Press Release Archive

Press Releases 2009

6^th February 2009 (Telegraph): Racing without engines

3^rd February 2009 (Bentley Motors): The Extreme Bentley

28^th January 2009 (BERR): Mandelson meets UK auto industry on loan guarantees

27^th January 2009 (BERR): Mandelson announces support package for the Automotive Industry

26^th January 2009 (DUIS): Top UK companies increase Research and Development

7^th January 2009 (SMMT): December market falls, but not as far as expected

7^th January 2009 (Paperchase Public Relations): Warranties are "key area" for manufacturer and dealer co-operation in recession

Press Releases 2008

4^th December 2008 (SMMT): Consumer confidence still lacking in November

27^th October 2008 (Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform): UK to lead on Hybrid and Electric Cars

24^th October 2008 (Motorsport Academy): Pera flies the flag for British motorsport

14^th September 2008 (Department for Transport): Traffic signs rethink "biggest in 40 years"

8^th September 2008 (Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform): A new framework for UK manufacturing

31^st July 2008 (BTCC): Plans to limit CO2 emissions in the BTCC take step forward

24^th July 2008 (Department for Transport): Road Statistics 2007: Traffic, Speeds and Congestion

17^th July 2008 (Department for Transport): Kelly announces £6bn motorway improvements

9^th July 2008 (Department for Transport): Gallagher review calls for Biofuels use to slow down

9^th July 2008 (SMMT & Clean Green Cars): Average new car CO2 falls 3.6% per cent in quarter two

7^th July 2008 (Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform): Manufacturing roadshow launched in the Midlands

4^th July 2008 (Shell): Cheshire school excels at Shell Eco-marathon Youth Challenge

4^th July 2008 (IAM): Tips for Driving Abroad

26^th June 2008 (Department for Transport): Road Casualties Great Britain 2007 - Main results

20^th June 2008 (SMMT): May vehicle production

19^th June 2008 (Northgate): Van fleet operators call on manufacturers to publish commercial vehicle MPG and emmisions data

12^th June 2008 (All in One): Diesel Remains the Cost Effective Company Car Choice Despite Rocketing Price Differential Over Petrol

9^th June 2008 (Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills): UK companies outperform

3^rd June 2008 (Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform): Hutton backs Sunderland car deal

30^th May 2008 (Audi AG): Audi R10 TDI uses Biofuel of the next generation for the first time

21^st May 2008 (Liberty Electric Cars Ltd): New UK Electric Car Manufacturer to Invest £30 Million and Create 250 Jobs

20^th May 2008 (IMI): Learning Grid to support Careers Zone at British International Motor Show

20^th May 2008 (Green Car Guide): Green cars from the production line and from the start line at Green-Car-Guide Live! 2008

19^th May 2008 (Motorsport 100): McLaren invest in talent and technology to get ahead

8^th May 2008 (Technology Strategy Board): Research boost for low-carbon vehicles

7^th May 2008 (RMIF): Car Sales Buck Trend

7^th May 2008 (SMMT): Diesels reign in April

7^th May 2008 (Department for Transport): Overhaul for driver training promises insurance savings

30^th April 2008 (Turbo Dynamics): Santa Pod Raceway Gears Up For PTM Show

25^th April 2008 (SMMT): March Vehicle Production

9^th April 2008 (Experian): Used car buyers move towards more energy efficient and environmentally green cars

9^th April 2008 (Experian): Automotive industry records fewer business failures

7^th April 2008 (Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform): Business Minister Launches new Investigation into UK Auto Industry

26^th March 2008 (Intelligent Energy): Suzuki extends Intelligent Energy collaboration

10^th March 2008 (Department for Transport): Rosie Winterton calls for Technology & Innovation to help cut

6^th March 2008 (SMMT): Taxing times for the UK motorist

6^th March 2008 (RMIF): February car sales down, intrest rates held

5^th March 2008 (Network Automotive): Manufacturer headcounts likely to fall again during 2008 as economic conditions remain tough

29^th February 2008 (F1 in Schools): Ecclestone and Coulthard back F1 in Schools

6^th February 2008 (Experian): Sales of used 4x4 vehicles strongest in the west midlands

6^th February 2008 (SMMT): Diesel volumes surge, despite overall weaker demand in January

5^th February 2008 (SMMT): New car registration fee doubles in 10 years

31^st January 2008 (Department for Transport): UK welcomes EU climate change proposals

25^th January 2008 (SMMT): Vehicle Production December 2007

17^th January 2008 (RMIF): Car sales up in 2007 - interest rates down in 2008?

17^th January 2008 (Experian): Directors getting younger in the automotive industry

17^th January 2008 (Gravitas): Automotive sector second best for satisfaction

17^th January 2008 (RMIF): Tax strike to impact on businesses warns RMIF

8^th January 2008 (Proteus): At home on Mulsanne or Park Avenue

7^th January 2008 (SMMT): Focus on CO2 - new car performance improves again in 2007

7^th January 2008 (SMMT): Small cars and diesel registrations fuel new car market in 2007

Press Releases 2007

6^th December 2007 (SMMT): Diesel registrations hit record high in November 2007

22^nd November 2007 (Experian): Super Minis become UK'S favourite

22^nd November 2007 (SMMT): Vehicle production - October 07

20^th November 2007 (EEMS): The Future of Motorsport

9^th November 2007 (MIRA): Road Safety Experts Call for Driver Training.

8^th November 2007 (EEMS): Mazda to participate in Norwegian national hydrogen project

8^th November 2007 (Tresham Institute): Tresham zooms ahead of competition

5^th November 2007 (Department for Transport): Renewable Fuels Agency starts up

2^nd November 2007 (Department for Transport): New Ways to Beat Motorway Jams

30^th October 2007 (IMI): Remember car service as well as carol service this Christmas

29^th October 2007 (Global Insight): Global Insight analyses impacts of EU tailpipe C02 reduction legislation

24^th October 2007 (SMMT): Vehicle production – September 2007

4^th October 2007 (SMMT): September registrations increase fuelled by green car growth

3^rd October 2007 (Department for Transport): Revised Highway Code unveiled

28^th September 2007 (Cosworth Ltd): Cosworth Receives AS/EN9100 Certification

21^st September 2007 (Race Tech Magazine): Most Innovative New Motorsport Product 2007 Award

6^th September 2007 (SMMT): Diesel registrations boosted during quiet, but stable August

24^th August 2007 (SMMT): Vehicle Production July 2007

6^th August 2007 (SMMT): Diesel registrations storm ahead in July

30^th July 2007 (EEMS / Jenkins Trucksport): First racing win for Biodiesel - Thruxton 21 July 2007

30^th July 2007 (Experian): Used car sales continue to fall

30^th July 2007 (CAP): 4x4 Volumes lead to reduced demand and faster depreciation.

25^th July 2007 (SMMT): Vehicle Production, June 2007

19^th July 2007 (MIRA): Big 3 car makers select MIRA

18^th July 2007 (experian): Automotive Industry improves poor late payment record

17^th July 2007 (experian): Business Failings Significantly reduced in Automotive Industry

13^th July 2007 (Quay2Media): New tool in the fight against uninsured driving on UK roads

5^th July 2007 (SMMT): New car registration growth sustained in solid June

26^th June 2007 (Vue Entertainment): Lewis Hamilton in first big screen performance

5^th June 2007 (Torotrak): UK transmission specialists help F1 go green

24^th May 2007 (CAP Black Book): White is coming in from the cold, but still hits used values

24^th May 2007 (Department of Trade and Industry): More Efficient, Low Carbon and Secure Energy

4^th May 2007 (SMMT): April new car registrations

23^rd April 2007 (Department of Trade and Industry): UK companies outstrip Europe's

5^th April 2007 (SMMT): March registrations put spring into new car market

29^th March 2007 (Department of Trade and Industry): Boost for manufacturing advisory service

29^th March 2007 (CAP): Strong used car demand brings rising trade values

6^th March 2007 (Retail Motor Industry Federation): Car sales slow in February, March real indicator says RMIF

5^th March 2007 (Auto Industry): Engineering Connections - the clearing house for UK Engineering Apprenticeship

23^rd February 2007 (Department for Transport): Government consults on Green Fuels Obligation

19^th February 2007 (Motorsport Development UK): New board members appointed at Motorsport Development UK

