Monthly Archives: August 2013

UK 2013 car sales forecast raised after July increase

UK car sales forecast for 2013 raised after July increase

UK car registrations rose by 12.7 percent to more than 162,000 in July, prompting the industry’s trade body to revise upward its forecasts for total car sales in 2013.

The Engineer car crime poll

The Engineer car crime poll

Recent research has raised concerns about the ability of cybercriminals to hack in-car systems, such as engine control units and immobilisers.

EU seeks to defuse row over Mercedes refrigerant

EU seeks to defuse row over Mercedes refrigerant

The European Commission will mediate in a dispute over an air-conditioning refrigerant in Mercedes-Benz cars by refereeing safety tests.

Exquisite Lancia Aprilia Riva Spider at Coys Classic Car Auction

Exquisite Lancia Aprilia Riva Spider at Coys Classic Car Auction

A unique Lancia Aprilia Riva Spider will go under the hammer at Coys Classic Car Auction at Nurburgring on 10th August.

Rally of the Tests Takes New Route From London to Harrogate

The Rally of the Tests returns from 31st October to 3rd November with a new route from Chester to Harrogate, encompassing North Wales, Lancashire, Cumbria and Yorkshire.

Organised by the Classic Rally Association (CRA), this year’s event will take drivers through amazing scenery and challenging roads.