Car Market
Michelin launches competition for young drivers on Facebook
Taking an original approach to road safety, the Michelin Group has organised a competition for young drivers on Facebook.
Pug1off brings classic Peugeot 205 GTI into the 21st century
Produced from 1984 to 1993, the Peugeot 205 GTI is rightly regarded as the definitive hot hatch from its era.
Join in the Jubilee celebrations in true 50’s style at Beaulieu
In celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is staging a fantastic 50’s themed family event from 2nd – 5th June.
First showing for Renault Zoe at EV and Low CO2 Fleet Show
Renault’s all-electric Zoe supermini makes its first public appearance in the UK tomorrow when it takes a bow at the EV & Low CO2 Fleet Show at the world-famous Silverstone racing circuit in Northamptonshire, one of series of ‘firsts’ for the event, which is free to attend for all fleet managers.
Fun for all the family at National Austin 7 Rally
The Austin Seven motor car celebrates its 90th birthday this year and the event is being marked by a major event organized by the 750 Motor Club at Beaulieu, Hampshire.
Historics to offer unprecedented project with added intrigue
A unique restoration project with a history file that reads like a who’s who of motoring craftsmanship, is due for auction by Historics at the Brooklands Museum on Saturday 26th May.
Renault Twizy hits UK showrooms
Renault’s stunning new electric two-seater, Twizy, is sending shockwaves through the UK after its arrival at the brand’s 22-strong network of Z.E. Expert dealerships.
Historics delightful Delage
A multi-award winning recreation of a Gallic racer, that pays appreciation to the role of modern coach-building within classic car ownership, is due for auction at Historics’ forthcoming sale on Saturday 26th May, at the Brooklands Museum.
Driving with one hand on the wheel - A fatal distraction?
A new academic report reveals that motorists who drive whilst eating at the wheel see their reaction times doubled.
T2D set to perform ‘greatest live build yet’ at Bug Jam 2012
T2D, the Cambridge based VW scene legend, has announced that it will be performing one of its famous live project car builds at the Bug Jam 26 event in July.
Prius Plug-in: Less charge for your power
Prius Plug-in, which reaches showrooms in July, offers all the familiar virtues of Prius, and then some. Like its sister model, it is powered by a smooth, refined and ultra-efficient full hybrid powertrain, but thanks to new, rechargeable lithium-ion battery technology, it can cover longer distances and reach higher speeds on electric power alone, cutting tailpipe emissions to zero.
Italian Car Concours at Stanford Hall
The grounds of a stately home provide the ideal setting for a gleaming display of Ferraris, Maseratis, Lamborghinis, Alfas, Fiats, Abarths, Lancias and other Italian delicacies – which is why the annual Auto Italia Concours at Stanford Hall in Leicestershire has grown to be such a ‘must-do’ event for Italophiles.
Steal the show at Simply Italian Sunday 13th May 2012
On Sunday 13th May, prepare to see red at Beaulieu, as hundreds of Italian vehicle owners are invited to flock to Beaulieu to show off their stylish motors, with many likely to be in the trademark ‘race red’ traditionally reserved for Italian racing cars.
Post-rally pitstop in Gibraltar for Race2Recovery
After seven gruelling days in the desert, and one in Spain’s very own Wild West, Almeria, the Race2Recovery team parked its pair of dusty 4x4 Qt Wildcats on the tarmac of Gibraltar’s Ocean Village for some well-earned RnR in friendly British surroundings.
Silverstone Auctions to host two CarFest sales
Silverstone Auctions has been asked by TV and radio presenter and famous car nut, Chris Evans, to hold two special auctions in aid of Children in Need at his inaugural CarFest over the August Bank Holiday weekend (25th and 26th August).