Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:27:28 GMT
By Adam Sloman
Toyota have moved to dismiss any claims that an electrical, rather than mechanical fault is to blame for the worldwide recall of over eight million cars.
A study delivered to the US congress in February suggested that faulty electronics were to blame. However the Japanese giant stated the problem has been caused by the pedal itself, combined with obstructing floor mats, and that the repaired cars will now operate safely.
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:29:20 GMT
The Toyota Prius February sales total of 538 units serves as further proof that UK motorists have faith in Toyota quality and reliability and acknowledge the real-world benefits delivered by Hybrid Synergy Drive.
February 2010 sales are comfortably more than double the previous best for the month which was 237 in February 2008.
Customers have repeatedly ranked Prius highest in satisfaction and reliability surveys across the world. The thir... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:50:54 GMT
The first Beaulieu ‘Simply Ford’ event takes place on Sunday 2nd May and promises to be a great day out for all Ford enthusiasts. All Ford owners are invited to come to Beaulieu in their vehicle and become part of the event. Any model is welcome, from the new Focus RS to the old MK 1 or 2 Escort RS or even a Model T!
All Ford owners taking part have an opportunity to enter the Pride of Ownership competition with the winner receiving a £100 ca... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:21:31 GMT
Sharper looks and new high-tech on-board features are central to Lexus’s revision of its best-selling IS sports saloon for 2010.
Inspired by the ultra-high-performance IS F, the IS range has been extended with a new F-Sport grade that focuses on highly desirable sports styling features. The new F-Sport grade, takes its cue from the high impact styling of the IS F and is positioned in the IS line-up between the established SE-I and SE-L models.... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:13:53 GMT
By Adam Sloman
Vauxhall’s next Agila small car will be a wholly GM developed car, according to head of sales and marketing Alain Visser.
Speaking at Geneva to Automotive News Europe, Visser confirmed that the deal that sees the Agila and it’s twin, the Suzuki Splash built at Suzuki’s Hungarian factory is due to expire soon, and that the follow-up, will be developed without collaboration from the Japanese manufacturer.
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:26:37 GMT
Fiat has once again set new standards in cutting carbon dioxide emissions, after both the Fiat brand and Fiat Group posted Europe’s lowest volume weighted CO2 emissions, according to JATO, the world leader in automotive advisory and research services.
Fiat Automobiles logged a CO2 average of just 127.8 g/km, compared with 133.7 g/km in 2009’s results. This puts it ahead of Toyota (130.1 g/km), Peugeot (133.6 g/km), Renault (137.5 g/km), Citroe... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:17:00 GMT
By Adam Sloman
Plans for a financial tie-up by PSA Peugeot-Citroën and Mitsubishi are on hold. Senior management from both companies met at Geneva last week, but plans have been put on ice. The two companies will continue to share platforms and engines.
The French giant is keen to become a global player and saw Mitsubishi as the ideal partner to aid its plans to compete on a larger scale outside of Europe.
This past year, there have bee... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:36:14 GMT
Citroën has revealed an electrifying new model at the Geneva Motor Show - the sensational Survolt concept.
A blend of high-fashion, extravagance and more than a hint of motor racing punch, Survolt takes the essence of Citroën’s Revolte concept - performance, cutting-edge technology and luxury - and adds an assertive sporting dimension into the mix.
A new breed of stylish, sporty and elegant supermini, Survolt bucks current trends and points... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:32:37 GMT
Kia is debuting its first all-electric plug-in concept car – based on the just-arrived Venga - at the Geneva Motor Show.
The Venga EV concept car is identical to the regular Venga B-segment MPV but features an electric motor producing 80 kW and maximum torque of 207lb ft. Venga EV is capable of accelerating from standstill to 62mph in 11.8 seconds, and reaching a top speed of 87mph.
Venga EV includes a twin-pack 24 kWh battery using innova... More
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Posted by Diesel Car on Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:28:16 GMT
Porsche is keeping up the pace in the enhancement of efficiency combined with driving pleasure, by shifting to the next gear at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show with no less than three world debuts in hybrid technology.
The absolute highlight is the presentation of a concept of a high-performance mid-engined sports car with plug-in hybrid technology, the 918 Spyder, which debuts alongside the Cayenne S Hybrid, the first production hybrid in the hist... More
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