Boy racers have had...
Boy racers have had their day - in Ireland at least! A new move by the Government there means that from next month, modified cars will be refused roadworthiness certificates - making it illegal for them to be driven on public roads. Transport minister Ivor Callely said: "We"re putting provisions in place to eliminate tinted glass, double exhausts and so on." The move is part of a wider crackdown on road safety.
The new Fiat supermini...
The new Fiat supermini is due in 2009, and will slot between the existing Panda and Grande Punto in the line-up. It will be available in both three or five-door bodystyles, powered by a choice of familiar Multijet petrol and diesel units.
The model is designed as a successor to the Palio - Fiat"s world car project - and will be sold in markets as diverse as Brazil, China, India and Russia. It will cost around ÷£3,500, but there are no plans as yet for the UK.