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Cummins Railton project recreates racing history
On Cummins' stand at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed (from 1st July) visitors can see a recreation of the famous Napier Railton racing car, one of the few inter-war period racing cars sill running.
Metro’s EcoVelocity to feature Europe’s fastest electric vehicle
The Bluebird Electric, Europe’s fastest electric vehicle, will feature at Metro’s green motor festival EcoVelocity on 8-11 September at Battersea Power Station*.
Drivers more likely to go electric if UK had extra charging posts
Two thirds of motorists (65.7 per cent) say they would be more likely to buy an electric vehicle (EV) if charging posts were readily available at roadsides and in car parks across the UK.
Tim Schrick “falls in love” testing Chevron GR8
German racer and TV presenter, Tim Schrick said “I’ve fallen in love,” testing the award-winning Chevron GR8 Challenge Car at Donington Park circuit this week.
World’s greenest rally car banned for being too fast
It’s a 100 miles per gallon automatic hybrid eco-car, yet it’s been banned from rallying for being too fast!
Renault Fluence Z.E. UK prices announced
After announcing UK pricing for its Kangoo Van Z.E. and Twizy in recent months, Renault’s electric vehicle charge continues in earnest with confirmation of the cost for the first version of the third model in its zero-emission family, Fluence Z.E. – the UK’s most affordable electric car.
Who do you think you are: Jenson Button?
Legend has it that in his racing heyday, whenever Britain’s best loved racing driver encountered the long arm of the law, he was greeted by the phrase: “Who do you think you are, Stirling Moss?”
Alvis extends presence at Goodwood Festival of Speed
The Alvis Car Company will be using the Goodwood Festival of Speed to reinforce its commitment to the iconic British brand by having three models on its stand all representing examples of the bodywork that can be produced.
Full house for the UK’s F1 teams
Sebastian Vettel’s victory on the streets of Valencia on Sunday maintains UK teams’ dominance of this year’s FIA Formula One World Championship.
Peugeot and EX1 bring electric excitement to Festival of Speed
Peugeot, a sponsor of the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed, is demonstrating excitement at this year’s event with an advanced electric vehicle concept – the EX1 – that is capable of record-breaking acceleration, and will be running up the 1.16-mile hill climb, in the hands of Stéphane Caillet and prominent motoring journalists during the weekend.
Renault to offer Z.E. range test drives at Company Car in Action
The Company Car in Action show is set for some French flair combined with eco chic when Renault displays an impressive 22-vehicle range at the Millbrook Proving Ground from 28th to 29th June 2011.
Pothole damage costs UK drivers on average £400 a year
A new road sign has been designed by Confused.com, specifically to alert road users to the UK's 2 million potholes.
Pageant of Power takes to the skies
In addition to the adrenalin-fuelled action on the ground, weekend visitors to the 2011 Cholmondeley Pageant of Power (15-17 July; cpop.co.uk) will be treated to a sensational air show featuring an eclectic mix of airborne entertainment, including RAF helicopters, stunt pilots, warbirds and wing-walkers.
Top tips if you're taking a car on holiday this summer
With the summer holidays just around the corner, many Britons are planning their annual break, but as they pack their sun cream, swimsuits, passports and hire car documents, there are two vital items many forget.
Jaguar takes lead at Goodwood
The 50th anniversary of the launch of the E-type is set to be celebrated in style with cars from the past present and a little way into the future as Jaguar is honoured as featured marque at the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed.