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  BCA Pulse Shows Auction Prices Rising 6 Jan 2009 (News)
  According to BCA’s latest Pulse report, average used car values incrfeased for the second month running in December, but remain well behind where they were a year ago when the financial crisis was beginning to unfold. Used values appear to have stabilised in the second half of 2008, following large falls in value earlier in the year.
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  Get set for the Beaulieu International Autojumble 18 Aug 2015 (News)
  As in previous years, there will also be a free bus service running to the car parks from the front of the Main Entrance Hall, plus a free delivery service to collection depots in the main car parks for large or heavy items bought at the autojumble. There will also be a Bureau de Change and banking service operating in the event fields on both days.
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  Is Drive it Day successful in getting the message across? 28 Apr 2014 (News)
  And this is what Drive it Day is all about - even if it goes much deeper than that, and reflects what classic car ownership as a whole is all about. It was heartening seeing so many people out and about, too. Not just us on our run, nor the many cars that filed into Gaydon, but those who appeared to be just out and about pottering in their MGs, Jaguars, Triumphs, MGs and Fords. So, all's well in the world, and the classic car scene can hold its head high following the estimated 250,000 old vehicles that trundled out on to the Queen's highway yesterday, then.
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  New classic car festival to celebrate the... unexceptional 24 Apr 2014 (News)
  Adding to the unexceptional nature of the car, it was available in no less than six different shades of beige or brown during its run.
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  Historic Racers in Coys Auction at Autosport International 29 Dec 2011 (News)
  An ex-Goodwood car originally built by Chris Snowden Racing in the manner of the period 'Alexander' cars, with recent upgrades by Rae Davis Racing. Currently running in Class 'B' of HRDC 'Touring Greats' Series. Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000. 1958 Ashley Austin A35A. A period-style 'Hot Rod' brimming with period-style upgrades to make this a versatile classic which will be ready for anything, from the Pomeroy Trophy or on display at the Goodwood Revival.
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  Historic Rally Cars at Cholmondeley Pageant 17 Jun 2011 (News)
  The 2011 Cholmondeley Pageant of Power (15-17 July; www.cpop.co.uk ), will play host to one of the UK's biggest gatherings of World Rally Championship cars this year. Over 30 rally cars will be at the Pageant, and all will be undertaking high-speed runs on the Pageant's brand new, purpose-built tarmac 'Rally Stage'. Crowds will get to see the cars reach speeds of over 100mph on the straights, and then drift in wild and spectacular fashion through the corners.
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  BTCC Croft Just One Week Away 11 Jun 2011 (News)
  More information and other ticketing options – including full weekend passes and camping – are available via the www.croftcircuit.co.uk website or by calling the circuit office on 01325 721815. For all the latest BTCC news and images in the run-up to the event visit the BTCC’s official website www.btcc.net
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  British Touring Car Racing Proving Hugely Popular on TV 27 May 2011 (News)
  Regulation 5.2.21.1 is suspended; the first gear ratio for S2000 NA RWD cars is now free. 4. All registered cars running to Championship Regulation 5.2.23 are required to compete with a maximum boost pressure 0.05 bar lower than that permitted for each car on the TOCA Performance Monitoring Device at Rounds 7,8 & 9 (Thruxton).
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  Brit team in Pikes Peak record attempt 13 Jul 2009 (News)
  The team will practice on different sections of the hillclimb between 15 and 17 July, with each competitor getting just a single timed run up the full course on Sunday 19 July. For more information and results, please visit: www.mach2racing.com .
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  Bug Jam at Santa Pod 17th-19th July 15 May 2009 (News)
  As well as non-stop drag racing from the pros, there are numerous chances for you to have a go yourself in the many ‘Run What You Brung’ sessions held over the weekend. Running on the strip throughout the show will be Fireforce, Santa Pod’s own 270mph Jet Car, the insane ‘High Risk’ Wheelie Car and of course, the 7-second quarter mile turning 2 seat dragster, for the very brave to ride in.
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  33 Peugeot Models in £35 Tax Bracket 9 Aug 2008 (News)
  Peugeot Environmental Milestones 1980/1982: Launch of the VERA programme to work on environmentally friendly vehicles with the Energy-Saving Agency 1994: Launch of the first commercial vehicles to run on “vehicular” natural gas. The use of this fuel helps to reduce CO2 emissions by 20% compared with a petrol engine 1995: Launch of the electric Peugeot 106. This “zero emission” vehicle was to become the most popular electric vehicle in Europe 1998: Peugeot launches its first common rail HDi diesel engines resulting in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions being cut by 20% compared with an indirect injection diesel engine.
