In 2025, it was any colour you like as long as it's grey - or green... by Dave Moss. Britain's vehicle manufacturers' trade body, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), has just released details of the best selling car colours in 2025 - and for the eighth consecutive year Grey has emerged as Britain’s most popular new car colour, with no less than 558,050 cars registered. It … [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.
Second apprentice from Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour passes with flying colours, in record time
A good news story to cheer us this winter... (Photograph and all words from the Buckler's Hard team). The second apprentice at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour has passed his final assessment with flying colours after completing the course in record time. George Dunsdon began work on the Beaulieu River as a Marina Operative and completed his apprenticeship in just over a year. Harbour Master … [Read more...]
Techtastic fun at The British Motor Museum this February half-term
Craft, Code and Create – at the British Motor Museum this February half-term. The Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). This Half-Term from 14 – 22 February, the British Motor Museum offers families the chance to dive into a jam-packed week of fun activities. From coding to science shows and LEGO to techie tours, families can explore how design and … [Read more...]
Watch out: Potholes galore – but is your council doing its job in fixing them properly?
Just how well is your council fixing local road potholes? - by Dave Moss. It was National pothole day on January 15th (yesterday as this was being written), and according to new analysis of the latest AA Pothole Index, last year UK drivers were hit harder than ever by repair costs associated with pothole damage. The analysis estimated the financial impact of potholes on vehicles reached £589 … [Read more...]
Buckler’s Hard to feature on BBC Two’s ‘Digging For Britain’
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... (Photograph and all words from the Buckler’s Hard team). Buckler's Hard in the New Forest is set to take centre stage in an upcoming episode of Digging for Britain on BBC Two, airing on 21 January at 9pm. The programme will offer viewers a fascinating insight into the 18th-century shipbuilding village and the recent archaeological excavations carried out on … [Read more...]
Motor insurance premiums shake-up – or possibly not?
Motor insurance premiums – inevitably high due to increased costs generally today, or are there other reasons that are not always appreciated? New report sends mixed messages on cheaper motor insurance - by Dave Moss Shortly before Christmas, the Government unveiled its snappily entitled "Final report of the cross-government taskforce on motor insurance", following a commitment soon after it … [Read more...]
Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally preview with Forth Rail Bridge as a backdrop
The Forth Rail Bridge provided the backdrop for a preview of the Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally which will be calling at Queensferry at the end of the month on its way to the South of France. Members of the Ecosse Rallye Drivers Club (ERDC) who'll be competing as a team in the event brought along their cars and dressed for the occasion in kilts and club polo shirts in spite of the biting … [Read more...]
Metropolitan shines brightest on Boxing Day at Lakeland Motor Museum event
Lakeland Motor Museum’s annual Boxing Day 'Classic Drive and Ride In' event proved as popular as ever, drawing in huge crowds from across the UK... The Lakeland Motor Museum tells us: (Words and photographs from The Lakeland Motor Museum). Owners meet annually for the event in a bid to win the museum’s prestigious “Best of Boxing Day” Trophy. The 2025 winning vehicle is a very … [Read more...]
More than two million cars sold in Britain last year
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) writes… The number of new cars registered in the UK last year exceeded two million, for the first time since the pandemic. Nearly 500,000 of the new cars sold were electric, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). SMMT chief executive, Mike Hawes, welcomed what he called a "reasonably solid result amid tough economic and … [Read more...]
Drivers cutting back on vital vehicle maintenance/repairs, to their cost, says The Motor Ombudsman
Ignoring essential work on vehicles can result in safety compromises and huge costs in the long run. The Motor Ombudsman tells us... • Motor Ombudsman poll shows nearly seven in ten UK garages are set to see car owners skipping essential repairs this year in a bid to save money • Ignoring warning lights can turn into ‘wallet frights’, as delaying fixes can lead to higher bills and … [Read more...]
