Further to Wheels-Alive’s initial summary of the DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ consultation responses on classic, kit built and radically altered vehicles, and those converted to electric power, Dave Moss once more delves deeper into the resulting information available. This feature covers the sections on 'Kit-built and kit-converted vehicles', and 'Radically altered vehicles' and 'Vehicles … [Read more...]
News & Views
Our take on what’s been happening in the world of motoring
We appreciate that these days there are vast quantities of motoring news items freely available to all, from huge numbers of global sources. It would be impossible to bring them all to you through these pages – so we are not even going to try!
Instead, we will include selected motoring-related stories which we feel will be of interest. Depending on the item, we hope that they will also inform, encourage, entertain and provoke further thought!
Each item will be dated, and as new stories arrive, older posts will be archived chronologically.
Beaulieu event dates for 2026 announced
Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Visitors can look forward to another action-packed year of Beaulieu events in 2026, with something for everyone to enjoy. From fun-filled family motoring days to must-see rallies for enthusiasts, dates have been announced for Beaulieu’s most popular shows. Motoring fans won’t want to miss their favourite Simply rally. Set in the … [Read more...]
This Halloween, at the British Motor Museum, ride in the Ford Anglia from Harry Potter
The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). This Halloween the British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to hop in the Ford Anglia from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets for an unforgettable ride around the Museum grounds! On 31 October dressing up as a favourite, witch, wizard or magical character is highly encouraged for visitors to get … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum shortlisted in the Royal Automobile Club Historic Awards
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has been selected as one of three finalists in the Museums & Collections category in this year’s Royal Automobile Club Historic Awards. The annual Awards recognise outstanding achievements within the British historic motoring and motorsport world. The judges had an … [Read more...]
Disney and Pixar ‘Cars’ roll into the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu just in time for the October 2025 half-term
The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from the National Motor Museum). Grab your camera and get ready to say Ka Chow this October half-term as some of the world’s most beloved stars from the Disney and Pixar Cars franchise cruise into the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu. From 25 October 2025, some very special guests will be making a picture-puurfect pit stop at … [Read more...]
DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ consultation responses – Wheels-Alive ‘Part Three’: Further findings in greater depth
Further to Wheels-Alive’s initial summary of the DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ consultation responses on classic, kit built and radically altered vehicles, and those converted to electric power, Dave Moss now delves deeper into the resulting information available. This feature covers the sections on 'Rebuilt vehicles' and 'Restored vehicles'... If you missed it, or wish to refer back to it, the … [Read more...]
Genesis GV60 – First Impressions
The GV60 was the first all-electric car from Genesis, now it gets a substantial update that focuses on style and technology, writes Chris Pickering... It says something about the pace of change in the electric car market that Genesis now feels like one of the old guard. Among the Jaecoos, BYDs and Skywells of this world, the Korean brand – a luxury offshoot of Hyundai and Kia – is positively a … [Read more...]
Sustainable fuels available for the 2026 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run participants
The world's longest-running motoring event embraces sustainable fuels... Specifically formulated SUSTAIN Classic Veteran 80 fuel available to all participants in the 2025 RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run Next month’s RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run (Sunday, 2 November) will celebrate motoring’s past and embrace its future, with a … [Read more...]
Geely Auto UK signs up to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code
Geely Auto UK is the latest brand to join The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars, ahead of the all-electric Geely EX5 SUV going on sale later this month. The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and photographs from The Motor Ombudsman). More than 50 vehicle manufacturers are accredited to the Code, which covers around 98% of all new cars sold across the … [Read more...]
Emergency teams put to the test in Beaulieu River oil spill exercise
The Beaulieu River team tells us: (Photograph and all words from the Beaulieu River Team). The Beaulieu River has hosted a coordinated oil spill exercise in collaboration with marine and conservation agencies. The drill tested the marina’s readiness and response capabilities during a simulated emergency response situation in Beaulieu village. The exercise focused on protecting both the local … [Read more...]
DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ consultation responses – Wheels-Alive ‘Part Two’: Findings in greater depth
Further to Wheels-Alive’s initial summary of the DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ consultation responses on classic, kit built and radically altered vehicles, and those converted to electric power, Dave Moss now delves deeper into the resulting information available. This feature covers the sections on 'Historic and classic vehicles registration' and 'The reconstructed classic scheme'... If you … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum at Beaulieu shortlisted for prestigious international historic motoring award
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Museum or Collection of the Year at the 2025 International Historic Motoring Awards. The Museum team tells us... (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). The Museum has been recognised in the Museum or Collection of the Year reflecting its exceptional contributions to … [Read more...]
Klassikstadt – a motoring mecca in Frankfurt, well worth a visit if you are in Germany
Rachel Henson explored this fascinating automotive centre with plenty to offer all car enthusiasts. (All words and photographs © Rachel Henson). There is an unexpected motoring gem in the suburbs of Frankfurt, a short distance from the city centre. Klassikstadt is part workshop, part museum, part parking garage for interesting vehicles, and for those of us whose piggy bank can’t quite extend … [Read more...]
Government’s Road Safety Strategy soon to arrive… meanwhile here’s a close look at Cambridgeshire’s most dangerous roads
Accident-prone roads in Cambridgeshire... With the government set to announce their Road Safety Strategy, we take a look at some of Cambridgeshire’s most dangerous roads since 2017. The government has just announced the first details of the first Road Safety Strategy in over a decade, giving road users a glimpse into what to expect for potential changes in the near future. First reported by … [Read more...]
Introduction to the Wheels-Alive analysis of results from the DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’ on classic, kit built and radically altered vehicles, and those converted to electric power.
Dave Moss reports on this important 'call for evidence' and responses to it. Kim writes: I am greatly indebted to my colleague Dave Moss for his in-depth and very time-consuming work in analysing in detail the published results from the DVLA/DfT ‘call for evidence’, as outlined above. These results run to many pages and many thousands of words, and rather than try to include all these in one huge … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum shortlised for a Green Spark Award
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and images from the Museum). The British Motor Museum has been shortlisted as a finalist for a Green Spark Award at the Power of Place: Midlands Museum Awards 2025. The Awards celebrate museums that show commitment to sustainable practices, in any aspect of their work, from sustainable exhibitions to innovative energy management. The Museum was … [Read more...]
Enjoy sounds, science and sustainability at The British Motor Museum this half-term, October 2025
The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is inviting families to enjoy an adventure of sounds, science and sustainability with Beep-Beep, Build! this half term from 25 October – 2 November. Children can make LEGO® car models for local community pantries this Christmas, join the scientists in the lab for Beep-Beep, Boom! … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman study finds that AI would steer nearly one in five drivers when choosing their next car
The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (Images and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). A Motor Ombudsman poll has found that close to a fifth (18%) of drivers would seek recommendations from an AI tool when choosing their next car Prospective electric vehicle (EV) buyers have emerged as the most inclined to consult this ‘virtual assistant’ ahead of making a purchase (27%) Just under … [Read more...]
Toyota’s fascinating history – notably concentrating on the enduringly popular Corona model, which arrived in Britain exactly 60 years ago, on 1st October 1965
Long lives, big anniversaries - and big numbers - by Dave Moss (All photographs © Toyota). Though just pre-dated by the original Land Cruiser, Toyota's first post war passenger car was also the first to have been entirely designed and built in Japan when it appeared on its home market during 1955. Badged as the Toyopet Crown - named after the long established loom manufacturing company from … [Read more...]
‘Never Stop Charging’ – ‘Charge Your Car Day’ 5th October 2025
Whether your car is petrol or diesel-powered, its battery needs to be in top condition all the time, and especially with winter on the way... CTEK tells us: (Photograph and all words from CTEK). It’s Charge Your Car Day this Sunday and CTEK, the world leader in smart battery charging, says don’t make charging your vehicle’s battery just a once a year event. CTEK, says drivers should … [Read more...]
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