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  Ferrari Testarossas set to steal the show at Silverstone sale 11 May 2015 (News)
  The late-model 1994 Ferrari F512 M carries an estimated of between £280,000 and £330,000. One of just 501 made worldwide, this two-owner, left-hand drive car is finished in Giallo Modena with Nero leather upholstery. It has covered a 11,000 miles from new and is supplied with three keys, service books, toolbox, flash light and Tubi Exhaust. The other Testaross for sale is a 1986 ‘Flying Mirror’ – one of the earliest and rarest of all Testarossas.
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  New series of Car SOS to hit screens in April 20 Mar 2015 (News)
  'However, when the recipient is Sir Stirling Moss, the stress to complete the job to the best of our abilities is increased tenfold. 'It was great to see one of the most famous racing drivers of all times drive away in a car he had not seen for more than 50 years.'
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  302-mile Mini van set to make £25k at auction 13 Mar 2015 (News)
  Bought for £400 by a Miss G Crumcott from Northern Ireland so that she could learn to drive, Miss Crumcott never passed her test and so the Mini was left in a garage for 30 years. BMC Mini dealer, Mr T. Turkington bought the car in 1997 and placed it in his showroom until 2006 before selling it onto another collector in Northamptonshire.
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  Historic racers celebrate Touring cars’ golden era 11 Mar 2015 (News)
  Pre-1960 cars will come from the HRDC's Touring Greats series and will feature entries such as ex-BTCC star Mike Jordan's rapid Austin A40 (emulating Doc Shepherd's A40). And 1990 BTCC Champion Robb Gravett will share the drive of an HRDC Academy Austin A35 with his son, Bradley - recreating the precocious style of Graham Hill's 'Speedwell' entry. Later era cars will revive the titanic battles between Mustangs, Galaxies, Cortinas, Jaguars, and Minis, which hallmarked the BTCC as a perennial crowd-pleasing championship.
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  The 'Beast of Turin' lives again 1 Dec 2014 (News)
  It’s great news for owner Duncan Pittaway, who has spent the past 12 years restoring the car, including rebuilding a seized engine. All Duncan needs to do now is drive it and he’ll be able to enjoy all 1384lb ft of torque. Back in 1911, the car was one of two built by Fiat for a land speed record attempt. It managed to clock 135mph – the fastest time – but failed to make a return run in time to make the record official.
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  Continental teams up with Mercedes-Benz to offer free winter driver training 20 Oct 2014 (News)
  Mercedes-Benz and Continental Tyres have joined forces to offer free winter driving driver training at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge between  27 October 1 November, with slots available between 11:00 and 14:00. The event will focus on the use of winter tyres and let drivers get practical experience in a new Mercedes-Benz on a simulated icy track, with a qualified instructor.
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  Citroen DS to shine at London Classic Car Show 17 Oct 2014 (News)
  The show's homage to the DS and its ID sibiling will celebrate its innovative design – front-wheel drive, hydropneumatic self levelling suspension, a semi-automatic gearbox and a glassfibre roof to lower the centre of gravity. But visitors will also be able to see the UK debut of the new, stand-alone DS brand, which aims to elevate French cars to a premium status.
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  Olympian to tackle London to Brighton run 9 Oct 2014 (News)
  Ainslie said, ‘I am really looking forward to making the trip from Hyde Park to Madeira Drive in Brighton. If it’s raining, I shall feel quite at home with all that spray in my face… the Panhard has no weather protection at all!’ The Panhard is a four-cylinder, 15hp model with an open Tonneau body style.
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  Indiana Jones Renault Type NN Tourer up for auction 28 May 2014 (News)
  The 1928 Renault Type NN Tourer that starred in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is expected to raise £9000-£14,000 when it goes under the hammer at Historics’ Brooklands sale on 7 June. The right-hand drive, four-door Tourer was bought by Steven Spielberg’s film company in 1988, shortly before filming started in Almeria, Spain. The car was then re-sprayed black for its famous chase with a 1917 army tank, which saw Indy battle it out with his enemies in search of the Holy Grail.
