The Highland Green Mustang GT 390 from the 1968 movie Bullitt has been named the all-time star Ford of the silver screen, following a survey for the Blue Oval, FordFest. Ahead of the Ford scene season closer at Santa Pod, Beds, this weekend, the public also gave 10th place to the Anglia 105E used in the Harry Potter films. Cardiff City Centre traffic … [Read more...]
Newcomers
Executive motoring: Volvo S90 and V90 arrive
Swedish swish and sophistication come as standard in the latest Volvo S and V90 series, says Robin Roberts The new large premium saloon and estate models in Momentum or Inscription trims embody features from the XC90 with an emphasis on “relaxed confidence.” They are the latest to be built on Volvo’s scaleable product architecture where the only fixed … [Read more...]
Alfa Romeo Mito given make-over
The Alfa Romeo Mito has been given an extensive facelift and refresh with a new look, more technology and a completely revised range of trim levels. Styling changes include new sports grilles, new alloy wheel designs, enhanced detailing, new upholsteries and improved technologies. An updated 1.3-litre JTDM-2 turbo diesel joins the range with increased … [Read more...]
Integrate, involve and invite to boost EVs
Integration into the wider transport network is the key to the future development of Low Carbon Vehicles, according to the Transport Systems Catapult. At the Cenex Low Carbon Vehicle Event (LCV2016) on the 14 and 15 September, the TSC will highlight how emerging technologies and business models will enable new ways of reducing transport emissions - both … [Read more...]
Welsh-made FCV opens to crowd-funding
Motoring enthusiasts are being given a chance to buy into the future of mobility. Shares in the Mid-Wales made fuel-cell car, the Rasa, are being offered to potential backers and users. You can invest from £500 upwards in graduated amounts with the option to acquire one of the two-seaters for a £20,000 stake. You will never own the car but simply lease … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: BMW M2 Coupe
The new BMW M2 two-door, four seater coupe really is something special, says David Miles. It has a 3.0-litre, straight-six, TwinPower, twin scroll single turbocharged 370hp petrol engine and is currently positioned between the M235i 326hp, soon to arrive M240i 340hp coupe and the larger and more comprehensively tuned and modified twin turbo 431hp M3 … [Read more...]
Dept of Transport is failing future Britain, say MPs
The Department for Transport needs a clear strategy to increase the use of ultra-low emission vehicles, reduce air pollution and so that it can meet decarbonisation and air quality targets, Britain's Environmental Audit Committee says in its report. Mary Creagh MP, Chair of the Committee, said, "The uptake of ultra-low emission vehicles like electric … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Kia Optima saloon
Sales of D-Segment models in the UK are hard work even if you are classed as a premium brand manufacturer offering such models as the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and from the UK the Jaguar XE. Only the heavily advertised Merc C-Class is in the UK’s top ten new car sales chart thanks to its low PCP/lease finance offers. Non-premium brand … [Read more...]
Your chance to connect with electric vehicles
For the first time a British motor show is offering electric car test-drives from a range of leading manufacturers all in the one place – plus many makes and models of electric motorbikes and bicycles. The event takes place at Malvern Theatres and Priory Park in Great Malvern on Sunday and also features talks from some of the leading lights in the … [Read more...]
On your marks for the new VW Transporter Sportline
Volkswagen Sportline versions are being reintroduced on the Transporter series. Last seen over four years ago, the Sportline was a popular derivative with its trim and fittings reflecting a more dynamic style including special alloys and body kit plus leather interior and advanced connectivity system. The new series will first be seen on the 180ps 2.0 … [Read more...]
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