Toyota introduces RAV4 SR180

Posted 6 days ago under: Sports/GTs, SUVs, Toyota
Toyota introduces RAV4 SR180
The new RAV4 SR180 brings both sporting performance and high value to Toyota’s compact SUV range, a model that ably combines spirited on-road driving, contemporary good looks and the kind of off-road ability that more than meets the demands of most motorists.
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Toyota Auris TR now available with 1.4 D-4D 90 engine

Posted 6 days ago under: Hatchbacks, Technology, Toyota
Toyota Auris TR now available with 1.4 D-4D 90 engine
Toyota has doubled the diesel choice in its Auris TR range with the introduction of its lightweight, economic 1.4 D-4D 90 engine to the line-up. Lightweight, smooth and highly efficient, the unit delivers strong fuel economy and low emissions.
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Britain’s Worst Ever Car named

Posted 6 days 12 hours ago under: News
Britain’s Worst Ever Car named
Its name may have been a moniker for ‘fast, cheerful and lively’, but the Austin Allegro has been declared ‘Britain’s Worst Car’ in a poll by brand new digital motoring magazine, iMotormag.co.uk.
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Ford Factory Makeover Gets Residents Guessing

Posted 7 days 6 hours ago under: News, Ford
Ford Factory Makeover Gets Residents Guessing
The German city of Cologne awoke to a curious sight this morning, the nearby Ford Niehl plant had been completely transformed with a bright, dazzling coat of multi-colour paintwork.
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Mitsubishi's All-New Racing Lancer

Posted 7 days 9 hours ago under: Motorsport, Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi's All-New Racing Lancer
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has developed a new competition car, the Racing Lancer, whose mission will be to target victory on next year's Dakar which breaks new ground in 2009 with a switch from Africa to South America.
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Kia bares more Soul at the BIMS

Posted 7 days 9 hours ago under: Concept Cars, Motor Shows, Kia
Kia bares more Soul at the BIMS
Kia Motors has put more of its Soul on show with the release of new official images of its segment-busting model at the British International Motor Show. Kia is releasing the photographs of the fun and design-conscious Soul as it also brings the three stunning SOUL concept cars to its display in London.
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Vauxhall’s new white brigade hits racing line with BTCC drivers

Posted 7 days 9 hours ago under: Hatchbacks, Motorsport, Vauxhall
Vauxhall’s new white brigade hits racing line with BTCC drivers
A stunning new Corsa VXR, known as the Arctic Edition, heads up a fresh trio of performance stars from Vauxhall and will make its UK debut at the British International Motor Show on July 22. Joining it on the stand will be the latest VXR8, with its potent new 6.2-litre, 431PS V8 engine, and the recently launched Astra Nürburgring Edition.
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Mitsubishi Lancer Register breaks world record for largest ever parade of Evos

Posted 8 days 10 hours ago under: News, Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Lancer Register breaks world record for largest ever parade of Evos
On Saturday 12th July the Mitsubishi Lancer Register (MLR) – the UK based organisation for owners and enthusiasts of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution – successfully created a new World Record for the largest ever parade of ‘Evos’. The event took place at Castle Combe Racing Circuit in Wiltshire, England and was fully supported by Mitsubishi Motors UK.
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The world's smallest car - The Peel P50

Posted 8 days 10 hours ago under: Featured
The world's smallest car - The Peel P50
What comes to your mind when you think of the Isle Of Mann? For car buffs, the first thing would be the speed limitless roads and the yearly races conducted there. The Isle of Mann as such, is not known for producing automobiles and rightly so as only a single model has ever been produced in this island. The Peel Engineering Company, which was located in this tiny island was better known for producing fiber-glass articles like boat hulls and motorcycle fairings before it began producing the Peel P50 in 1955.
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Mazda Kazamai Concept to debut at Moscow

Posted 8 days 11 hours ago under: Concept Cars, Motor Shows, Mazda
Mazda Kazamai Concept
Mazda will unveil a sporty, compact crossover concept vehicle, Mazda Kazamai, at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on August 26. Kazamai, which means “swirling crosswinds” in Japanese, expresses the powerful yet nimble image of a stylish and compact crossover. The concept is based on Mazda’s long-term vision for technology development, Sustainable Zoom-Zoom, which aims to provide a unique balance between sporty driving fun and superior environmental and safety performance. Kazamai will be joined at MIAS by the Russian debut of Mazda’s CX-9 SUV, which was crowned 2008 North American Truck of the Year in February.
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