Hundreds of motoring and vintage stands to explore at this year's Beaulieu International Autojumble, on 14th/15th September... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Beaulieu’s International Autojumble returns for another jam-packed weekend of automotive treasure-hunting. From crucial spare parts and tools for historic car projects to automobilia, model cars and … [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 car registrations amount to one million in six months
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports on car makers’ million registrations in six months... The UK new car market has hit the million motors mark (within the first six months of the year) for the first time in five years, after new car registrations rose in June by a modest 1.1% to reach 179,263 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. As a result, so far in … [Read more...]
Suzuki voted best manufacturer by dealers, in the Car Dealer Power Survey
Dealers vote Suzuki as 'Best Manufacturer' in the 2024 Car Dealer Power Survey... Suzuki tells us: (All words and images from Suzuki). The full list of car manufacturers have been announced in the 2024 Car Dealer Power Survey and we’re proud to announce that Suzuki has been voted Best Manufacturer overall out of a total of 25 brands. Suzuki received an average score of 90.8% satisfaction … [Read more...]
New Suzuki Swift Hybrid – Road Test (plus Suzuki’s range electrification plans)
Kim Henson test drives Suzuki’s latest, fourth generation version of its Swift compact supermini... (Photographs and words by, and copyright, Kim Henson). Big news from Suzuki is that the firm plans to introduce its first fully electric car later in 2024, with further EV models arriving through to 2030. In order to make way for the new electric models, Suzuki is discontinuing (by early 2025 … [Read more...]
Misunderstood and perplexing road markings – this may help to clarify!
Road markings that can challenge our understanding... Instarmac (https://www.instarmac.co.uk/products/ultratile/) tells us… Dubbed ‘Britain’s most bonkers’ road markings, Clevedon in north Somerset’s infamous wiggly road markings have finally been removed – costing an additional £425,000 on top of the initial £1.357m invested in the seaside regeneration scheme. Understandably, drivers were … [Read more...]
‘Jump starting’ – but safer, and not as we know it
CTEK's 'CS FREE' Adaptive Booster and Battery Charger can get your car going without risk of damage, and keep the battery on top form... CTEK tells us: (Image and all words from CTEK). Facing a dead battery can be a frustrating experience, especially when you're in a hurry or far from help. Jumpstarting a car is a common solution, but traditional methods involving jump cables and jump … [Read more...]
Cataclean and ‘Clean Air Day’
Cataclean champions 'Clean Air Day' They tell us: (Image and all words from Cataclean). As the world prioritises cleaner air, the automotive aftermarket industry must step up to support emissions reduction efforts, says Cataclean, a leading brand in automotive additives, as it celebrates national Clean Air Day 2024. Held on 20th June, Clean Air Day aims to raise awareness about … [Read more...]
A new book tells the inside story of the British Leyland/Rover collaboration with Honda
'The Viking and the Samurai' is a new, eyewitness account, book telling the story of an unlikely automotive partnership... The Rover 200 & 400 Owners Club (publishers of the book) tells us: (All words and images from the Club). In the 1970s British Leyland was navigating tough times, with regular industrial action, lack-lustre products, financial challenges and competitor pressure … [Read more...]
Suzuki Swace gains technology upgrades
Technology levels raised still further in Suzuki's Swace. They tell us: (Image and all words from Suzuki). Following on from its powertrain and equipment upgrades last year, the Swace Full Hybrid model has recently received some upgrades for mid-2024 offering an even higher level of technology as standard. Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) is now included for both Motion and Ultra … [Read more...]
Händler Protect joins The Motor Ombudsman’s Vehicle Warranty Products Code
The Motor Ombudsman adds Händler Protect to its comprehensive Vehicle Warranty Products Code. The Motor Ombudman tells us... (Image and all words from the Motor Ombudsman). Händler Protect joins The Motor Ombudsman’s long-standing Motor Industry Code of Practice for Vehicle Warranty Products The Code, which next month, celebrates fifteen years of operation in the … [Read more...]
