Car Market

Ultra-rare £1million Lamborghini Reventon on sale at Motorexpo
Well-heeled petrolheads will have a unique opportunity to take possession of one of the world’s rarest supercars on the planet this summer, when an ultra-exclusive Lamborghini Reventon supercar features in an exclusive H&H Classics sale being held at London’s Motorexpo (Canary Wharf 11-17 June).
Don't exceed sensible car insurance excess levels
Selecting a higher voluntary excess on your car insurance may cost motorists more in the long term, warns MoneySupermarket.

Custom and Hot Rod Festival 2012
This Father’s Day weekend bring the family to Beaulieu for the eagerly anticipated Custom and Hot Rod Festival, taking place from the 15th - 17th June 2012 in the grounds of the National Motor Museum.

Ferrari flies at Barons
A 1981 Ferrari 308 GTBi kept bidders busy at Barons’ sale at Sandown Park on April 17th. The bright red Italian beauty – which has been sitting in storage for the past decade and now requires re-commissioning – had a guide price starting at £13,000 but was in such demand that it eventually sold, after a prolonged session of bidding, for £24,600.

Renaultsport announces 2012 trackday calendar
Renaultsport enthusiasts are invited to sharpen up their driving skills by booking on to one of this year’s exclusive trackday events at world famous circuits like Silverstone and Brand Hatch.

Senna automobilia is the ‘wheel’ deal
The automobilia auction at Silverstone Auctions’ Spring Sale is well on ‘track’ for success thanks to many items boasting top flight motorsport pedigree, including several that are Ayrton Senna related.
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.