6^th February 2007 (SMMT): January new car registrations boosted

5^th February 2007 (Motorsport Development UK): Widening Participation in Motorsport – Public Consultation

31^st January 2007 (Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs): UK on track to beat Kyoto target

25^th January 2007 (Department of Trade and Industry): National skills academy for manufacturing

22^nd January 2007 (Department for Transport): Tough new penalties for illegal mobile phone use

18^th January 2007 (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs): Carbon offsetting standards backed by UK Government

8^th January 2007 (The National Non-Food Crops Centre): Biofuels collaboration - racing towards a greener future

5^th January 2007 (RMIF): Car dealers can expect challenging 2007, says RMIF

5^th January 2007 (Experian): Big is still beautiful in the used car world, despite running costs

5^th January 2007 (SMMT): UK new car registrations for 2006 meet SMMT forecast

Press Releases 2006

20^th December 2006 (DTI): Greener plastics to help build cars of the future

13^th December 2006 (Automotive Academy): Success of Automotive Academy to be used as blueprint for whole of manufacturing

13^th December 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): Government backs pioneering British aircraft design

15^th November 2006 (GE Capital Solutions): International study reveals major UK road freight industry pressures

9^th November 2006 (DTI): Companies Act 2006 predicted to save UK business £250 million a year

7^th November 2006 (SMMT): October new car registrations reflect fuel efficiency concerns

30^th October 2006 (DTI): UK Research and Development continues to rise, DTI figures show

26^th October 2006 (DTI): Sharper focus for small business policy

23^rd October 2006 (Experian): Nearly new cars follow downward trend of new car sales

11^th October 2006 (DTI): Government Publishes Response to MG Rover Taskforce Report

9^th October 2006 (Motorsport Development UK): Proposals invited for a panel of 100 motorsport companies

4^th October 2006 (London Taxis International): London Taxis to be Produced in China

28^th September 2006 (MSA British Rally Championship): British Rally Drivers Go Green with Tesco 99 Octane

26^th September 2006 (AM magazine): Next generation of industry leaders honoured

21^st September 2006 (Automotive Academy): Nanjing is the first to adopt skills passport

18^th September 2006 (Department for Transport): Children's car seats: new law comes into force

12^th September 2006 (Automotive Academy): The passport to success for ex-MG Rover workers

7^th September 2006 (DTI): Small is Beautiful - Micro and Nano Technology Boost for the West Midlands

6^th September 2006 (Retail Motor Industry Federation): Dealers look to solid September for new car sales

5^th September 2006 (SMMT): New car registrations follow past years' August trends

25^th August 2006 (Retail Motor Industry Federation): Great time to buy a new car

23^rd August 2006 (Retail Motor Industry Federation): RMIF Motorline a hit with consumers

21^st August 2006 (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs): Industry carbon trading plan announced

11^th August 2006 (Paperchase PR): Workplace rules extend to fleet cars

11^th August 2006 (Experian): Kids now have a bigger say in the car buying decision

8^th August 2006 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy Races to Attract New Generation

7^th August 2006 (Association of Car Fleet Operators): Association of Car Fleet Operators Welcomes Carbon Emissions Report

4^th August 2006 (SMMT): UK new car sales down but diesel share continues to rise

1^st August 2006 (Experian): Automotive Industry sees an increase in used car sales but at the cost of profits

27^th July 2006 (Retail Motor Industry Federation): RMIF Welcomes Select Committee Report

24^th July 2006 (Department for Transport): New rules on access to the UK vehicle registers

24^th July 2006 (Motorsport Development UK): Contract Awarded for Pioneering Motorsport Academy

19^th July 2006 (Welsh Assembly Government): Smart decision by Project Kimber – Wales is the preferred location

19^th July 2006 (Department for Transport): Date set for new child restraint and seat belt laws

13^th July 2006 (Shell Global Solutions): 10 Miles On a Teaspoon of Fuel

12^th July 2006 (SMMT): Industry to show green credentials at this year's British International Motor Show

11^th July 2006 (EEMS): Axon Automotive aims for 100+ mpg in Shell Eco-Marathon 2006

11^th July 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): Government publishes Energy Review

5^th July 2006 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy Launches Kaizenracing.co.uk

3^rd July 2006 (DTI): Uk Companies Top European Wealth Creation League

29^th June 2006 (DTI): New fund to support growth in energy-efficient technologies

29^th June 2006 (DfT): Road transport statistics 2005: traffic levels steady, accidents reduced

20^th June 2006 (British Sugar): British Sugar to manufacture next generation bio-fuels in the UK

14^th June 2006 (DTI): UK Manufacturing's £69m Boost

8^th June 2006 (MIRA): MIRA Unveils plans for New EMC Laboratory

25^th May 2006 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy rolls out spoke for London and East of England

24^th May 2006 (Advantage West Midlands): Science City at the Heart of England

18^th May 2006 (Department for Transport): Department for Transport releases latest UK motorcycling statistics

17^th May 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): Trade Secretary Visits Ellesmere Port as GM Announces Loss of Third Shift

10^th May 2006 ( Department of Trade and Industry): Alastair Darling Announces New Ministerial Team at the DTI

4^th May 2006 (CENEX): Top team created for UK's low-carbon technologies centre

1^st May 2006 (Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs): New Rights of Way Regulations Come in to Force

28^th April 2006 (Automotive Academy): London and East of England Academy spoke launched

25^th April 2006 (DCS Automotive): DCS Automotive secures £0.5 million contract in Middle East & replaces mandatory DMS

24^th April 2006 (DTI): Innovation and enterprise receive royal recognition in the 2006 Queen's Awards

18^th April 2006 (PSA): Peugeot to cease car production at Ryton in 2007

18^th April 2006 (DTI): Trade Secretary 'extremely disappointed' by Ryton decision

14^th April 2006 (Department for Transport): 75th Anniversary of the Highway Code

7^th April 2006 (Department for Transport): Vehicle Speeds in Great Britain: 2005

4^th April 2006 (The RAC): Ricardo wins Dewar Trophy for outstanding technical achievement

3^rd April 2006 (RMIF): Citroën UK Receives Accolade For Apprenticeship Training

30^th March 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): UK Takes on Germany in Productivity Rankings

28^th March 2006 (Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs): New Climate Change Programme Sets Out UK Agenda For Action

28^th March 2006 (SMMT): Motor industry drives forward service and repair code

28^th March 2006 (GE Commercial Finance): Diesel fleet sales - time for a rethink?

28^th March 2006 (DTI): Government Offers £80m for Technology Projects

27^th March 2006 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy welcomes Further Education commitment

24^th March 2006 (ReMIT): Remit Strengthens Ford Links

23^rd March 2006 ( Department for Transport): Vehicles Licensed in Great Britain 2005

23^rd March 2006 (Department for Transport): £174 Million M6 Extension Gets Go Ahead

22^nd March 2006 (SMMT): Motor industry responds to Budget

21^st March 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): UK'S World Class Research Status Confirmed

7^th March 2006 (Automotive Academy): The Automotive Academy and Ford roll out high-quality training at UK plants

7^th March 2006 (Department of Trade and Industry): Johnson Welcomes 4,000 Rover staff in jobs but says work goes on

27^th February 2006 (Department for Transport): New Seat Belt and Child Restraints Rules Announced

22^nd February 2006 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy programme exceeds expectations

17^th February 2006 (WHATCAR?): A What Car? investigation into car servicing costs at 200 UK dealers

17^th February 2006 (RMIF): What Car? Survey Misleading, Says RMI Federation

16^th February 2006 (Department for Transport): Consultation On Access To The UK Vehicle Register Launched

11^th January 2006 (Prodrive): Prodrive P2 concept car launched at Autosport International

Press Releases 2005

16^th December 2005 (LDV): LDV: Successful completion of re-financing

2^nd December 2005 (Motor Sports Association): Alan Gow to be the new MSA Chairman

10^th November 2005 (Department for Transport): UK Government acts to Promote Biofuels

10^th November 2005 (Race Tech Magazine): World Motorsport Symposium honours top motorsport engineers

31^st October 2005 (DTI): Employers to Drive New Skills Academies

17^th October 2005 (Institute of the Motor Industry): National recognition for top technicians

