Vauxhall has recalled a number of vehicles after concerns of sudden hand brake failure.
The Vehicle affected is the Vauxhall Corsa with registrations plates with a 59 or 10 identifier. The fault lies with the fitting of the handbrake cable. The cables supporting bracket could move under the body of the vehicle and as a result there could be a sudden loss of hand brake function. In a statement, Vauxhall said:
“There is a possibility that the handbrake cable end fitting could move within the supporting bracket welded to the under body of the vehicle. If this fault occurs, it might lead to a sudden loss of handbrake function at any time.”
This is the latest in a few recalls Vauxhall have issued. The Corsa was recalled in 1998 because of a possibility of fire risk, in 2008 for a loss of breaking function and for the possibility of a steering failure in 2007.
In addition, The Driving standards has issued a statement saying they will not be using the Corsa as a test car until the problem is rectified.
The Insignia has been with for nearly a year and a half now and it has been flying (not literally) out of the show room. In the period since its release, more than 55,000 units have been sold. The car appeals to fleet car customers who like the all wheel drive models and a plethora of new technologies. The retail market has also been interested in the car. According to Vauxhalls own figures, private sales now account for 35% of the share, which is a significant improvement on the previous model; the Vectra.
Award winning: The insignia has won over forty awards
The car itself has been winning award left, right and centre. These include the prestigious European Car of the Year 2009 and over 40 others. else where in Europe the car is doing well in the market. In ten other countries the car has managed to be either the best of second best or second best selling car in the mid-engine sector.
The 4×4 system has also been more readily available: There will be a new diesel version. previously the system was only an option for the 2.0 and 2.0-litre petrol engines. The new 2.0-litre option will roll out into the showrooms in September this year.
The cabins have proved to quieter still in the diesel version as the Vauxhall engineers has played with the engine to decrease noise and vibration.
The engines aren’t the economical though: With Co2 emissions of 129 – 268 g/km, you won’t be saving much on your fuel bill. It will cost you about £9 – £22 to go 100miles.
The Vauxhall does have loads of space, with a boot big enough to fit your dog and some shopping in. The rear seats also fold down for additional boot space. On the subject of the rear seats, two adults will be very comfortable in the rear. The centre seat would be good for a small child and the handy armrest which folds down from the centre, makes it easy for the other adults to rest their elbows.
Prices from new start from around £17,000 and go up to £30,000 and you can lease one for around £230 a month.
Vauxhall today revealed that they have been honoured with the Driver Safety Award after being shortlisted for three awards at the recent Brake Awards Ceremony.
Simon Monk, Company Vehicle Operations Manager said:
“I am absolutely delighted, this really validates the work we have collectively done over the last 5 years to improve our employees’ driver safety.”
The award comes after repeated work by the company to improve brakes after they were forced to recall over 250,000 vehicles in the Vectra range due to braking being released involuntarily.
Julie Townsend, Deputy Chief Executive at Brakes said:
“The Fleet Safety Forum Awards for Excellence 2010 was a great success with record breaking level of entries and attendance.”
The awards which are held to recognise the rapid development of road risk management raised over £2,000 for the road traffic charity Brake who help people suffering from the effects of road traffic accidents.
When collecting the award Vauxhall representatives paid special thanks to Bill Parfitt Chairman and CEO of Vauxhall motors saying that his “relentless commitment to safe driving practices has been a constant inspiration for all employees.
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Vauxhall have revealed that the 2010 Corsa will be the first to have Start/Stop technology installed.
The development allows driver to increase fuel economy to around 70.6mpg almost seven percent up on previous models.
Start/Stop works by shutting of the engine when the car is stationary at traffic lights or crossings, rather than the current method of leaving the engine idle. When the traffic lights turn green or traffic starts moving all the driver has to do is press the clutch and the car will restart, they then engage into first and it’s off.
Obviously all the cars systems such as steering control, braking etc are maintained whilst the engine is shut off. Vauxhall believe that urban drivers will reap the most benefits from the system as this is where this sort of traffic is rife. Start/Stop can also be easily turned off if on a long journey for example, all the driver needs to do is press a designated on/off button on the dashboard.
Vauxhall Corsa SRI has brand new look and it is very much usable. It not only looks faster but it is really quick with great angular styling and aggressiveness. Under the bonnet you will find 14BHP. As this car is very much aggressive so it is quite rough in ride and you need to be precautious in getting good Bonnet for it. When I got my Vauxhall Corsa SRI Bonnet damaged, I had to look in different ways to get it in the same manner and I just started to find out my own Vauxhall’s part. I had to look out for a bonnet as comfortable and secure because the body of Vauxhall Corsa SRI’s body rocks and roll and I have to manage it and handle it very differently. This comes under a faster car and hence it needs good treatment with all its parts.
You can yourself fix the Bonnet of Vauxhall Corsa SRI and you need following steps to follow. There is a little white lever puller on driver’s seat in foot. You need to pull it out so that bonnet is pooped out and you will see there would be a little catch lift in bonnet and then it can be easily opened. Vauxhall Corsa SRI Bonnet is located in front of the car and if you want to open your Vauxhall Corsa SRI Bonnet as the catch is snapped from the holder then just pull the catch towards you with little force and soon you will hear the pop voice of bonnet. You must have some gaffe tape so that it is secure otherwise it might be dangerous to drive.
