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How to get the cheapest classic car insurance for young drivers 6 Nov 2018 (News)
facing four-figure premiums for insuring a modern car, what chance have they got of being able to run a classic? Thankfully, insurers are starting to offer bespoke insurance policies for younger drivers that don't cost the earth. What is classic car insurance for younger drivers? It means -
Are hydrogen vehicles the answer to EV woes? 27 Mar 2018 (News)
could run all the trains in Wales using hydrogen produced from just one medium-sized wind farm," said John Maddy of the University of South Wales. Work is also underway to obtain hydrogen from biomass, rather than seperating it from natural gas, a process that would significantly cut the life -
450 Cars Racing at Castle Combe 16th - 17th June 9 Jun 2012 (News)
been, so spectators are in for a double treat this time. In the Castle Combe Saloons, Corsham's Will Di Claudio is gradually extending his championship lead, the class B Peugeot 106 driver easily able to win his class at the moment. His competition comes from his potential to run -
New Michelin Primacy 3 Premium Tyres: Are They 3 Ways Better? 21 Oct 2011 (News)
The VUFO institute based at Dresden University runs what is probably the most comprehensive analysis of vehicle crashes in the world. It’s called the German In Depth Accident Database (GIDAS), so far based on 68,000,000 pieces of information gleaned from the study -
Porsche Driving Courses Can Make the Perfect Christmas Present 4 Nov 2010 (News)
, Porsche offers a number of four-day intensive Winter Driving Experiences, running between the 28 th January and 1 st March 2011, based at dedicated facilities within the Arctic Circle, focused on improving driver performance in extreme weather conditions. Working with expert -
Sportscar Racing, Castle Combe, Monday 30th August 19 Aug 2010 (News)
of the modifieds is Trowbridge's Mark Funnell in his unique Honda powered Lotus Exige, currently within three points of the overall title with just two rounds left to run. His only mathematical opposition in class is the Westfield SE of Bristol's Chris Child. In the Production class -
Electric vehicles best for short runs 16 Jun 2010 (News)
A new study shows that the majority of journeys are less than five miles and ideal for electric car travel. -
Volkswagen Milano Taxi conept unveiled 20 Apr 2010 (News)
design language established by Walter de Silva (head of design, Volkswagen Group) and Klaus Bischoff, head of design, Volkswagen. Intricate headlights featuring integrated LED running lights frame a bonnet that, through the absence of a grille, is able to sweep down into the front bumper -
Strong Bidding at Brooklands Classic Auction 12 Jun 2007 (News)
in excellent condition. It sold for a mid-estimate £30,800. Arguably the best-value car of the day was the rare 1961 AC Greyhound, one of just 83 cars in the entire production run. Of that original number, just 66 are known to the AC Owners’ Club today. This example, Chassis -
eBay Auction Report – 12th June 2005 16 Jun 2005 (News)
Peugeot 309 1.1 Trio with an MOT about to run out made £121. Finally, a sorry looking 1993K, 88k mile, Rover Metro 1.1 Quest 3dr with no tax or Mot, a duff battery, but the potential to run made £50. One to watch: The 52 plate MG ZT-T+ estate with 31,000 -
Motorists Pay £1.6 Billion for Car Repairs 17 Feb 2004 (News)
falling within the 3-10 year old bracket on British roads according to the DVLA register, Warranty Direct claims suggest the chances of failure run at more than a third. The average bill paid by the specialist insurer last year stood at £379.31. Top 10 Models -
Thousands of drivers could be hit with ULEZ charge next week 22 Oct 2021 (News)
will be 18 times the current central area and will run 24 hours a day, seven days a week (except Christmas Day) and covers all areas within the North and South Circular. The zone is being expanded to help tackle air quality in the capital. TfL expects the larger ULEZ to reduce nitrogen dioxide -
RAC: Post-pandemic alternative to public transport is needed 9 Nov 2020 (News)
trips is consistent with previous years. Nearly half (46 per cent) say fares are too high, 43 per cent say services don’t run when they need them to and 41 per cent say services aren’t frequent enough. RAC spokesperson Rod Dennis said: "As cities seek to improve air quality and make -
One in three motorists drive with misty or icy windscreens 16 Jan 2020 (News)
: Winter driving essentials One quarter of those polled said that they had put their car at risk of theft by leaving the engine running and popping back inside while the windscreen clears. Stationary idling is also an offence under section 42 of the Road -
'Missing' Mercedes coupe offered for sale for first time in 50 years 13 Dec 2019 (News)
.’ The 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K has been recommissioned by RM Auto Restoration. Now running, it goes under the hammer on 16-17 January. It is estimated to fetch between £750,000 and £1,125,000. -
Smart Motorway dangers to be reviewed by Transport Secretary 24 Oct 2019 (News)
. There are more than 400 miles of Smart Motorway in the UK and the majority are designed to relieve congestion by making the hard shoulder available for use of traffic. On some motorways the hard shoulder is opened at busy times while others use it permanently - known as all lane running (ALR -
Hidden Heroes: Volkswagen Jetta GTi 26 Jul 2019 (News)
the Golf’s running gear and much of its interior, but it’s neither uniquely handsome nor as well-known as the legendary hatchback on which it’s based. As a result -
A Grand Monday: Jaguar XJ6 3.2 Sport 4 Jun 2018 (News)
of fuel economy, the 3.2 is at least relatively sensible over long distances, with MPG in the high 20s achievable on a run. Droopy headlining aside (they all do that, sir -
A Grand Monday: Yugo 45a Tempo 9 Apr 2018 (News)
decent market traction in Britain after the launch of the 45 55 and 65 models. Known as the Zastava Koral in the former Yugoslavian Republic, the new supermini was based on the platform and running gear of the Fiat 127, but packaged in a new three-door body that, while a little plain -
Geneva Motor Show 2018: Kia unwraps all-new Ceed 6 Mar 2018 (News)
the outgoing model . It also gets a new(ish) name, with Kia finally dropping the apostrophe. With its slightly sharper look, more in line with the latest Kia Optima and Picanto, the Ceed is a handsome design if not exactly exciting to look at. It comes with LED daytime running lights