CCTV released of ‘car linked to T2 Trainspotting actor’s death’
CCTV images have been released of a car police believe is connected to the death of T2 Trainspotting actor Bradley Welsh.
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Ford reveals it is being probed in US over emissions certification
Ford has said the Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into its US emissions certification process.
UK drive: The Hyundai i30 N-Line offers good looks, but not that much drama
What is it? Take a passing glance at the Hyundai i30 N-Line and you might think you’re looking at the hardcore i30 N hot hatchback. Indeed, that was Hyundai’s intention – the N-Line, as is the case with most cars with ‘Line’ in their trim level, is meant to give some of the glamour of a full-fat hot hatch but without the associated running costs.
Ford confirms hundreds of jobs to go at Bridgend plant
American car manufacturer Ford has confirmed that nearly 400 jobs will be lost at its engine manufacturing plant in Bridgend.
First drive: Engine upgrades give the Nissan Micra a new lease of life
What is it? Nissan’s keen to point out that it’s listened to the feedback its customers gave it on the latest Micra. Although the car’s only been out for two years, customers criticised the engines – calling them underpowered and bemoaning the lack of an automatic gearbox.
First drive: The Kia Ceed GT just about puts the ‘hot’ into hot hatchback
Kia’s first cee’d GT helped to change the firm’s brand image around through sporty looks and sharp drive. Can the latest model do the same?
The best barely-used bargain cars
Everyone loves a bargain, right? Food, clothes, shoes – if it’s got a cut-price label, most people are interested. The same goes for cars, but finding money off a barely-used example can be tricky. However, that’s not to say they don’t exist.
Marvel-lous! Hyundai launches Kona Iron Man Edition
Hyundai has joined forces with comic publisher and movie studio Marvel to produce this – the limited-run Kona Iron Man Edition.
Ford to offer VW California-rivalling Transit Nugget camper
Ford has announced that a campervan conversion of its Transit Custom, named the Nugget, will be available to order directly from dealers later this year.
Long-term report: The Ford Kuga settles into family duties
It’s all too easy to get familiar with a car these days – you jump in and out so often, that you forget what you like, and those niggly issues can just become the norm.
Volkswagen and Ford announce global alliance
Two of the biggest firms in the automotive industry launched a partnership today that will see them sharing knowledge and expertise on vans and pick-ups.