Exciting classic racing at Thruxton's Historic Festival – Report by Chris Adamson. (All photographs copyright, as individually credited and with thanks to their creators for their use here). Famous names from the glory days of post-war British motor racing heritage were in action once again at the Thruxton Historic Festival in Hampshire. Marques such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, Lotus, Lister, … [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.
Government Plug-in car grant comes to an end
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports... The government is today ending the plug-in car grant allowance for new orders after successfully kickstarting the UK’s electric car revolution and supporting the sale of nearly half a million electric cars. The scheme has succeeded in creating a mature market for ultra-low emission vehicles, helping to increase the sales of fully electric cars from … [Read more...]
Car buyers turn to electric propulsion as fuel prices rocket…
All-time high fuel prices are persuading would-be car buyers to move towards electric power... A poll commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has shown that nearly half (48%) of UK car owners are concerned about owning a petrol or diesel model in the face of record fuel prices, increasing the likelihood of them making the switch to battery power only for their next vehicle … [Read more...]
Custom car builder Andy Saunders becomes Beaulieu’s Hot Rod and Custom Show ambassador
Andy Saunders to attend the Hot Rod and Custom Show at Beaulieu as show ambassador... Beaulieu tells us... Renowned custom car builder Andy Saunders will be returning to Beaulieu’s Hot Rod & Custom Show as show ambassador, bringing one of his astonishing creations along as part of the packed show on Sunday 19th June. Famous in the motoring world for his incredible car builds, combining … [Read more...]
Kia charges ahead… News and reviews of current models, and a glimpse into future plans…
Kia looks ahead… …reports Robin Roberts, WheelsWithinWales. (All words copyright Robin Roberts, WheelsWithinWales, all images from Kia). Less than ten years ago, Kia began development of its Soul electric car and now it’s one of the world’s leading makers of low carbon models, but is still keeping the internal combustion engine option open. As it prepares to roll out the forthcoming Niro … [Read more...]
Smart #1 model availability
Dave Moss reports… smart has now confirmed UK availability for its new #1 all-electric compact SUV model. (Dave advised on the imminent arrival of the new all-electric smart model in his Wheels-alive article on 27th April; to read this, please go here: smart-moves-ahead) UK Order books will open in December 2022 for first deliveries in mid-2023, though a run of 1000 special "Launch Edition" … [Read more...]
Unique Triumph TS2 to visit The British Motor Museum
Triumph TS2 to visit The British Motor Museum for just one day, as part of its 'Round Britain Relay' tour... The TS2, built at Banner Lane in Coventry, was the first right-hand drive 'TR' model, built in 1953 and before the TR2 production run started, right at the start of the long and illustrious TR sports car story. 'TS2' relates to the 'Chassis' number. TS2 will be visiting the British … [Read more...]
Six top motoring shows at The British Motor Museum in July
Historic vehicles galore at the British Motor Museum during July... They tell us: The British Motor Museum will be hosting six fantastic motoring shows in July which will include the Wythall Busfest on 2 July, the Electric Vehicle Festival on 3 July, the BMC & Leyland Show on 10 July, the Old Ford Rally and Rootes Heritage Day, both on 17 July & the Big MINI show on 24 July. The … [Read more...]
There are ‘ghosts’ in our house, licence-wise
Haunting the highways….. Thousands of foreign "ghost drivers" are haunting UK roads, and it's perfectly legal, writes Robin Roberts. They can even be driving with penalty points or be disqualified and no-one in the UK knows. Highlighting a strange loophole in the law, Claims Management & Adjusting is calling for all UK residents to keep the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency informed … [Read more...]
Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (‘STEM’) at The British motor Museum
The British Motor Museum is to host a special day for girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths on Wednesday 29th June 2022... They tell us: This event will feature a host of interactive STEM based activities for girls in secondary school years 8 to 10. The day will begin with an exclusive keynote presentation and Q&A with Louise Reynolds, Vehicle Line Director at Jaguar Land … [Read more...]
