Monthly Archives: July 2013

Simply Vauxhall show debuts at Beaulieu

The first ever Simply Vauxhall show takes place this weekend – 28 July – at Beaulieu, and the organiser is promising a wide array of Griffins to view.  The show is the latest addition to the rapidly expanding event calendar at the National motor museum.

This is a great opportunity to view hundreds of Vauxhalls, meet up with like-minded enthusiasts and enjoy a great day out at the Beaulieu attraction, which includes the National Motor Museum, Bond in Motion, World of Top Gear, Beaulieu Abbey, Palace House and the gardens.

Renault Megane Knight edition revealed, priced from £17,095

Renault Megane Knight Edition

Renault has unveiled a limited edition Megane Knight with prices starting from £17,095. The Megane Knight Edition is available as a Hatch, Coupe and Sport Tourer.

Privacy concerns voiced over Austin, Texas license plate scanners

Amid complaints that the privacy of drivers is being invaded, Austin police say their use of an automatic license plate reader is an invaluable tool in locating stolen vehicles.

In a report released last week, the American Civil Liberties Union said the use of the readers was widespread and that the lack of state policies on how the data is used and how long it is stored raises serious privacy concerns.

Faurecia plans to close 8 plants

Faurecia plans to close 8 plants

Faurecia, the French supplier controlled by PSA/Peugeot-Citroen, will close eight car seat factories over the next four years, sources familiar with the plan said.

Tata Motors Ties up with Fusion Automotive to Enter Australian Market

Tata Motors Ties up with Fusion Automotive to Enter Australian Market

Tata Motors, India’s largest automotive player and the world’s fourth largest truck and bus manufacturer, announced its entry into Australia, under a new independent distributor, M/s Fusion Automotive Pty Ltd. Australia. The latter will have exclusively marketing and distribution of the Tata Motors brand in Australia.