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Toyota Hilux Reaches South Pole 24 Dec 2010 (News)
. The unstoppable Toyota Hilux is already renowned for its capacity to overcome any extreme challenge, from driving to the North Pole to conquering the Icelandic volcano Eyjafjallajökull. Now, the Hilux has successfully completed yet another extraordinary journey, travelling across the coldest, most -
Mayor to Review Congestion Tax for Low Emitters 4 Aug 2009 (News)
. If this view were to be enacted, drivers of Volvo's C30, S40 and V50 DRIVe cars featuring Start/Stop technology would be able to travel around the country's capital free of charge. Last month, Stuart Kerr, Regional -
VW Transporter Adapted For Up To 3 Wheelchairs 7 Jun 2006 (News)
the Rehabilitation and Training departments for the charity, and is used for holiday breaks. The Transporters will enable the residents to make essential trips to hospital and shopping or for outings such as tea drives or lunches, as well as being used to bring people from all over the country to the centre -
Pathfinder Prices Cut By Up To £3,065 5 May 2006 (News)
of Nissan’s acclaimed ALL-MODE electronic four-wheel drive technology, a system that’s as easy to use as it is sophisticated. In normal road conditions, the Pathfinder behaves like a rear-wheel drive estate. However, should conditions worsen, additional drive to the front wheels is automatically engaged -
New Vauxhall/Opel Flagship From Summer 21 Aug 2002 (News)
·Powerful engines ·Advanced technology for superior driving dynamics With a unique, stretched body design, flexible rear-seat arrangement, top-rate equipment package and pioneering technologies, in Vauxhall’s words, “the Signum breaks through conventional segment -
FORD'S NEW MINI-TRANSIT KOMBI 31 May 2002 (News)
and a rear seat for three. Uniquely, on the Tourneo, this will be 60/40 split-folding for even greater versatility. Designed to be car-like to drive, the stylish good looks of the Tourneo Connect help to distance it from the stigma usually attached to this sort of ultra-sensible vehicle -
Modern classics in demand as Nineties Escort Cosworth sells for £49.5k 27 Sep 2019 (News)
of private buyers and the motor trade who attended the drive-through sale in the classic motoring hub’s Hanger 113. Bonhams MPH will be staging four drive-through sales per year. Consignments for the second sale on 26 November are being invited now, with the next valuation day taking place on 25 -
Third of buyers would consider buying a car they haven't seen 24 Aug 2018 (News)
that it will result in job losses or showroom closures for traditional car dealers. “This is a growing trend, however, evidence from our members shows that consumers still want to see a used car and test drive a new one before buying it," said Robinson. "As the vast majority -
Save up to £1945 on a brand new SEAT Leon Cupra 300 1 Feb 2018 (News)
Drive Profile, Dynamic Chassis Control, auto lights and wipers, Full Link (integrated Smartphone connectivity: MirrorLink, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay) and dual zone climate control. Leon Cupra 300 models (excluding Cupra R) will also be the first cars in the SEAT range to receive Digital -
Rally-bred Manta 400 for auction 24 Nov 2017 (News)
battles between Jimmy McRae and Russell Brookes in identical Manta 400s as they fought it out for the British Open Rally Championship This road-going Manta 400 enjoyed a more sedate life, watching rather than partaking in rallies - but it was converted by a Vauxhall dealer to right-hand drive -
Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 MFI up for auction 3 Oct 2017 (News)
is estimated to fetch £100,000 to £120,000. The original, duck-tailed, right-hand drive 2.7 Carrera MFI, one of 1011 examples made in 1974, was bought by David Pattison of PCT Porsche Specialists in 1982, having been originally supplied to the UK through Malaya garage in Sussex -
A Grand Monday: Toyota Celica 26 Jun 2017 (News)
clever variable valve timing technology to offer power across the rev range. And while it wasn’t quick, it handled well enough. In fact, many car magazines labelled it the best-handling front-wheel drive coupe at the time -
Restored Volkswagen Samba campervan to go under the hammer 22 May 2017 (News)
A rare 1959 Volkswagen 23-window Samba campervan is heading to auction. The camper, which has been restored, is part of the Classic Car Auctions sale in Warwickshire on 10 June. The right hand drive, manual example is believed to be one of just a handful on UK roads -
One-owner low-mileage Porsche 911 Speedster for sale 20 Apr 2017 (News)
A factory-built right-hand drive Porsche 911 Speedster is going under the hammer. The car, which is one of 139 made, is part of Silverstone Auctions’ sale on 13 May. The 911 Speedster was first produced in 1989 by Porsche to celebrate the timeless design of its -
Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: New BMW X1 launched 15 Sep 2015 (News)
. The all-new model is more SUV and less crossover than the original with an increased height and styling that follows on from the latest X3. Interestingly it also uses the same front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive platform as the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. BMW is promising an improvement in ride -
British classics lead the way at NEC Classic Motor Show auction 16 Nov 2014 (News)
£220,000. The right-hand drive supercar was formerly owned by the Brunei Royal Family who placed the factory order in 1991. The car has covered just 6000 miles. As a result, the 530bhp Jaguar, capable of 217mph, was subject to frantic bids as potential suitors fought it out for the XJ220’s -
21 Year Old Land Cruiser Drives 4,600 Miles Kabul to Goodwood 17 Jul 2014 (News)
A 1993 Classic Toyota Land Cruiser J70 has driven 4,600 miles from Kabul in Afghanistan to Goodwood House to raise £22,000 for Mission Motorsport. -
'Which?' Names Mazda 'Best Car Manufacturer' 21 Jun 2014 (News)
and driving enjoyment. The Mazda6, launched in 2013, continues to impress us with a premium car feel at a non-premium price." Jeremy Thomson, Mazda UK managing director, commented: "To be recognised by such a respected independent organisation as Which?, is testament to the success of our -
Bonhams becomes London to Brighton Veteran Car Run title sponsor 28 Feb 2014 (News)
of the Bonhams team are also regulars on the Run, many underlining their deep interest by driving their own pre-1905 veteran cars. In recent years, Bonhams has also worked closely with the Royal Automobile Club and event organisers to develop the Run from a single day attraction into an even more significant -
Classic Cars Almost Good as Gold as Long Term Investments 7 Mar 2013 (News)
interest in collector car acquisition amongst those who previously may have prioritised an alternative, more rational investment portfolio,” he continued. “And reports such as that of Knight Frank will continue to drive confidence in ownership in the collector car category