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  London Motor Show Highlights 24 Jul 2006 (News)
  Mazda Zoom Zoom driving challenge (win a Mazda MX5). Land Rover Terrapod driving. Arena Auditorium for Stunt Driving Shows during daytime. Arena Auditorium for Dockside Concerts (tickets 0870 166 0443) All start at 9.00pm.
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  MB World Screening Grands Prix For Free 9 May 2009 (News)
  ” The Warm Up In addition to the excitement on the big screen, the Silver Arrows Display Team will be warming up the crowds with dramatic driving performances guaranteed to send pulses racing from 12 noon. Pushing the power and performance of the awe-inspiring 6.2 litre V8-engined Mercedes-Benz AMG performance cars to the limits with precision driving skills on the Handling Circuits and Wet Skid Circle, the drivers will be power-sliding, pirouetting and overtaking to the amazement of the crowd.
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  Megane RenaultSport Snatches Back Nurburgring Record 16 Jun 2014 (News)
  Mégane Renaultsport 275 Trophy-R is based on the Cup chassis, which features a mechanical limited slip differential. Designed to improve traction in sports driving, this system delivers dependable efficiency at all times, regardless of grip conditions, driving style or type of curve. The limited slip differential is combined with an independent steering-axis layout, allowing drivers to reap the full benefits of the extra traction for more reassuring handling.
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  Latest Ford offers from Drive the Deal 26 Jul 2012 (News)
  3. £1,600 discount which is conditional upon you taking out finance arranged by the dealer and having a test drive at the dealer who is nominated by us to supply your new car (C-Max and Grand C-Max models). If you do not wish to visit the dealer to have the test drive then you will still be eligible for £250, £1,000 or £1,500 respectively of this money.
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  Fords set new records at auction 5 Oct 2018 (News)
  Other highlights of the September Sale included a pre-production 1982 Audi Quattro Coupe, believed to be the first UK right-hand drive example, which sold for £49,500 in original, recommissioned condition after 20 years in storage. A rare, original condition 1984 Renault 5 Turbo 2 in left-hand drive and reading just 16,898 miles far exceeded its guide price selling for £86,625, more than £16,000 above its lower estimate.
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  Drivers who don't have regular eye tests risk voiding their insurance 7 Nov 2017 (News)
  According to a survey by ClickMechanic, an online marketplace for car repairs, many drivers do not abide by the NHS-recommended eye test every two years - putting them and other road users at increased risk. Not only is it unsafe to drive with impaired vision, it can also be reason for insurers to terminate policies, leaving you in the lurch with repair costs. Every driver in the UK must be able to read a licence plate from 20 metres away - and any driving licence holder who cannot meet the minimum level of eyesight must not drive.
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  Low-mileage Audi Quattro for sale 4 Sep 2017 (News)
  With 32,233 miles on the clock, the 1991 20-valve example is an original, UK supplied car in right-hand drive with two former owners in addition to the current vendor. This example is finished in Tornado Red and comes from 13 years of private ownership. It is listed as being pristine both inside and out.
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  Video: £20m worth of classics take to London’s streets 5 Feb 2016 (News)
  Shot on location in London over several nights, the star cars drive themselves around the city, cruising past famous landmarks and gathering astonished looks from drivers at traffic lights. The story finishes with the cars coming together at Hexagon’s new north London home.
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  Derek Bell delights crowds at Classic Nostalgia event 29 Jul 2015 (News)
  Racing driver Derek Bell celebrated the anniversary of his first Le Mans win 40 years ago by driving the Porsche 956 and Jaguar XJ12C at The Midland Automobile Club’s Classic Nostalgia event at the Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb. As guest of honour, Derek took part in a full day of activities, driving up the hill, autograph sessions, promoting his book My Racing Life and carried out an interview session in The Courtyard with motorsport commentator Toby Moody.
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  Percy Lambert remembered at Brooklands 21 Oct 2013 (News)
  A brass plaque commemorating the life of Percy Lambert gone on permanent display at its original home at Brooklands. Lambert was the first man to drive more than 100 miles in one hour there in February 1913 in a Talbot owned by the Earl of Shrewsbury. Lambert broke the existing speed record by driving 103.76 miles in an hour at Brooklands, and to commemorate the occasion, a brass plaque was placed on the wall of the circuit's Clubhouse where it remained until the track closed.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day eight 5 Jun 2013 (News)
  The wonder of Mongolia is that there is still a wilderness on earth so vast that cars like ours can drive day after day after day through such stunningly beautiful, breath-taking scenery. 'Today has been a truly great driving day,' was the summing up of Bentley driver Mark Wilkinson. More information including blogs and a full leaderboard at www.endurorally.com
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  Mobility Roadshow Moves to Telford 27th-29th June 31 May 2013 (News)
  Celebrating 30 years as the UK's original consumer mobility and independent lifestyle event dedicated to people with disabilities of all ages, The Mobility Roadshow 2013 will be held at the Telford International Centre on 27th, 28th and 29th June 2013. For the first time in the show's history, test drives will take place on public roads around the venue, offering visitors a more authentic driving experience. The Mobility Roadshow was the first event to offer opportunities to test drive production model vehicles with a variety of adaptations, enabling people with disabilities the rare opportunity to 'try before they buy'.
