Virtual Car Broker http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk New car news from around the world Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:00:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Renault face-lifts the Laguna http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/renault-face-lifts-the-laguna http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/renault-face-lifts-the-laguna#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:00:00 +0000 Car Broker tag:www.whatcar.com://3f88507c3262132bbbc4753d6fafa757

The most obvious changes are at the front end, where both the hatchback and Sport Tourer models (but not the Coupe, which remains unchanged) get revised headlights and bumpers, with a new design of grille below the numberplate.


More efficient engines
Along with the cosmetic surgery, all the engines have been revised to meet Euro V regulations, with the result that emissions have dropped across the entire range. In the hatchback, the 1.5 dCi 110 engine now emits just 120g/km of CO2, 10g/km less than before.


The face-lifted Renault Laguna Estate that will be at the Paris motor show
4Control system
In the UK, three trims will be available – Expression, Dynamique and GT Line – with the company’s 4Control system available on models with the 2.0 dCi 180 engine.

This allows the rear wheels to turn slightly, with the angle and direction depending on the circumstances. The company says it gives better manoeuvrability at low speeds, increased stability at high speeds, and more safety in an emergency.

Prices for the revised models will be announced in mid-October, with the car going on sale in November.
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The most obvious changes are at the front end, where both the hatchback and Sport Tourer models (but not the Coupe, which remains unchanged) get revised headlights and bumpers, with a new design of grille below the numberplate.


More efficient engines
Along with the cosmetic surgery, all the engines have been revised to meet Euro V regulations, with the result that emissions have dropped across the entire range. In the hatchback, the 1.5 dCi 110 engine now emits just 120g/km of CO2, 10g/km less than before.


The face-lifted Renault Laguna Estate that will be at the Paris motor show
4Control system
In the UK, three trims will be available – Expression, Dynamique and GT Line – with the company’s 4Control system available on models with the 2.0 dCi 180 engine.

This allows the rear wheels to turn slightly, with the angle and direction depending on the circumstances. The company says it gives better manoeuvrability at low speeds, increased stability at high speeds, and more safety in an emergency.

Prices for the revised models will be announced in mid-October, with the car going on sale in November.
]]> http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/renault-face-lifts-the-laguna/feed 0 French police crack down on ill-prepared British motorists http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/french-police-crack-down-on-ill-prepared-british-motorists http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/french-police-crack-down-on-ill-prepared-british-motorists#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:56:15 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/7980343/French-police-crack-down-on-ill-prepared-British-motorists.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/french-police-crack-down-on-ill-prepared-british-motorists/feed 0 Boy racers blamed for theft of ‘rocket fuel’ from ambulances http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/boy-racers-blamed-for-theft-of-rocket-fuel-from-ambulances http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/boy-racers-blamed-for-theft-of-rocket-fuel-from-ambulances#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:34:15 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/crime/7979727/Boy-racers-blamed-for-theft-of-rocket-fuel-from-ambulances.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/boy-racers-blamed-for-theft-of-rocket-fuel-from-ambulances/feed 0 Chevrolet Cruze hatchback revealed http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/chevrolet-cruze-hatchback-revealed http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/chevrolet-cruze-hatchback-revealed#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:23:00 +0000 Car Broker tag:www.whatcar.com://cb8480a601e540e41c9ab58078d0ca97
It will be unveiled at the Paris motor show at the end of this month, and the five-door car will join the existing four-door saloon in Chevrolet showrooms in the middle of next year.

Although the two models look similar, the hatchback stands out from the saloon with its coupe-like roofline.

The range of engines and trims will mirror that of the saloon, although the new hatchback will be launched with Euro V-compliant engines, which will find their way into the saloon in due course.

Exact details of the car and its specifications will be confirmed nearer its on-sale date, so there is no confirmation of whether every detail of the show car – such as the LED running lights in the front bumper – will appear on the production car.

The company has confirmed that the five-door, five-seat car will have a 400-litre boot (50 litres less than the saloon), with 60/40 split-folding rear seats.

The Cruze hatchback will be one of four Chevrolet world premieres at Paris. The company will also unveil the Orlando MPV, the new Aveo supermini, and a revised version of the Captiva 4x4.

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It will be unveiled at the Paris motor show at the end of this month, and the five-door car will join the existing four-door saloon in Chevrolet showrooms in the middle of next year.

