Car Market
Records tumble once again at Main Event
Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European Drag racing proved yet again to be the venue of choice for discerning race fans and petrol heads, as no less than 3 records were smashed during last weekend’s ‘Main Event’ - including 2 World Records!
Alvis reunited with its heritage to give it a 21st century future
Alvis, arguably one of the most innovative car manufacturers in the 1930s, is set to return to business in the 21st century with ownership of the brand name having been formally transferred to the company which has been providing parts, maintenance and restoration services to Alvis owners for the last 40 years, Red Triangle.
James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 to be auctioned
PAY ATTENTION, BOND FANS! RM Auctions announces the consignment of one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century – the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 James Bond movie car – to its annual ‘Automobiles of London’ event at the Battersea Evolution in London on 27th October, where it is available for sale for the first time in history and expected to achieve in excess of $5 million.
Lawfully secure your bikes this summer
With the days getting longer, and the weather feeling warmer, more and more of us will be embracing the government’s advice to ‘Get on your Bike’ and enjoy the great outdoors this summertime.
Happy Birthday Driving Test - 75 today
The driving test is 75 today, and the What Car? Driving School is calling on the Government to allow learner drivers to experience motorway driving before taking their test.
Hidden problems for private used car buyers
Purchasing a second-hand car privately without arranging a proper mechanical inspection beforehand could lead to expensive repairs after just a few weeks, warns online retailer Carsite.co.uk.
One in 300 – Bugatti Veyron up for sale at British Car Auctions
Just 300 Bugatti Veyrons were made – and one is coming up for sale at leading car auction company, British Car Auctions (BCA) on 5th June at its Blackbushe Auction Centre.
Cleaner cars from greener factories
Toyota’s UK manufacturing operations are European leaders in environmental performance, making them the ideal choice for building the new low-emissions Auris Hybrid.
Hay fever means over nine million miles are driven blind
With the peak pollen season upon us, new research reveals that during the months of May and June, hay fever sufferers will drive 9,300,000 miles with their eyes shut.
Borrowing a friend's car? Make sure you’re insured!
Those considering borrowing a car this bank holiday because they believe their cover gives them the right to drive any car legally take note, research by Confused.com has uncovered an alarming host of misconceptions about the cover your motor insurance gives you when it comes to driving someone else's pride and joy.
Confused.com - Petrol price drops
Will Thomas, Head of Motor Insurance at Confused.com comments on petrol price drops: "News that petrol costs are starting to decrease will come as a welcome relief to motorists who are already overstretched keeping their cars on the road.
Club MSV exclusive road car track days at Brands Hatch
Club MSV, MotorSport Vision’s in-house trackday division, has introduced new ‘road car only’ circuit driving days at Brands Hatch in June and July.
USA NHRA star Melanie Troxel to race at Santa Pod's Main Event
Europe cheered when US team owner Roger Burgess “borrowed” Michael Gullqvist to drive for him at NHRA’s Southern Nationals, with historic, winning results.
Mitsubishi loan i-MiEVs to the state of California for evaluation
Mitsubishi has announced it will loan two of its zero-emission, new-generation, i-MiEV's to the State of California for evaluation in their test fleet.
Brits heading for motoring disasters abroad
Brits are heading for a summer of fines, arrests and accidents in Europe as they fail to comply with the rules and regulations of driving abroad suggests new research from AXA Insurance.