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  £1,673 to £10,852 Off New Volvos via Drivethedeal 6 Jan 2011 (News)
    Volvo C30 D2 [115] ES 3dr £16,703 Saving £1,673 Volvo C30 D4 [177] R DESIGN 3dr £19,800 Saving £2,723   Volvo V50 DRIVe [115] ES 5dr £20,079 Saving £2,331 Volvo V50 D4 [177] R DESIGN 5dr £22,464 Saving £3,326   Volvo S60 D3 [163] ES 4dr £20,784 Saving £2,954 Volvo S60 D3 [163] SE 4dr £22,724 Saving £3,056   Volvo V60 D3 [163] ES 5dr £22,393 Saving £3,038 Volvo V60 D3 [163] SE 5dr £24,333 Saving £3,140   Volvo V70 D3 [163] ES 5dr £23,262 Saving £4,161 Volvo V70 D3 [163] SE 5dr [Lthr] £24,830 Saving £4,669   Volvo XC60 D3 [163] DRIVe ES 5dr £25,137 Saving £2,994 Volvo XC60 D3 [163] DRIVe SE 5dr £25,457 Saving £4,742 Volvo XC60 D5 [205] SE Lux Premium 5dr AWD Geartronic £32,111 Saving £6,301   Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 [200] Active 5dr Geartronic £27,377 Saving £7,374 Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 [200] SE 5dr Geartronic £28,561 Saving £9,494 Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 [200] Executive 5dr Geartronic £33,331 Saving £10,852   These deals and many more at  www.drivethedeal.com    
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  Vauxhall Ampera plug-in hybrid to cost £28,995 14 Dec 2010 (News)
  Commuting within the 50 mile range will ensure very low running costs on battery electric drive only. The Vauxhall Ampera's 50 mile battery electric drive range exceeds the UK’s average commuting distance but when a longer journey is required, the Ampera’s range-extender engine/generator produces electricity on board.
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  X-Trail 2.2DCI 136 Sports, Just £15,999 10 Apr 2005 (News)
  www.motorpoint.co.uk of new and nearly new cars at three sites and in many cases drive-away deals can be done in less than two hours. Sample stocks include:- 04 reg Mondeo 2.0 TDCI 130 Ghia 6-speed, silver, 10,512 miles £11,999 04 reg Vectra 1.9CDTi 150 SRI Estate, black, 9,246 miles £12,999 04 reg Zafira 1.8 Elegance, black sapphire, 14,160 miles £10,599 2004/53 Rover 75 1.8 Club SE, royal blue, 13,115 miles £6,999 New Mondeo 2.0iLX, blue, from £10,999 New Astra 1.4i 16v Club, silver, from £9,699 New Grand Scenic 1.9DTI Dynamique, 7 seater, from £13,999 New Megane 1.6 VVT Sport Tourer, blue, from £10,599 New Golf 2.0 GT TDI 140, silver, from £15,999 New Touran 1.9 TDI PD 100SE 7 seater, from £14,999 New Volvo XC70 2.4 D5 SE Estate, silver, from £25,999 New FIAT Multipla 100ELX, 6-seater, ruby red, from £9,999 New Honda Accord 2.0i VTEC Executive auto, from £16,999 New Discovery 3 2.7 Td V6 S, silver, from £30,999 New Mercedes CLK240 Avantgarde Convertible auto, from £34,999 New Nissan X-Trail 2.2DCI 136 Sport, red, from £15,999 Motorpoint, Charwell Drive, West Meadow, Derby, tel: 0870 1209611 Motorpoint, Rosegrove Lane, Burnley, Lancs, tel: 0870 1270821 Motorpoint, 60 Hamilton Road, Mout Vernon, Glasgow, tel: 0870 1261481 Website link: www.motorpoint.co.uk
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  307 Award and HDI 110 Tax-Beater 4 May 2002 (News)
  ISP judges, Geoff Posner, Geoff Howe and Cindy Roper described the Summer Parties as "strong events which overcame test-drive inertia to bring the showroom to a family audience". Over 15,000 people attended the 'Ride and Drive' events with over 2,500 taking test-drives. Peugeot has also launched HDI 110 Rapier versions of the 307 and 406 list priced at £14,160 and £15,195.
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  New Honda CR-V 12 Oct 2001 (News)
  Transmission options are a 5-speed manual with floorshift or Honda's Grade Logic 4-speed automatic with dashboard mounted shift lever. A centre clutch in the drive-train leaves the car in front-wheel-drive except when slip is detected at the front and four-wheel-drive is automatically engaged. The current CR-V has been the best selling sports utility in Europe with more than 138,000 now on the road.
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  Drive it Day 2019 3 Apr 2019 (News)
  ticket=sunday-scramble-tickets   Cestrian Motoring Enthusiasts Group Location: Near Queensferry Deeside for 9.30am Breakfast (pre booking breakfast needed) From: 9.00am Details: After breakfast we will be taking a drive through the lanes of north east Wales and Cheshire to the Secret bunker near Nantwich, the drive will be approximately 30 miles one way and taking in some interesting villages for photo shoots, ending in a tour of Hack Green secret bunker (Entry fee applies).
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  Second Callum Mk2 in production 5 Mar 2015 (News)
  Nick Goldthorp, managing director of CMC, said, ‘The second Mark 2 by Callum is in production, it is going to be a left hand drive car and the body is nearing completion. We should finish the vehicle by the end of this year.’ Each vehicle will be tailored to an individual buyer, who will spend time with Ian Callum to finalise the specification.
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  NEC ticket winners announced 10 Nov 2014 (News)
  With only five pairs of tickets up for grabs, picking the winners was tricky – but we’ve reached a decision. Here are the names of the winners and their dream drives. Rehan Osman – Jaguar E-type from Browns Lane to Geneva, recreating Norman Dewis’ legendary drive before the car’s official launch at the show in 1961. Clive Sayer - a 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS around Goodwood, Brands, Le Mans, Nordschleife and Spa Francorchamps and before returning via the Jabbeke highway.