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  Kit Cars Kids Cars at London Motor Show 20 Jul 2008 (News)
  This year’s London Motor Show, sponsored by Zurich Connect, which runs from 23 July to 3 August, offers visitors 23 world debuts, over 50 UK debuts and more than 600 new and classic cars from 60 vehicle manufacturers. As well as all these exclusive car exhibits the ExCeL-based event has a host of interactive ‘have-a-go’ features too, such as racing the latest Mazda sports cars and 4x4 driving at Land Rover’s Ultimate Experience.
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  Electric autonomous vehicle revealed: could replace petrol and diesel cars within five years 11 Feb 2020 (News)
  The Motiv uses a 17.3kWh battery pack to power a 20kW electric motor. Officially, it can provide a five-hour continuous run time and a range of 62 miles. Charging takes 40 minutes (from 20 to 80 per cent), while the electric pod tops out at 40mph. Acceleration from 0 to 39mph takes five seconds. The platform also has the potential to be modified for different requirements - an extra seats could be fitted, for example, or space for a wheelchair.
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  Iconic 1925 3-litre Bentley in Historics 23rd November Auction 8 Nov 2019 (News)
  The family then decided to restore it and “got a bit carried away” spending in excess of £150,000 over 4 years with Elmdown Engineering of Hungerdford. The engine starts immediately and runs extremely well. This Bentley has not been offered for sale for over 60 years and is therefore a once in a lifetime opportunity. It is estimated (very conservatively) at £180,000 to £220,000.
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  Hidden Heroes: Vauxhall Zafira GSi 27 Sep 2019 (News)
  Yes, it suffered from torque steer and its upright bodywork meant a bit of extra lean through the bends, but it was riotous fun to drive. It was always a niche. Vauxhall sold just 2800 of them over a four-year production run, and of those around half still survive, some in enthusiast ownership, but the others still floating around in the lower reaches of the classifieds. These days, £1500 will buy you a good one. If you want to be Daddy Cool yourself, now’s the time to buy. 
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  MG collection for sale 2 Apr 2019 (News)
  . The same owner has had this 1952 MG TD Midget for nearly 25 years. While the engine turns, it doesn’t run - making it an ideal project for any classic car enthusiast. If you’re not an MG fan, there’s still plenty of metal to attract your attention – including a 1975 Ford Escort.
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  Ex-RAF Land Rover to get show debut 10 May 2018 (News)
  Unlike army examples, early records of ex-RAF Land Rovers have been lost in time, so detailed information of allocations within the RAF from 1952 right up to the early 1960s are unknown, making an accurate restoration a tough task. To get it back on the road, the rear body section had to be removed while the running gear needed overhauling and repairing. The car also has the correct 1997cc ‘siamese two-litre’ engine fitted. The rebuilt gearbox is a military replacement. And a stainless petrol tank is now fitted, along with correct pattern side screens and doors.
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  Senna’s GP-winning McClaren F1 car for sale at auction 7 Feb 2018 (News)
  The team had ended its successful engine supply partnership with Honda and was due to use Peugeot engines in 1994. To tide them over, a last-minute deal had been struck with Cosworth to run their V8 HB powerplants. Senna was concerned that the V8 was no match for the Renault V10, which powered arch rival Alain Prost’s Williams. Senna struck a deal with McLaren on a race-by-race basis (a rumoured $1m for every start).
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  A Grand Monday: Subaru Justy 30 Oct 2017 (News)
  If you live in a rural area and want a car that has character, will hold its own on slippery roads, and still remain economical to run, this is the one for you. Read our Subaru Justy review and buyer's guide How many Subaru Justys survive?
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  Fiat Doblo is best performing van at first MoT, while Ford Ranger is pick of the pick-ups 16 Oct 2017 (News)
  .  The van website analysed millions of MoT records from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), as HonestJohn.co.uk published the MoT Files for the first time in three years , following a Freedom of Information (FoI) request and a protracted fight with the DVSA to make the data public. Success in this long-running battle means that, for the first time in years, van owners, operators and small businesses have detailed access to the latest MoT records and reasons for failure. It has been published in full at vans.honestjohn.co.uk/mot-results On average, almost 30 per cent of vans will fail the first MoT, with lighting, brakes and tyres among the most-common failure points, which will cause worry for motorists as the Government pushes ahead with its consultation to extend the annual roadworthiness test for vans from three to four years.