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Sub-zero temperature testing for the Volvo C30 Electric(01/04/2011)
The Volvo C30 Electric has been exposed to rough winter conditions in order to ensure that the battery-powered car runs smoothly in temperatures as low as -20° Celsius. Volvo Cars' requirements on the C30 Electric are just as stringent as on all other Volvo models and the battery-powered car is exposed to the same test regime. On top of this, several new test methods have been developed for the electric vehicles. All in all, over 200 different tests have been performed. "We must ensure tha... [more]
Citroën introduces three new Connexion special editions to the C3 and C3 Picasso ranges(22/02/2011)
Ahead of the March launch, Citroën has announced the introduction of three new ‘Connexion’ special editions to add even greater appeal to the C3 and C3 Picasso ranges. Based on the VTR+ trim level, all three Connexion models feature attractive connective technology as standard, including MyWay colour satellite navigation with hands-free Bluetooth®, as well as a host of other smart styling and equipment upgrades. The up-weighted standard specification brings advanced convenience to drivers wh... [more]
The future for Volvo lies in electric cars(08/10/2010)
Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Cars has stated that the future for Volvo lies in electric cars, at a press conference at Paris Motor Shot. "We will set a standard in the industry," Jacoby said, revealing that the Volvo C30 DRIVe Electric will go into production in 2011. During the press conference on the Volvo stand, Stefan Jacoby emphasised the importance of electrification. Present on the stand is the Volvo C30 DRIVe Electric, a sporty car that runs purely on electricity and has... [more]
Citroën's DS3 and New C3 make their debuts at this year's Mobility Roadshow(10/06/2010)
Citroën's DS3 and New C3 will make their debuts at this year’s Mobility Roadshow, which will take place at the East of England Showground near Peterborough, from 1st to 3rd July. With a total of 14 vehicles on display, Citroën will also showcase the C3 Picasso, C4 Picasso, Grand C4 Picasso, Nemo Multispace, Berlingo Multispace and C5 - which have all helped Citroën to become one of theUK’s largest vehicle suppliers to the mobility sector. Citroën will present the following vehicles at The Mo... [more]
Citroen announces 3 year 35,000 mile free servicing offers for C1 city car and C3 supermini(13/05/2010)
Citroën has announced the introduction of 3 year/35,000 mile free servicing offers - on the chic, frugal C1 city car and the stylish, modern new C3 supermini. The highly specified, low CO2 and fuel efficient Citroën C1 range is available from just £6,995, and now includes the choice of 3 years’ free servicing or a £200 contribution towards the first year’s annual insurance premium with Citroën Comprehensive Motor Insurance. All models also benefit from zero rated road tax. The brand new ... [more]
ENER1 lithium-ion batteries for the Volvo C30 Battery Electric Vehicle(06/10/2009)
The C30 Battery Electric Vehicle is part of Volvo Car Corporations DRIVe towards Zero Strategy and is a mobile test bed proving that through intelligent packaging and technology, a pure electric vehicle can be great to drive while not compromising on factors such as luggage space and interior comfort. ENER1, Inc. is teaming-up with Volvo Car Corporation to provide lithium-ion batteries for the Volvo C30 Battery Electric Vehicle prototype, recently unveiled in Gothenburg, Sweden. The battery i... [more]
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India auto sales up 3.4% in April: industry body
Car sales in India rose just 3.4 percent year on year in April, data from an industry body showed Thursday, after the government hiked taxes on vehicles and car makers raised prices.
Luxury car sales accelerate on pricing
Mercedes, Audi and BMW all see growth as baby boomers fuel trend toward distinctive autos
Car sales grew only 3.40 percent in April
Domestic passenger car sales in India increased by only 3.40 percent in April and stood at 168,351 units from 162,813 units sold in the like period of 2011, according to data furnished by an industry body Thursday.
Car dealers defy downturn with growing sales
(Reuters) - Britons came out in force to buy new cars in the first quarter, according to figures from top dealers, the latest signal that the car sales are resilient in the face of a return to recession for the broader economy. UK industry leader Pendragon Plc, whose 250-plus retail outlets trade as Stratstone, Evans Halshaw and Chatfields -- reported a 15.7 percent increase in new car market ...
April car sales up 3.4 pct y/y
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Car sales in India rose an annual 3.4 percent in April, according to data from an industry body, a sixth consecutive monthly increase but lower than in recent months after the country ...
April car sales rise 3.4 pct y/y
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Car sales in India rose an annual 3.4 percent in April, according to data from an industry body, a sixth consecutive monthly increase but lower than in recent months after the country ...
New car finance sales increase by a third in March
New car finance sales were up 33% by value and 22% by volume in March compared with March last year, according to the latest figures from the Finance & Leasing Association, the trade body for the motor finance industry.
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