A3 and A3 Sportback will be the first of many Audi models to offer an in-car display of local fuel stations and their prices via Audi connect * Online service shows fuel prices at the push of a button * Function available now for the A3 family and for virtually all Audi models in the future *...

* Reducing prices of select parts for 70,000 older Saabs in the UK * Savings of up to 50% on an initial range * Genuine Saab parts carry a 2 year warranty * National network of 80 Authorised Saab Service Centres * Saab Service Club open to all Saab Owners After a successful first year of...

* Porsche celebrates 40 years of Turbo with new ‘Type 991’ generation 911 Turbo and Turbo S * New all-wheel drive chassis with adaptive aerodynamics and active rear axle steering * Flat-six twin-turbocharged 3.8-litre engine produces up to 560 hp * On sale September 2013: Turbo priced from...

As people travel away from home to make the most of the bank holiday, often opting to drive to their destination, the roads are going to be exceptionally busy this weekend. However, GEM Motoring Assist, the road safety charity and award-winning breakdown cover company, has prepared top tips to...

CIRENCESTER, UK – With summer fast approaching, Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is turning up the temperature with a suite of seasonal savings sure to get the nation’s motorists hot under the collar. Throughout the month of May, Mitsubishi dealers nationwide will be offering huge discounts on...

drink drivers are a menace on our roads and these new rules will be welcomed by the law abiding majority." "Numbers of repeat offenders are still far too high and the government should urgently consider bringing in a vehicle forfieture scheme like that in Scotland. This has been a success with...

From today, UK customers can order one of the world’s most fuel-efficient family cars: the new Golf BlueMotion. This car offers fuel economy of 88.3 mpg on the combined cycle, and CO2 emissions of just 85 g/km, yet like its predecessors it still offers customer all the Golf’s traditional...

Lexus named best manufacturer in 2013 survey Lexus has been named top manufacturer in the 2013 Auto Express Driver Power survey, returning to the number one spot after four years as runner-up. The results, based on the opinions and real-life experiences of more than 45,000 UK motorists,...

* Microsoft UK turned to Nissan for its company car scheme’s green option * LEAF selected after five weeks of company-wide vehicle trials * Staff praise the LEAF for its low running costs and ease of use Two Nissan LEAFs have been delivered to Microsoft UK, becoming the first 100% electric...

With the high cost of fuel remaining as one of the biggest concerns for families and businesses in the UK, vehicle manufacturers are failing to offer them a cost-effective solution that is already available to drivers in mainland Europe says LPG supplier, Autogas Limited. Currently, cars powered...

After one of the longest and coldest winters in recent memory, the UK’s 650,000 touring caravan and motorhome owners are being reminded about the importance of checking their vehicle’s tyres before hitting the roads this spring. With two Bank Holiday weekend’s fast approaching and temperatures...

* Launched in 1983, Micra is now 30 years old * Range of new offers to celebrate with loyal Micra customers First launched in Britain in 1983, the timeless Micra is celebrating its 30th birthday this year. Micra has become an icon for Nissan and throughout its four generations, it has remained...

* Mazda CX-5 claims 5th place in the top 100 cars Auto Express Driver Power Survey * The Mazda brand jumps to 4th place in the manufacturer leader board from 12th last year * Five Mazda models in the top 100 cars – Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda CX-5, MX-5 and Mazda6 Mazda has shot up the popularity...

Iveco has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Electricity in Iraq for the supply of approximately 1,660 vehicles over three years. Valued at €125 million, the deal specifies the delivery of vehicles from Iveco’s light and medium ranges from 3.5 to 18 tonnes, including Daily vans and chassis...

Fleet World’s Fleet Show at Silverstone chalked up an impressive 30% growth in visitor numbers over the 2012 event, underlining the strong interest that still exists among fleet decision makers in finding out about the latest products and services to arrive in the world of fleet. The combination...

The fifth Flying Scotsman Rally, which sees enthusiasts drive from London to Edinburgh in a pre-war car, proved a vintage year with a nail biting finish that saw two ladies snatching second place overall, thought to be the highest position for any all-female crew on an international Historic Rally....

* New generation SKYACTIV technology models fuel demand * Annual sales of 31,000 forecast * Product-led growth will accelerate Mazda UK is planning for growth from a base of 26,200 sales in 2012 and has set bold, but entirely realistic sales objectives on the back of introducing cars to new...

A 1964 Ferrari 330GT Series 1, once described by Enzo Ferrari himself as his favourite model, will be one of the star lots being offered by Silverstone Auctions at its next sale on 17th May. Yet it’s not hard to see why it caught the eye and captured the heart of Enzo as elegance mated with...