14^th October 2005 (Motorsport Development UK): Greenpower Sparks Race for Engineers of the Future

15^th August 2005 (Envirowise): Water Wastage: free help for UK Auto Industry

11^th August 2005 (Energy Saving Trust): New grants to help support low carbon transport

5^th July 2005 (SMMT Industry Forum): Engineers of Tomorrow Encounter the World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot

1^st July 2005 (Motorsport Development UK): Green light for alternative fuel at BTCC

31^st May 2005 (DTI): MG Rover Group - Appointment of Inspectors

19^th May 2005 (BMW): Work starts on £17m BMW Group Academy UK

13^th May 2005 (DEFRA): Reprieve for Off-Road Motorsport Events as DEFRA Changes Single Payment Rules

5^th May 2005 (MSA Press Office): MSA unveils British Rally Elite programme to find 'the next Burns and McRae'

4^th May 2005 (Advantage West Midlands): £20 million lifeline for MG Rover suppliers and dealers

27^th April 2005 (Motor Sports Association): First motor sport events cancelled as campaign grows to overturn new DEFRA regulations

21^st April 2005 (Advantage West Midlands): Rover Task Force Introduces Travel and Retraining Package for Former MG Rover Employees

21^st April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): Administrators Appointed to MG Rover European Subsidiaries

20^th April 2005 (Motor Sports Association): MSA tackles DEFRA threat to UK motor sport

18^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): Administrators Appointed to Phoenix Venture Motors - 3 Sites Closed

15^th April 2005 (DTI): Hewitt announces £150 Million Package of Support for MG Rover Workers and the West Midlands Community

15^th April 2005 (Phoenix Venture Holdings): Phoenix Directors Pledge Financial Assistance

15^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): MG Rover Administrators State 'No Realistic Prospect' of Further Finance

15^th April 2005 (DTI): SAIC Unwilling to Acquire MG Rover or Powertrain

12^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): MG Rover Administrators Respond to PVH Offer

12^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): MG Rover Administrators Clarify Warranty Position

12^th April 2005 (Phoenix Venture Holdings): Phoenix Directors place their assets in trust

12^th April 2005 (PriceWaterhouseCoopers): MG Sport and Racing Limited - in administration

11^th April 2005 (Advantage West Midlands): Task Force Strengthens Support for Workers

11^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): MG Rover administrators secure Government loan

8^th April 2005 (PricewaterhouseCoopers): MG Rover and Powertrain: appointment of joint administrators

8^th April 2005 (Advantage West Midlands): Rover Task Force Established - Terms of Reference

8^th April 2005 (DTI): Substantial support for MG Rover's supply chain

4^th April 2005 (DTI): Hewitt announces £1.9 million for new pressing shop at GM Vauxhall's Ellesmere port plant

24^th March 2005 (DTI): New Foresight project announced today investigating future transport systems

22^nd March 2005 (DTI): Government delivers £112 million boost to UK manufacturing

2^nd March 2005 (DTI): Hewitt Opens Facility as New LDV Maxus Van is Launched

23^rd February 2005 (Automotive Academy): Academy Welcomes New Vocational Award

22^nd February 2005 (Department for Transport ): National Strategy Recognises Motorcycling Contribution

19^th February 2005 (Department for Transport): British Superbikes: Think! Keep Racing For The Track

9^th February 2005 (DTI): End of Life Vehicles Regulations Introduced

1^st February 2005 (DTI): Hewitt announces £5 million for new Nissan model: 1,000 Sunderland jobs secured

26^th January 2005 (Automotive Academy): Automotive Academy updates industry on progress

17^th January 2005 (MIA): David Brabham Confirmed As Official Ambassador For Energy Efficient Motorsport

14^th January 2005 (Nasamax): Team Nasamax Wins Industry Award At Autosport International

14^th January 2005 (MIA): Motorsport's unsung heroes recognised by MIA business excellence awards

13^th January 2005 (A1 Grand Prix): A1 Grand Prix Announces Inaugural Race at Brands Hatch

12^th January 2005 (BMW): 500,000th engine produced at BMW Group’s UK engine plant

7^th January 2005 (MIA): Women in Motorsport - understanding the challenge

Press Releases 2004

10^th December 2004 (MIA): Secure future for British Grand Prix will benefit UK industry

17^th November 2004 (DTI): Jacqui Smith Launches Joint Venture for £200 Billion Materials Industry

7^th November 2004 (DfT): Back Greener, Safer Cars say MPs

28^th October 2004 (Motorsport Development Board): Board Drives Off-Road

26^th October 2004 (DTI): New DTI Body To Drive UK Innovation

22^nd October 2004 (MIA): Conduct British grand prix negotiations in private, urges MIA president in The House of Lords

18^th October 2004 (General Motors): GM Europe announces major restructuring initiative

15^th October 2004 (Foresight Vehicle): Technology Roadmap guides UK motor industry to successful future

15^th October 2004 (MIA): MIA Welcomes British Grand Prix Decision As Vital For UK's Engineering Sector

14^th October 2004 (DfT): Transport Statistics Great Britain 2004 - 30th Edition

8^th October 2004 (MIA): Europe's largest motorsport markets valued for the first time

27^th September 2004 (DTI): Government Program Gives Manufacturers £80 Million

2^nd September 2004 (Government Motorsport Unit): Motorsport Unit sets the standard for training

23^rd August 2004 (Government Motorsport Unit): Government Launches Motorsport Prospectus

17^th August 2004 (Government Motorsport Unit): GMU launches new website

6^th August 2004 (North West Development Agency): Automotive Academy comes to the Northwest

4^th August 2004 (MD-UK): Board Passes Million Mark

2^nd August 2004 (RMIF): Government Report Gives Thumbs Up To Motorcycles

26^th July 2004 (The MIA): Motorsport flies high at Farnborough International 2004

13^th July 2004 (The MIA): Motorsport industry honours Sir Stirling Moss

12^th July 2004 (The MIA): Up and away with the MIA

28^th June 2004 (MD-UK): Motorsport Chairman Gets Green Light

4^th June 2004 (The MIA): Motorsport Development Board Supports Alternative Fuel Racing

26^th May 2004 (MD-UK): Motorsport Leads Efficiency Drive

10^th May 2004 (Automotive Skills): Automotive Skills to pilot new Apprenticeships for 14 -16 year olds

6^th May 2004 (DfT): Vehicles Licensing Statistics: 2003

23^rd April 2004 (MIA): MIA and Government act to Secure Future for Flagship UK Motorsport Business

16^th April 2004 (MIA): Motorsport technology transfer to fly with Government funding

14^th April 2004 (GM): GM Europe announces major restructuring initiative

5^th April 2004 (MD-UK): Board gives go ahead to new motorsport projects

24^th March 2004 (MIA): Energy Efficient Motorsport Project Gathers Momentum

16^th March 2004 (SMMT): Defra delays allow industry breathing space on emissions trading

5^th March 2004 (SMMT): Industry remains concerned over funding for Powershift grants

3^rd March 2004 (SMMT): SMMT welcomes new appointment to head Automotive Academy

1^st March 2004 (DTI): Hewitt Announces New Appointment To Head Automotive Academy

20^th February 2004 (MIA): Employers show united front on working hours

20^th February 2004 (SMMT): Manufacturers committed to ELV Directive

18^th February 2004 (Coventry University): Coventry sweeps the board at World Automotive Design Competition

13^th February 2004 (Skills 4 Auto): Skills4Auto appoint Managing Director

10^th February 2004 (University of Hertfordshire): University of Hertfordshire Leads the Way in Major Automotive Conference

9^th February 2004 (BEN): BEN memorabilia auction at Brooklands

6^th February 2004 (DfT): Road Traffic In Great Britain - Q4 2003

4^th February 2004 (Skills 4 Auto): Skills warning to West Midlands CBI

4^th February 2004 (SMMT): Motor industry welcomes latest End of Life Vehicles consultation

4^th February 2004 (DTI): Consultation On End Of Life Vehicles Directive

26^th January 2004 (MIA): MIA urges all motorsport employers to speak out on working hours

24^th January 2004 (Skills 4 Auto): Training trio for the Midlands

9^th January 2004 (MIA): Managing Director Of Xtrac Elected New Chairman Of MIA

9^th January 2004 (MIA): 'Women In Motorsport' Strategy Takes Shape At Autosport International Forum

9^th January 2004 (MIA): MIA Awards Recognise Motorsport Industry's High Achievers

5^th January 2004 (BEN): MTS Knowledge logs on to Support BEN Through Website Subscriptions

Press Releases 2003

17^th December 2003 (DTI): Government Unveils £150million National Technology Strategy

15^th December 2003 (DfT): CfIT Review Recommendations Accepted In Full

4^th December 2003 (DTI): £3.26m Regional Selective Assistance Package For Nissan

28^th November 2003 (BEN): JobSearch donates £10 per job to BEN.

