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20.11.2001 - October production up
Car production in October rose by 9.2 per cent in contrast to the
year-to-date, which shows that production has dipped 11.1 per cent to
1,238,904 units.
Production for the home market rose in October by 32 per cent to 51,081
units, while output for export remained steady at 92,538 units.
Commenting on car production in October, SMMT chief executive Christopher
Macgowan said, " These latest figures paint an optimistic picture. While
production for export remained steady, output for the home market grew by
nearly 10 per cent last month. This is only to be expected in the face of
economic uncertainty abroad, while UK demand for new cars remains strong.
Consumer confidence is high and demand reflects both the desirability and
diversity of new models coming off British production lines."
20.11.2001 - Peugeot introduce 206 1CP
Peugeot have introduced the stylish new 206 1CP in time for Christmas.
The sleek lines, silver grey bodywork and realistic instrument panel of
the 1CP (one- child power) should make it popular in the local park, while
its child-power assisted steering makes negotiating gardens a breeze. And,
while sturdily built, it's light enough not to strain Santa's back when he
carries it down the chimney on Christmas Eve.
This pint-sized charmer provides masses of top-down driving fun for just
?4. Pedal versions of the 306 Cabriolet are also available and, for those
little ones who've been very, very good, there's even an electric 306
Cabriolet, priced at ?86. And if a cuddly co-driver is required, Peugeot
dealers can provide one, in the form of a Peugeot lion, available in a
range of sizes from Beanie to big!
20.11.2001 - Nissan to supply Saracens
Nissan is to provide 16 Primera 1.8 S five-door hatchbacks to the
management team at Saracens Rugby Club.
Tom Hill, commercial director of Saracens said: "As part of the 'Saracens'
Rugby in the Community Programme', our development officers travel
thousands of miles every year visiting schools and promoting rugby in the
community. We therefore need a vehicle which not only provides safety and
reliability but also good fuel efficiency. The Nissan Primera S meets
these demands with excellent standards of equipment, too."
The Primera S specification includes ABS, Brake Assist and EBD (Electronic
Brakeforce Distribution), remote control central locking with Superlocking
and anti-hijack function, climate control air conditioning and
personalised audio system with speed dependent volume control all as
standard.
19.11.2001 - Motor Show tickets now available on line
Tickets for the British International Motor Show 2002 are now on sale at
the new website www.motorshow.co.uk.
Advance prices for what is billed as the UK's biggest consumer exhibition
start at ?2 for adults and ? for children. For the exclusive preview day
on 24 October, tickets are ?5. But these savings are only available to
visitors who book in advance. Tickets on the door will cost ?5 for adults
and ?.50 for children, with ?0 for preview day.
The British International Motor Show 2002 takes place from 23 October to 3
November at Birmingham's NEC with public access from 24 October. The
racing theme continues in 2002 with the ever-popular Motor Sport days on
Friday 1 November and Saturday 2 November. Formula One, rally and touring
cars will be in pole-position with their drivers to deliver the most
glamorous displays in the world of racing. Doors open from 9.30am to 7pm
on all public days, closing at 5pm on the final day.
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