The Motor Ombudman advises taking great care to avoid cutting corners when buying a secondhand car... They tell us: Research by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that over seven in ten consumers (73%1) would buy a car that was used rather than new in 2023 to help save money. For more than a quarter of them (28%), it would be their first experience of buying a secondhand … [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.
Diesel fuel price rip-off continues despite drops in wholesale prices, says the RAC
Forecourt price differential between petrol and diesel is now 17.5 pence per litre on average, despite wholesale prices being similar for the two fuels... The RAC tells us: ‘Forecourt price disparity between petrol and diesel is absolutely shocking’ If retailers were to do pass on savings diesel should fall to under 150p... The wholesale price of diesel is now on a par with petrol yet … [Read more...]
Suzuki goes an extra mile for customer warranties
Suzuki owners can extend their car's warranty, under the firm's new 'Service Activated Warranty' scheme, by having it serviced by a Suzuki dealer... Suzuki tells us... As ‘The Trusted Car brand for those who are proud to be different’ Suzuki GB PLC is very pleased to announce the imminent introduction of its Service Activated Warranty Scheme. Launching to customers on April 3rd, Service … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum launches campaign to run the Sunbeam 1,000hp record breaker at Daytona (again!)
A campaign by The National Motor Museum to run 'The Slug' again at Daytona... They tell us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum will launch the Sunbeam 1000hp Restoration Campaign on the anniversary of Major Henry Segrave’s Land Speed Record on March 29, to enable its colossal V12 aero engines to run again. Working together with Hampshire-based Brookspeed … [Read more...]
The motoring future is brought back from the past at The National Motor Museum
Looking back at the future... A headline exhibition at the National Motor Museum will look at future visions of the motor car from the past, ideas that have become reality and future visions still to be realised. Motopia? Past Future Visions will showcase a journey through 130 years of future thinking about automobility. They tell us: (Images: © National Motor Museum © Todd and … [Read more...]
Join ‘Bessie the Bus’ for her birthday bash at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon
Bessie the Bus to celebrate her centenary, at The British motor Museum... Plus there are many other Easter weekend activities to take place there... They tell us: (All words and photograph from The British Motor Museum). Visitors are invited to join ‘Bessie the Bus’ for her birthday bash at the British Motor Museum this Easter from 1 – 16 April. Bessie is an AEC S-type Bus on long term loan … [Read more...]
Free of charge Gaydon Gatherings at the British Motor Museum during 2023…
Dates announced for British Motor Museum's free of charge Gaydon Gatherings in 2023... The British Motor Museum’s 'Gaydon Gathering' events return on Tuesday 11 April 2023 from 5pm – 8:30pm. Informal, fun evenings aimed at motoring enthusiasts, these events are free to attend, taking place outside on the Museum's arenas on the second Tuesday of each month. Up to 500 vehicles attended last year’s … [Read more...]
Touring Car Treats at Donington Historic Festival, 29th/30th April 2023
Classic Touring Car action to savour at the end of April at Donington... Donington tells us: Touring Car fans are in for an absolute treat at this year’s Donington Historic Festival (29/30 April), with five spectacular races featuring the ever-popular tin-tops. Coming just a week after Donington Park plays host to today’s cars and stars with the opening round of the Kwik Fit BTCC, the Festival … [Read more...]
RAC analyses MoT test failures…
The RAC says that brake and tyre defects cause the most dangerous MoT falures... They tell us: Lamps, reflectors and indicators top the league of MOT failures Switched on drivers pass their MOT tests by looking after their lights Lamps, reflectors and indicators continue to be the most frequent reasons for vehicles* fail their MOTs, but it’s problems with brakes and tyres that … [Read more...]
Slow, slow, slow – Britain’s worst areas to drive in to make progress!
