Love classic commercials? The British Motor Museum is hosting its 'Classic and Vintage Commercial Show' on 14th and 15th August... The British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to look back to the vehicles that roamed the roads of yesteryear when it hosts the ‘Classic and Vintage Commercial Show’ on 14 & 15 August. The show offers visitors a rare opportunity to reminisce about days gone by … [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.
Genesis accredited to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code
Genesis begins its UK journey with accreditation to wide-ranging Code of Practice... Genesis Motor UK has gained accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars Abiding by the recommended operating guidelines demonstrates the vehicle manufacturer’s commitment to providing consumers with the highest possible standards of service Genesis car owners also … [Read more...]
‘Factor Us In’ local motor industry exhibition opens at the British Motor Museum
Celebrating the local West Midlands motor industry, the new 'Factor Us In' exhibition at the British Motor Museum has just opened, and will run until summer 2022... This new exhibition from the British Motor Museum 'Factor Us In' opened on 22 July and is the culmination of a two year-project to uncover the fascinating stories behind the motor industry and of the people who worked and lived around … [Read more...]
Classic car owners offered a little hope re. DVLA registration difficulties
DVLA agrees to look again at classic car registration problems... Kim Henson says, "Dealing with the DVLA over classic car registration matters has become increasingly difficult in recent years. Indeed it has been a major worry to genuine classic enthusiasts, who have had to cope with strange interpretations of seemingly illogical rules, applied randomly. Now there is a little … [Read more...]
Mazda’s view of the road ahead… and their power units
There’s still joy to be had in petrol and diesel engines, says Mazda. This week, Mazda UK commissioned 20 electric charging points at its Dartford headquarters as more staff progressively returned to the office, writes Robin Roberts. However, the UK and Europe’s rush to turn on electric cars over the coming decade has not dimmed Mazda’s investment in the internal combustion engine. “Mazda … [Read more...]
Could ‘E-Fuels’ make sense amidst a headlong dash towards vehicle electrification?
What about 'E-Fuels'? Vehicle electrification is widely being pushed as 'the' answer to achieving carbon neutral transportation in the near future. Yet the seemingly sensible alternative/supplementary option of using environmmentally-kind liquid 'E-Fuels' could have much to offer, while still being able to use the existing supply network and infrastructure... Kim Henson reports on a recent … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman survey reminds drivers to check their footwear and their tyres…
Are your shoes (and your tyres) suitable for driving? A survey for The Motor Ombudsman reveals all... An online YouGov poll of 1,496 UK car users commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that the nation’s motorists prefer footwear that keeps heels, soles and toes cool when at the wheel The majority of survey participants (54%) admitted to having previously driven in … [Read more...]
100 YEARS OF SUZUKI MILESTONES + HIGH UK CUSTOMER SERVICING RANKING
Robin Roberts (and Motoring Milestones) reports on the history of the company and the high regard in which it is held today… They may be one of the smaller engineering companies, but Suzuki has consistently shown over a century that it’s the size of an idea which matters. Some 11 years before the Suzuki Loom Manufacturing Co was officially formed in 1920, founder Michio Suzuki pioneered a new … [Read more...]
Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance seeks to help classic scene survive
New organisation set up to help ensure that classic car use and the industry surrounding it continues to thrive amidst increasing bureaucracy and ill-informed legislation... Kim writes, "For some time I, together with many classic car enthusiasts and those in the classic vehicle trade, have become increasingly concerned about the multiple threats to continuing to enjoy the cherished vehicles that … [Read more...]
Free ‘Gaydon Gathering’ at the British Motor Museum on Tuesday 13th July
Get to Gaydon for a free evening event NEXT Tuesday, 13th July 2021... ...BUT please note that you need to pre-book... The British Motor Museum advises that is to host its next FREE ‘Gaydon Gathering’ evening on Tuesday 13 July from 5pm – 8:30pm. The event, which was re-launched in April this year, is an informal evening aimed at motoring enthusiasts and is completely free to attend. These … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman Knowledge Base increasingly popular
The Motor Ombudsman's Knowledge Base surpasses 200,000 article views in the first half of 2021... The Motor Ombudsman’s online Knowledge Base has recorded 201,401 article views during the opening six months of 2021, a 200% increase versus the same period in 2019 (64,220), and is more than double that seen in 2020 (98,373) Over 100,000 views have been logged in a single … [Read more...]
