In this eighth article in our series of significant Vauxhall models to appear since the company's arrival in the early years of the last century, we focus on the short-lived, but utterly memorable Firenza HP ‘Droopsnoot’ of the 1970s. (All information and photographs from Vauxhall). A ground-breaker for Vauxhall in so many ways, this car became the flag-bearer for the company’s motorsport … [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.
Enjoy ‘stay at home’ activities with the British Motor Museum!
British Motor Museum offers entertaining and educational activities during these 'stay at home' times... Despite the restrictions associated with the coronavirus and having to temporarily close the Museum, the British Motor Museum has organised a range of ‘stay at home’ activities for families to enjoy in the safety of their own homes. The activities were originally planned for May half term … [Read more...]
What do all those markings mean on your vehicle’s tyres?
TALKING TYRES by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Washing a car the other day and my eyes were attracted to the tyres, specifically what all those numbers and letters might mean... It was just as well because two needed changing and I know it's important to get not only the correct size but also their loading weight, as set out in the manufacturer’s handbook. They might all … [Read more...]
100 years of Mazda – and 60 years of their two door coupés
Mazda is celebrating its centenary, and six decades of innovative and stylish two door coupé models... (All information and photographs courtesy of Mazda). Mazda’s first car: the R360 was a stylish micro coupé launched in 1960 for Japan’s Kei car segment. Launched in 1967, the Mazda Cosmo was a ground-breaking performance coupé for Mazda. Today the style of concepts like … [Read more...]
David Miles’ Motoring News Round-up No. 6
MOTORING MILESTONE NEWS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED. David Miles (Miles Better News Agency) enlightens us… Another week has gone by and here I am still keeping calm and carrying on despite very mixed messages from our Government about what we can or should do during – now it appears – slightly relaxed semi lock-down period. But no longer is it the same rules in each of our four domestic … [Read more...]
Vauxhall Classics No. 7 – XVR Concept, 1966
In our seventh feature in this series looking at significant Vauxhall models through the decades since the company's inception, we focus on a product from what was, for 20 years, the UK’s leading design facility: Vauxhall’s Design & Engineering Centre. The XVR was so nearly a production reality, but Opel’s GT – a similar design and concept – failed commercially, which gave Vauxhall cold … [Read more...]
Suzuki at 100 – Paying tribute to Sir Stirling Moss and looking at Suzuki’s 1960s models
Tribute to Sir Stirling Moss (1929-2020)... (All information and photographs courtesy of Suzuki). 2020 is Suzuki’s 100th Anniversary with Michio Suzuki having first started in business in March 1920 with the manufacture of textile looms. These became more advanced and very popular right through to the early 1950’s when there was a global decline in the Cotton industry. Initial development … [Read more...]
Fascinating depreciation figures for electric cars versus internal combustion powered versions
ELECTRIC CAR VALUES INITIALLY ON A CHARGE… …By Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The electric car market is on a charge. Evermore new models are coming to join an ever growing market place and their numbers are expected to swell very quickly once the coronavirus lockdown ends and some semblance of normality returns to showrooms. So it was interesting to study the results of a … [Read more...]
David Miles’ Motoring News Round-up No. 5
MOTORING MILESTONE NEWS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED… …By David Miles (Miles Better News Agency). I’m still keeping calm and carrying on sifting through the latest automotive news items and press releases pinging into my Inbox. Whilst the COVIC-19 news is not good there are some brighter worthwhile snippets of information worth passing on. New life goes on - Toyota Corolla proves reliant for … [Read more...]
A century not out… Suzuki celebrates 100 years… Here’s the story of their early car models
Suzuki's early cars – The Suzulight models of the 1950s... (All information and photographs courtesy of Suzuki). 2020 is Suzuki’s 100th Anniversary with Michio Suzuki having first started in business in March 1920 with the manufacture of textile looms. These became more advanced and very popular right through to the early 1950’s when there was a global decline in the cotton … [Read more...]
