Changes to the MoT test coming up on 20th May 2018... Dave Moss comprehensively explains what's happening. Various changes to the MOT test rules in England Scotland and Wales come in to force on Sunday May 20th 2018. Most of them affect all light vehicles over 3 years old, but there is also a big change for owners of classic vehicles. From that date, cars, vans, motorcycles and other light … [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.
Insurance renewals – it’s ALWAYS best to tell the truth!
Tens of thousands of cars will come up for insurance renewal each month but you may be unwittingly breaking the law when you renew... Some insurance policies automatically renew in some cases but even then any change in personal circumstances not declared to the provider mean you will possibly have no cover in the event of a claim. Look at our handy guide to check if any of these apply to you … [Read more...]
Taking your vehicle abroad? Make sure that you, and it, are fully prepared!
The Motor Ombudsman has a six-point checklist for vehicles and travel this Easter... (Words from Robin Roberts, photograph by Kim Henson). Having a car that is roadworthy and a journey well planned will help avoid any unforeseen delays during this year’s first long weekend. Every fluid and lubricant is critical to components being able to operate efficiently, such as the brakes, engine … [Read more...]
Modern headlights too bright?
Modern car headlights might be a shining safety issue because they are too bright, suggests the RAC. The headlights of some newer cars are so bright they are causing a road safety hazard for drivers with as many as two-thirds (65%) of motorists saying they regularly get dazzled by oncoming headlights even though they are dipped. Fifteen per cent of motorists surveyed by the RAC claim they have … [Read more...]
Fossil fuels, electricity, biofuels?
Why we need biofuels for a green future, according to oponeo.co.uk … Kim says: Words (and opinions) plus images in this feature are from oponeo.co.uk/ They say… Apart from producing huge amounts of pollution, fossil fuels are bound to run out. That’s a fact. Scientists have been searching for renewable power sources for ages, with the most successful one up to date being electricity. Electric … [Read more...]
‘PistonHeads’ motoring community highlights favourite aspirational cars
Pagani Zonda is the UK’s fantasy car purchase... Italian supercar tops list of aspirational cars to own picked by PistonHeads community Top 25 cars to have in a dream garage a mix of modern and classic sportscars PistonHeads classifieds features almost 115,000 used performance and prestige cars View image gallery of the top 25 fantasy car buys at: … [Read more...]
Car financing – Are motorists “In too deep”?
Jonathan Davidson, ‘Executive Director of Supervision – Retail and Authorisations’ at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned that many people are “in too deep” with their household borrowing, adding that credit levels were close to a high seen in 2008. He highlighted the vulnerability of those who are just about coping at the moment with affording to repay loans, but who may well … [Read more...]
Ferrari: Under the Skin – Enlightening exhibition now on in London
Kim Henson visits a unique exhibition of interest to anyone who likes motoring history in general, sports/racing cars and Ferrari in particular… (All words and photographs by Kim). For most motoring enthusiasts the Ferrari name conjours up thoughts and images relating to speed, style, technical prowess, motorsport success and a unique sporting character. Celebrating all of these aspects and … [Read more...]
The Guild of Motoring Writers features in a new permanent exhibition at the National Motor Museum
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu now has a new display all about the Guild of Motoring Writers, including its long history and what it does today... Chris Adamson reports. The Guild of Motoring Writers’, the world’s oldest and largest organisation for automotive journalists has a new expanded and updated permanent exhibition at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. The display, in its own … [Read more...]
The Ultimate UK Holiday Road Trip? Take a Tour…
Suggestions for a trip around Britain in under a month... If you’re looking to explore everything the UK has to offer, vehicle leasing company OSV have now produced a new infographic for the ultimate holiday road trip. From the heights of Snowdonia to the City of London, the joys of the Lake District and the world famous Loch Ness, there’s plenty of fun and … [Read more...]