14^th November 2003 (Richard Burden MP): MG Rover - press statement

14^th November 2003 (Trade & Industry Committee): Future inquiry into the UK auto industry

4^th November 2003 (MIA): Nominations sought for motorsport's most prestigious industry awards

3^rd November 2003 (DTI): New Service To Help UK Universities And Businesses Access EU Research And Development Cash

29^th October 2003 (SMMT): Motor industry's pre-Budget report submission

29^th October 2003 (RAC): Royal Automobile Club Presents Dewar Trophy

28^th October 2003 (MIA): 'Clean Racing' Conference Plots Way Forward For Energy Efficient Automotive Developments

27^th October 2003 (MIA): MIA Makes Direct Appeal To BHCL To Help Safeguard Motorsport Future For UK Circuits Now For Sale

27^th October 2003 (RMIF): Car Dealer Confidence Rises Says RMI Survey

23^rd October 2003 (Skills4Auto): Motor Industry First For The Midlands

23^rd October 2003 (Skills4Auto): Motor Industry specialist heads Skills4Auto

20^th October 2003 (DTI): New study demonstrates why companies cannot ignore research and development

16^th October 2003 (MIA): Cars To Star At Clean Racing Conference

16^th October 2003 (DTI): Drive For A Cleaner, Greener UK

15^th October 2003 (DTI): Winners Of Ultra Low Carbon Car Challenge Announced

9^th October 2003 (DTI): New regulations introduced for disposal of end of life vehicles

8^th October 2003 (Skills4Auto): Take-Off For Automotive Pilots

24^th September 2003 (DfT): Minister announces new route to greener buses and better services

22^nd August 2003 (DfT): Review To Crackdown On Uninsured Driving Headed By Independent Economist

19^th August 2003 (ippr): No quick fix for the manufacturing sector

18^th August 2003 (SMMT): Continued growth for the GB vehicle parc

7^th August 2003 (DTI): DTI Applied Research Programme in Micro and Nanotechnology - call for Expression of Interest

6^th August 2003 (SMMT): Record July edges up market forecast

18^th July 2003 (Ford PAG): Jaguar And Land Rover Announce Production Realignment For Halewood And Solihull Plants

11^th July 2003 (DTI): Government Drives Forward UK Motorsport Cluster

11^th July 2003 (MIA): MIA Applauds Government Cash Support For UK Motorsport Industry

8^th July 2003 (MIA): Industry Recognition For Tom Wheatcroft

4^th July 2003 (SMMT): Commercial vehicle registrations hit record high in June

4^th July 2003 (SMMT): Record June driven by private registrations

2^nd July 2003 (Cospirit Research): Online presence of dealers on the websites of carmakers in the UK:

25^th June 2003 (SMMT): Tod Evans to be President of SMMT

25^th June 2003 (SMMT): Are 4x4s an urban menace?

23^rd June 2003 (DTI): Hewitt Launches new Automotive Academy

11^th June 2003 (Coventry University): Coventry University students design radical new bus for London

29^th May 2003 (DTI): New Website Will Help Small Firms Connect To Better Business

22^nd May 2003 (SMMT): Motor Show Live 26 May to 6 June 2004

15^th May 2003 (DTI): Wilson Challenges Critics Of Green Fuel

15^th May 2003 (DTI): Ministers Welcome Industry Plans To Introduce New "Good Garage" Code

15^th May 2003 (SMMT): SMMT supports new Retail Industry Code

9^th May 2003 (SMMT): Motor industry goes green

29^th April 2003 (DfT): Government Challenges Car Makers To Design A Green Family Car

28^th April 2003 (SMMT): March car production shows first gain of 2003

8^th April 2003 (SMMT): Jaguar and Land Rover set the quality standard for UK automotive manufacturing

3^rd April 2003 (SMMT): New report shows new car emissions continue to fall

2^nd April 2003 (DTI): Manufacturing Advisory Service Delivers £85,000 Reward

31^st March 2003 (DfT): 20th Anniversary Of Seatbelts - 50,000 Lives Saved, But Work Goes On

7^th March 2003 (DTI): Joint Consultation On End-Of-Life Vehicle Regulations

6^th March 2003 (DTI): One Millionth UK-Built Honda Rolls Off Production Line

25^th February 2003 (SMMT): More British-built cars destined for export

17^th January 2003 (DTI): Ministers Launch Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership

Press Releases 2002

31^st December 2002 (DTI): Brian Wilson Urges Motorists To Turn Over A Green Leaf In 2003

28^th November 2002 (Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership): Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership website goes live

15^th November 2002 (DTI): Wilson pledges £1m to give rural motorists cheaper and cleaner fuel

11^th November 2002 (1.TierOne 2. just-auto 3.J.D. Power): Rapid growth forecast for adaptive cruise control

7^th November 2002 (DTI): Fuel forum fights to keep filling stations in rural areas of the UK

28^th October 2002 (DTI): Hewitt Announces Co-Chair of Motorsport Industry Competitiveness Panel

15^th October 2002 (DTI): Hewitt Announces Study into UK Management Skills Gap

20^th September 2002 (Teradyne): Audi wins Automechanika 2002's Innovation Award using latest Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions technology

17^th September 2002 (DTI): Motor Industry Agrees to Work with Government to Raise Standards of Car Servicing

31^st July 2002 (DTI): Government Plans for Greener Motoring

8^th July 2002 (DTI): New strategy to keep UK Motor Sport a world leader

27^th June 2002 (Automotive Consulting Group): 'High performers' widen the gap, says report

21^st June 2002 (SMMT): Motor Industry supports Government on End of Life Vehicle Directive

21^st June 2002 (Hansard): End of Life Vehicles - Government statement

6^th June 2002 (DTI): Car sales reform backed by Hewitt and Brown

6^th June 2002 (SMMT): UK government comments on block exemption - SMMT reaction

24^th May 2002 (Unipart): 250 new jobs as Unipart wins new contract with Land Rover

16^th May 2002 (DTI): Hewitt backs £45m car industry package

10^th May 2002 (DTLR): Vehicle Licensing Statistics: 2001 - TR010

3^rd May 2002 (DTLR): Jamieson gives green light for Natural Gas Vehicles

30^th April 2002 (SMMT): SMMT makes North East connection

25^th April 2002 (DTI): Clutch mechanisms for road vehicles-release from undertakings

22^nd April 2002 (DTLR): Lorry Road User Charging

19^th April 2002 (DTI): Guardian Industries Corp announces £100 Million investment in Yorkshire

18^th April 2002 (DTI): £1 Million investment grooming pilots announced for high-growth small businesses

18^th April 2002 (DTLR): Motorcycle Parking information

15^th April 2002 (DTLR): Vehicle Standards and Engineering Research

12^th April 2002 (DTI): Hewitt launches online support for UK manufacturers

12^th April 2002 (DTLR): Response issued to abandoned vehicles consultation

11^th April 2002 (Frost & Sullivan): The Intelligent Traffic Solution That Could Save Congestion

10^th April 2002 (DTI): Government puts South East Manufacturing in pole position

10^th April 2002 (DTLR): Free advice on fuel efficiency for Haulage Industry

10^th April 2002 (DTLR): Byers and Meacher launch abandoned cars crackdown

10^th April 2002 (DTLR): Parents urged to check childs car seat for every trip

9^th April 2002 (DTLR): Passenger Car (Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions Information) Regulations Guidance

5^th April 2002 (DTLR): Powering Future Vehicles

5^th April 2002 (DTLR): How to Import your Vehicle Permanently into Great Britain