You can get the bonnet for your own Vauxhall Corsa SRI in many of the websites that are available with you. If there are little scratches on your vehicle bonnet then you can even paint them. This kind of painting Vauxhall’s vehicle requires great hard work and clean work. For this you need to remove the bonnet of the vehicle and place it in a safe and level place. If you see any chromes and emblems, you must remove any of them. Then just start sanding it with 320 grit sanding block. Sand it properly and make some of the areas as shining. Get a Scotch bite and wet it. Rub this down your bonnet and all the parts of it. Further, rinse your bonnet thoroughly and then let it dry with soft cotton. If you see any ears of left coat of paint, just remove it. Further, spray very light coat of primer on the bonnet. Further let it dry and wipe it gently with steel wool. Give it second coat, again wipe it, then finally move on with third coat, and let it dry.
This would be a bonnet colour that you would surely love. So maintain your Vauxhall Corsa SRI Bonnet in best of the mean as you can. Its handling is tough but if you care then it is easy.
Britain’s first ever sports car the ’Prince Henry’ or C10 to give it its official title will celebrate its 100th birthday this weekend with a celebration at the legendary Shelsey Walsh hill climb track in the Midlands.
The event will include numerous pre-War vehicles but it will be the five of eight surviving Prince Henry’s present that will be the centre of attention. The car, which was the brainchild of Vauxhall Engineer Laurence Pomeroy took its name after coming first in the legendary ‘Prince Henry Trial’. A tough 1250 mile event held in Germany back in 1910 and when production was stopped in 1915 the car became stuff of legends.
Allan Winn. Director of Brooklands Museum which will make a formal presentation to Vauxhall at the event commented:
“The Prince Henry remains Britain’s first proper sports car, with its low, rakish lines and powerful engine it was the car of choice for amateur racers pre-WW1. It was also one of the fastest cars in its day: even early models could hit 70mph.”
Of the ‘Prince Henry’s’ that will be at the event one has been in the owners family since new and the other for over 60 years. Mr Winn added:
“This weekend will be a unique opportunity to see these wonderful cars together in one location.”
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Amidst a boost in car sales, Vauxhalls Astra proves biggest-seller.
The number of new cars sales has increase over the last 12 months with Vauxhall coming top.
The souse produced Astra came in right at the top of new car sales figures with over 10,000 units sold. Vauxhall also had two other entries in the the top ten: In a close second came the Corsa and lavishing in a respectable eighth place came Vauxhalls Insignia.
Across the industry: Is this a sign the economy is improving?
Over all, in June the UK new cars sales rose by 10.8% on the previous month to 195,226.
Even with then ending of the scrappage scheme in march, sales continue to rise. The industry managed to sell a fifth more cars in the last 12 months that in the 12 months previous.
An indication of improved business confidence.
There has been a report of increased fleet sales. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers, fleet sales are up by one quarter. In commenting they said “this could indicate improved business confidence.”
Carbon Emissions and running costs are of the biggest concerns for car owners at the moment, but did you know they can both go hand in hand? Vauxhall have found a way with the new updates to their European Car of the Year range, The Insignia.
This means Vauxhall owners now have carbon emissions which are as little as 129g/km and with the average car doing close to 150g/km this is no bad thing for the environment. Also helped due to this are the wallets of Vauxhall owners who with the new Insignia model no longer have to pay Road Tax for the first year as it falls under the 130g/km tariff.
Other additions to the award winning range include reducing piston noise within all engine speeds and a newly developed noise insulation system which gives the range one of the smoothest rides around.
Despite all these changes prices have been frozen across the range so you won’t pay any more for a money and environment saving model.
Gaskets are mechanical seals that fill the space between two mating surfaces. There general purpose is to prevent leakage from or into the objects while under compression.
Gaskets are found in a few places in cars, however the main Gasket would be the Head Gasket. A blown head gasket can be expensive to replace on some vehicles. Symptoms of a blown Head Gaskets can include:
Bubbles of air coming up into your radiator.
Leaking radiator
Milkshake covered oil
Overheating
Rough running
coolant or oil running from the head
Spark plugs that have a green tint (if using green coolant)
White coloured or sweet smelling exhaust.
It obviously varies from model to model and manufacturer to manufacturer, so these symptoms are for guidance only.
The Vauxhall Omega was produced between 1986 and 2003. It is an executive car and its competitors are the like of Fords Scorpio and the Rover 800. The Omega won European car of the year in 1987.
The Omega in many countries was used as a police car and for other security functions such as the transport of politicians. It has also been widely used and modified into hearses and limousines.
Engine sizes ranged from a basic 1.8 to a Irmscher 4.0 straight 6 producing around 270hp. There were a range of diesels available too.
From 2009: This Omega is being broken down for parts.
The Omega has been under many names and guises throughout the world. In the UK the Omega upon its release was called the Carlton. Lotus also released a 3.6ltr Carlton in the UK. In Brazil the car was sold as the Chevrolet Omega. In Australia the car was rebadged as the Holden Commodore and given a meaty V8 engine.
The Omega did have a few problems. A common fault would be Cam belt failure. This led to a revision of the service interval as cam belt failure can lead to serious engine damage. In addition, another problem was Valve cover gasket failure due to a build of oil.
business | lloyd July 30, 2010 | 
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