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Motoring groups voice concerns over government's lack of action on fuel prices as costs escalate.

Driver assistance technologies aim to make the vehicle capable of perceiving its surroundings, interpret them, identify critical situations, and assist the driver in performing driving manoeuvres. The object is, at best, to prevent accidents completely and, at worst, to minimise the consequences of an accident for those concerned. Matthew Beecham talked with executives of TRW about their driver assistance technologies and how the global market is shaping-up.

We take a look at the rising price of fuel, what it means for you and what you can do to cut your fuel bills.

Denmark has been authorised by the European Commission (EC) to fund around EUR2m (US$2.8m) for a pilot programme to incentivise electric car purchase.

Renault paid 250,000 euros ($347,200) for information that sparked a probe into suspected industrial espionage, its lawyer said.

Renault paid 250,000 euros ($347,200) for information that sparked a probe into suspected industrial espionage, its lawyer said.

The yellow sac spider that likes to make a home in certain Mazda 6 cars in the US also likes to nest in Honda Accords, a newspaper said.

While the clamour grows around the endless - and supposed - Renault spying affair - even French industry minister Eric Besson has highlighted metaphorically whether the automaker's chief operating officer Patrick Pelata could "offer" his head.

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has celebrated the start of construction of its new parts centre in Illescas, Spain.

Four rings apparently conquers a Continental.

Vauxhall confirms soft-top four-seater on its way. But what should it be called, Manta or Calibra?

Here's a brief run-down of reports available in our research store that caught our eye over the past week or so...

Car sales in India hit a new record high in February according to industry data.

After a prolonged period of rapid growth underpinned by a booming economy and government incentives for car purchase, China's car market appeared to slow sharply in February.

FT-86 wowed crowds with its scoop-like grille – and hybrid could follow.

Big cat says Italian's three-door stunner is "not part of our plans"

Russia's car market continued its recovery off a low base in February helped by a scrappage programme and an economy that is benefiting from higher oil prices.

BMW bosses reveal discussions on electric 5-Series are underway.

Battery Phantom gets wireless charging, still blends power, luxury.

Battered by recalls and public inquisitions, Toyota is hoping to restore its once-pristine image with new hybrid products and a renewed focus on Lexus.