The National Motor Museum tells us... Hong Kong and National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, 9 July 2026 - The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH), in partnership with Cathay Cargo and the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu, marked the delivery and handover of a 2006 Rolls-Royce Phantom VII to its new home at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu, UK. Donated by HSH and formerly part of The … [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.
Archaeological dig at Buckler’s Hard hopes to reveal more
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... From July 20th - 7th August the Buckler’s Hard Shipyard Trust will be partnering with the Maritime Archaeology Trust and local volunteers to continue the work of surveying the historic village slipways and shipyard. Following on from last year’s dig, when so much remaining structure was revealed and artefacts found, the team hope to find more in the lower … [Read more...]
The shows season gets into high gear at the British Motor Museum!
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The Museum). There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had at the British Motor Museum, with a full schedule of motoring shows running throughout late July and August. The Museum has already hosted a packed shows calendar throughout June and early July. The remaining shows include the Rootes Heritage Day and Old Ford Rally on … [Read more...]
Charity fundraising duck race and time travel to the Eighties for Beaulieu River summer party
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... Mooring holders went back to the Eighties with time travel cars, walk-around RoboCop and retro games for Beaulieu River's annual summer party. Star attraction time machines from Back to the Future, Night Rider and Ghosbusters entertained the crowd throughout the day. Then guests danced into the evening with tribute band Wild Boys, who got everyone on … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman appoints new Chair and Non-Executive Directors to its Board
The Motor Ombudsman tells us... The Motor Ombudsman has announced the appointment of three Non-Executive Directors to its Board Scott McPherson, who worked for three decades in central government, has been appointed Chair and Non-Executive Director, and takes over from Ron Gainsford OBE Carol Brady MBE and Phil Dunk also join as Non-Executive Directors, bringing extensive experience … [Read more...]
SMMT tells us that June registrations rise but EV worries remain
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports... The UK new car market’s recovery continued in June, with registrations rising 11.4% to reach 213,166 units in the best performance for the month since 2019, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, but which warned of problems ahead for the sector. Growth was recorded across all sectors, with registrations by private … [Read more...]
Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from Car Share drives into Beaulieu’s On-Screen Cars exhibition
Beaulieu tells us... Beaulieu has welcomed a brand-new star to the attraction, as Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from the award-winning series Car Share joins On Screen Cars. Fans of the hit BBC and BAFTA winning comedy are now able to step into the world of supermarket assistant manager John Redmond and his colleague Kayleigh Kitson as the much-loved motor takes its place among Beaulieu’s celebrated … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Motoring Treasure Hunt: Beaulieu’s International Autojumble Returns, 12th-13th September 2026
(Note: All photographs © Kim Henson, and taken at the 2025 Beaulieu International Autojumble). Beaulieu tells us... The countdown is on to Beaulieu’s International Autojumble, taking place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September. As the ultimate destination for motoring enthusiasts, the event will bring together more than 1,000 stands, overflowing with rare parts, automobilia, motorcycles, … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum brings local businesses together to inspire next generation
The Museum tells us: “It was wonderful seeing the excitement as the children realised that they could do it too” More than 200 children aged 11 to 16 were inspired by games developers, vehicle engineers, and technology innovators at this year’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Week designed and led by the British Motor Museum. Through talks and activities delivered by a range … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship opportunity at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... (Photographs and all words from the Buckler's Hard Team). An opportunity is being offered for a third apprentice to join the team at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River. The successful trainee will follow in the footsteps of two previous apprentices, who both passed their final assessments with flying colours and in record time. Beaulieu’s … [Read more...]
Watch for warning signs and keep on top of maintenance to avoid breakdowns!
Partsinmotion.co.uk highlights top tips on reducing unexpected breakdowns this summer They tell us... Unexpected vehicle breakdowns can quickly disrupt summer road trips, daily commutes and holidays, but many of the most common causes can be identified before they leave motorists stranded. Award-winning online parts distributor, PartsInMotion.co.uk , is encouraging drivers to take a proactive … [Read more...]
World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp starts journey to America for centenary celebrations
The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). Restored World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp has been ‘waved off’ from Beaulieu and started its journey to America for a series of centenary celebrations. National Motor Museum engineers carefully loaded their pride and joy into a 40ft shipping container to be transported to … [Read more...]
The UK’s pothole crisis is getting worse – why?
Pothole callouts are five times higher in 2026 than last year – Why are our roads still getting worse? Richard Moss (pictured below), Road Repair Expert at highway maintenance specialist, Instarmac, explains... In February 2026, the RAC recorded an average of 225 pothole-related breakdown reports every single day – more than five times the daily average of 43 seen across the whole of 2025. In … [Read more...]
Standard Motor Club International Rally – classic fun in the sun
Standards enjoyed in the sunshine... From 26th to 28th June Standards and their owners met near Gloucester to enjoy the Club’s International Rally. Kim Henson reports… (All words and photographs © Kim Henson). The Standard Motor Company produced well-respected vehicles during six decades from 1903, and the much-loved surviving examples are celebrated (and enthusiastically enjoyed) each year … [Read more...]
1980s/90s hot hatch culture brought to life at The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum invites visitors to return to the golden era of hot hatches in their new exhibition: ‘Spoiler Alert: The Hot Hatch Story’, celebrating these everyday road heroes. Inspired by the energetic atmosphere of car meets and the bold visuals of era-defining car magazines, the … [Read more...]
Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record Breaker Restored
The National Motor Museum tells us... National Motor Museum engineers have successfully restored the World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp in the countdown to its planned 100th anniversary run at Daytona Beach. The significant landmark has come on the same week as the fundraising restoration campaign launched by the National Motor Museum Trust to raise funds for the … [Read more...]
Avoiding tyre problems in the summer heat
Davanti Tyres tells us... (All words and photographs from Davanti Tyres). Caring for your tyres in the heat The rise in temperature is a welcome change for many, signalling summer is here. But when a sudden heatwave follows a spell of cool weather, it can be a stark reminder that tyres are vulnerable to the conditions. To help you maintain healthy tyres in the current heatwave and throughout … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum to offer £1 child tickets this summer (2026)
The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The Museum). The British Motor Museum is ready to welcome families this summer with £1 child tickets for visits between 25 June and 1 September. The Chancellor recently announced the UK government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, which will temporarily reduce VAT on eligible family activities from when schools finish for … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum to host the UK’s most colourful motoring event – Petrol and Pride!
The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The Museum). The British Motor Museum is to host ‘Petrol & Pride’, which returns for its second year on Sunday, 26 July. Building an empowering new fixture for members, friends and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community, the event aims to allow everyone to show off their pride in their wheels and themselves. The event is inclusive … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman’s ‘WORN-WARN’ campaign looks the part with Online and Social Media trophy win at the 2026 TyreSafe Awards
The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (Photograph and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). The Motor Ombudsman has been named the winner of the 2026 TyreSafe Online and Social Media Award for its 'WORN-WARN' national awareness drive highlighting the risks of motorists buying and using part-worn tyres The Michelin Tyre PLC-sponsored trophy was presented at a commemorative black-tie gala dinner … [Read more...]
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