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Volvo's latest D5 diesel range provides a number of models with impressive fuel economy and CO2 emissions. The upgraded versions of the Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 are the first in the model range to feature sharpened versions of the five-cylinder D5 turbo-diesels which boost performance and torque from 205 hp/420 Nm to 215 hp/440 Nm while at the same time reducing fuel consumption by as much as eight percent.
"We have made these vehicles more enjoyable and as cost efficient as possible to drive,... [more]
Jaguar's XKR-S made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2011. For the first time with a series production car, Jaguar gains entry to the exclusive ‘300kph club’ thanks to the effortless performance of the supercharged 5.0-litre AJ-V8 engine.
A revised fuelling map means the direct-injection powerplant now produces 550PS and 680Nm of torque. Extensive recalibration has ensured that power delivery and performance are seamless, contributing to a 0-60mph time of 4.2 seconds. The Performance activ... [more]
The latest sale of motorbikes by British Car Auctions (BCA), was a record for the company, with an entry of 203 motorbikes, scooters, quads and mopeds attracting 150 registered bidders. The high number of buyers underlined the enduring popularity of motorbikes, particularly with anyone trying to save on motoring costs.
A total of 172 bikes were sold on the day, with sales totaling nearly £300,000. Among the stars of the show, a 2007 Harley-Davidson Soft-tail deluxe in black and white sold fo... [more]
What’s the most beautiful car of all time? A multi-million pound Ferrari or the curvy Jaguar E-type perhaps? No, it is now officially Citroën's DS.
That was the verdict when Classic & Sports Car magazine polled a jury of the world’s leading car designers to nominate the most gorgeous cars ever. The 20-strong panel ranged from Car designer of the Century Giorgetto Giugiaro – the man behind the Maserati Bora, VW Golf, Fiat Panda and Lotus Esprit – to current Jaguar director of design Ian Callum... [more]
Jaguar’s XJ 2.7 Diesel has been named Britain's greenest luxury car in the Environmental Transport Association’s 2008 Car Buyers Guide. The award recognises Jaguar’s commitment to delivering CO2 and fuel consumption advantages to customers, with the development of its industry-leading diesel engines and application of advanced lightweight aluminium vehicle architectures.
The Environmental Transport Association has looked at over 1,300 models of car currently on sale in Britain and examined th... [more]
The Volvo XC60 was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March and has already won a UK technology award for its City Safety system, an autobrake collision avoidance system which is a standard feature on this new car. Popularity for the XC60 is building with more than 250 confirmed orders placed so far.
Volvo Car UK has announced preliminary prices for the new XC60. This new crossover vehicle combines XC capability with sports coupe styling.
Starting at £24,7501 On The Road, the Volvo XC60... [more]
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Holden drives national car sales
IMPROVING car sales figures have ended a week of woes for the automotive industry.
Research and Markets: China Car Navigation Industry Report, 2011
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NADA: Economic Conditions Jell for Higher New Car Sales in 2012
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sales of small cars, SUVs and other light trucks will lead the way toward what Paul Taylor, chief economist of the National Automobile Dealers Association, predicts ...
China Car Navigation Industry Report, 2011
NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: China Car Navigation Industry Report, 2011 http://www.reportlinker.com/p079213/China-Car-Navigation-Industry-Report-2011.html#utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Auto_ElecCar ...
New car prices rising along with sales
From the Wall Street Journal: Emboldened by stronger sales, U.S. auto dealers are now selling vehicles at historically high prices, sending the industry's recovery into the fast lane.
Private buyers prefer small cars
AUSTRALIANS who pay for a car with their own money are only interested in small cars, according to confidential sales figures obtained by Drive.
New car sales up 1.5% on first month of last year
NEW CAR sales in January reached 21,313, up 1.5 per cent on the first month of last year.
Oil industry sees no threat from electric car
By Tom Bergin LONDON (Reuters) - The biggest oil companies in the world have calculated that few, if any, of today's drivers will see electric cars outnumber gasoline and diesel models in their lifetimes. ...
Car, truck sales up 11 percent in January
DETROIT — U.S. auto sales are off to a strong start this year, continuing their brisk pace from late 2011. Sales of cars and trucks rose 11 percent to 913,287 in January, kicking off what is expected to be the strongest year for the industry since before the recession ...
Research and Markets: China Car Electric Window Regulator Industry Report, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Car Electric Window Regulator Industry Report,
