Chris Adamson reports… (All words and photographs by and © Chris Adamson). A new exhibition to mark 75 years since the inaugural Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship in 1950 is set to be opened to the public at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu on Saturday 24 May. Ahead of the public unveiling, Wheels-Alive was given a sneak look under the covers as the final finishing touches were … [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.
Beaulieu Spring Autojumble 2025 – Sunshine, classics and components galore; another great weekend!
Kim writes: “Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble is always in my diary as a ‘must-see’ event, and I was there again this year, thankfully with sunshine galore to help the weekend along. Here is how my visit worked out...” (All words © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive; photographs © Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually credited). This year I decided, “I will not buy any more cars or parts at the … [Read more...]
National Mini Day at Beaulieu 2025 coming soon… on Sunday 8th June.
The Mini Cooper Register's biggest event of summer 2025... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Preparations are nearly complete for National Mini Day, Mini Cooper Register's biggest event of the summer, which will be held on Sunday 8th June at Beaulieu, Hampshire. Open to all Minis, classic and modern, the theme for the day will be 60th Anniversary … [Read more...]
Don’t miss the Beaulieu Spring Autojumble – THIS weekend!
Kim writes: “Happening this coming weekend (17th and 18th May 2025) is Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble – don’t miss it!” (Photograph and all words © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive). This weekend will see enthusiasts arriving at Beaulieu to survey the stands packed with automotive components and ‘treasures’, plus a wide variety of vehicle and club displays. These will include a special line-up of … [Read more...]
KGM Actyon – Brief First Impressions
Kim Henson briefly samples KGM’s Actyon coupé-style SUV… (All words and photographs © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive). Recently I had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the KGM Actyon, driving on a variety of roads in north Wiltshire. This newcomer is powered by a 1.5 litre G-DI turbocharged engine (producing 163 PS at 5,00 to 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 280 Nm or 207 lb.ft between … [Read more...]
A world of patterns this May half-term at The British Motor Museum
Half-term pattern fun at The British Motor Museum... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). This Half-Term from 24 May – 1 June 2025, the British Motor Museum is inviting families to discover patterns of all kinds within their car collection. Patterns are everywhere in the world of cars. From elegant detailing on a car’s body, to charming designs in the … [Read more...]
May 2025 half-term fun at Beaulieu, including New Forest Folklore and Formula 1
Plenty to see and do during the May 2025 half-term... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Adventure awaits this May half-term as magic and motorsport collide with brand new additions to the Beaulieu attraction. From 24 May – 1 June, uncover New Forest Folklore in a Fairies, Witches and Dragons Trail, then feel the thrill in the brand-new "Icons of F1” … [Read more...]
Suzuki celebrates 70 years of the Suzulight – the firm’s very first car
Suzuki's first car arrived 70 years ago... Suzuki tells us: (All words and photographs from Suzuki). This Autumn, as Suzuki gets ready to launch e Vitara, it’s very first electric vehicle, it’s well worth reflecting on where it all began for Suzuki Motor Corporation 70 years ago. Back in the Autumn of 1955, Michio Suzuki personally delivered a Suzulight, his very first production car to a … [Read more...]
Handmade poppy tribute on display at Buckler’s Hard for the 80th anniversary of VE Day
Handmade poppies at Buckler's Hard remind us of the courage, sacrifice and resilience of those who served... The Buckler's Hard team tells us: (All words and photographs from Buckler's Hard). On Thursday 8th May, Buckler’s Hard proudly joins the nation in marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. To remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served, the team at the 18th … [Read more...]
Custom specialist Andy Saunders to unveil his latest creation at the 2025 Custom & American Show at Beaulieu
Above: Andy Saunders' latest custom creation in progress... Beaulieu tells us: (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). Well renowned car customiser and brand ambassador Andy Saunders is set to unveil his latest creation at Beaulieu’s Custom and American Show on Father's Day, Sunday 15th June. Originally designed by Dodge’s Bill Brownlie and brought to life by legendary customiser … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman’s 2025 Awards unveiled
2025 Star Awards announced by The Motor Ombudsman, to shine a light on a new generation of Star performers... The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (Photograph and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). • The Motor Ombudsman has unveiled the sixth edition of its annual Star Awards to recognise individuals and Motor Ombudsman-accredited businesses across the UK that have gone the extra mile when … [Read more...]