3^rd April 2002 (DTI): Thinking Homes, Talking Cars, Digital Shopping Assistants

3^rd April 2002 (DTI): Small Firms enjoy £70,000 boost to profits

2^nd April 2002 (DTLR): DTLR THINK campaign offers advice on child car seats

2^nd April 2002 (DTI): New measures for threatened directors come into force

31^st March 2002 (DTI): UK firms top European small business league

28^th March 2002 (Autopolis): Car sales in Western Europe to fall by 13% say Autopolis

28^th March 2002 (DTLR): Minister responds to traffic speed survey

28^th March 2002 (DTLR): Road goods vehicles travelling to mainland Europe

28^th March 2002 (SMMT): SMMT urges Chancellor to 'realise the challenges and act'

28^th March 2002 (DTI): DTI issues discussion paper on Used Tyre Disposal

27^th March 2002 (DTLR): New campaign to combat accidents related to driver tiredness

22^nd March 2002 (DTLR): DTLR issues Motor Fuel Regulatory Assessment

22^nd March 2002 (DTLR): Motorcyclists' Visors - Looking Ahead

21^st March 2002 (DTLR): Government plans to help motorists choose greener cars

21^st March 2002 (TransportAction): Accolade for TransportAction

20^th March 2002 (BRMA): New Tyre Industry Forum launched

20^th March 2002 (NW Business Club): UK businesses encouraged to "join the club"

20^th March 2002 (DTI): Science Minister launches new guide to protect UK's Innovative Ideas

20^th March 2002 (DTLR): Final Update report of the Cleaner Vehicles Task Force

20^th March 2002 (DTLR): Drink Drive limit to remain at 80mg

18^th March 2002 (Frost & Sullivan): Does Bosch Have the Wrong Brake-by-Wire Strategy?

15^th March 2002 (DTI): Europe Publishes Plans to Reform Sales of New Cars

14^th March 2002 (DTLR): Jamieson invites bids for road safety projects

13^th March 2002 (DTI): Indicators Show UK Leadership in High-Tech Manufacturing

12^th March 2002 (TransportAction): Last opportunity for 75 per cent grants on LPG conversion

12^th March 2002 (Motorsport Industry Association): Government challenges Motorsport industry to joint multi million development strategy

8^th March 2002 (Datamonitor/Automotive On-line): Changing aftermarket distribution provides opportunities for Kwik-Fit

7^th March 2002 (DTI): Government boost for West Midlands manufacturing

7^th March 2002 (DTI): Government to consult on E-Commerce regulations

6^th March 2002 (DTLR): DTLR campaign promotes rear seatbelts

6^th March 2002 (DTLR): European 'In town, without my car' day 2002

5^th March 2002 (Automotive-Online): Shifting perspectives - is IVT really the future for transmissions?

4^th March 2002 (DTLR): New schemes trialled to reduce roadwork disruption

1^st March 2002 (DTLR): Learning to drive consultation published

28^th February 2002 (TransportAction): TransportAction gives £349,000 to Newcastle City Council to green their fleet

28^th February 2002 (SMMT): SMMT brings manufacturers and components suppliers together

27^th February 2002 (Urban Science): Changes in European Block Exemption Rules Offer Significant Opportunities for Manufacturers

27^th February 2002 (DTI): Hewitt says business will remain at the heart of Government

27^th February 2002 (DTI): Hewiit announces plans to strengthen UK business

25^th February 2002 (CfIT): Road charge plan could significantly reduce congestion at no extra cost to motorists says CfIT

25^th February 2002 (Logica): Logica and the Sytner Group plc earn top CRM implementation status

19^th February 2002 (DTLR): Traffic levels in Great Britain

19^th February 2002 (DTLR): Vehicle Identity Check Scheme

18^th February 2002 (Business Link Gloucestershire): Support for UK Auto Companies at Premier Auto Exhibition in Mexico

18^th February 2002 (Fit for The Future): Publication addition: Industry in Partnership

18^th February 2002 (EEF): Publication addition: Catching up with Uncle Sam

15^th February 2002 (TransportAction): TransportAction receives additional £1m for PowerShift programme

15^th February 2002 (DTLR): Regulations for Motorcycles and Mopeds

14^th February 2002 (DTLR): Road goods vehicles travelling to mainland Europe Quarter 3, 2001

14^th February 2002 (TransportAction): TransportAction welcomes the 1,000th LPG site milestone

13^th February 2002 (DTI): Merger Clearance

12^th February 2002 (DTI): EU Report confirms UK leads the way in representing small businesses

12^th February 2002 (DTLR): Soft Factors Report

12^th February 2002 (DTLR): Keeble urges action to tackle rural speed deaths

11^th February 2002 (DTLR): Tachograph Inspection and Calibration FeesFees

8^th February 2002 (DTLR): Traffic is the biggest single killers of 12-16 year olds

8^th February 2002 (DTLR): Public Local Inquiries into Road Proposals

8^th February 2002 (DTLR): Enforcement of Vehicle Emissions Regulations by Local Authorities

8^th February 2002 (TransportAction): TV programme highlights the need for approved LPG conversions

7^th February 2002 (DTLR): Dangerous Driving and the Law

7^th February 2002 (DTLR): Traffic levels in 2001 one per cent higher than in 2000

7^th February 2002 (DTLR): Dangerous Driving report published

6^th February 2002 (DTI): DTI gives small businesses stronger voice in Government

6^th February 2002 (DTLR): Assessment of Sleep-Related Vehicle Accidents

5^th February 2002 (Autopolis): Commission's proposals make sense says autopolis

5^th February 2002 (DTI): New Metals Centre of Excellence announced

5^th February 2002 (EC): European Commission proposals for reform of car sales rules

1^st February 2002 (European Networking Group): Pan-European Automotive Forum focuses on Block Exemption implications

1^st February 2002 (DTLR): Consumer information on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of passenger cars

31^st January 2002 (Frost & Sullivan ): Traffic Woes: A Thing of the Past?

31^st January 2002 (DTLR): THINK Campaign highlights top 10 road safety tips

30^th January 2002 (DTI): Government launches industry-backed drive for School Ambassadors

25^th January 2002 (DTLR): Road Safety Challenge Fund

25^th January 2002 (DTLR): A Review of the Effectiveness of Personlised Journey Planning Techniques

25^th January 2002 (DTLR): Travel plans for employers

23^rd January 2002 (DTI): Hewitt backs British Manufacturing

22^nd January 2002 (DTLR): Government plans crackdown on vehicle "ringing"

21^st January 2002 (Frost & Sullivan): Analyst Briefing on European Automotive X-by-Wire Technologies

21^st January 2002 (DTLR): Development of a Rural Road Hierarchy for Speed Management

21^st January 2002 (DTLR): Jamieson unveils £200,000 for road safety products

17^th January 2002 (Auto Industry): Publication Addition: Intelligent Transport Systems for Britain's Road Infrastructure

17^th January 2002 (Frost & Sullivan): North American Intelligent Automotive Technologies Market: A Sure Bet

15^th January 2002 (IUKE): New Brochure: Business to business learning opportunities

15^th January 2002 (DTLR): DTLR issue road signs consultation

14^th January 2002 (Frost & Sullivan): Automatic Transmissions in Europe: Can Alternative Technologies stimulate demand?

