Insight is 'car of the future'

The new Honda Insight coupe will represent the car of the future when it joins 55 veteran cars as a special guest entry on an historic run around Britain which starts tomorrow. The 1,000 Mile Trial 2000 is organised by the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain.

Battery included

Ford is developing a prototype electric Ka small car powered by a new generation of hi-tech lithium ion batteries. Ford says it is the first car maker to produce an electric vehicle using this type of battery. It says the e-Ka will have the performance of a petrol engine, zero emissions and a range of 95 miles.

Euro advice

The Guild of Experienced Motorists has launched a free information booklet for UK motorists travelling in Europe. It special items needed for European travel, along with safety advice, accident breakdown procedures and general driving techniques. It is available by calling 01342 825676.

Clear view

NEW technology developed in Japan is offering British drivers a clearer view in their wing mirrors. Toto Ultra Clear works by attracting raindrops on to the mirror, rather than repelling them, forming a thin even layer of water. It comes as a thin film of polymer which becomes effective after two to three days of exposure to sunlight. Costing 5.99 it is available from Halfords.