Half-term fun at Beaulieu, uncovering the history of New Forest folklore along the new Enchanting Trail
Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Beaulieu’s Mill Pond Walk will become home to a mythical New Forest Folklore: Fairies, Witches and Dragon trail from the 1st May – 8th June 2025. Returning following its success in 2024, the willow figures and interactive features will delight visitors of all ages with its magical blend of fantasy, folklore and artistry. The … [Read more...]
Homegrown Harvest Inspiration at the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair at Beaulieu this May
Beaulieu hosts this year's BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th May 2025... Kim writes, "Beaulieu is the home of the National Motor Museum, and of course hosts many vehicle-related events each year. However, in addition the annual BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair is held there, and this year's event will take place from 2nd to 4th May. I am including details of it here … [Read more...]
Garages identify the five most delayed aspects of car maintenance by customers, in a Motor Ombudsman study
The Motor Ombudsman tells us... (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). • A survey of vehicle repairers across the UK by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed the five most delayed areas of vehicle maintenance by customers when it comes to caring for their car • As financial pressures on households mount, over half of those polled (56%) have seen motorists readily putting off essential … [Read more...]
Gaydon Land Rover Show returns for 11th year!
To be held at The British Motor Museum on 3rd and 4th May 2025, this always popular Gaydon Land Rover Show will soon be here. The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The hugely popular Gaydon Land Rover Show will return for its 11th year on 3 & 4 May at the British Motor Museum. The dedicated show will once again showcase hundreds of … [Read more...]
Suzuki brings in 10 year Service Activated Warranty (and industry-leading 10 year battery warranty for soon-to-arrive e Vitara)
Suzuki raises the stakes in the warranty game with two major innovations... They tell us: (Image and all words from Suzuki). As ‘The Trusted Car brand for those who are proud to be different’ Suzuki is very pleased to announce the imminent introduction of its 10-year Service Activated Warranty Scheme for both UK and Irish customers, once again offered free of charge and now upgraded from … [Read more...]
Mazda CX-30s drive from Baltic to Arctic using sustainable fuel
Kim writes: "At Wheels-Alive we have been saying for a very long time that sustainable fuels have a vital role in helping to leave behind fossil fuels, while enabling internal combustion engined vehicles to play their part in reducing greenhouse gases. Mazda has just proved this point by taking 12 new CX-30s on an epic drive, powered by sustainable fuels." Mazda tells us: (Photograph and all … [Read more...]
Beaulieu Bikers’ Day 2025 will be a great day out on Saturday 21st June
Motorcyclists invited to ride into Beaulieu for Bikers' Day. Beaulieu tells us... (All word and photographs from Beaulieu). Motorcyclists invited to ride into Beaulieu for Bikers’ Day Beaulieu Bikers’ Day is back on Saturday 21st June, welcoming all motorcyclists to ride into the picturesque grounds for a relaxed and enjoyable day out. Riders will be able to park up in the … [Read more...]
INEOS Automotive says ‘Let’s put the record straight’ with a bold new ad campaign
They tell us: (Photograph and all words from INEOS Automotive), Provocative ad campaign ‘Us vs. Them’ highlights distinctive personality of Grenadier INEOS Automotive shows its humourous side with ‘Lets Take This Outside’ billboard ad “Good luck to the others: they’re cool cars. But we’re tired of the comparisons. To be clear, this is all about saying we’re different.” - Lynn Calder, … [Read more...]
Britain’s drive towards electric vehicle propulsion is slowing down
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports on a backtrack on EV sales targets... Today, the Government announced a relaxation of electric vehicle sales targets to help the car industry in the face of trade tariffs from the US and a slow take up for pure electric cars without manufacturer incentives costing them millions of pounds. It is what the motor industry and component suppliers have … [Read more...]
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