New Peugeot 3008 Crossover is so much more
Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Every now and then a car that offers a different perspective comes along. The new Peugeot 3008 Crossover is the latest example. Peugeot place it at a crossroads among an SUV, an MPV, and a hatchback, which probably is not too far off the mark. Yet, that does not even paint the full picture. You see, if you or I were to picture our favourite model in each of those segments and try to roll them into one vehicle, I bet we couldn't, and that why this new car is more than a crossover.
Read more ...Ford Fiesta steals Europe's top spot in March
Fri, Apr 24, 2009
For the first time in a year, the hugely popular Volkswagen Golf has lost its stranglehold as Europe’s most popular model, handing the accolade to Ford’s well received new Fiesta. The Golf is still number one in the year-to-date (first quarter).
The Fiesta’s success is set against an overall European new car market which fell nine per cent in March 2009 compared to March 2008. Year-to-date the market fell 16.9 per cent compared with the same period last year.
Read more ...Great sports from Audi
Fri, Apr 17, 2009
The Vorsprung durch Technik brand has not only revolutionised endurance racing by becoming the first manufacturer in history to win Le Mans under diesel power, but has also made the high performance diesel concept more attractive and accessible than ever before with road-going models like the TT 2.0 TDI quattro coupe.
Read more ...Citroen offers 'eco trade-in' cashback
Fri, Apr 17, 2009
The people at Citroen in Ireland say they have always been committed to greener motoring as one of the market leaders in diesel technology and in the reduction of CO2 emissions. And now, for a limited time only, Citroen says it is introducing the “eco trade-in cashback deal” which means major savings on all its greenest models to encourage buyers to trade up to a newer, greener, more fuel efficient Citroën model.
In many areas of our daily lives taking the green route is often the more expensive option, but Citroen boasts that you can now do your part to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption while also saving yourself significant amounts of money. And it is better for the planet, better for your pocket, and it is a win-win situation. Sounds promising.
Read more ...Kia Forte Koup steals the limelight
Fri, Apr 17, 2009
With performance-inspired, aggressive, and sleek styling, Kia gave a global debut to the 2010 Forte Koup (to be known as ‘Cerato Koup’ in some countries) production vehicle at the 2009 New York International Auto Show.
Joining the Forte family in the Kia lineup, the company’s first two-door coupe embodies the brand’s current bold design direction first seen on the concept version of the Soul urban passenger vehicle in 2006.
Read more ...Top three finalists for 2009 World Car AwardsTop three finalists for 2009 World Car Awards
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
The countdown continues for the 2009 World Car Awards at the New York International Auto Show next week. Announcing the annual World Car of the Year awards at the New York show is a fitting finale to the international motor show season that begins each autumn with either the Paris or Frankfurt motor shows.
Read more ...Subaru extends their Forester Boxer Diesel range
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
Subaru has added a new Forester Boxer Diesel to compliment the existing model launched last year. The New 2.0TD X, which retails at €35,995 with a CO2 figure of 170 and annual road tax at €447 meets the opposition head on!
Read more ...Peugeot's new car smoke alarm
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
Peugeot in Ireland has just given details of its new innovative smoke alarm, to be fitted as standard to all new Peugeot passenger cars from mid-year.
Read more ...Summer debut for new Mercedes-Benz E-class
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
June will see the arrival in Ireland of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class range. It has been billed by the German carmaker as a car of unparalleled quality. Indeed, the new E-Class is seen by many as being the benchmark in its class in terms of luxury, safety, comfort, and environmental compatibility. In appearance, it is significantly different from the current model.
Read more ...Honda Civic achieves top safety rating
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
The Honda Civic has been re-assessed as one of Europes safest cars according to the new independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP.
Read more ...Audi A4 wins Company Car of the Year
Fri, Mar 27, 2009
Readers of UK's Fleet News magazine have voted Audi A4 Company Car of the Year in the top selling fleet title’s 2009 awards. Audi says that this provides further evidence of the cost effective compact executive’s ever increasing popularity among the business community. The desirability and viability of the A4 was also emphasised by a second award in the Best Large Premium Car category.
Read more ...Renault Laguna and Eric Cantona
Fri, Mar 27, 2009
Love him or hate him, the soccer legend Eric Cantona was greatly missed when he retired from the game. But he's back and featuring on an epic 90-second TV advert with the new Renault Laguna. It is being broadcast since Monday, mainly in France, but we can also see it here on British TV channels.
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