Monthly Archive: July 2008

Age Concern believes specific re-testing of older drivers is discriminatory

Older people: All bad drivers should be retrained

Age Concern published new research today that suggests nearly all UK adults over the age of 65 believe bad drivers should have to retake their license test, regardless of age.

Proton's new car will apparently save drivers the equivalent of three months-worth of food shopping

Proton announces budget-friendly car

Proton has announced that the GEN-2 ecoLogic will be a car for the budget-conscious driver.

Jeep collects three 4x4 awards

Jeep has scooped three awards from 4x4 Magazine in the latter's annual '4x4 of the Year' test.

Even though motorways are less congested, the amount of cars on our roads has actually gone up

Motorways less congested despite increasing car numbers

Congestion levels on British motorways are falling because of the cost of fuel, despite the number of cars on the road actually increasing.

Nice might have an agenda for criticising mainstream manufacturers, but it does have a point

Nice dismisses electric plans by big manufacturers

Nice, the electric car company based in London, has warned customers not to wait for big name manufacturers to deliver on their all-electric car promises.

Having access to a car is very important in one's old age

Car usage important for OAPs

The ability to use a car in one's old age is a very important part of a person's wellbeing, it emerged today.

Make savings with Millers Oils handy tips

Top tips to beat the crunch from Millers Oils

Millers Oils has released a list of handy tips designed to help those who are struggling with the credit crunch make the most of their motoring money.

The new ecoFLEX is currently in tax band B of the vehicle excise duty categories

Vauxhall claims new Astra is greener

Vauxhall has announced the launch of its 'greener' Astra, dubbed the ecoFLEX, producing emissions of 119 g/km.

The Berlingo Multispace was also debuted at the Moscow Motor Show this week

Citroen wants foothold in Russian market

Citroen has made a strong commitment to the Russian vehicle market, debuting its new C4 hatchback and coupe models at the Moscow Motor Show.

More than 250 vintage cars will be on show at the Classic Days event

Classic cars on show at Mercedes-Benz World

Mercedes-Benz World will be the venue for the Classic Days event in September, with over 250 'veteran' cars on show.

Martin Keighley believes the current market slump shouldn't be seen as an apocalypse

Used car market remains volatile

Demand for low-mileage vehicles may have stabilised the used car market somewhat, but executive and ex-fleet models are proving less successful.

Thieves are ruthlessly targeting catalytic converters as they contain precious metals

Catalytic converters and fuel targeted by thieves

Catalytic converters and fuel from parked cars are being targeted by ruthless thieves, causing hundreds of pounds of damage, the AA has warned.

The DVLA is allowing people to get personalised F-Series plates for the first time

DVLA releases F-Series registrations

The DVLA has opened the door and let private licence plate fans finally get their hands on F-Series registrations, it emerged today.

The Citroen C4 is just one of the vehicles customers can get the new servicing contract with

Citroen to offer new servicing contract on all new vehicles

Citroen has declared that a new three year servicing contract will be available on all new vehicles registered in September.

All SsangYong cars are available under the Motability scheme

SsangYong range available under Motability scheme

SsangYong has revealed that its latest range of Kyron, Rexton and Rodius cars are now available under the Motability scheme.

The DSA says it will continue to prosecute those who fraudulently sit the driving test for others

The Driving Standard's Agency (DSA) has revealed it has been seeing further success in its efforts to crack down on people "fraudulently [sitting] the practical driving test on behalf of named candidates".

Colin McRae's tribute convoy could stretch to nearly 20 miles

1300 Subarus to form McRae tribute convoy

A tribute convoy to celebrate the life of famous rally driver, Colin McRae, will stretch for almost 20 miles, it emerged today.

Don't attempt to repair a car yourself on the hard shoulder of a motorway

IAM warns of 'hard shoulder breakdown'

The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has warned drivers to be aware of the risks around them if they happen to break down on a motorway and end up on the hard shoulder.

The Audi A3 Cabriolet is very popular with women

Women's car website chooses Audi A3 as Car of the Year

A women's car website has voted the Audi A3 Cabriolet as its Car of the Year, topping the shortlist of 27 cars across eight categories.

Five motor retailers have been fined for failing to check customer suitability when selling PPI schemes

Handful of motor retailers fined by FSA

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has fined a handful of motor retailers for selling payment protection insurance (PPI) without making sure it was suitable for customers.

The LS 460 will be on show in Moscow next week, if you happen to be over there

Lexus LS 460 to make bow in Moscow

Lexus will be officially unveiling the LS 460 for the first time at the 2008 Moscow International Motor Show next week.

The Qashqai+2 is Nissan's Sunderland plant's fifth production vehicle

New Qashqai goes into production in Sunderland

Nissan has announced that its Sunderland plant has started production on the latest version of the Qashqai.

Arguing while driving can lead motorists on a highway to hell

Car trips can be hell, says Vodafone

Research conducted by Vodafone has revealed that more than 75 per cent of shared car trips are likely to end up in arguments and bitter recriminations.

The RC hybrid offers zero CO2 emissions in electric mode

Peugeot shows off hybrid concept in Paris

Peugeot will be showcasing its new hybrid concept at the Paris Motor show, described as a "working laboratory of ... future ideas".

The Jaguar XF has won a lot of awards this year

Jaguar XF wins Auto Express honour

The Jaguar XF has been awarded the presitigious 'car of the year' title at Auto Express's New Car Honours 2008.

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Five reasons to buy an Audi A6

The Audi A6 executive saloon can quite easily be overlooked by many people as a potential used car purchase, as considering its high price when new, many average buyers would expect it to be likely too expensive to be within their price range. But, you might just be surprised as to how much Audi you can get for your money.

Redefining the family car

The Nissan Qashqai singlehandedly redefined how we perceive the family car when it was launched and has gone on to sell very well indeed. Look around the streets near you and you will see many a family enjoying many a Nissan Qashqai. There are plenty of reasons for this wide ranging sales success and here are just a few of them.

My top 3 test drives

It’s a tough life here at TotallyMotor with this poor old editor expected to travel around and test drive cars all the time. Motorways are my friend – or enemy, depending on the traffic – and motorway service station sandwiches are my stodgy sustenance. Still, hopefully at the end of all these mindless motorways and mundane munching is something hot, sexy and metal.

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