In this 11th feature in a series looking at a selection of important Vauxhall models since 1903, we reach the 21st Century, and see a concerted effort by the company to return to its sporting roots with the launch of the VXR brand. The first model off the start line? The VXR220. (All information and photographs from Vauxhall.) VAUXHALL VXR220 It’s not often that one of Vauxhall's press … [Read more...]
Vauxhall Classics No. 2 – C-10 Prince Henry – ‘The world’s first sports car’
In our second article in a series looking at Vauxhall models through the decades, we are looking at the amazing-for-its-time C-10 three litre 'Prince Henry' sports model, which arrived in 1910. All information and photographs from Vauxhall, plus, for a little context, here’s a link to a lovely Vauxhall film made around 20 years ago which shows the sheer breadth of Vauxhall’s heritage … [Read more...]
New McLaren 570S Spider – First Impressions
Chris Adamson test-drives the latest fast mover from McLaren... (All words and photographs by Chris). In the depths of a blustery autumn with another British winter on the horizon you can cheer yourself with thoughts of summer and the joys of open top motoring that await. If that dream also includes achieving this wind in the hair experience at close on 200 miles an hour and you have almost … [Read more...]
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider – Road Test
Alfa’s sporty 4C Spider… Test-driven by Robin Roberts (Miles Better News Agency). Italians love their food almost as much as they love cars like the Alfa 4C Spider. Meals can swing between the heavy classics to lighter Mediterranean morsels and they are usually all memorable. The essential element is that every meal is meant to be enjoyed for its own sake and if you like a straightforward … [Read more...]
Classic News – E-type Zero – Electrically powered Jaguar E Type!
Combining classic styling and a modern power train – a classic EV (Electric Vehicle) E Type! Report by Robin Roberts. Jaguar Land Rover Classic is presenting an electric-powered Jaguar E-type at the Jaguar Land Rover Tech Fest, which opens to the public on 8 September in London. The car, known as E-type Zero, has been restored and converted at Jaguar Land Rover Classic Works in Coventry, not far … [Read more...]
New Audi TT
Audi's third generation coupe is completely new in every department says Tom Scanlan A casual glance might not register this: the difference between this car and the outgoing model is certainly not as marked as was the difference between the first and second generation cars. The most obvious visual cue is the much-revised front end, with the Audi rings now removed from within the grille up onto … [Read more...]