A new survey shows up the slowest progress in areas around Britain... The brand new study, conducted by Moneybarn, has analysed England’s biggest towns and cities based on their average speed, the number of roads requiring maintenance, average daily traffic flow and hours lost in congestion to reveal England’s slowest areas to drive in. They tell us: You can view the full research … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum seeks new Chair of Trustees
The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, is looking for a new Chair of Trustees to help lead the museum into a bright future... They tell us: (Words and photograph from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum is looking for a new chair of its board of trustees, someone with the skills and ambition to help shape and drive forward its future. The successful volunteer will join the National Motor … [Read more...]
The Little Car Company showcases its vehicles on the frozen lake at St. Moritz
Classic designs in scaled down form by The Little Car Company put through their paces at St. Moritz... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The Little Car Company). The Little Car Company recently showcased four of its scaled, electrified icons at the International Concours of Elegance at St. Moritz between 24-25 February Visitors were able to test drive the Bugatti … [Read more...]
For Your Bookshelf – ‘Win 1 – The remarkable life of the unassuming racer’
Letitia Mace of Xclusively Jaguar reviews “Win 1 …. The Remarkable Life of the Unassuming Racer” If you are looking for a good read that relates to a native of Dorset who put his name indelibly into the motorsport hall of fame, Win Percy’s biography could be just the book you need! I first met Win Percy in June 2012. At the time he was already living in Spain, having moved there for health … [Read more...]
Secondhand buying – proceed with care! Robin Roberts advises… and bought a Toyota…
Buy with your head (not your heart!)… ...says Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Robin ventures into the used car market in the form of a tidy Toyota Auris, but first gives sound advice on how to avoid pitfalls and scams when buying used… Car buying scams are on the rise, driven by criminals hoping to take advantage of drivers searching online for their next set of wheels. The … [Read more...]
Diesel price rip-off for motorists at pumps – once again!
Once again motorists are paying over the odds for their fuel... especially diesel... so says the RAC... They tell us: Fuel prices fall for fourth month in a row but dark clouds loom. Petrol falls by 1p and diesel by 3p – but the latter remains seriously over-priced at forecourts. With household finances under even more pressure than a year ago, the RAC urges the Chancellor to retain … [Read more...]
The Real Italian Car Company launches – with real classic Fiat 500s!
Fancy a classic Fiat 500 rebuilt in line with your personal wishes? The newly-established Real Italian Car Company can help you fulfil your dream... The Real Italian Car Company has been set up by three devotees of this much-loved, big-hearted and still highly effective Italian classic automotive 'baby'. They tell us: London and Lucca, February 28, 2023 The Real Italian Car Company … [Read more...]
MG Motor UK and its nationwide dealer network gain accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman
MG joins the growing line-up of automotive businesses accredited to The Motor Ombudsman... MG Motor UK gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars, joining 40 other vehicle manufacturers signed up to the Code In addition, nearly 160 sites in MG’s nationwide UK franchise dealer network have joined The Motor Ombudsman’s Vehicle … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum adds a second motorcycle exhibition in conjunction with Triumph
'History in the Making' – a new exhibition at The British Motor Museum, in collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles... The British Motor Museum tells us: The British Motor Museum has expanded its visitor appeal and opened another exciting motorcycle exhibition in a new collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles. The first exhibition opened last July to celebrate one of its most iconic road and race … [Read more...]
Suzuki Swace updated and enhanced
Suzuki's Swace hybrid estate car has been updated and extensively revised (2023 models)... In brief, Suzuki tells us: Swace is Suzuki’s mid-sized estate offering drivers excellent efficiency, space and versatility combined with dynamic styling. 2023 model update now on sale with new model grade structure - Motion and Ultra. Significant changes to Engine and Hybrid system with enhanced … [Read more...]
BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair Returns to Beaulieu this April
Beaulieu is a major centre of interest for motoring enthusiasts but of course many motorists and their families are also keen on gardening, so the return of the BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair to Beaulieu this April (Friday 28th to Sunday 30th) may appeal across the board... ...and a spectacular Hillier Secret Garden is promised too. Beaulieu tells us: Exciting new highlights are being … [Read more...]
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