Car Shows & Events
World’s fastest diesel vehicle joins Motoring Record Breakers exhibition
The fastest Diesel vehicle in the world, JCB Diesel Max, can now be seen as part of the “Motoring Record Breakers” exhibition at the Heritage Motor Centre.
Exclusive first drives at the UK’s premier driving event
The UK’s smallest and ‘most affordable’ hybrid car will be one of the attractions at Company Car in Action, together with a range of the latest low-CO2 products being offered to fleets.
India Christmas special cars at Beaulieu’s World of Top Gear
Top Gear fans visiting Beaulieu will feel like it’s Christmas all over again as, for an extra special (and very belated) festive present, all four of the vehicles from the presenters’ Christmas Special India Challenge have been unwrapped in the visitor attraction’s World of Top Gear exhibition this week.
Cholmondeley Pageant celebrates AC Cobra’s 50th anniversary
The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power (15 to 17 June), the UK’s biggest celebration of power and speed, will this year mark the AC Cobra’s 50th anniversary with a major vehicle display and thrilling, high-speed action on the venue’s circuit.
Santa Pod backs young automotive talent with free event entry
Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European Drag Racing, has announced a commendable initiative to reward students and apprentices who are part of the Institute of the Motor Industry’s (IMI) new online communities; namely free passes to this year’s FIA European Drag Racing Championship events.
Concours d'Elegance at the Hurlingham Club
Concours D’Elegance has quickly established itself as one of the “must-attend” events of the social calendar. Inspired by the salons of the 18th century, the event has a rich 20-year heritage, celebrating everything that epitomises design and style.
180 lots confirmed for Race Retro and Classic Car Sale
The catalogue has now closed for the Race Retro and Classic Car Sale hosted by Silverstone Auctions, with some 72 cars spanning more than a century in age confirmed to go under the hammer.
Rare Maserati heads class of ‘61
A Maserati 3500GT, believed to be the only race trim model of its type in the UK, is one of three models from 1961 leading the motorsport charge at the forthcoming Race Retro Sale.
Silver Arrows to create a memorable spectacle at the Goodwood Revival
After much speculation and excitement, Goodwood is now able to confirm the sensational news that 75 years after the first appearance of the legendary pre-war ‘Silver Arrows’ in the UK, the 2012 Goodwood Revival (14-16 September) will stage arguably the most spectacular historic vehicle demonstration of all time.
Bilstein announces ‘Destination Nurburgring’
Suspension Giant Bilstein has announced details of its popular ‘Destination Nurburgring’ event for 2012. This year, the action will take place on the 20th and 21st of March at the iconic venue.
Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton unveil new McLaren MP4-27
In the first edition of Inside Track for 2012, we get an exclusive insight into the unveiling of Vodafone McLaren Mercedes’ new MP4-27 car, ahead of the start of the 2012 Formula One season next month in Australia.
Porsche makes its ‘marque’ at Race Retro Sale
Porsche is Race Retro’s chosen marque for 2012 so it’s only fitting that Silverstone Auctions has some superb examples from the German car manufacturer up for auction at the event.
Z-cars and movie stars to celebrate at Silverstone
The UK will stage its first-ever BMW ‘Z-Fest’ at this summer’s Silverstone Classic powered by the AA (20-22 July).
Historics gets customs attention
With the unique appeal of customised cars pressing the buttons for many collectors, classic car auctioneer Historics is bringing four sets of whacky wheels to its sale at Mercedes-Benz World, Brooklands, on Saturday February 18th 2012.
New races add to spectacular Silverstone Classic
The 2012 Silverstone Classic powered by the AA will showcase an even greater spectrum of motor sport history following confirmation that two exciting new races will be adding to this summer’s on-track action.