The X-Class has been recalled by Mercedes-Benz under reference R/2020/171 (SRV2011), as the handbook doesn’t have the correct maximum roof load values contained in it.
Ford revises Focus range with mild hybrid technology and new ‘Edition’ line-up
The Focus range has been updated for the summer, with all versions except the ST gaining an ‘Edition’ moniker at the end of its model name. For instance, the Zetec becomes Zetec Edition, the ST-Line is now named ST-Line Edition and the Active X Vignale becomes Active X Vignale Edition.
Nissan confirms safe future for Sunderland plant and gives sneak peek at new models
Nissan has announced a far-reaching plan to close production facilities in Spain and Indonesia, reduce the number of models in its range and boost profitability all at the same time. As the Japanese company revealed its financial results, the worst in twenty years and the first loss since 2009, project Next was unveiled to transform the company.
The May/June 2020 issue of Diesel Car & Eco Car Magazine is now on sale
The production of issue 401 was carried out during unprecedented times and it’s a huge credit to the entire team at DieselCar and EcoCar for their hard work. For those that are stuck indoors under lockdown, it’s the perfect time to think about giving your car a spring clean ready for better times. It’s our car cleaning and valeting special issue and this delivers hints and tips on giving your car a spruce up as we head towards summer.
Toyota Yaris Cross makes its online debut
Toyota has revealed the Yaris Cross SUV to rival popular models like the Renault Captur, Peugeot 2008 and Ford Puma. The model had previously been spotted testing and was due to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show before it was cancelled. It’s now expected to arrive in showrooms in Summer 2021.
Jeep axes all but one diesel engine from its Renegade line-up
Jeep is the latest car maker to slim down its diesel model range, with the baby Renegade now consisting of petrol editions, with a diesel Trailhawk model crowning the model range. 4xe Plug-in hybrid variants are scheduled to join the line-up, too, later this year.
Who buys private number plates?
Personalised Number plates have long been purchased by people from all walks of life, since now there is something affordable for almost everyone irrespective of their income. Of course some very short plates like 1 GO, 1 DR, 8 JW…
First sketch previews new VW Golf GTD
Volkswagen will celebrate the world première of the Golf GTD at the Geneva International Motor Show from 5 to 15 March. Among the technical highlights is the most powerful and thanks to twin dosing cleanest turbo diesel injection (TDI) engine ever to be installed in a Golf.
Toyota adds GR Sport models to Corolla range
Following its debut at the Geneva motor show in March, Toyota has confirmed that a dynamic-looking GR Sport model will join the Corolla range this month.
Ford revises Fiesta line-up, with better-equipped Edition models
The Fiesta line-up has been revised, with a new entry-level diesel Trend model, as well as Edition versions of the ST-Line, ST-Line X, Active, Active X and Vignale. At the same time, diesel power has been re-introduced to the flagship model, now called Vignale Edition.