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...]
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.
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...]
All-electric Lightning GT to go on display at The British Motor Museum
All-electric British-built Lightning GT is to go on display at The British Motor Museum until 2024... They tell us: One of two Lightning GTs ever made will be displayed at the British Motor Museum until 2024 and is the latest exciting and impressive vehicle to go on display at the Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The Lightning GT was created and built in just nine months by a small team at the … [Read more...]
Wellhouse Leisure produces its 1,000th Ford-based campervan, and introduces new Misano 4 model
Wellhouse Lesiure celebrates its 1,000th Ford campervan, and launches its new Misano 4 model... They tell us: Wellhouse Leisure recently produced its 1,000th Ford Transit-based campervan conversion since its first model (the Terrier) was launched in 2013 The 2022 Ford Transit Custom Misano 4 has the highest standard specification Wellhouse Leisure has ever offered on its Ford … [Read more...]
Genesis to open Salon Privé London with European unveiling of their GV60 electric vehicle
Inaugural Salon Privé London to be opened with European unveiling of the all-electric Genesis GV60 coupé crossover utility vehicle... We are told: European unveiling of Genesis GV60 at inaugural Salon Privé London Debut of the new Korean brand’s first all-electric car GV60 is the first model in the luxury brand’s electrification journey Highlight of the three day luxury car event, … [Read more...]
Suzuki upgrades the Across PHEV
Useful technology and equipment upgrades to the Across plug-in hybrid... Suzuki tells us: Suzuki launched the Across PHEV in Autumn 2020 and is pleased to announce several technology and standard equipment updates for 2022 which include an on-board AC charger increase to 6kW from 3kW enabling a much faster charging time. For example, if a 32A Rapid charge facility is used, battery charging … [Read more...]
Don’t ignore or put off your vehicle’s servicing, urges The Motor Ombudsman
The Motor Ombudsman advises motorists to keep vehicle servicing in mind in the face of cost of living increases... They tell us: A survey by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that 56% of UK car owners who do not have a service plan in place are considering either missing (33%) or delaying (23%) their vehicle’s annual service in 2022 to save money due to the sharp rise in the … [Read more...]
National Motoring Museum celebrates 50 years with ‘The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects’
Lord Montagu with The National Motor Museum's 1903 de Dion Bouton. Golden Anniversary celebrations for the National Motor Museum include 'The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects' exhibition. They tell us (all words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu): In celebration of the landmark golden half-century of the National Motor Museum, an anniversary exhibition telling The Story … [Read more...]
Motoring taxation news – what will the future hold?
Electric vehicles ahead… where is the replacement for road tax monies going to come from? MPs urge action to avoid a motoring taxation "black hole" – by Dave Moss. (All words and photograph by, and copyright, Dave Moss). Zero emission vehicles shouldn’t mean zero tax revenue, says Transport Committee. Transport committee MPs began a wide ranging enquiry into road pricing just over 12 … [Read more...]
Fuel’s gold – but for how much longer?…
A detailed look at alternative synthetic ‘e-fuels’, what they are and how they may (or may not) fit into the future of transport, classic and otherwise. By Dave Moss. Kim says: “Here is Dave’s very comprehensive article, in its entirety and as written by him and representing his own views following his in-depth ‘free rein’ analysis of the subject. I should mention that this was written … [Read more...]
FREE Gaydon Gathering events at The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum announces dates for the free-of-charge 2022 Gaydon Gatherings... The British Motor Museum’s 'Gaydon Gathering' events return for 2022 on Tuesday 12 April from 5pm – 8pm. Informal, fun evenings aimed at motoring enthusiasts, these events are completely free to attend, taking place outdoors on the Museum's arenas on the second Tuesday every month. Up to 500 vehicles … [Read more...]
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