT: AUDI ADOPTS A NEW APPROACH TO THE TT COUPE RANGE

(18/10/2011)

New 1.8 TFSI Coupe offers an even more cost effective route to iconic Audi sports car without compromising on performance or equipment TT Coupe range expands to include new 1.8 TFSI Coupe model available with Sport or S line specification and priced from £24,070 OTR Choice of six-speed manual or seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmissions Engine which was previously reserved for TT Roadster offers 160PS between 4,500 and 6,300rpm, 250Nm between 1,500 and 4,500rpm TT Coupe 1.8 TFSI S ... [more]

Arndale Centre: Manchester selected to debut the stunning new Mercedes-Benz Concept A-CLASS

(26/09/2011)

Concept A-CLASS will make its UK public debut in an eye-catching and engaging interactive display at the Arndale Centre on 8-9 October 2011. The dynamic, sporty styling of Concept A-CLASS provides an exciting insight into the potential future of the Mercedes-Benz compact car range. Its distinctive features include wing-shaped headlights and side mirrors, a panoramic roof and aviation-inspired interior design. Visitors to the Arndale Centre will encounter a mirrored box surrounded by inte... [more]

Avensis: Toyota unveils the new Avensis and the new Prius

(12/09/2011)

At this year’s Frankfurt motor show, Toyota unveils the new Avensis and the new Prius family of full hybrid models. The new 2012 Hilux is also making its European debut and the three-door version of the recently launched new Yaris will be on public view for the first time. The changes to the British-built Avensis include revised exterior styling, incorporating a frontal treatment that follows Toyota’s new design language. The quality look and feel of the interior have been improved and strate... [more]