The Standard Motor Club tells us: (All words and photographs from the Club). The theme of this year’s Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is ‘Debutantes’ and the Standard Motor Club has a great line-up for this year’s 3-day event, which runs from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 November 2026. There will be two eye-catching ‘debutante’ cars on the Club stand which is in Hall 4, stand 4-555. 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.
Countdown to World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp centenary run – just six months to go!
The National Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the Museum). At this time in history a century ago, work had not yet even started on constructing World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp. Yet within just four months the massive machine, powered by two colossal 22.5 litre Matabele V12 aero engines which shook the building during testing, was created from start to … [Read more...]
Bristol is back (again,,,)
Dave Moss tells the fascinating story of cars bearing the ‘Bristol’ name… (All words © Dave Moss). Missing from the motoring scene now for 16 years, Bristol cars' history is easily summarised in three words: chequered, eclectic - and convoluted... though dedicated followers will surely be able to summon adjectives for an alternative summary more akin to describing a love affair. If you're … [Read more...]
New bigger six-car stand for Standard Motor Club at Stoneleigh
The Club tells us: (All words and photographs from the Standard Motor Club). The Standard Motor Club will now have a six-car display at this year’s Restoration Show and Spares Market at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, having originally been offered space for just three. This premium classic car show and autojumble takes place on Sunday 25 October 2026. The cars to be displayed are as … [Read more...]
Beaulieu this October half-term (and last chance to see Disney and Pixar’s Cars 20th Anniversary Display there)
Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from the team there). Beaulieu is inviting families to step into a world of folklore, autumnal adventure and Disney and Pixar's Cars this October half-term, from 24 October to 1 November. Plus, enjoy double the fun with Beaulieu’s ever-popular return for free offer, giving you two days out for the price of one*! October half-term marks the … [Read more...]
Ford Transit is Britain’s Most-Stolen Van… Again!
The humble Ford Transit has topped the list of the UK’s most-stolen vans, according to a new data pull from business van finance providers Anglo Scottish. Anglo Scottish tells us... (Photograph and all words from Anglo Scottish). In a new dataset obtained via FOI request, Anglo Scottish can reveal that the Ford Transit topped the list of the UK’s most-stolen vans in 2024, 2025 and between … [Read more...]
New Kia-based camper van attracts much interest
First all-electric Wellhouse KIA PV5 i-Camper ready to view Wellhouse tells us: (All words and photographs from Wellhouse Leisure). Wellhouse Leisure has completed its first fully-electric model - the KIA PV5 i-Camper “In 30 years of selling campervans, we’ve never seen anything like this level of interest in a new model,” says David Elliott, CEO & Founder, Wellhouse Leisure … [Read more...]
Work starts on Alice’s Christmas Wonderland festive experience at Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... 'Don't be late for a very important date...' (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Work has started on the creation of an imaginary world to transform Palace House at Beaulieu into Alice’s Christmas Wonderland for a magical festive themed experience. Designers extraordinaire Charlotte Lloyd Webber and Adrian Lillie, and their talented CLW Event Design team, have … [Read more...]
Nissan announces a new hybrid model for Europe, set to be produced in Sunderland
Nissan tells us: (Photograph and all words from Nissan). Nissan Kicks e-POWER hybrid coming to Europe, bringing more electrified choice for customers New B-segment crossover featuring unique Nissan third-generation e-POWER hybrid technology set to further strengthen European product range and safeguard manufacturing jobs £170m investment in new model for Nissan Sunderland Plant, … [Read more...]
Tips for driving in the rain from Davanti Tyres
Davanti Tyres tells us... (All words and photographs from Davanti). With the arrival of the rainy season, drivers need to be a little more aware of the roads and make considerations that they wouldn’t normally make in the summer. To ensure some peace of mind, Davanti Tyres share top tips and considerations when driving this Autumn and Winter. Be prepared The steps you take today can … [Read more...]