Unloved items now heading back to retailers
£1.55bn-worth of unwanted items are winging their way back to retailers, says Parcelhero, as thousands of Brits ditch unwanted gifts. Thousands of unwanted items are now heading back to retailers, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero. Many people used their first day back at work, 2 January, to return their unwanted gifts and the trend is set to continue today. (Returns may include … [Read more...]
Lamborghini moving forward – UK consolidates position in the firm’s top global markets, with arrival of new product and network expansion
Fully hybridised Lamborghini model line-up for 2026... Sant’Agata Bolognese/UK December 2025 – UK deliveries of the new Lamborghini Temerario[1] start in January 2026: the successor to the Huracán, the all-new Temerario’s hybrid powertrain combines a twin-turbo V8 engine with three electric motors, providing a total power output of 920 CV and the first and only production super sports car able … [Read more...]
Mitsubishi Outlander and L200 Double Cab Pickup to launch in the UK in summer 2026
Mitsubishi tells us: (All words and photographs from Mitsubishi). Outlander PHEV and L200 pickup will go on sale in summer 2026 All-new Outlander PHEV to build on the popularity and sales success of predecessor Robustly engineered L200 Series 7 double cab pickup, the most capable L200 ever December 2025 - The all-new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) and … [Read more...]
Spare a thought for everyone working to keep us safe and mobile on the road this Christmas
ROAD SAFETY AND breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist wishes all drivers a very happy and safe Christmas holiday, and takes the opportunity to thank those who will be at work over the festive season to help keep us all safe. GEM head of road safety James Luckhurst commented: “As the holiday season arrives, we think about winding down work - even just for a few short days - and spending time … [Read more...]
Make sure that your presents sent abroad are delivered on time – and avoiding extra charges
Parcelhero’s top 5 hacks to beat extra charges and get your presents delivered on time They tell us: Last Christmas, failure to give enough information about parcels sent abroad caused an average delay of over 11 days at Customs. Parcelhero shares its 5 Top Tips to avoid Customs delays and unexpected charges. Friday, 19 December is many international couriers’ recommended final deadline for … [Read more...]
More than half of UK drivers are to ignore tyre safety checks ahead of the festive get-away, reports The Motor Ombudsman
Check your vehicle frequently, particularly the tyres and especially before long journeys! The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and photographs from The Motor Ombudsman). • With ‘Frantic Friday’ only a few days away, as millions start taking to the roads for the festive break, research by motoring expert The Motor Ombudsman revealed that 53% of adults across the nation would not … [Read more...]
Free exhibition about the Buckler’s Hard 2025 archaeological dig now open
The Buckler's Hard team tells us: (All words and photographs from the Buckler's Hard Shipyard Trust). The Buckler’s Hard Shipyard trust has opened a new free exhibition at the historic shipbuilding village of Buckler’s Hard telling the story and showing the finds of this summer’s archaeological dig of the largest slipway. Buckler’s Hard village is famous as the private shipyard where 55 … [Read more...]
Jaguar Land Rover drives nature recovery in the National Forest
Global businesses unite to create Unity Wood in the heart of the National Forest A new eight-hectare woodland, Unity Wood, is set to take root in North West Leicestershire through a landmark collaboration between Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), its freight partners and the National Forest. Planted with around 13,000 native broadleaf trees, and designed with a reflection glade, wetland area and … [Read more...]
Young classic car restorer and round-the-world motorcyclist scoop Beaulieu 100 Awards
Beaulieu tells us: (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). A young classic car restorer who set up a film production company and TV channel to inspire the next generation and a motorcyclist who rode around the world were two winners of the Beaulieu 100 awards at the annual dinner. The awards were presented by Lord Montagu of Beaulieu Patron and Founder of Beaulieu 100. Ethan Blake-Jones … [Read more...]
Beaulieu events in 2026 – Early Bird tickets available now
Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Tickets for Beaulieu’s 2026 events are now on sale, with many offering early bird savings to kick off an exciting new season of motoring highlights and family favourites. From thirteen vibrant Simply rallies and the lively Custom and American Show to the thrilling Beaulieu Supercar Weekend, visitors can look forward to grabbing … [Read more...]
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