9^th January 2002 (DTLR): Drivers Hours Consultation

4^th January 2002 (DTLR): Results of Transport Direct survey published

4^th January 2002 (DTLR): Clampdown on illegally operated lorries

Press Releases 2001

28^th December 2001 (DTLR): The Government flies the flag on vehicle number plates

27^th December 2001 (DTLR): £3.5 Million for child road safety projects

21^st December 2001 (Auto Industry Team): Auto Industry message

19^th December 2001 (DTLR): Avoid Bridge Bashing

19^th December 2001 (SMMT): SMMT database confirms drop in CO2 output from new cars

18^th December 2001 (DTLR): Motorcyclists' visor research published

17^th December 2001 (DTLR): Spellar sets out vision for the future of road traffic management

14^th December 2001 (DTLR): New clampdown on illegally operated lorries

13^th December 2001 (European Commission): Research in the EU

13^th December 2001 (DTI): Small firms to benefit from E86 Million investment in Regional Capital Funds

13^th December 2001 (DTLR): Spellar announces £1.5 billion boost to local transport

10^th December 2001 (DTLR): Perceptions of Congestion

10^th December 2001 (SMMT): SMMT welcomes block exemption report

10^th December 2001 (DTI): Keeping the customer happy

7^th December 2001 (DTI): Effective Investment - the foundation for business success

7^th December 2001 (DTI): Small businesses offered makeover to attract big business

7^th December 2001 (DTLR): International Transport Research

6^th December 2001 (DTLR): Focus on Personal Travel: 2001 Edition

6^th December 2001 (DTLR): Attitudes to local transport issues

6^th December 2001 (DTLR): Perceptions of and attitudes to congestion

6^th December 2001 (SMMT): SMMT welcomes report on the economic impact of the End of Life Vehicles (ELV) Directive

5^th December 2001 (DTI): Hewitt announces new £20M to spread manufacturing success

4^th December 2001 (DTLR): This years Drink Drive Campaign

3^rd December 2001 (DTLR): Spellar announces new camera visibility rules

3^rd December 2001 (DTI,DTLR,DEFRA,HM Treasury): Powering Future Vehicles

30^th November 2001 (DTLR): New VED rates for goods vehicles starts on December 1

30^th November 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Major Changes Looming as X-by-Wire Technologies Emerge

29^th November 2001 (DTI): Hewitt announces £1.4 Million Smart money to manufacture Bright ideas

29^th November 2001 (DTLR): Regional Transport Statistics: 2001 Edition

29^th November 2001 (DTLR): Road Safety Research Report: Older Drivers

28^th November 2001 (SMMT): Motor industry gives a cautious welcome to pre-budget statement

28^th November 2001 (LLi Ltd): UK company preparing to take advantage of Auto Expo Opportunities

28^th November 2001 (DTI): Further details on Enterprise Bill announced

28^th November 2001 (DTLR): TEMpro: Integrated Transport Economics and Appraisal

28^th November 2001 (DTLR): Spellar reports on road haulage modernisation fund

27^th November 2001 (PAG): Closer collaboration in Premier Automotive Group

27^th November 2001 (SMMT): SMMT President reveals motor industry results

27^th November 2001 (Trade & Industry Committee): End of Life Vehicles Directive - Report by House of Commons Trade & Industry Committee

26^th November 2001 (DTI): Sainsbury announces £60 Million manufacturing initiative

23^rd November 2001 (SMMT): Motor sector calls for stability in pre-budget statement

23^rd November 2001 (SMMT): Motor industry welcomes UK support for voluntary agreement on Pedestrian Protection

22^nd November 2001 (DTI): Hewitt makes changes to create a more business-like DTI

21^st November 2001 (DTI): Government underlines RDA role in driving regional prosperity

21^st November 2001 (DTLR): Transport Statistics Great Britain 2001 edition

19^th November 2001 (Autopolis): Car sales in Europe teetering say Autopolis

19^th November 2001 (Alcar Ltd): Opportunity for West Midlands Auto Companies to join market visit to Turkey

16^th November 2001 (DTLR): Security of Dangerous Goods - Further Advice

14^th November 2001 (Autopolis): Prospects for North American auto sector - difficult or bleak

13^th November 2001 (AIGT): Automotive Innovation & Growth Team issue interim report

13^th November 2001 (DTI, Cranfield University School of Management): Process Innovation in UK Manufacturing: Best practice makes perfect

13^th November 2001 (DTI): Britain's Total Automotive Package - from concept to sales

13^th November 2001 (DTI): Engineering Opportunities for Students & Graduates 2002

9^th November 2001 (DTLR): Over-the-counter medicines and the potential hazards associated with driver sleepiness

8^th November 2001 (DTLR): Road goods vehicles travelling to mainland Europe - Quarter 2, 2001

5^th November 2001 (John Archer): Investment required to produce revolutionary new engine

1^st November 2001 (Autopolis): Autopolis predicts a decade of stagnation for the auto sector in Asia

1^st November 2001 (DTI / Foresight Vehicle): Foresight Vehicle - Technology Roadmapping

1^st November 2001 (DTLR): European Common Transport Policy Consultation

31^st October 2001 (DTLR): Action to tackle the blight of abandoned cars

31^st October 2001 (HILTech Developments ): Technology Developments: HILTech Developments announces strategic alliance

30^th October 2001 (DTI): Racing car manufacturer maintains high performance thanks to SBS Benchmarking Index

26^th October 2001 (DTLR): Integrated Transport Economics and Appraisal Data Sources

25^th October 2001 (Polk/Automotive Online): UK car population growth is over 3% p.a.

19^th October 2001 (Trade Partners UK): Great Potential for UK automotive companies in India

15^th October 2001 (DTLR): Transport Statistics Great Britain 2001 - 27th edition

15^th October 2001 (DTLR): Responses to DTLR PowerShift Programme Consultation

15^th October 2001 (DTLR): Jamieson welcomes Ford commitment to cleaner, safer and smarter vehicles

15^th October 2001 (DTI): Cheaper Continental Cars cost motorists dear

11^th October 2001 (DTLR): Enforcement of Vehicle Emission Regulations by Local Authorities

11^th October 2001 (Total Package): Another great success for Total Package - this time in South Africa

11^th October 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Automotive Fuel Cells Will Re-invent the Wheel

11^th October 2001 (DTLR): Roads and Traffic Integrated and Local Transport Research

10^th October 2001 (TransportAction ): TransportAction builds on clean fuel success

4^th October 2001 (Gojobsite): ACES recruits online for long-term automotive projects

4^th October 2001 (DTI): Hewitt announces first of UK's top 10 manufacturing centres of excellence

3^rd October 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Global Positioning Satellites Taking Their Toll

2^nd October 2001 (Polk/Automotive Online): Strong first-half 2001 used car market reached 3.76m

1^st October 2001 (DTLR): School run congestion is a major headache, say teachers

1^st October 2001 (DTI): Hewitt calls manufacturing summit

1^st October 2001 (DTI): Hewitt announces details of massive £120 Million Science share out

28^th September 2001 (Autopolis): World auto sector facing substantial decline - Autopolis

27^th September 2001 (DTI): IT INDUSTRY GIANTS JOIN FORCES TO SUPPORT SMEs

27^th September 2001 (DTI): Foresight Vehicle: Fifth Call for Proposals

20^th September 2001 (DTLR): Detailed Analysis of Road Casualties

18^th September 2001 (Total Package): 5 reasons why you need to visit the 'Total Package' stand at Equip' Auto 2001

17^th September 2001 (Fuse PR): Haynes looks to the next 40 years

14^th September 2001 (DTI): R&D Investment is key to economic growth

14^th September 2001 (DTI): DTI presents petitions to wind up Yorkshire Car Dealers

13^th September 2001 (http://www.autopolis.com ): US attack unlikely to change medium term outlook for auto sector

11^th September 2001 (SMMT): Driving the future of car distribution in Europe

11^th September 2001 (ACEA): Current motor vehicle distribution system best consumer option and capable of positive evolution

10^th September 2001 (Autopolis): The end for Treasure Island

7^th September 2001 (DTLR): How to import your vehicle into Great Britain

7^th September 2001 (DTLR): The Single Vehicle Approval (SVA) scheme

6^th September 2001 (DTLR): Public attitudes to transport: Key facts

6^th September 2001 (DTLR): Key Transport Facts

5^th September 2001 (Frost and Sullivan): Product Innovation Holds the Key to Faster Growth for Plastics in Automotive Applications

3^rd September 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Legislation and Regulations will Transform the European Flame Retardant Chemicals Market

31^st August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Commercial Vehicle Components in Europe: A Metamorphosis in Progress?

