A new attempt to create the Circuit of Wales is underway... ...writes Robin Roberts. The controversial £433M scheme on a mountainside overlooking Ebbw Vale was rejected for Welsh Government assistance in June 2017. The original proposers of the 2013 venture failed to secure the confidence of the Welsh Government which had put £9M into studies to turn over 800 acres of mountain moorland into a … [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 heartening news story – First Stop comes to the aid of rising star racer George Sutton
By George! First Stop supporting MINI star Sutton... The First Stop network has come to the rescue of many stranded motorists over the years, but none quite so talented – or more in need of tyres – than young driving star George Sutton. The 17-year-old racer is one of the leading lights of the MINI CHALLENGE series but was in danger of missing out on the last round of the season, … [Read more...]
Clydebank to host 2019 Monte Carlo Rally start
Clydebank is a 2019 Monte Carlo Rally starting point, with thousands of spectators expected... Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire has been chosen as the Scottish starting point for the Monte Carlo car rally next year. The world-famous event will see dozens of classic vehicles flagged off from Aurora Avenue in the town and is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the area. The cars will … [Read more...]
Book Review – A fascinating children’s story about a long-dormant Jaguar XK120 and its re-awakening
The XK Files: 120. Reviewed by Kim Henson. Author: Jennifer Barker (and illustrated by Robin Lawrie) Published by: Porter Press International Ltd; https://porterpress.co.uk/ 128 pages; softback Price: £6.99 UK; $9.99 USA. ISBN: 978-1-907085-72-7 When I was a lad I used to love reading, as well as being interested in motor cars, and I was always excited to find books that heavily … [Read more...]
Full stop… Goodbye to the traditional handbrake lever?
Apparently just 37 per cent of new cars are now fitted with a conventional handbrake lever/manual parking brake... CarGurus research reveals that just over a third of new cars have a traditional handbrake. Only two mainstream manufacturers offer a manually-operated parking brake on their entire model ranges Premium makers such as Audi, Jaguar and Land Rover have ditched handbrakes in … [Read more...]
Gadgets that may help to reduce accidents and lower insurance premiums…
'Big Brother?' ...Or technologies that may help to reduce accident rates on our road (and insurance premiums)? In the year ending June 2017 there were 1,710 reported road fatalities in the UK as recorded by the Department for Transport, suggesting a need for drivers to take measures to either improve their levels of driving, or to use technical solutions to make them safer drivers. … [Read more...]
50 Not Out – The Great Dorset Steam Fair
From small beginnings in the late 1960s, the Great Dorset Steam Fair has grown to become the largest and most well known event of its type in the world. Kim Henson was there again this year for the unique '500 at 50' event… Loved for its huge variety of vintage and classic vehicles (including cars, commercials, military vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles), ancient machinery of all types, … [Read more...]
Aston Martin Lagonda’s new generation of electric super-cars will be built in Wales, it confirmed today.
Robin Roberts reports on good news for Aston Martin and Wales... News that the new St Athan site will become its centre for electrification confirms an exclusive story which appeared on WheelsWithinWales earlier in March. The Aston Martin Rapide E will be the first Battery Electric Vehicle from the international luxury sporting brand in 2019 and St Athan will also assemble future … [Read more...]
Bridgestone appoints Ulf Harring as Chief Operating Officer EMEA
Bridgestone, said to be the world’s number one tyre and rubber company, has announced that Ulf Harring will take on a new role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The Swedish national has extensive experience in a number of areas. At the time of his appointment to Bridgestone, Mr Harring was COO and Executive Vice President at Bosch Siemens Home … [Read more...]
Suzuki tops the lot – according to ‘What Car?’ readers who are owners…
'What Car?' readers rate Suzuki as top of the tree for reliability. Kim Henson reports... Japanese cars in general have deservedly earned respect for their dependability, and, more specifically, for many years motor trade contacts and owners alike have been telling me about the real-world long-term reliability that has been rewarding the buyers of Suzuki vehicles. As one example, … [Read more...]