A welcome return for Beaulieu’s 2022 Spring Autojumble
This year’s Spring Autojumble was held at Beaulieu over the weekend of 14th and 15th May, and to the joy of attendees and stallholders, was dry for the Saturday of the event, although cloud and rain made their presence felt on the Sunday. Kim Henson was delighted to be there again, following the springtime show’s absence since May 2019, due to Covid-19 lockdowns etc. Here’s how he saw … [Read more...]
Suzuki GB PLC among UK corporate sector donors providing record help for refugees
Unprecedented support from the British corporate sector as it stands with refugees... UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency’s charity partner in the UK, has raised more than £18 million in financial and gift-in-kind donations from corporations towards UNHCR’s response in Ukraine and neighbouring countries. More than 5 million people have now fled Ukraine and millions more have been displaced … [Read more...]
Used car sales thrive while new car sales stall
There's good news and there's bad... New car sales crumble again, solid sales of used-models. by Robin Roberts New car sales are still crumbling under the weight of supply shortages, rising costs and concerned buyers facing higher costs of living. UK new car registrations fell by -15.8% to 119,167 units in April, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Despite … [Read more...]
Xclusively Jaguar Magazine May 2022 issue – packed with information
If you are interested in all matters Jaguar, you will like Xclusively Jaguar magazine... Take a look at their latest, May 2022 issue, about which they tell us: It’s been a busy month at Xclusively Jaguar and it looks set to get even busier this year! At last we have some shows to attend, the first being the Jaguar Breakfast Club meeting on 2nd April, which was dedicated to the XJ40 and is … [Read more...]
Motor Ombudsman poll of new drivers reveals their level of interest in electric cars
Next generation of drivers, polled by The Motor Ombudsman, indicates their views on acquiring an electric car, plus their knowledge about the needs for having vehicles serviced and MoT tested... The Motor Ombudsman tells us: An online YouGov poll of nearly 500 prospective and existing learner drivers in Britain has revealed that nearly half of respondents (42%) would prefer … [Read more...]
Smart moves ahead…
smart thinking on the way forward – by Dave Moss smart has come a long way since the early 1980s, when the idea of the compact car which came to carry the name first began to take hold, born of growing concerns over congestion and urban air pollution. Production versions of the model we now recognise as the fortwo eventually emerged – after a very lengthy and troubled gestation – through a … [Read more...]
Classic Car Loan Project – A Success!
2022 April Gathering at The British Motor Museum... (All photographs copyright – from The Classic Car Loan Project). The Classic Car Loan Project (CCLP) celebrated 5 years of success with a gathering at The British Motor Museum, Gaydon, sponsored by Peter James Insurance and The FBHVC, with BMM providing excellent facilities. Some 15 of the 20+ cars in the current phase, ranging from 1929 … [Read more...]
Mission Motorsport’s Race of Remembrance, November 2022
Mission Motorsport arranges their 'Race to Remember'... Mission Motorsport announces 2022 Race of Remembrance Weekend: 11-13th November Open invitation for supporters to commemorate Remembrance at a whole host of events including Race of Remembrance at Anglesey, iRace of Remembrance, Race of Remembrance Karting and #YourRoR Pitlane Service of Remembrance to be live-streamed as … [Read more...]
Animal ‘enrichment’ at Chester Zoo helped by fire hoses donated by Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant
'Time-expired' fire hoses from Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port factory help Chester Zoo's animal keepers to enrich the lives of the animals that they care for... Vauxhall tells us: Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant donates 50 fire hoses to Chester Zoo; these old fire hoses are able to be repurposed to make hammocks and foraging tools, and provide climbing opportunities for zoo … [Read more...]
‘Simply Electric’ takes place at Beaulieu on 29th May 2022
For the second year in a row, Beaulieu hosts 'Simply Electric', on Sunday 29th May... They tell us: Beaulieu is buzzing with excitement as Simply Electric returns to the grounds of the National Motor Museum on Sunday 29th May. Returning for its second year, following its successful introduction to the packed Beaulieu events calendar in 2021, this year’s rally is set to bring together a … [Read more...]
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