Car Buying Guide
The trends in car buying have changed considerably over the last 30 years as people’s needs and wants alter. During the 80s, there was a high demand for family saloons, but now larger Ford cars like the Mondeo have decreased considerably in popularity. People are opting for smaller models or more specialist vehicles which have enhanced features … [Read more...]
UK car manufacturing surged in January, rising 15.6% on a year ago and hitting a 16 month high, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Production for the domestic market grew faster than production for the export market, rising 31.6% on the year compared with 12.9% for export production. The bulk of UK car manufacturing is … [Read more...]
US car manufacturing giant General Motors has announced record profits for 2011 but unveiled huge losses in its European operations. GM made a profit of $7.6bn (£4.85bn) last year, an increase of 62% on 2010. However, it lost $700m in Europe, which includes its UK Vauxhall plants in Ellesmere Port and Luton, and made a $100m loss in South … [Read more...]
January 2012 new car registration figures: New car registrations were marginally up 0.03% in January according to the latest figures released today by the SMMT. 128,853 cars were registered in the month, with the market 0.03% or 42 units up on January 2011 (which was down 11.5% on January 2010). “The January new car market held firm with … [Read more...]
Sponsered post Insurance firm Aviva is hoping to attract customers to its MultiCar product through various social media platforms. Aviva has launched its inventive and engaging social media campaign on Facebook and YouTube, backed up with a national TV advertising campaign, all aimed at showing potential customers how they can save money on … [Read more...]
Americans are holding onto cars longer, pushing the average age of a vehicle on the country's road to a record 11 years. The average age of a car last July was 11.1 years, while the truck average was 10.4, according to automotive research firm Polk. Unemployment and the economic factors have caused people to put off buying new cars and … [Read more...]
Car production in the UK rose by 5.8% in 2011, industry figures show. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said manufacturing had ended the year with a 1.6% rise in December, producing a total of 1,343,810 vehicles in the year. The SMMT said record exports had been the main driver of growth, with more than 80% of vehicles … [Read more...]
Since its introduction by Ford Motors in 2005 for the 2006 model year, the mid-size four-door sedan Ford Fusion has been a critical and commercial success -- recognized by publications such as Motor Trend and Car and Driver, and becoming the best-selling domestic vehicle. And with the arrival of the 2013 Ford Fusion -- which officially kicks off … [Read more...]
Mini is recalling 235,000 vehicles worldwide - 29,868 cars in the UK - due to a fault with an electric water pump. The fault, which could potentially be a fire risk, is known to affect vehicles, including the Cooper S and John Cooper Works models, built between March 2006 and January 2011. Owners will be contacted in the coming weeks to … [Read more...]
Decembers’ new car registration figures are in so who won the league? Who made it into Europe? Who got relegated? We can now take a look at the final table for 2011 and check the standings of the various top 20 manufacturers we have followed throughout the year in the Car Makers Premier League. As the SMMT themselves say 2011 was … [Read more...]
Car Buzz have created an infographic showing the best selling cars in 2011, plus the best selling manufacturers and key trends. … [Read more...]
December 2011 new car registration figures: New car registrations were down 3.7% in December according to the latest figures released today by the SMMT. 119,188 cars were registered in the month, with the market 3.7% or 4,629 units down on December 2010 (which let's not forget was down 18% on December 2009) and down 4.4% over the year. … [Read more...]
As we welcome in 2012 it is worth reflecting on what a very challenging year in the motor trade 2011 was. It was a year which saw many dealerships suffering, some having to call in the administrators and some sadly going under completely. Many car buyers deciding to delay or cancel their decision to buy another car in favour of sticking with … [Read more...]
Troubled Swedish carmaker Saab has filed for bankruptcy after failing to secure fresh funds from potential Chinese investors. General Motors (GM), which owns part of Saab, did not want Chinese carmakers accessing technology licences. Production has been suspended at Saab's main plant in Trollhattan, Sweden, since April as the company has … [Read more...]
Car production in the UK rose for the sixth straight month in November, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). A total of 136,111 cars were made last month, up 8.5% from the same point last year. UK engine production rose by 1.7% in November. "UK vehicle and engine production continues to lead a manufacturing … [Read more...]
It’s time once more for the Car Makers Premier League where each and every month we examine the top 20 manufacturers by number of units registered and see just how they look when compared with the previous month. At the end of the year who will be crowned champion? Who will drop out of the top 20 as the year unfolds and which high achievers will … [Read more...]
November 2011 new car registration figures: New car registrations were down 4.2% in November according to the latest figures released today by the SMMT. 134,027 cars were registered in the month, with the market 4.2% or 5,848 units down on November 2010 (which let's not forget was down 11.5% on November 2009) and down 4.5% over the year-to-date. … [Read more...]
Daimler is preparing to disband ultra-luxurious car manufacturer Maybach. The decision follows almost a decade of trying to make Maybach a profitable rival to Rolls Royce and Bentley. Maybach will be replaced by new and more luxurious models from the Mercedes brand, which is also owned by Daimler. Daimler is said to have invested more than … [Read more...]
A former motor dealer has been jailed for 18 months after he and three brothers admitted a "car clocking" scam in which vehicles were sold with vastly reduced mileage readings. The activities of Paul Price and his brothers Gary, Ian and Melvyn, came to light after concerns were reported to North Yorkshire Trading trading standards … [Read more...]
The OFT has taken enforcement action against Carcraft, which has 11 car supermarkets across England and Wales, over concerns about its business practices when selling cars, finance and after-sale guarantees. Following its investigation, the OFT believed that Carcraft: Was not always properly carrying out the comprehensive pre-sale … [Read more...]
Kia Motors has released the first official images of its all-new Ray (not short for Raymond as far as we are aware) compact vehicle, which will be sold exclusively in the Korean home market. The Ray city car will provide consumers with economical motoring and a spacious and highly versatile interior, while standing out from the crowd thanks to … [Read more...]
Winter driving preparations Welcome to the next part of the winter driving blog. We are giving you tips and advice during winter 2011, here we will look at the vital preparation needed before a winter drive… There are a few ways to prepare your vehicle for the journey ahead on a winter’s day. By following these steps you will reduce … [Read more...]
October 2011 new car registration figures: New car registrations were up 2.6% in October according to the latest figures released today by the SMMT. 134,944 cars were registered in the month, with the market 2.6% or 3,449 units up on October 2010 (which let's not forget was down a whopping 22.2% on October 2009) and down 4.5% over the … [Read more...]
The Hyundai Veloster has been awarded the maximum five-star safety rating by independent vehicle assessment organisation, Euro NCAP. The results of the extensive test process include class-best scores for the 1+2 door sports coupe. The Veloster attained a rating of 96% in the ‘adult occupant’ category, registering maximum points in the side … [Read more...]
he number of cars made in the UK accelerated ahead last month. A total of 136,051 cars were produced in September 2011 - a 7.5% increase on the September 2010 total, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said. Over the first nine months of this year, car production was up 4.8% on the January-September 2010 figure, while CV … [Read more...]
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