Fixter advises – Check your car to keep it safe and ready for action
FIXTER, ONLINE CAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE PROVIDER, OFFERS TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR CAR ROADWORTHY AFTER SITTING IDLE DURING LOCKDOWN Fixter, the UK’s first end-to-end online car maintenance service provider, offers all car users expert tips on which vehicle parts require extra attention at the end of lockdown Fixter garage partners offer advice on precautions that can minimise the risk of … [Read more...]
A van tops the UK vehicle sales charts
A van has become Britain’s best selling vehicle during the coronavirus lockdown according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Robin Roberts (and Wheels Within Wales) reports... While the Mercedes Sprinter delivered for dealers the chaotic charts saw the pure electric Tesla Model 3 top the passenger car list, but even that couldn’t match the … [Read more...]
Need work carried out on your car? Fixter may be able to help you
FIXTER LINKS INDEPENDENT GARAGES WITH OWNERS NEEDING WORK ON THEIR CARS… …By Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). In a period of continually rising prices, one business is delivering potentially big savings and changing the way thousands of owners get their cars serviced. It’s also giving an unexpected boost to hard pressed independent garages. We are all accustomed to doorstep … [Read more...]
Easy Tips To Help You Pass Your Test The First Time
This may help you pass your driving test the first time... It’s never easy to take your driving test for the first time, but it’s even worse when you have to go through the experience again and again. As the number of learner drivers passing their test the first time drops, it’s clear that the tests are getting more difficult and that learners need to work harder if they want to achieve their … [Read more...]
David Miles’ Motoring News Round-up No. 4
MOTORING MILESTONE NEWS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED… …By David Miles (Miles Better News Agency). I’m still keeping calm and carrying on sifting through the latest automotive news items and press releases pinging into my Inbox. Some are less ‘newsy’ than others and some press releases are just recycled items as PR operators seek to keep us informed by promoting their brands. Here are some worthwhile … [Read more...]
What price electric vehicles in the UK and abroad?
PRICEY OR PRICELESS – ELECTRIC CARS AROUND THE WORLD. We know electric cars are expensive in Britain, but they can be a fraction of the price charged in other countries, writes David Miles & Robin Roberts (Miles Better News Agency)… Somemes they are dearer in the UK, but overall a survey for Compare the Market found Britain ranked 13th out of nearly 50 locations. Here is a link to the … [Read more...]
David Miles’ Motoring News Round-up No. 3
A look at some aspects you may have missed during the last week… Our comprehensive guide is David Miles (Miles Better News Agency). As the COVID-19 lock-down continues for another three weeks at least the motoring world needs to carry on, as does our service to supply interesting news items you may have overlooked. Here are a few I have selected for this week’s ‘Miles on the road motoring … [Read more...]
Drink Driving? Information you need to know…
Have You Been Convicted of Drink Driving? Here's What You Need to Know Drink driving convictions are something we all try to avoid, which is understandable given the stigma attached and the possible damage it can cause. There are also the ramifications of such a conviction, though these aren’t as well known. If you’ve been convicted for drink driving, it will impact your life in a variety of … [Read more...]
Vauxhall Classics No. 4 – 1937 to 1940 Ten-Four H-Type
In feature No. 4 in a series covering significant Vauxhall models through the decades, we take a look at an innovative and ahead-of-its-time family saloon from 1937, the H-Type Ten-Four... (All information and photographs from Vauxhall). VAUXHALL H-TYPE TEN-FOUR In 1937, Vauxhall’s H-type ‘Ten-Four’ model turned the booming 10 hp (RAC rating) market on its head. It was … [Read more...]
Norton Motorcycles goes to India…
TVS Motor – the £16m Indian takeaway of the British Norton Brand. By Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). TVS Motor from India has confirmed they have purchased Norton Motorcycles for £16 million. The iconic British motorcycle brand of the Norton slid into administration in February this year after having sold only 128 motorcycles globally in 2019. The company was rescued by TVS … [Read more...]
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