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  • Comment: Does (engine) size no longer matter? 8 Jun 2015 (News)
    company car's engine was a key distinguishing factor in how your employer valued you - perhaps more important than the collection of letters on the tailgate that ranked the driver by the equipment grade he or she was given. A couple of weeks ago I tried the Renault Kadjar, powered by a 130PS engine
  • Learn How to Buy and Sell Classic Cars at Auction 22 May 2015 (News)
    director, Edward Bridger-Stille, commented:  “With so many cars offered from auction houses around the county, Historics feels it is important that we arm customers with as much knowledge and experience as possible, not just on paper but face to face. After all, the entire classic car
  • Classic car rally hopes to raise £150,000 for charity 19 May 2015 (News)
    potentially raise millions. ‘This is the perfect way to give pleasure to onlookers and participants while raising vital support and awareness for HopeHIV. I’m proud to help our enthusiasm for old cars being used to benefit such an important cause
  • Four Million Euro 300SLs in Bonham's Mercedes-Benz Auction 11 Mar 2015 (News)
    frame car with its high performance 3-liter engine was then developed into a road-going sports car aimed at the upper-end of the aspiring US sports car market.  Several changes were made to improve the 300 SL's usability. As aerodynamics played an important role in the car's speed
  • Geneva Motor Show 2015: Next-generation R8 gets its premiere 3 Mar 2015 (News)
    . Those who love the environment can choose an electric version of the R8 called the E-tron. It is rear-wheel drive and has peak power output of 462PS, though more important is the 920Nm of torque. Range on a full charge is approximately 280 miles and a full charge is possible in less than two
  • New safety qualification for at-work drivers 29 Oct 2014 (News)
    learners on a range of topics including the particular risks associated with vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and pedestrians, the importance of regular vehicle safety checks and how to adapt driving style in response to changes in driving conditions or the actions of others. Alex Botha
  • A Grand Monday: MGF 13 Oct 2014 (News)
    -important roof is (overall) in good condition and every year has been treated with a water repellent. That said, there are two small tears in the hood where the frame catches when opening. These have been repaired and don’t leak. Other bad bits? Well, there are a few rust spots
  • Focus On: Burton Motors 21 Aug 2014 (News)
    don’t need to worry about the odd lost receipt or invoice. Julie explained to us that she thinks it’s important to look out for more vulnerable people, such as older car owners or those who don’t understand the technical ins and outs of their vehicles. As a result, Burton Motors sees
  • New roads minister inspects next generation of motorways 18 Aug 2014 (News)
    these sections of the M25 every day so it is very important we do everything possible to cut congestion, which is estimated to cost over £2 billion every year. “The concept of smart roads, smart drivers and smart motoring will inform and inspire a new generation of road users
  • Haynes launches Volkswagen T2 Bay Window Restoration Manual 7 May 2014 (News)
    ’ can fetch significant money and, as imports from drier countries continue to appear on British roads, so the case for restoring one of these hugely popular vehicles becomes increasingly attractive. Using the trusted Haynes Manual step-by-step approach, this all-colour manual follows
  • Ford launches Focus facelift 4 Mar 2014 (News)
    – the grille is much like that seen on the Ford Fiesta, while the headlights are slimmer and more simply styled. At the rear the car’s styling has been tidied up, with more elegant lines. The tail lights have been tweaked with a slimmer design. Another important improvement is the addition
  • A Grand Monday: Montego 2.0 GSi 3 Mar 2014 (News)
    , the Montego scores pretty well - it has a strong following, and plenty of 'my dad had one of those' appeal... which as we all know, is vitally important. It's also in the endangered list, as our How Many Survived data (links below) proves. So, this post-facellift de-Austin'd Montego 2.0GSi is looking
  • Bonhams announces new auction at the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart 1 Mar 2014 (News)
    : 'We share an idea with Bonhams: Both of us stand for unique and authentic vehicles. We regard classic vehicles as a key heritage for society. And valuing authenticity plays an important role in this. For this reason, we are delighted that the prestigious auction house Bonhams will offer a range
  • Graham Hill's Lotus 49 to sell at Goodwood Festival of Speed 24 Feb 2014 (News)
    in damaged condition by Australian resident and British Lotus enthusiast, the Hon. John Dawson-Damer. He painstakingly restored this important Formula 1 car to race-worthy condition and it is today the last of his renowned, eight-strong, Dawson-Damer Lotus Collection – six of which were sold by Bonhams
  • Hyundai boss goes back to the shop floor on Channel 4's Undercover Boss 15 Jul 2013 (News)
    , Ray spends time working at the company's largest operation, Tilbury docks. However, while Ray was amazed to see Hyundai import 2500 cars a week, he was shocked to find that dozens of cars go missing - albeit temporalily.  In a statement, Hyundai UK said: "The Hyundai business has almost
  • EuroNCAP results: a bunch of fives 28 Nov 2012 (News)
    The latest round of 15 EuroNCAP tests - including important new cars such as the Volkswagen Golf Mk7, Ford Fiesta and Mercedes-Benz A-Class - produces 14 five-star cars.
  • Cherished Reg Top Lot in Barons April Classic Car Auction 29 Mar 2012 (News)
    in the possession of the current owner since 1973, but has been stored in a dry garage and not used since 1979. £8,000-£10,000. Another rally car from the BMC stable is an MGC GT, which has good historic rally history and the all-important FIA papers. This rarity offers good value
  • Mazda MX-5 GT to Take on Supercars in British GT Championship 22 Mar 2012 (News)
    programme in 2011 with the help of MIRA, the Motor Industry Research Agency.  The MX-5 GT4 demonstrates high levels of stability under all loads making the car easy and fun to drive, an important feature for the longer endurance races. Last season the Mazda MX-5 GT demonstrated its strengths
  • New Ford Focus ST to Star in The Sweeney 15 Mar 2012 (News)
    set, joining Ford Mondeos, Galaxys and Transits also being used by the cast as unmarked Flying Squad vehicles. Director and co-writer, Nick Love, whose prior films include 'The Football Factory' and 'The Firm', said: "It was important for me to collaborate with Ford
  • Volvo unveils new V40 6 Mar 2012 (News)
    curtain. Additionally, buyers can pick a full TFT screen in place of traditional dials. The interior features ambient lighting, which can be switched through seven different modes, with red-to-blue lighting to suit the interior temperature. LED lighting plays an important part
 

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