Motoring News

Classic cars go under the hammer

Classic cars, including a Ferrari which belonged to Barbarella film director Roger Vadim, have gone on sale in France. Updated on 07/02/2012 14:06:52. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Natural disasters hit Toyota profit

Flooding in Thailand and last year's tsunami in Japan have hit profits at carmaker Toyota. Updated on 07/02/2012 14:06:52. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Met Office warns of more disruption

Icy conditions are likely to cause more problems on the roads throughout the week, the Met Office has said. Updated on 07/02/2012 09:31:59. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Drivers panicked by warning signs

Drivers do not know how to use some of the controls on their cars, with a third (32%) panicking when a red light appears on their dashboard, according to research by Halfords. Updated on 07/02/2012 09:31:59. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

New Hyundai promotion on city cars

Hyundai is offering buyers the chance to take home one of its new city cars on a special finance promotion. Updated on 07/02/2012 09:31:59. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Small January rise in new car sales

January saw a good start to the 2012 car market, with a marginal rise in new sales. Updated on 06/02/2012 12:20:54. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Driving theory 'to be English only'

Would-be drivers in the UK may soon be prevented from sitting their theory test in a foreign language, in a bid to crack down on translators who help immigrants 'cheat'. Updated on 06/02/2012 12:20:54. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

MPs tackle rising whiplash claims

The transport secretary has said that by urging motorists to make whiplash claims, compensation lawyers are to blame for driving up insurance premiums. Updated on 06/02/2012 12:20:54. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Ice warning as drivers head to work

Forecasters have warned of icy conditions as many Britons head back to work after a weekend of snow. Updated on 06/02/2012 10:10:38. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Drivers getting those early morning flat feelings

1 in 3 RAC call outs are to non-starting vehicles. <p> With most of the country experiencing sub-zero temperatures overnight this week, many drivers are literally finding their cars frozen to the spot. Nearly a third of call outs attended by the RAC are to vehicles that simply refuse to start, with flat batteries being amongst the most common problem. Updated on 03/02/2012 11:29:03. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Police pay out over smashed windows

A motorist who took legal action against police over a 17-minute pursuit has received a "substantial" out-of-court settlement, lawyers said. Updated on 03/02/2012 11:17:47. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Firms 'interested in bust refinery'

Ministers have revealed that nearly 50 firms have expressed an interest in the Coryton oil refinery, which recently fell into administration. Updated on 03/02/2012 11:17:47. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Latest Ford model to be revealed

The latest offering from Ford, the compact multi-activity B-MAX, will be showcased at next month's Geneva Motor Show. Updated on 03/02/2012 08:46:51. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Snow to follow icy temperatures

Snow is due to fall at the weekend as icy temperatures in Britain reached as low as minus 11C in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. Updated on 03/02/2012 08:46:51. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Honda loses US court fuel claim

Car maker Honda could face a rush of claims across the world after it lost a court battle in the US against a motorist in relation to its advertised fuel economy. Updated on 03/02/2012 08:46:51. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Forecasters predict snow at weekend

Drivers are urged to take care on the roads as forecasts predict snow for the weekend. Updated on 02/02/2012 11:27:14. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

New Shiro features white detailing

Nissan has unleashed its new top-of-the-range limited edition Juke Shiro which features high-end detailing and lots of character, with prices starting at £17,695. Updated on 02/02/2012 11:27:14. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Twins pass driving test on same day

Passing your driving test is always an achievement to celebrate, but for teenage twins Rosie and Lucy Carleton the celebration came in double as both passed their test at the same time, date and after the same amount of lessons behind the wheel. Updated on 02/02/2012 09:08:25. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

'£1.6bn of valuables' left in cars

Car owners in the UK are leaving possessions worth £1.6 billion in their vehicles, often on display, making them easy targets for potential thieves. Updated on 02/02/2012 09:08:25. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.

Drivers fail to heed safety advice

Speed warnings on motorways during bad weather conditions are ignored by a worrying 29% of UK motorists, a report suggests. Updated on 02/02/2012 09:08:25. © RAC breakdown cover and car insurance.