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Skoda sales record numbers in UK in 2016
Skoda enjoys a very good evolution on the UK market, thanks to its wide range of cars. After the first six months, 42,233 new cars were registered. That’s almost 1,000 more vehicles than the brand sold in the entire 12 months of 2010 (41,240). Compared to a figure of 39,463 units for January to June 2015, it means a growth of 11 per cent and gives the brand a year-to-date market share of 3 per cent.
Porsche builds new V8 engine plant
Even if the current V8 engines might be the last we are going to see in Volkswagen Group, Porsche is investing heavily in building this units the right way. The Germans jut opened a new engine plant for eight-cylinder engines.
Lamborghini surpasses 2000 units sold in first six months of 2016
Lamborghini is enjoying a very good start this year in term of sales. The SantAgata Bolognese brand managed to aquire more clients than ever in the first six months of this year.
Skoda introduces the 280 hp version of the Superb
Skoda is introducing in the UK the all new Superb equipped with a new and powerful engine: the 2.0 liter TSI unit, with 280 hp. It becomes the most powerful Skoda ever produced and one of the fastest cars in the segment.
Volkswagen Tiguan receives new range of accesories
In order to appeal to a large mass of clients, Volkswagen is introducing a variety of accesories for the current Tiguan. The German crossover, recently launched in the UK can pe customized with some elements that protect the car.
VIDEO: Abarth 124 Spider review
The new Abarth 124 Spider came right in time for summer. A great choice for those looking for a convertible, different from the Mazda MX-5, its brother in platform. But is it better than its Japanese brother and rival? AutoExpress went to find out and offered us this video that sums it all up.
Helsinki wants to eliminate private vehicle by 2025
This isn’t the first time when a country plans to eliminate the private vehichles from it’s towns, but Helsinki is trying again. This time, the Finnish capital city want to combine the public and prive transportation services to delive to its citizens the ability to use the cheapest and fastest ways of transportation.
A guy with guts
This truck driver in China is very dedicated to his job. When his car transporter chatches fire, the driver tries to rescue the vehicles on board, rather than running away.
Cadillac CT6 and XT5 introduced in Europe
Cadillac is starting its European expansion with the introduction of two new vehicles. Using an old 17th century factory in Berlin, the US manufacturer introduced two brand new vehicles.
Ford F-150 Raptor driving modes detailed
In order to appeal to a broader range of customers, the all new Ford F-150 Raptor, the most powerful version of the popular pick-up, is available with six special driving modes. Ford detailed them each so we know how the Raptor should be handled depending on the situation.