Second Aston Martin model could be built in south Wales
Another amazing Aston Martin may be produced at St. Athan. Robin Roberts (Miles Better News Agency) reports... A second stunning Aston Martin model could be heading for the new production lines being installed in its St Athan plant outside Cardiff. This week, Aston Martin presented the Lagonda Vision Concept at the Geneva Motor Show and marked the beginning of a new range of state of the … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s 50th International Autojumble – second top tourism award!
Beaulieu gains further acclamation... (Photographs courtesy National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). Beaulieu’s landmark 50th International Autojumble has won a second top tourism award by winning the Best Event/Exhibition category in the UK Heritage Awards. A panel of tourism industry experts picked the internationally-acclaimed International Autojumble as a shining example of a … [Read more...]
Two Ginetta G58s to contest Creventic 12 Hours race at Silverstone
Two Ginetta G58s bid for victory in the Silverstone 12 Hours... Two Ginetta G58s are set to take on the mighty Silverstone 12 Hours this weekend (09/10 March). Fresh from a double victory in Dubai, the Ginetta remains the car to beat. Simpson Motorsport will field the all-star line-up, which includes Steve Tandy, Bob Berridge, Mike Simpson, Neale Muston, John Corbett and Andreas … [Read more...]
60 Not Out!! ‘Car Mechanics’ magazine still helps motorists get the best from their vehicles… Special celebratory issue out on 15th March.
Kim Henson reports on one of the longest-running motoring magazines – going strong after 60 years, despite huge changes in car technologies and fashions. In the spring of 1958 a new motoring magazine caused something of a stir; the first issue of ‘Car Mechanics’ appeared, with the cover date April 1958. Like its long-established rival ‘Practical Motorist’, it aimed to help advise readers on how … [Read more...]
New Renault Mégane R.S. shod with Bridgestone Potenza S001 tyres
New Bridgestone Potenza S001 tyre engineered specifically for Renault's latest hot hatchback... The New Renault Mégane R.S. has been updated with state-of-the-art technology for greater agility, efficiency and driving enjoyment. These innovations still rely on the right tyres which is why Bridgestone engineered every aspect of the Potenza S001 to match the new design of the iconic … [Read more...]
Kia Stinger 2.0 – Brief Impressions
Kieron Fennelly assesses the 2.0 litre version of Kia's Stinger... (Photograph and all words by Kieron). A company whose attractive styling usually masks conservative engineering, Kia, hitherto known for its mass market offerings surprised most observers in 2017 with its Stinger, its first foray into the premium car market. Although not averse to an element of adventurousness in its marketing, … [Read more...]
Kim’s Tips: Extreme Winter Motoring – Take care; don’t be a Chilly Billy…
Colder and colder… don’t get caught out… Kim Henson advises: Stay safe, keep mobile and warm, and look after your car. With temperatures already low and forecast to plummet still further, and with predicted heavy snowfalls across the U.K. this week featuring prominently in all the weather forecasts that I have seen/heard in the last few days and hours, now is the time to think seriously about … [Read more...]
Volvo Cars Poole moves to new premises
Onwards and Upwards... New Move and New Model for Volvo Cars Poole. Dorset’s authorised Volvo retailer, Volvo Cars Poole, is expanding into new, luxury premises. Established in 2015, the company, which is owned by Ocean Automotive, has outgrown its current showroom at Holes Bay in Poole and is moving into a purposely-refurbished new showroom and workshop on Ringwood Road on Monday 26th … [Read more...]
Bridgestone working towards more sustainable rubber supplies
Bridgestone Collaborating with NRgene on Guayule Research. Collaboration will sequence and assemble guayule genomes... Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) and NRGene, a genomic big data solutions company, are collaborating on research efforts to enhance the company’s U.S. alternative domestic natural rubber breeding program. They will be working in tandem to sequence and … [Read more...]
Welsh TT suffers another blow
Welsh TT now cancelled... By Robin Roberts. Another blow has hit plans to bring back Manx-style TT-road races to Wales. Cancellation of this year’s Welsh Road Race was announced earlier this month after the organisers failed to meet a strict list of safety and administrative requirements of motor-cycle racing’s UK governing body. The event, last run in 1954, was announced at the 2017 … [Read more...]
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