New car sales increase significantly during August…
New car registrations in Britain soared last month on the eve of an EU change in law which would ban models not meeting the tougher WLTP emissions test. Robin Roberts reports... Thousands of models across Europe were heavily discounted by dealers backed by car makers anxious to clear unsold stock of the NEDC tested models. This push and the fact some car makers are struggling to build cars … [Read more...]
Volvo Cars Poole becomes a Regional Business Centre for the Brand
Volvo Cars Poole - More than the Centre of Business! Dorset’s authorised Volvo retailer, Volvo Cars Poole, has become a Regional Business Centre for the brand. This achievement follows the relocation to brand new, Swedish inspired 1.5 acre premises on Ringwood Road in Poole earlier this year. As a Regional Business Centre, Volvo Cars Poole will be the south coast’s fleet and company car … [Read more...]
News – Classic Improvement – YOU can do it!
Learn new skills at the British Motor Museum... It is often taken for granted that classic car interest and ownership 'comes naturally', yet there are many who would like to become involved, but have never previously been involved with older vehicles and buying/restoring/maintaining/writing about/photographing/sketching them etc, and don't know quite where to begin... Fortunately help is now at … [Read more...]
Peugeot 308 GT Line Blue HDi 130 – Road Test
Peugeot 308 GT Line BlueHDI 130 automatic… …assessed by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The Peugeot 308 has been European Car of the Year and is very much up to date now after a comprehensive reworking and new Euro 6.2 rated engines. The Peugeot 308 succeeded the 307 in September 2007 with the first generation running until 2013, then voted CoY in 2014 with the second … [Read more...]
Your driveway could earn some cash…
‘Try’ to rent out your driveway on rugby match days? Strong demand for parking near Premiership rugby grounds Nearby homeowners can make significant amount of money from their empty driveway For rugby fans, parking on a rented driveway can be cheaper and more convenient than official alternatives As the new Premiership Rugby season soon kicks off, YourParkingSpace.co.uk is advising … [Read more...]
News – Bridgestone at IAA Show 2018
Bridgestone premieres leading-edge products and solutions offering ultimate efficiency, convenience and sustainability at IAA Commercial Vehicles Show 2018 (in Hannover, from 20th to 27th September). As what is claimed to be the world’s number one tyre and rubber company, Bridgestone says that it is committed to identifying and solving the challenges faced by fleets every day through premium … [Read more...]
Superhero Vehicles – Top Six favourites
Which Superhero Vehicle Would You Love to Drive to Work? Many of us dream of having some form of superpower. Whether that’s jumping tall buildings or being able to breathe underwater, most people have their favourite. If you find yourself stuck in rush hour traffic, however, you might think seriously about borrowing your favourite world saver’s car or bike. The team at OSV have now produced … [Read more...]
Daley Thompson, in conjunction with Bridgestone, invites public to help celebrate his 60th birthday
Daley Thompson invites the British public to join him at his pop-up gym on London’s Southbank as he celebrates his 60th birthday with Bridgestone... Bridgestone, claimed to be the world’s number one tyre and rubber company, and Worldwide Olympic Partner, have teamed up with double Olympic gold medalist, Daley Thompson, to encourage people to keep moving and chasing their dreams, … [Read more...]
Taking your car abroad? Let there be light – but ensure that your headlamps are legal and don’t dazzle others…
Venturing overseas with your vehicle? If your headlamp beams are not properly converted for driving in other countries, this can have serious and expensive consequences… Kim Henson reports. As with so many things in automotive life, things have become more complex in terms of modern headlamp design and operation, compared with the units of a few years ago. In turn this impacts on what you can do … [Read more...]
News – Classic Rallying Fun for the Future…
The classic motorsport world will be thrilled to hear that HERO and the ERA have reached an agreement for future global and UK events... says Robin Roberts. HERO (Historic Endurance Rallying Organisation) is to take over all the events organised by the ERA (Endurance Rally Association), and contracts have been exchanged with completion set for the very near future. More information will be … [Read more...]
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