A grand day out at Beaulieu International Autojumble 2026
Kim Henson reports on his visit to this year’s ‘Beaulieu’ International Autojumble… (Words © Kim Henson, photographs © Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually credited). Grateful thanks to Chris for helping me cover several aspects of the event with his photographs; much appreciated. It is certainly true that Beaulieu’s long-running International Autojumble is not as huge as it used to … [Read more...]
Honda Super-N Advance – Road Test
Those of a certain age who loved and longed for the original Mini will ooze happiness behind the wheel of the new Honda Super-N. So says our Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) after spending a week with this diminutive vehicle. And it will also delight drivers who want a modern city car for commuting and a weekend fun run skateboard to getaway - up to a point. Inspired by the Honda N-One … [Read more...]
Diesel crunch set to worsen — FairFuelUK warns of sharp pump price rises
FairFuelUK tells us... Refining meltdown pushes diesel toward £2/litre — Government still silent as 40 other nations have acted. FairFuelUK today warned that UK diesel prices are set to rise sharply as global refining capacity falls short of demand. Despite crude oil stabilising, diesel remains around 190p/litre, driven by record‑high refining margins and a tightening global supply … [Read more...]
‘L.A. display’ as World Land Speed Sunbeam 1000hp (restored by the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu) arrives at Petersen Automotive Museum
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu tells us: (All words from the National Motor Museum; photograph credits to the Petersen Automotive Museum). L.A. display as World Land Speed Sunbeam 1000hp arrives at Petersen Automotive Museum Fresh from its appearance at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance the restored Sunbeam 1000hp – the first car to ever break 200 mph – has moved to the Petersen … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum to host two exciting STEM Career Days this Autumn
They British Museum tells us... This autumn, the British Motor Museum will partner with Playground Games to host two exciting STEM Careers Days for KS2 students. Held on 13 & 14 October, the days will be packed with hands-on activities, interactive tours and inspirational talks. These events will give students the chance to explore real-world STEM skills and discover how their interests and … [Read more...]
FairFuelUK says, “Motorists Paying £10–£15 More Per Tank Than Wholesale Trends Justify”
They tell us... Fuel prices soar — wholesale prices don't. FairFuelUK Demands Answers... FairFuelUK today released a new analysis of official UK Government data showing that both diesel and petrol drivers have been consistently overcharged over the past 12 months. Using DESNZ monthly retail fuel prices and ONS refined‑petroleum wholesale indices converted into pence per litre, FairFuelUK … [Read more...]
UK Car Sales August 2026
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) writes... It has again been a very strong month for BEVs, and Kia has led the way as it prepares to launch its new small EV2 series. The New Automotive Electric Car Count indicates: - Strongest August for BEV registrations: BEVs captured 30% of all new car registrations in August 2026, with sales surging 30% year-on-year - spurred in part by shifting fuel … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman marks a decade of the Vehicle Sales Code
Driving high standards in the automotive sector, The Motor Ombudsman marks a decade of the Vehicle Sales Code. They tell us... Unveiled ten years ago, the Vehicle Sales Code became the first ever Code of Practice in the automotive sector to cover the sale of new and used cars by UK retailers The Code offers a set of commitments to drive high standards in the provision of vehicles to … [Read more...]
New towing boat and Beaulieu River barge gets a makeover
The Beaulieu River Team tells us... A new towing boat has been put to work on the Beaulieu River to help the boatyard team meet the needs of berth and mooring holders. Purpose-built Pickle will give more flexibility, while towing customers’ boats to and from the marina and boatyard. The new investment will help provide a key service for residents, making life easier by bringing their boats … [Read more...]
Restored Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record Breaker takes to the World Stage at Pebble Beach
The National Motor Museum tells us... The World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp made its post-restoration debut at Pebble Beach Concours d‘Elegance in California. The car was on display and started up at the prestigious automotive gathering. Widely regarded as the premiere concours in the world, the event is in its 75th anniversary year. The legendary vehicle was restored by the … [Read more...]
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