Although the two models look similar, the hatchback stands out from the saloon with its coupe-like roofline.

The range of engines and trims will mirror that of the saloon, although the new hatchback will be launched with Euro V-compliant engines, which will find their way into the saloon in due course.

Exact details of the car and its specifications will be confirmed nearer its on-sale date, so there is no confirmation of whether every detail of the show car – such as the LED running lights in the front bumper – will appear on the production car.

The company has confirmed that the five-door, five-seat car will have a 400-litre boot (50 litres less than the saloon), with 60/40 split-folding rear seats.

The Cruze hatchback will be one of four Chevrolet world premieres at Paris. The company will also unveil the Orlando MPV, the new Aveo supermini, and a revised version of the Captiva 4x4.

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Mirror Navi allows drivers to use the navigation system at the same time as they check the rear view.

The new system can be fitted by dealers in less than an hour and is classed as a fitted navigation system for insurance purposes – which could help to reduce premiums.

The Mirror Navi has tinted and dimming mirror glass, a battery charging connection and anti-theft security. It has a 3.5-inch screen, colour display with 2D or 3D mapping.

Other features include destination memory, Eco Route – software that finds more fuel-efficient routes – and maps and voice directions for more than 70 countries and languages.

The Mirror Navi system fits all Ford models and costs £299 plus dealer fitting charges.

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Mirror Navi allows drivers to use the navigation system at the same time as they check the rear view.

The new system can be fitted by dealers in less than an hour and is classed as a fitted navigation system for insurance purposes – which could help to reduce premiums.

The Mirror Navi has tinted and dimming mirror glass, a battery charging connection and anti-theft security. It has a 3.5-inch screen, colour display with 2D or 3D mapping.

Other features include destination memory, Eco Route – software that finds more fuel-efficient routes – and maps and voice directions for more than 70 countries and languages.

The Mirror Navi system fits all Ford models and costs £299 plus dealer fitting charges.

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The Autoglass survey claims the increasing amount of celebrities and sports stars – such as England footballers Ashley Cole and Joe Cole – being brought before the court to answer speeding charges is having a negative effect on young drivers who look upon them as role models.

There was more bad news for younger drivers, with 68% of those questioned calling for tougher penalties for those caught speeding. Half of respondents also want young drivers who break motoring laws to be forced to retake their driving test.

Other results of the survey included:

• 32% wanted an instant ban for young drivers who break the law
• 67% said teens should be restricted to small-capacity engines
• 60% wanted youngsters to display a P-plate for 12 months after passing their test
• 23% called for a night-time ban on young drivers

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The Autoglass survey claims the increasing amount of celebrities and sports stars – such as England footballers Ashley Cole and Joe Cole – being brought before the court to answer speeding charges is having a negative effect on young drivers who look upon them as role models.

There was more bad news for younger drivers, with 68% of those questioned calling for tougher penalties for those caught speeding. Half of respondents also want young drivers who break motoring laws to be forced to retake their driving test.

Other results of the survey included:

• 32% wanted an instant ban for young drivers who break the law
• 67% said teens should be restricted to small-capacity engines
• 60% wanted youngsters to display a P-plate for 12 months after passing their test
• 23% called for a night-time ban on young drivers

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]]> http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/celebs-a-bad-influence-on-young-drivers/feed 0 The Stig: Ben Collins ‘could become face of new Top Gear style TV show’ http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/the-stig-ben-collins-could-become-face-of-new-top-gear-style-tv-show http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/the-stig-ben-collins-could-become-face-of-new-top-gear-style-tv-show#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:01:57 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/7979090/The-Stig-Ben-Collins-could-become-face-of-new-Top-Gear-style-TV-show.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/the-stig-ben-collins-could-become-face-of-new-top-gear-style-tv-show/feed 0 Unveiled – Citroen’s new DS4 http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/unveiled-citroens-new-ds4 http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/unveiled-citroens-new-ds4#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:27:32 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/7978254/Unveiled-Citroens-new-DS4.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/unveiled-citroens-new-ds4/feed 0 Ghostbusters car under the hammer http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer-2 http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer-2#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:53:50 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/classiccars/7978008/Ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer-2/feed 0 Ghostbusters car under the hammer http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:53:50 +0000 Car Broker http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/7978008/Ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer.html http://www.virtualcarbroker.co.uk/motoring-news/ghostbusters-car-under-the-hammer/feed 0