Car Shows & Events
James Hunt’s F1 Hesketh for sale with Silverstone Auctions
The Formula One car that took legendary driver James Hunt to his first Grand Prix race victory is to be sold at Silverstone Auctions’ 23 July event, during the Silverstone Classic weekend.
Unique Transporter at Jaguar Celebration
Towering over the displays of Jaguar sports and racing cars at Shelsley Walsh, when the Midland Automobile Club celebrate fifty years of the E-type, will be a unique and historic car transporter.
Win £5000 to spend on your classic dream
To celebrate the launch of the classic show season, specialist insurance broker Footman James is offering £5000 cash to the winner of its brand new competition ‘How will you spend yours?’
Electric sports performance for RAC Future Car Challenge
With little over a month since the announcement of the second RAC Future Car Challenge taking place on Saturday 05 November this year, the opening list of vehicles taking part reads more like the starting grid of a motor race than a competition for low-energy vehicles.
2011 Los Angeles Motorexpo takes over Bank of America Plaza
The 2011 Los Angeles Motorexpo, in partnership with Brookfield Office Properties, will fill Bank of America Plaza in downtown Los Angeles with dozens of the hottest new vehicles. Beginning Monday, May 9 and running through Friday, May 13, residents and visitors are invited to experience the latest automotive trends in a relaxed, outdoor environment, as well as sit behind the wheels and even test drive select models from many of the world’s leading automotive makers.
Eco car marketplace brings a little green to Gumball 3000
For the launch of the 13th annual Gumball 3000 rally, EcoForecourt.com, the first online marketplace to specialise in the listing of eco cars, has been commissioned by the international supercar rally to help raise the profile of eco transport and add a greener element to an otherwise fuel thirsty entourage.
Santa Pod - Records smashed at AutoTrader Easter Thunderball
Santa Pod Raceway recently hosted one of its busiest ever Easter events, with nearly 20,000 fans not only enjoying seemingly limitless sunshine, but also, non-stop blistering race action, with numerous records and personal bests being shattered along the way.
Buddy Club Civic Cup - Closest finish yet at Brands
As the BCCC circus rolled into Brands hatch for the first two point-scoring rounds of the series, the drivers and spectators were once again treated to warm weather and red-hot track action.
Beaulieu Spring Autojumble - 14th and 15th May 2011
This year’s popular Spring AutoJumble takes place on the 14th & 15th May in the grounds of the world-famous Beaulieu attraction.
Pre-book a Citroen C-ZERO test drive at Brighton Festival Fringe
As headline sponsor of this year’s Brighton Festival Fringe, Citroen is offering visitors the opportunity to book a test drive in the Citroen C-ZERO - the brand’s new 100% electric city car - during the festival period.
Donington Historic Festival this weekend
Donington Park will welcome one of the richest and most diverse spectacles in motorsport this weekend (31st April - 1st May), as the Donington Historic Festival returns in a new action-packed two-day format, running on Saturday and Sunday.
Over 50 Jaguar E-Types to join cavalcade to Motorexpo 2011
The Jaguar E-Type, one of the most iconic and desirable cars in history, will celebrate its 50th birthday in fine style this summer when more than 50 examples will join a cavalcade to Motorexpo, Britain’s biggest free-to-visit motor show (6-12 June; motorexpo.com).
Enjoy a special treat for Father’s Day at Beaulieu
For a great Father’s Day out why not come along to Beaulieu and join in the fun at the Hot Rod & Custom Drive-In Day.
EcoVelocity at Battersea Power Station
London is to play host to the UK eco motor show, EcoVelocity – a dynamic festival of green motoring packed with the very latest no compromise, hi-tech and ultra low carbon vehicles. The 4-day event runs from Thursday September 8 to Sunday September 11 2011 and will be staged in the grounds of the iconic Battersea Power Station.
Pageant of Power promises ‘Best Ever’ fireworks spectacular
The organisers of the Cholmondeley Pageant of Power, the UK’s biggest celebration of power and speed, have announced that the event’s Fireworks Concert and military tattoo will be bigger, brighter and louder than ever in 2011.