Bikers to Beaulieu…
Motorcyclists invited to attend the first ever Beaulieu Bikers' Day event... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Owners of all motorbikes are invited to ride through the New Forest to attend Beaulieu’s first ever Bikers’ Day on Saturday 6th July. Attendees will be able to park their pride and joy in the grounds of the National Motor Museum where they can catch up … [Read more...]
Tyres Under Pressure? The Motor Ombudsman reports that failing to maintain tyres is an expensive omission…
'Make Time For Tyres': Check your tyre pressures and treads... advises The Motor Ombudsman. They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). A study by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that the nation’s drivers may be unnecessarily forfeiting the use of at least £112 million worth of tyres every year due to under- inflation An estimated 57% of cars on UK roads are … [Read more...]
‘Covid’ cars, some with ‘missing’ items, are appearing on the used car market…
“Covid cars” – models made during the pandemic with irregular specifications – are causing valuation issues as they start to appear on the used market, says the Vehicle Remarketing Association. Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports... Marcus Blakemore, chair of the trade body’s Industry Trends Committee, said that dealers and traders were buying cars expecting them to meet certain … [Read more...]
Four nostalgic motoring shows to take place at the British Motor Museum in July 2024
Enjoy four heritage shows at The British Motor Museum this July... They tell us: (All words and images from the British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum will host four nostalgic motoring shows in July. These will include the Wythall Busfest on 6 July, the BMC & Leyland Show supported by Peter James Insurance on 14 July and the Old Ford Rally supported by Peter James Insurance and … [Read more...]
Subaru, Toyota and Mazda commit to new engine development, towards carbon neutrality
New internal combustion engines to be developed, tailored to an era of electrification and running on carbon-neutral fuels... They tell us: (Image and words from Mazda Motor Europe). Hiroshima / Leverkusen, May 2024. Subaru Corporation (Subaru), Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) have each committed to developing new engines tailored to electrification … [Read more...]
For Your Bookshelf: “Classic Racing” (On track action captured at the Silverstone Classic Festival 2012 – 2023)
Reviewed by Kim Henson Author: Peter Osborne Published by: ‘From the Driving Seat’: www.fromthedrivingseat.com 260 pages (A4 landscape pages, paperback) UK Price: £29.95 including p. and p; order direct from the publisher, website details above. ISBN: 978-1-3999-7834-7 This comprehensive book covers, in superb colour photographs taken by author Peter Osborne, and with concise yet … [Read more...]
What future for classics? Views are sought on the way ahead…
Government consultation under way on DVLA/DVSA rules for classic vehicles - by Dave Moss Speaking at a recent Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance (HCVA) event, Secretary of State for Transport, Mark Harper, asked the classic car community and industry to help future-proof historic vehicles by responding to a current Government consultation into how best to support Britain’s classic car sector … [Read more...]
Classic and vintage commercials galore at The British Motor Museum
Travel backwards in time on the road at the 'Classic & Vintage Commercials Show' at The British Motor Museum... They tell us: (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to step back in time when it hosts the ‘Classic and Vintage Commercial Show’ on 8 and 9 June. The show offers visitors a rare opportunity to reminisce about days … [Read more...]
Limited Edition INEOS Grenadier 1924 celebrates Belstaff’s Centenary
INEOS Automotive introduces first limitted-edition Grenadier, celebrating 100 years of iconic clothing brand Belstaff... They tell us: (All words and images from INEOS Automotive). INEOS Automotive releases first limited-edition Grenadier called the 1924 to celebrate the first 100 years of iconic clothing brand Belstaff Production run of 1,924 vehicles feature a bold contrasting colour … [Read more...]
Minis and Metros to be celebrated at The British Motor Museum
Minis and Metros galore at The British Motor Museum on Sunday 2nd June... They tell us: (Image and all words from The British Motor Museum). Visitors and enthusiasts can see hundreds of these beloved British cars when the British Motor Museum hosts the National Metro & Mini Show supported by Peter James Insurance on Sunday 2 June. This popular show is regarded as the favourite event of … [Read more...]
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