Monthly Archives: February 2010

Mercedes to unveil new green technology concept car at Geneva

Mercedes to unveil new green technology concept car at Geneva

The stunning Mercedes F800 Style Concept with green-car technology will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month, taking the CLS-Class vehicle to a futuristic new level. As an indication of what may be to come from Mercedes, limiting the environmental impact of its cars is high on the agenda. » Read more
Microsoft named UK's biggest business brand

Microsoft named UK’s biggest business brand

Microsoft has beaten Google to the prized top spot in the annual Superbrands survey, which names the 500 leading business brands in the UK. The growing influence of online brands is reflected, with more e-commerce and internet businesses making the list than in any previous year. » Read more
Latest ONS figures show a steady rate for marriages in England and Wales

Latest ONS figures show a steady rate for marriages in England and Wales

As couples across the UK look to the spring and start planning their weddings, new figures from the Office of National Statistics show that the number of registered marriages in 2008, the latest year for which data are available, is closely equivalent to previous years. » Read more
Lady Gaga sweeps up at the Brit Awards

Lady Gaga sweeps up at the Brit Awards

Wannabe stars of rock and pop gathered in London’s Earls Court for the 2010 Brit Awards last night. A celebration of the British music industry perhaps, but it was an American – the pint-sized electro-pop diva Lady Gaga – who stole the show. » Read more
Bentley unveils new Continental Supersports Convertible

Bentley unveils new Continental Supersports Convertible

The great British marque is wowing critics with the Supersports Convertible, which has been described as a “fusion of extremes” – the ultimate in extreme performance, every day practicality and unrivalled handcrafted luxury. » Read more
The top five cars to watch out for in 2010

The top five cars to watch out for in 2010

Motoring fans across the UK are salivating at the prospect of this year’s new models from the car industry, with a host of manufacturers preparing to put out stunning vehicles. We give you the top five cars to watch out for this year. » Read more
Proposed changes to UK speed limit would affect motorhome drivers

Proposed changes to UK speed limit would affect motorhome drivers

The Department of Transport has opened a consultation on motorway speed limits for vehicles that carry more than eight passengers. If proposed changes to the law go through, the limit for motorhomes will be reduced from 70mph to 65mph. » Read more
Expenses claim for limo hire lands BBC exec in hot water

Expenses claim for limo hire lands BBC exec in hot water

A newly released expenses claim shows that a top BBC executive paid £638.73 for one day’s limo hire. That left many people scratching their heads and thinking he could have got a better deal at erento. » Read more
Japanese car industry woes continue as Honda recalls cars for airbag fault

Japanese car industry woes continue as Honda recalls cars for airbag fault

Following hot on the heels of the much-publicised Toyota recall, Honda has been forced to recall certain 2001 and 2002 models over safety fears. » Read more
Lamborghini comes tops for safety

Lamborghini comes tops for safety

Automobili Lamborghini was awarded a special prize for safety and social awareness at the first National Forum of Health and Safety in the Workplace, held in Bologna. » Read more