06 January 2009
Despite severe weather warnings from the Met Office, research indicates that British motorists are unprepared for the sub-zero conditions set to hit UK roads.
Thrill at the Reliant Robin space shuttle. Laugh at the destruction of Steve Redgrave's garden. Shed a tear at Hammond's return. Cringe at redneck-baiting. And laugh as funny stuff happens to cars, in Top Gear's best 20 moments. | 11/12/2008
If you're struggling to come up with something to give your nearest and dearest this Christmas consider the humble satnav. Read on for our reviews of some of the best satnav systems on the market. | 11/12/2008
Our round-up of the best presents for the petrol-head in your life includes one motoring-related gift for every day of the festive period. There are gifts from manufacturers, useful gadgets, expensive baubles and inevitably some Top Gear stuff too. | 04/12/2008
Women, guns, cocktails, casinos, gambling and eyebrows. A heady brew that crops up on screen every few years as another part of the 45-year-old James Bond franchise. And right at the middle of those films has been 007's relationship with cars. | 05/11/2008
The credit crunch is starting to impact on car-buying, with dealers and manufacturers feeling the pinch. But now could be the best time to buy a new or used car, or get good leasing and finance deals. How to make the credit crunch work for you. | 09/10/2008
Renault's apologetic advert for the new Megane hatch is the automotive equivalent of self-flagellation.
Just when you though ads couldn't get any more strange, here's this Australian Toyota Corolla commercial feature some kung-fu cat action.
The classic Bond Aston Martin DB5, and some would say the classic Bond. This Aston features no less than switch number plates, pop-up machine guns, oil slicks maker, smoke machines, bulletproof glass and an ejector seat.
Sir Roger Moore double-takes his way through a rough-and-ready car chase that's not a million miles away from an Inspector Clouseau celluloid rumble.
Moore's ageing Bond wreaks havoc in the middle of Paris, in another car chase where the emphasis is on laughs rather than thrills courtesy of stuntman Rémy Julienne.
Enraged lorry drivers are lining up to splat Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson in their trucks after an unfortunate joke at their expense. Only you can save Jezza - run, Clarkson, run!
Play Stephen Colbert on the track on of a hot breaking story as you battle with a rival news van to get there first. News Hunter car driving game from the Daily Show with Jon Stewart.
A Scooby-Doo-based car driving game involving the surreptitious tracking of bad guys as they go about their nefarious deeds. To the Mystery Machine!
You might think that Motorcycle Racing - seriously, who comes up with these car game names? - is a bit of a piece of cake, given that it's not actually possible your bike, even at speeds of up to 150mph.
Steal cars, avoid the cops, race against time! About 60 seconds to be exact. You've avoided watching the film, now play the game!
06 January 2009
06 January 2009
Citroen has extended its 'No VAT' and 0 per cent finance deals on a number of its models into the New Year.
06 January 2009
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is introducing finance offers on new and used models, including the Caddy, Caddy Maxi and Transporter van ranges.
06 January 2009
Bentley will unveil the Continental GTC Speed at the Detroit Show, a four-seat convertible capable of hitting 200mph or 195mph with the roof down - making it the fastest four-seater drop-top in the world.
06 January 2009
The new Porsche Panamera grand tourer will make its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show in April before going on sale in the Summer of 2009 in a further sign of the West's interest in China as a new market.
06 January 2009
Porsche has increased its stake in Volkswagen to more than 50 per cent, in preparation for taking further stake of 25 per cent later this year.
05 January 2009
Mitsubishi has announced a series of initiatives it believes will see it through the economic downturn focussed on dealer profitability and cash flow.
05 January 2009
Ssangyong's largest creditor, Korea Development Bank, has agreed to help the stricken car-maker on the condition that Ssangyong's parent company – SAIC – agrees to plough cash into the SUV manufacturer.
02 January 2009
Fiat has agreed to pay £10.6m in order to settle accusations that it was involved in 'kickbacks' with Saddam Hussein's regime, and has admitted to 'regrettable incidents'.
22 December 2008
Tough times for Japanese manufacturers as former darling of the industry feel the chill of the economic downturn.
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Citroen C5 Tourer 2.0 HDI review
02 January 2009
The new C5 in either Saloon or Tourer form is a very striking and well equipped vehicle and should not be overlooked by moneywise drivers - private, fleet or business.
Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 dCi 4x2 road test
30 December 2008
The Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 dCi 4x2 may not have four-wheel drive, but should not be overlooked because of it. The SUV crossover is a good vehicle in any guise.
Peugeot 308 SW road test
26 December 2008
As people downsize from SUVs, large MPVs and even family saloons, the small estate with seven seats and low costs such as the Peugeot 307 SW is an increasingly popular alternative for families.
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