The Motor Ombudsman reports the busiest third quarter (2024) for vehicle service and repair complaints. They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). The past three months were the busiest ever third quarter of the year for the number of vehicle service and repair cases submitted by consumers to The Motor Ombudsman, up nearly a fifth versus the same period … [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.
Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson to join The British Motor Museum on the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
For the 2024 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson will be joining The British Motor Museum team... The Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is again participating in the famous RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, which is taking place on Sunday 3 November. Actor, Simon Gregson … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum Quiz Night on Tuesday 12th November
Get your brains into gear for the British Motor Museum Quiz Night, to be held on Tuesday 12th November 2024... They tell us: (Photographs and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum Quiz Night is back by popular demand, returning on Tuesday 12 November. The brain teasing, fun filled evening will once again be led by special guest Danny Hopkins (photograph below), … [Read more...]
Cars that best hold their value
Sports cars, large SUVs and premium hatchbacks tend to hold their value well... Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports... Cars that keep their value: sports cars top the list of the best car types for resale Sports cars, large SUVs and premium hatchbacks are best at holding their value Models by Alpine, Morgan and Lotus are among those which lose the least value over time Family … [Read more...]
The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu closes on 3rd November
Last chance to see The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu... Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs fro Beaulieu). The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu will be closing on Sunday 3rd November, making way for the development of new visitor experiences at the attraction which is home to the National Motor Museum. The exhibition has been a feature at Beaulieu for Top … [Read more...]
High depreciation rates on some electric cars under scrutiny
The Audi Q4 e-tron shows the highest annual depreciation rate, according to a recent survey from ALA Insurance. Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports... Audi’s Q4 e-tron has the highest annual depreciation rate on the market, new study shows. The Audi Q4 e-tron has the highest annual depreciation rate of any other car at 18.8% yearly The three vehicles with the lowest … [Read more...]
Britain’s Driving Theory Tests are becoming more challenging…
Amidst ever more difficult 'theory' tests, Britain's most and least knowledgeable new drivers are revealed in a survey from Instarmac... They tell us: (All words and images from road surfacing specialists Instarmac). If pass rates are anything to go by, driving theory tests are hard – harder than they’ve ever been. Pass rates have dropped dramatically since 2007, falling from an average … [Read more...]
“Goldie’, the first book from National Motor Museum Publishing, shortlisted for prestigious award
Published by the National Motor Museum, 'Goldie', by John Mayhead, has been shortlisted for the Royal Automobile Club Book of the Year... The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from the National Motor Museum). “Goldie – The Amazing True Story of Alfred Goldie Gardner, the World’s Most Successful Speed- Record Driver” by John Mayhead was launched at Goodwood … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman marks 20 years since its New Car Code gained full approval
The Motor Ombudsman celebrates the 20th anniversary of its New Car Code being given full approval. They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). On this day, 20 years ago, it was announced that the Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars had gained ‘Stage Two’ and full approval from the former Office of Fair Trading (OFT), becoming the first Code of … [Read more...]
Suzuki excels again in the What Car? 2024 Reliability Survey
Once again Suzuki has clocked up a high rating in the What Car? Reliability Survey 2024... Suzuki tells us... (Photograph and all words from Suzuki). Suzuki once again achieves a high ranking in the What Car? Reliability Survey 2024, published today, with a brand score of 97.75%, placing it just 0.6% behind the overall winner. The long-established reliability survey is carried out annually … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum shortlisted in the West Midlands Tourist Awards
The British Motor Museum has been shortlisted as a finalist in the West Midlands Tourist Awards... The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The Museum has been nominated for an award in the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award category and will find out if it has won this highly coveted award at a special ceremony in early 2025. The … [Read more...]
New vehicle finder from INEOS Automotive
New vehicle locator from INEOS Automotive helps buyers find new or 'Certified by INEOS' used examples of the Grenadier... They tell us: (All words and photographs from INEOS Automotive). Powerful new sales platform details every pre-configured new and Certified by INEOS used Grenadier in stock UK launched in September, with roll-out to follow in key markets including Germany, … [Read more...]
Bluebird K7 at Beaulieu on Sunday 6th October 2024
Truly iconic Bluebird K7 to go on display at Beaulieu on Sunday 6th October 2024... Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). The legendary Bluebird K7, driven by Donald Campbell in his record-breaking water speed attempts, will be heading South from the Ruskin Museum on Sunday 6th October, and will be on display outside the National Motor Museum at … [Read more...]
Beaulieu International Autojumble 2024 – Kim’s Report
This year’s eagerly-anticipated International Autojumble at Beaulieu took place over the sun-bathed weekend of 14th and 15th September. Kim Henson was there and here’s what he found… (All words by, and copyright, Kim Henson; photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually credited. Grateful thanks to Chris for the use of his images). To me there is something … [Read more...]
OMODA 5 line-up for UK buyers unveiled
OMODA launched in UK with petrol-powered and electric OMODA 5 models... They tell us: (All words and photographs from OMODA). OMODA celebrates official UK launch at London ceremony as first shipment of customer vehicles arrive OMODA 5 crossover SUV priced from just £25,235; all-electric OMODA E5 on sale from £33,055. PCP packages available from just £299 per month Five-star … [Read more...]
Batteries for electric cars – how well have they been looked after?
Nine out of ten used EV car buyers wish to know how well the battery has been looked after... Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports: 87% back assessment on how well previous electric car owners have looked after the battery 83% want to know how long it takes to fully charge and 82% how much capacity has been lost since new, shows new Startline Used Car Tracker Almost nine out of 10 … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman urges drivers to check their vehicles as children return to school
As children return to school this September, The Motor Ombudsman encourages drivers to be top of the class in terms of vehicle checks... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). The Motor Ombudsman urges drivers to be top of the class for vehicle checks as the nation goes back to school. With the end of the summer holidays, and the arrival of the new … [Read more...]
Retro Truck Show this coming weekend at The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum gears up for fun at the Retro Truck Show, this coming weekend, 7th and 8th September 2024... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is getting into gear for plenty of truck fun when it hosts the Retro Truck Show on Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 September. Around 300 modern and classic trucks will descend on … [Read more...]
KGM Motors UK launches special edition Musso Saracen Platinum
KGM Motors UK celebrates 70th anniversary of Ssangyong/KGM with limited edition Musso Saracen Platinum... KGM Motor UK tells us: (All words and photographs from KGM Motors UK). KGM UK unveils the limited-edition KGM Musso Saracen Platinum, limited to 70 units, to celebrate its 70th anniversary The Platinum edition boasts a host of additional accessories as standard as well as exclusive … [Read more...]
MG Cyberster wins ‘Best Sports Car’ title by ‘Best Cars of the Year’
Latest MG model, on display at the recent British Motor Show, praised by the international judging panel for its overall competence... MG tells us: (All words and photographs from MG). MG Cyberster wins ‘Best Sports Car’ at the 2024 Best Cars of the Year Awards EV roadster celebrated for outstanding performance, style and sustainability MG Cyberster showcased at The British Motor … [Read more...]
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