30^th August 2001 (Gojobsite): Motorola Virtual Recruitment Event 4th August 2001

29^th August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan ): NEW ENTRANTS STRENGTHEN MARKET COMPETITION

28^th August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): DEMAND FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS HELPS DRIVE GLOBAL INVESTMENT IN LAO

22^nd August 2001 (SportscarZone): www.sportscarzone.com - NEW ONLINE SPORTS CAR MAGAZINE

21^st August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): PENETRATION OF DIESEL CARS IN EUROPE DRIVES GROWTH OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES MARKET

20^th August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): European Truck Tire Market: Treading Through Trying Times

17^th August 2001 (DTLR): New powers to target polluting vehicles

13^th August 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): North American Telematics Market poised for tremendous growth

13^th August 2001 (Harvard Public Relations): LIVEDEVICES LAUNCHES COST-EFFECTIVE EMBEDDED INTERNET SOLUTION

13^th August 2001 (DTLR): Life-saving cameras to be made more visible - Spellar

10^th August 2001 (DTI): End of Life Vehicles (ELV) Directive consultation

10^th August 2001 (DTI): X-by-Wire Technologies to Digitalise Cars

9^th August 2001 (DLTR): DTLR publishes new road transport statistics

9^th August 2001 (DLTR): Increase in Goods Vehicles travelling from UK to mainland Europe

8^th August 2001 (Car parts Finder): Selling Car Parts on the Internet, Surely not?

2^nd August 2001 (DTI): The big cat purrs a little latin in the land of the Jaguar

1^st August 2001 (DTLR): MOT fee increase proposals for 2001/02

31^st July 2001 (DTLR): Boost for owners of American cars

31^st July 2001 (Autopolis): Asia's auto sector on the edge (pdf format)

26^th July 2001 (DTLR): Exceeding the speed limit still widespread

25^th July 2001 (SMMT): SMMT report clear evidence of falling new car prices

24^th July 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): China: The Tigers are Crouching. Is There a Hidden Dragon? (Part II)

24^th July 2001 (SMMT): Road safety minister to hear details of life-saving pedestrian protection measures

19^th July 2001 (EEDA): Retraining and Reskilling Opportunties for Vauxhall Workers

18^th July 2001 (IPPR): Hydrogen technology needs developing - IPPR

18^th July 2001 (MIA): Opportunities in Malaysia for UK Companies

18^th July 2001 (Ian Wagstaff): New business journal for the global aftermarket

18^th July 2001 (Auctioneers Botswana): An auction Without Reserve Hyundai Motor Assembly Plant - The Motor Company of Botswana (Pty) Ltd (In Liquidation-MISCA No 3/2000) -

17^th July 2001 (Portfolio Communications): Unipart select Mercator as integration solution for new Logistics System

17^th July 2001 (Portfolio Communications): B2B Integration Problem Facing Retailers in the UK

16^th July 2001 (MIA): Exciting export opportunities for UK companies in Japan

16^th July 2001 (DTLR): Transport Direct: The Vision

16^th July 2001 (DTLR): Transport Direct: The Research Programme

16^th July 2001 (Ian Wagstaff): The Aftermarket Consumer: Do-It-Yourself or Do-It-For-Me

16^th July 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Equipment Suppliers Gazing at the Garage of the Future

11^th July 2001 (DTI): UK Inward Investment continues to rise

10^th July 2001 (SMMT): Essential CO2 enquiry service for fleet managers

9^th July 2001 (Autopolis): EU Advisors publish controversial report on Block Exemption (pdf format)

6^th July 2001 (DTLR): Boost for haulage industry

3^rd July 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): China: The Tigers Are Crouching. Is There A Hidden Dragon? Part I

3^rd July 2001 (DTLR): LINK Future Integrated Transport (FIT): List of Approved Projects

2^nd July 2001 (Automotive Online): Owner survey shows what drives booming scooter market

2^nd July 2001 (DTLR): Jamieson mobilises technology for travellers

28^th June 2001 (DTI): Acquisition by Autologic Holdings plc of the Axial Automotive Distribution unopposed

27^th June 2001 (SMMT): New car prices still falling after two years

25^th June 2001 (SMMT): CO2 exhaust emissions are falling

22^nd June 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): New approaches to robotics

22^nd June 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): High Growth in the Machine Vision Market

22^nd June 2001 (DTLR): DTLR publishes Road Safety Advisory Panel papers

22^nd June 2001 (SMMT): Web shoppers duped by misleading car prices

19^th June 2001 (Total Package): British Companies dominate Mexican Show

18^th June 2001 (HM Treasury): Chancellors Statement on Enterprise

18^th June 2001 (DTLR): Tackling the school run - UK Government is committed to more transport choice

14^th June 2001 (SMMT): Europe's vehicle parts manufacturers to meet in Britain

14^th June 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Europeans Pushing Into the North American Medium and Heavy-Duty Market

14^th June 2001 (DTLR): Drop in road deaths and serious injuries in 2000

14^th June 2001 (DTLR): Fatal and serious injuries down 2% in 2000

13^th June 2001 (DTI): Exploiting Technology to revolutionise your business

13^th June 2001 (DTLR): DTLR issues general safety advice on Airbags

11^th June 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Automotive sector quick to benefit from UV curable powder coatings

7^th June 2001 (RMIF): Pressure Mounts to Make Industry Greener

7^th June 2001 (Autopolis): European car sales forecast to drop by 11% (in pdf format)

6^th June 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): A Revolutionary Vehicle

5^th June 2001 (MIA): Time is running out to book your place at the MIA's first Motorsport Dinner

4^th June 2001 (DETR): DETR makes new funding pledge for Euro NCAP crash tests

31^st May 2001 (Ricardo Inc.): Ricardo awarded patent that will improve fuel economy for larger engines.

24^th May 2001 (SMMT): Who's Milking the Motor Car?

23^rd May 2001 (Western Mail & Echo): Big wheels roll out in support of Welsh Motor Show.

21^st May 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): New Service Set to Keep Automotive and Industrial Paint Manufacturers on Top of Competitor Activity.

19^th May 2001 (SMMT): SMMT to host second e-Business seminar in Coventry

18^th May 2001 (Initiative Software): UK company moves into auto market with award winning software

8^th May 2001 (DETR): Macdonald announces £30m road haulage clean-up

4^th May 2001 (DTI): £250 million in favourable rate loans available for R&D investment

3^rd May 2001 (DETR): "Kyoto" centre boosts UK drive to curb greenhouse gases

2^nd May 2001 (DTI): New inward investment figures - a "ringing endorsement" for UK

27^th April 2001 (DETR): Macdonald signals massive jobs boost for transport

26^th April 2001 (DETR): Results of National Road Maintenance Condition Survey published

26^th April 2001 (DETR): Statement by Lord Whitty on National Road Maintenance Condition Survey

25^th April 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Recognition for supplier to Automotive Telematics Market

25^th April 2001 (SMMT): SMMT critical of Consumer Association web site sale

23^rd April 2001 (Total Package): A 'Hot and Spicy' offer from Mexico

23^rd April 2001 (autorepairer.com): autorepairer.com to expand services

19^th April 2001 (DTI): Byers launches first Government manufacturing website

18^th April 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): The European Automotive Telematics Market Study

17^th April 2001 (DTI): Octagon Motorsports / British Racing Drivers Club merger to be referred to Competition Commission

11^th April 2001 (DETR): Transport of Radioactive Material by road consultation paper

11^th April 2001 (Vauxhall): Luton - the home of European Customer Care

10^th April 2001 (EST): Clean Fuels Market booming according to first PowerShift Market Report

10^th April 2001 (DETR): Advisory Group on Motorcycling is delivering

6^th April 2001 (DTI): Universities to be drivers of growth

3^rd April 2001 (DETR): Transport Direct - What is it?

3^rd April 2001 (DETR): Transport Direct - How will it be developed?

3^rd April 2001 (DETR): Transport Direct - The concept?

29^th March 2001 (DETR): Whitty launches consultation on clean fuels

29^th March 2001 (DETR): Transport Trends: 2001 Edition

28^th March 2001 (DETR): DETR Publishes 1999 UK Air Emission Estimates

28^th March 2001 (DETR): Prescott delivers strategy for modern and sustainable transport system

27^th March 2001 (DTI): UK takes lead on responsible investment

26^th March 2001 (Total Package): Business Opportunities in Czech Republic and Slovakia

22^nd March 2001 (DTI): Foresight Vehicle goes to Mexico

22^nd March 2001 (DETR): DETR guidelines for company reporting on greenhouse gas issues

22^nd March 2001 (SMMT): SMMT welcomes new motor industry / DTI partnership

22^nd March 2001 (DTI): Byers announces appointment of Sir Ian Gibson to head new partnership for the car industry.

