It’s well known that Ford’s EcoBoost technology has really helped petrol engines come on leaps and bounds when it comes to fuel efficiency. Smaller engines are generally more efficient anyway, but mate them to high compression rates and a low burn combustion cycle and you have wallet friendly cars. Is it possible to make this […]
Three Cylinder Power Comes To Audi A1
To further tempt customers away from diesel power, Audi has unveiled a new 3 cylinder engine for the A1 supermini. The first petrol unit with this configuration ever to be installed in an Audi model, the latest A1 variant promises to bring 67mpg-plus economy, peppy performance and the premium hallmarks that distinguish every Audi within even […]
Nissan Adds N-Tec To Qashqai Range
The Nissan Qashqai 2014 is an absolutely brilliant all-rounder. The range has now been bolstered further with the introduction of the n-tec trim level. Standard specification including 18-inch alloys, Around View Monitor, automatic folding mirrors and is positioned between existing Acenta and Tekna models. The price starts from £21,700 on the road. A new efficient […]
Petrol Cars More Likely To Fail MOT Due To Emissions?
Redex, the UK’s number one fuel additive provider, has conducted some research into the causes of MOT failure. Apparently, petrol cars are much more likely to fail on emissions. More than double the number failed a test as compared to diesel engines. Bruce Ellis, research and development manager at Redex, said: “There are a number […]