By HD, owner of PlateBoss (all words and photographs from HD). Note: The number plates shown in the photographs are 'demonstration' plates only, not real plates for road use. Recently a black cab driver came into our workshop in Hounslow. His front number plate had a crack running through it, and it had just failed the MOT. No plate, no pass, and no pass means no fares. We made him a new … [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.
UK drivers demand government action on Fuel Duty
More than 30,000 motorists, families, small business owners, tradespeople, farmers and hauliers have emailed the Prime Minister and Chancellor in just 24 hours, demanding urgent action on fuel costs ahead of the Budget on 28 October. The unprecedented response follows a FairFuelUK campaign urging supporters to contact the Government directly and demand policies that support drivers, reduce … [Read more...]
Sunbeam 1000hp shortlisted for prestigious International Historic Motoring Award
The National Motor Museum is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for Restoration of the Year at the 2026 International Historic Motoring Awards. National Motor Museum’s Sunbeam 1000hp restoration project has been recognised in the Restoration of the Year for its workshop team’s expert restoration of the revolutionary World Land Speed record car and its contribution to the preservation … [Read more...]
Lakeland Motor Museum comes to life for one night only!
The Museum tells us: Lakeland Motor Museum is launching a one off ‘Night at the Museum’ on Wednesday 21 October - celebrating Back to the Future Day and the museum’s iconic Delorean. Featuring torchlit trails and atmospheric and inspired lighting, this is a unique opportunity to discover stories behind some of the museum’s star vehicles. Special lighting will illuminate the vehicles like … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman adds MotorPlan to expanding Vehicle Warranty Products Code
The Motor Ombudsman tells us... The Motor Ombudsman has welcomed MotorPlan to its growing portfolio of businesses accredited to the Vehicle Warranty Products Code Committing to the comprehensive Code of Practice demonstrates MotorPlan's continued drive to deliver high standards of customer service, and to following industry best practice in the provision and administration of its suite … [Read more...]
Visitors flock to open house with the amazing historic ‘Tally Ho’ on the Beaulieu River
The Beaulieu River team tells us... Around 300 visitors were welcomed to an open house with Fastnet Race winner Tally Howhile the historic wooden gaff cutter was moored on the Beaulieu River. The stunning sailing yacht has gathered a huge public following during her restoration journey to return to the Fastnet Race for the centenary of her win in 2027. British boatbuilder and sailor Leo … [Read more...]
A great day out, inspired by Forza Horizon 6, this October Half-Term at the British Motor Museum!
The British Motor Museum tells us... Are you ready for an October Half-Term to remember? From 24 October – 1 November, the British Motor Museum is bringing a full calendar of activities and experiences to enjoy, inspired by Forza Horizon 6: The Experience. This exciting new exhibition, which opened in May, gives visitors the chance to discover a fantastic line-up of cars from the new game and get … [Read more...]
Ultimate roadtrip anthems revealed, including Miley Cyrus ‘Flowers’, Bryan Adams ‘Summer of 69’, and Queen’s ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’, among many other favourites
Isuzu tells us... (All words and photographs from Isuzu). A poll of 2,000 UK drivers has revealed the tunes we simply cannot start the engine without, with Queen, Oasis and ABBA included in the nation’s glovebox playlists. And the nation has chosen the iconic Hotel California (27%) by the Eagles as the ultimate road trip anthem according to research commissioned by Isuzu UK pick-up … [Read more...]
Simplicity of older cars still very much appreciated…
Britain's motorists still love analogue driving with simplicity chosen as the biggest advantage of older cars. Lancaster Insurance tells us... Nearly half (45%) of drivers say simpler mechanics are the biggest benefit of older cars New research highlights Britain's affection for classic motoring, with drivers valuing simplicity, fewer electronics and analogue driving experiences. A … [Read more...]
Suzuki tops the 2026 ‘What Car?’ Reliability Survey
Suzuki tells us... (All words and photographs from Suzuki). Suzuki is very pleased to announce that it ranks first place in the latest What Car?Reliability Survey, moving up to the top of the league table from 3rd position in last year’s analysis. With a score of 97.8%, Suzuki was a clear 2% higher than the next manufacturer. The long-established reliability survey is carried out annually, … [Read more...]
Suzuki announces updated pricing and customer savings across the range
Suzuki tells us... (All words and photographs from Suzuki). Permanent OTR price change for e VITARA - now available from £24,999 Headline Retail customer savings across the Hybrid Suzuki range of Swift, Vitara and S-Cross until 31st December 2026. As the trusted car brand for those who are proud to be different, Suzuki GB PLC announces even more value across the range with headline … [Read more...]
Standard Motor Club to display debutantes at this year’s NEC Show
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...]
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...]
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