Rolls Royce bucks the downturn

Despite the economic gloom, Rolls Royce has posted record sales for the year to October 2008. RR Chief says they're insulated from the downturn to a degree.

Euro NCAP gets tough on whiplash

From 2009, Euro NCAP will incorporate testing for whiplash protection. And results just released show some of the current 5 star holders will be in trouble.

VW Touareg gets new engines and new edition

VW announce a 9% reduction in fuel consumption following mods to the VW Touareg 4x4, together with a new limited edition model, the North Sails, at €55k.

Grab a ‘VAT Free’ Skoda Octavia

Skoda in the UK has today announced that it will be offering a 'VAT Free' promotion on all Skoda Octavias until the end of December.

German car makers are dropping big engines

The big German luxury car makers are moving away from big normally aspirated engines, opting instead for smaller, forced induction units in their latest cars.

Audi TT RS to launch at Geneva

Audi is launching the hot version of its successful TT - the TT-RS - with 350bhp and 0-60 in under 5 seconds, at the Geneva Motor Show in Spring 2009.

Fiat Panda Cross wins top 4×4 Award

The Fiat Panda Cross, which was only introduced to the UK a few months ago, has won the best 4x4 award from 4x4 and MPV Driver Magazine.

2009 Mini Convertible Springs In

BMW has released images of the 2009 Mini Convertibe, which will be available in the Spring, initially in Cooper and Cooper S guise only.

Mini E Hits Europe

BMW has announced that it is to run 50 Mini E (Electric Cars - EV) in Europe. The cars will be run by testers for 12 months to help BMW develop its Electric Car

Ford Focus RS will hit 164mph

Ford in Austria has let slip additional details on the forthcoming Focus RS for 2009. A 164mph top speed and 0-60 in 5.9seconds. Full details.