The French firm formally...
The French firm formally declared hostilities when it issued a hugely provocative statement alleging that a petrol-electric hybrid power unit such as that in the Toyota Prius is "much more costly and no greener" than a diesel engine in a Renault Mégane. What"s more, it claims its car costs up to ÷£5,050 less than the Japanese offering.
Vauxhall"s dramatic...
Vauxhall"s dramatic commercial for the Astra TwinTop features the new coupé-cabrio surfing through huge waves, before driving on to a sandy beach in front of stunned sunbathers.
But how was it made? With a lot of computer trickery. Filmed in South Africa, the waves and surfers are all real, with the car added digitally by the team behind the last Harry Potter film. The advert will be screened throughout the summer.