Car Market
Driving in high winds
Road users in the North West, South West and South East are being advised to check the weather forecast and road conditions before they travel today (Thursday 11 November) and towards the weekend, as high winds are forecast for the North West and across Southern England.
Jenson Button’s Brawn F1 car at Classic Motor Show
As the 2010 Formula One season reaches its exciting climax in Abu Dhabi, the car that was driven by the 2009 Drivers Champion Jenson Button goes on display at the Footman James Classic Motor Show, held at Birmingham’s NEC from 12-14 November.
Goodwood confirms 2011 dates
Further to the recent announcement of provisional dates for Goodwood’s ever-popular motoring events, Lord March can now confirm the finalised dates for 2011. The Moving Motor Show will be held on 30 June, the Festival of Speed from 1-3 July, and the Goodwood Revival from 16-18 September.
THINK City – the most versatile electric vehicle in the world
As electric vehicles increase in popularity, many are finding that the cars can be used for more than just day-to-day commuting. In fact, the THINK City – already the world’s best-selling electric car – has established itself as the most versatile too.
Paul Weller designed MINI goes on sale in charity auction
Following his headline performance at MINI’s 50th Birthday extravaganza at Silverstone in 2009, mod rock legend Paul Weller has collaborated with MINI to create a one off car which will be sold in a live global online auction with all proceeds going to charity.
Peugeot’s electric i0n wins another award
The Peugeot i0n was chosen over twenty other low emission vehicles, short listed for their low environmental impact, and makes it the third award the car has won in Germany this year.
Winter arrives early in the rush hour
New research highlights that although the weather seems relatively mild, millions of rush hour drivers are already facing winter conditions on their morning commute.
Used car values take seasonal shape at BCA
BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values fell back by £146 in October as the used market continued to settle into a more typical seasonal pattern.
More live motorsport action at Race Car Live!
The grand finale to the UK’s motorsport season, Race Car Live! returns to Brands Hatch on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st November and for the first time in its six-year history its expanding to include Rally, Karting and 4x4 action.
Bowler EXR Nemesis in action at Race Car Live!
The rugged Bowler EXR Nemesis will roar into action at this year’s Race Car Live!, held on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st November at Brand Hatch.
Old school luxury motoring celebrated at Classic Motor Show
The very best in old-school luxury motoring is on display at this year’s Footman James Classic Motor Show when it returns to Birmingham’s NEC from 12-14 November.
Petrolheads first to enjoy Infiniti’s new diesel
The first Infiniti M30d has arrived in the UK – and immediately gone into the spotlight at one of the country’s highest-octane car events.
Wheeler Dealer Live Stage at Classic Motor Show
There’s plenty to see and do on the Wheeler Dealer Live Stage at this year’s Footman James Classic Motor Show when it drives into Birmingham’s NEC from 12-14 November. Quizzes, games, special guests and a mechanical challenge – all brought to you by motoring expert Mike Brewer and madcap car mechanic Edd China, TV’s Wheeler Dealers.
Vauxhall Ampera charges from Brighton to London
Vauxhall celebrated over a hundred years of innovation this weekend as two of its landmark cars took part in challenges that illustrate the company’s history as a pioneer of new technology.
Volkswagen wins RAC Future Car Challenge
A Volkswagen Golf blue-e-motion prototype electric car is the overall winner of the inaugural Future Car Challenge. The car also won its category, Most Economic and Environment Friendly Regular Passenger EV.