Paul Quéveau...
Paul Quéveau, boss of retractable metal roof firm Heuliez, said: "In 2006, soft-tops and hard-tops split the worldwide convertible market 50-50. However, in the next five to 10 years, 20 per cent will be soft-tops and 80 per cent hard-tops." BMW is the latest maker to switch, opting for a metal roof over a fabric hood on its 3-Series cabrio.
After a season of thrills...
After a season of thrills, spills and the occasional near-punch-up between warring drivers, the premier race series in the UK will roar into Donington Park for the final three rounds on Sunday 26 September.
As official media partner of the BTCC, Auto Express is offering readers a very special deal which means you can buy a ticket - and take a friend for free! We"ve joined up with Halfords and Team Dynamics - whose star man Matt Neal is always in the thick of the action in his Honda Civic - to bring you this fantastic 2-for-1 offer.
And claiming your extra ticket couldn"t be easier - just cut out the special 2-for-1 voucher printed on the right, and hand it in at the gate at Donington Park. That"s all there is to it for a fantastic value day out. Enjoy the racing! BTCC competition