21^st March 2001 (DETR): Whitty welcomes hydrogen buses to London

20^th March 2001 (DETR): Deputy Prime Minister launches Carbon Trust

16^th March 2001 (DTI): Byers announces major cash boost for West Midlands

14^th March 2001 (SMMT/DTI): UK Government / SMMT issue joint motor industry statement

13^th March 2001 (DETR): Climate Change Levy and Climate Change Agreements (updated)

9^th March 2001 (DETR): Delivering on the Green Fuels Challenge

9^th March 2001 (DETR): £15 million fuel economy training for lorry drivers

7^th March 2001 (SMMT): Motor industry's reaction to Budget 2001

6^th March 2001 (10 Downing Street): Prime Minister's speech on the environment

6^th March 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Enhanced Comfort and Performance Requirements Drive Demand

1^st March 2001 (Total Package): Caborn appoints auto-expert to boost Mexico-UK Automotive Trade

1^st March 2001 (Total Package): India Ripe for Collaboration with UK Companies

20^th February 2001 (DETR): Lord Macdonald hears road haulage forum proposals

19^th February 2001 (DTI): Ian Wagstaff working with DTI on Total Package

19^th February 2001 (EU): Still no clear trend towards a substantial reduction of price differentials

19^th February 2001 (SMMT): Falling UK car prices offset by tax differences

19^th February 2001 (DETR): World climate change report confirms need for urgent action

14^th February 2001 (DETR): Motor Industry signs up to Climate Change Agreement

14^th February 2001 (EST): Powershift to extend grant funding for Toyota Prius petrol/electric hybrid car

13^th February 2001 (SMMT): Consumers vote to keep the motor industry block exemption

12^th February 2001 (DTI): DTI publishes updated international benchmarking study of the UK economy

12^th February 2001 (DETR): Ford Chairman to head Carbon Trust

9^th February 2001 (DETR): Government responds to Road Haulage Industry Report

8^th February 2001 (SMMT): SMMT welcomes call for government to promote motor manufacturing in the UK

8^th February 2001 (DETR): Traffic levels unchanged between 1999 and 2000

8^th February 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Telematics: The Way of the Future? By Inge Matthey

6^th February 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): Diesels to Penetrate Small Cars, Says Frost & Sullivan

5^th February 2001 (Vauxhall): Vauxhall Announces Ellesmere Port as 'Flex' Plant

2^nd February 2001 (Frost & Sullivan): CMOS Technology to Result in New Vehicle Safety Applications

29^th January 2001 (DETR): Tyre Safety: Information and Legal Requirements

29^th January 2001 (DETR): Tyre Safety: Information and Legal Requirements

29^th January 2001 (DETR): Tyre Safety: Information and Legal Requirements

29^th January 2001 (DETR): Tyre Safety: Information and Legal Requirements

29^th January 2001 (DETR): Amendments to the single vehicle approval scheme - motor vehicle (approval) regulations 2001

25^th January 2001 (DTI): Micra Announcement is great news for Sunderland - Byers.

23^rd January 2001 (EST): Powershift Celebrates Record Year For Clean Fuels

19^th January 2001 (DTI): UK - A launchpad for Japanese companies into Europe

18^th January 2001 (DETR): Revolution in traffic information on the way says Lord Whitty

17^th January 2001 (DETR): Automakers View the Internet with Complacency

12^th January 2001 (EST): London Fleet Operators Save Money and Help the Environment

10^th January 2001 (DETR): DETR publishes summary of European Union websites

9^th January 2001 (DETR): Review of Work on Whole-Life Environmental Impacts of Vehicles

4^th January 2001 (DTI): Science, Engineering and Technology Indicators

Press Releases 2000

31^st December 2000 (Total Package): Total Package Initiative Announces Significant Appointment

21^st December 2000 (DTI): Inward Investment hits record £300 billion

21^st December 2000 (DETR): Boost for consumer choice and car safety

19^th December 2000 (DETR): London's black cabs go green

18^th December 2000 (DETR): Industry invited to take part in the Green Fuel Challenge

14^th December 2000 (DETR): Green Fuels Challenge - consultation starts

13^th December 2000 (EST): TransportAction CleanUp campaign hits pollution for six at The Oval

12^th December 2000 (General Motors): GM Europe Initiates Major Restructuring Plan

12^th December 2000 (DTI): Government pledges action to help Vauxhall workers and the local community in Luton

9^th December 2000 (DETR): External Vehicle Speed Control (EVSC) Project

6^th December 2000 (Nortel/Egery): Nortel Developing In-car Wireless Internet Multimedia Applications

4^th December 2000 (DTI): DTI to double its spending on the Teaching Company Scheme

1^st December 2000 (DETR): UK Government's response to the final report of the Cleaner Vehicles Task Force

29^th November 2000 (Gordon Bruce Associates): Simon Psaila Appointed Director, Ford Customer Service Division

28^th November 2000 (SMMT): SMMT President highlights importance of industry

28^th November 2000 (DTI): Trade Minister pledges government support for UK Motor Manufacturing Industry

20^th November 2000 (EST): Powershift welcomes Government £69m boost for Clean Vehicle Programmes

20^th November 2000 (DETR): Boost for cleaner, more efficient vehicles

19^th November 2000 (DTI): Liddell calls on world oil leaders to lower prices

15^th November 2000 (EU): Could block exemption be about to end

14^th November 2000 (DTI): Minister welcomes Visteon U.K. expansion

13^th November 2000 (Visteon): Visteon Corporation Secures Development Site for U.K. Office Expansion

8^th November 2000 (EST): Pre-Budget Statement. Energy Saving Trust Response

8^th November 2000 (DETR): A Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme for the United Kingdom

7^th November 2000 (HMT): Using the tax system to encourage cleaner fuels: the experience with Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel

7^th November 2000 (EST): Fleet operators go to Aintree to beat the fuel crisis

3^rd November 2000 (EST): Fuel Duty Crisis? What Crisis?

1^st November 2000 (DETR): EU report confirms Prescott's global warming wake-up call

30^th October 2000 (Total Package): Exciting business opportunities in Mexico for UK companies

27^th October 2000 (DETR): Disappointing maintenance standards for cars and light goods vehicles revealed

24^th October 2000 (EST): Powershift to support market launch of Toyota Prius petrol/hybrid car

20^th October 2000 (DETR): Greener cars for a greener environment

19^th October 2000 (EST): Powershift calls for cleaner heavy duty vehicles

18^th October 2000 (DETR): Whitty examines new car tax system at motor show

12^th October 2000 (DETR): Transport Statistics Great Britain 2000 published today

5^th October 2000 (DTI): DTI launches Sustainable Development Strategy

5^th October 2000 (DTI): The Green Industrial Revolution

3^rd October 2000 (DTI): Latest UK Advance Energy Statistics

19^th September 2000 (DTI): Fuel Protests will not lead to changes in Employment Law - Byers

16^th September 2000 (DTI): Fuel Supply Deliveries To Widen

15^th September 2000 (DTI): Government Adds Taxis to List of Essential Services

12^th September 2000 (DTI): The Motor Fuel (Designated Filing Stations and Fuel Depots) Order 2000

9^th August 2000 (DTI): Byers statement on OFT report on car servicing

1^st August 2000 (DTI): Byers Acts To Reduce Car Prices

20^th July 2000 (DETR): £180bn Ten Year Investment Plan To Deliver Top Class Transport System

20^th July 2000 (SMMT): Motor industry welcomes extra transport funding in 10-year plan

12^th June 2000 (DTI): Byers Announces Further Measure To Increase Competition In The New Cars Market

24^th May 2000 (SMMT): New Euro Scrap Car Rules Threaten UK Manufacturing

12^th May 2000 (SMMT): SMMT Statement - Draft Order for New Car Market

12^th May 2000 (DTI): UK Government's Ten Point Plan for Dagenham

9^th May 2000 (DTI): DTI Welcomes the Phoenix Consortium Takeover of Rover Cars

3^rd May 2000 (GM): Vauxhall Announces £189 Million Investment

26^th April 2000 (DTI): Byers Receives Rover Task Force Report

14^th April 2000 (DTI): Byers Announces Major Package of Help for Rover Supply Companies

10^th April 2000 (Honda): Honda to Produce 4WD at Swindon

23^rd March 2000 (Honda): Honda's Second European Car Plant Takes Shape

17^th March 2000 (DTI): Longbridge Taskforce