Suzuki launches the Jimny light commercial – and celebrates 100 years!
SUZUKI JIMNY LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE VERSION LAUNCHED THIS WEEK AS PART OF THE BRAND’s CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS By Robin Roberts (and Motoring Milestones). One of Britain’s most eagerly awaited new models, the Suzuki Jimny LCV hits showrooms on Monday and it’s almost certainly going to lead to a “brown market” price war. Its launch coincides with the brand’s global 100th anniversary … [Read more...]
‘Nature’ trail at the British Motor Museum
Explore nature at The British Motor Museum... They tell us... The British Motor Museum is inviting families to explore nature in their car collection this summer from 22 July – 2 September. Many car designers and engineers have taken inspiration from nature. Families can explore these fun facts with a 'nature trail' to seek out all that blooms, squawks and roars in the Museum. Along the way … [Read more...]
Lord Austin’s office preserved and moved to the British Motor Museum
Lord Austin's office is on the move... The British Motor Museum and MG Motor UK have entered into an agreement which will ensure the long-term future of Lord Austin’s Office. Known by the workforce as ‘The Old Man’s Office’ it was the place where many of Austin’s important decisions were made. The Office had been preserved after Austin’s death, although not in its original position on the … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum announces new ‘Factor Us In’ exhibition
New exhibition at the British Motor Museum looks at how the motor industry in the West Midlands has affected life there for more than 100 years... This new exhibition from the British Motor Museum 'Factor Us In' will open on 22 July and is the culmination of a two year-project to uncover the fascinating stories behind the motor industry and of the people who worked and lived around it. In a year … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman Survey shows that many motorists are diligent regarding tyre checks
Motor Ombudsman poll shows that tyre checks are not left behind by UK motorists going on staycations... An online YouGov study commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that over three quarters of car users (77%) would personally check or have someone in their household look at the condition of their vehicle’s tyres prior to going on a summer staycation The research … [Read more...]
Mustang Marvel looks for new home…
Low mileage 1973 Mustang comes to market. Chris Adamson reports... A time warp 1973 Ford Mustang Coupe with one owner from new and less than 11,500 miles on the clock is set to go under the hammer at South Western Vehicle Auctions in Poole, Dorset on Friday 30 July. The gold Mustang was ordered new from Bristol Street Motors to the specification of the recently deceased owner which included a … [Read more...]
Land Rover show to celebrate Range Rover’s 50th + 1 anniversary
Delayed celebrations for Range Rover's half-century (plus!) to be held at The British Motor Museum... They tell us... Gaydon Land Rover Show will celebrate the Range Rover 50th + 1 anniversary when it takes place on the 31 July & 1 August at the British Motor Museum. Now in its seventh year, the popular and dedicated weekend show will showcase hundreds of Land Rovers from 1948 to the present … [Read more...]
30 years of Vauxhall’s Frontera
Frontera still knows no boundaries 30 years on – by Dave Moss. (Images from Vauxhall Heritage). During the 1980s the so-called "world car" concept began to take hold. Vehicles were increasingly becoming truly international products, as technology, joint ventures and improving component supply allowed design, development, and manufacture in different places. This approach facilitated sales … [Read more...]
Higher doses of ethanol arriving – the reasons (we are told…), and the potential dangers
E10 petrol is coming soon – to filling stations near you... by Dave Moss. Why E10, and why now? The British government's ambition to drive down carbon emissions to net-zero by 2050 involves ever-tightening targets, which last December stood at a 68% reduction by 2030 compared to 1990... However, in April, days before the US climate summit, rumours began circulating that yet another emissions … [Read more...]
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