* 7-seat compact MPV goes on sale 1 May 2013 * Three efficient engines: one petrol and two turbodiesel * Six-speed manual and automatic transmissions available * Choice of three well-specified trim levels * CO2 emissions from 124g/km * Care-3 all-inclusive servicing packages from £329 * Seven...

Over 8000 UK drivers are still driving despite having 12 or more points on their licence. The top fourteen licence point holders with 25 points or more are all men. The official upper limit for license points according to DVLA is 12, or six for those who have held a licence for three years or...

Nissan has launched the first ever 360 degree advertising wrap inside the London Underground to promote the funky Juke crossover and its innovative Nissan Connect technology. The 360o advertising wrap covers the walls, ceiling and floor of the walkway to the Bakerloo and Victoria lines inside...

is in the process of updating its showrooms across the UK, ensuring they offer customers and staff up-to-date, modern and useable space. Included within these projects are a number of relocations to new, purpose-built sites which will greatly enhance customer experience. Volkswagen currently...

Motorists who forget to check their tyres before heading off this May Bank Holiday could be risking significant roadside misery warns TyreSafe, which points to shocking statistics revealed by one of the UK’s biggest breakdown recovery organisations. Last year alone, more than 12,000 drivers...

New BCA survey reveals used car buyer attitudes to rising motoring costs www.bca.co.uk Blackbushe, April 2013 – Despite several leading supermarkets dropping fuel prices at the pumps, new research from leading vehicle remarketing company BCA, highlights that fuel costs remain a major concern...

Shanghai, China: The Shanghai Auto Show marks the Asian debut for the all-new Range Rover Sport on Saturday 20th April 2013. The Range Rover Sport is the fastest, most agile and most responsive Land Rover ever. Jaguar celebrated its unique sporting pedigree by showcasing the stunning all-new...

* Friend-ME concept car designed for young Chinese, soon to be world's largest customer segment * Private-yet-connected interior allows occupants to share driving information and smartphone-sourced content * Proof of Nissan's determination to lead the way in delivering Chinese customer...

* Premiere for the third-generation Leon in China at Auto Shanghai 2013 * new compact model will go on sale in China in 2014 * Sportier and more agile than the five-door version, with a wheelbase 35 mm shorter Auto Shanghai 2013. The new SEAT Leon SC has made its debut at Auto Shanghai 2013...

Bentley Motors Press Release www.bentleymedia.com @BentleyMotorsPR * Ultimate luxury sedan Flying Spur makes China debut at Auto Shanghai * Joined by flagship Mulsanne and fastest production Bentley model ever * Bentley reinforces commitment to Greater China with expansion plans Today at...

The interplay of classical proportions and state-of-the-art technology defines the unmistakable character of the BMW Z4 – and now an updated version of the Roadster is ready for action, armed with a raft of additional powertrain and equipment innovations. The new BMW Z4 represents a time-honoured...

The largest collection of vehicles available from Fiat Group Automobiles UK were brought together for an event to showcase the broad range of models now offered by the brand. The ‘Fiat Group Drive Day’ event gathered together more than 70 vehicles from Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep, Abarth...

Amsterdam, 17 April 2013 – TomTom today previews the TomTom Commuter concept, designed to take the guesswork out of daily driving. In the future, drivers will know, for sure, the fastest way to work and home. Powered by world-class TomTom Traffic, the TomTom Commuter concept will provide dynamic...

First quarter figures for 2013 show an encouraging start to the year for Honda in Europe. At 40,499 units, Honda’s European sales volume1 has grown by 16.3 per cent compared to 2012. Honda (UK) echoes this positive start with an increase of 23.04 per cent2. Honda’s sales performance has been...

The Ferrari Store is once again proud to take part in the annual Royal Institute of British Architect’s Regent Street Windows Project. The project links fashion with architecture, and retail with culture to create a series of unique and eye-catching displays. This year the architects were asked...

Volkswagen’s award-winning vans are still some of the most affordable to run thanks to its latest spring finance and servicing offers, some of which are cheaper than last year! They include new vans still available from £199 a month (plus VAT and initial rental), deposit contributions of up to...

Fifty-six per cent of motorists think that smoking while driving should be banned, according to a survey by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). However, almost half of respondents (forty-five per cent) think that such a ban would be unenforceable. Respondents clearly have concern over the...

EU Lorries European rule changes allowing longer and rounder lorry cabs could cut accidents involving "vulnerable" road users as well as saving fuel and cutting pollution, the European Commission said today. A week after a cyclist was killed in a collision with a lorry during the rush hour in...