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  Britain’s young drivers feel ‘invulnerable’ 25 Apr 2014 (News)
  The IAM is propising changes to the way drivers are taught. The IAM's Simon Best said:  “Our whole system of learning to drive must be overhauled to provide safe exposure to a wider range of traffic situations, but also the chance to discuss attitudes and risks. "N ew drivers feel invulnerable and it is the job of government, training providers, insurers, charities and parents and carers to ensure they have the best training to reduce risk to themselves and others.”
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  Race Retro: Jigsaw Racing challenged to build replica Le Mans Spitfire in three days 21 Feb 2014 (News)
  The replica is being built from individual components over the duration of the show, with Jigsaw Racing hoping to drive the car out of the show on its final day, Sunday 23 February.   “It’s a huge project, but the lads are confident of finishing it before the show ends on Sunday,” said Jigsaw Racing’s Ross Brown.
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  Retromobile: highlights and how to get there 4 Feb 2014 (News)
  Rétromobile is open frm 5 February to the 9th, and opening times are 11am to 10pm on Wednesday, and 10am to 7pm for the rest of the event. Entry price is €14, and free for children aged 12 years or under. If you're driving, set your sat nav to VIPARIS Porte de Versailles, Pavillon 1, 75015 Paris, and parkings are situated near gates C, F and R. Also: By Métro : line 12, station Porte de Versailles or Line 8, station Balard.
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  Mitsubishi announces Autumn deals 1 Oct 2013 (News)
  L200 L200 Trojan available from £16,999 with 5 years warranty / 125,000 miles L200 Warrior £400 price reduction with 5 years warranty / 125,000 miles L200 Barbarian £400 price reduction with 5 years warranty / 125,000 miles Mirage Continues with the £1,000 off launch offer Win a Mirage for a year competition closes end of November 2013 – Take a test drive for your chance to win Available from £125 a month Outlander Now available with a £1,000 contribution towards your finance package 0% APR Shogun You can now save up to £5,000 off the Shogun 4x4 Prices start from £26,199 and 0% finance available across the range
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  Regent Street motor show promises to be the largest yet 25 Sep 2013 (News)
  Other motor manufacturers including BMW and Renault will also be showcasing their latest models. Adding to the sense of history more than 100 pre-1905 veteran cars driving to Brighton on the following morning will be participating in a special EFG International Concours d'Elegance staged at the north end of Regent Street. 'The annual Regent Street Motor Show is a truly unique event,' said Ben Cussons, Chairman of the Royal Automobile Club Motoring Committee.
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  Anglia Car Auctions to sell Jeremy Clarkson's Jag 9 Aug 2013 (News)
  “I have to clean it and in a morning, when the dew has evaporated, it's coated once more in dust. So I have to clean it again. In a month, I've spent 42 hours driving it and 420 hours washing it and I cannot even begin to tell you what a chore this is.” With a guide price of £2,500 to £4,500, thid extre 'clean' Jag is bound to attract interest if only so the buyer can tell his mates that "Jeremy Clarkson cleaned my car.” For details of the Jaguar XJR and other lots featured in the Anglia Car Auctions’ classic sale, visit www.angliacarauctions.co.uk
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  Heritage extends cover to future classics 31 Jul 2013 (News)
  As with Heritage Classic Car Insurance’s other policies, there are also discounts for members of Owners Clubs and those with advanced driving qualifications. Customers can also take advantage of free European cover. Chris Wilkinson, Senior Partner at Heritage Classic Car Insurance, said: 'Some cars including those that had a limited production run need to be protected and cherished as they have a huge following already.'
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  Goodwood Festival of Speed: Toyota to race Le Mans cars 5 Jul 2013 (News)
  .  Martin Brundle and Emanuel Collard will be rolling back the years behind the wheel of the GT-One they raced at Le Mans in 1998 and 1999, while current Toyota Racing team-mates Anthony Davidson and Alex Wurz will take turns driving the TS010 that competed in the world famous 24-hour challenge in 1992 and 1993. Davidson and Wurz will also be reunited with the TS030 Hybrid, the car that claimed second and fourth places at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours.
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  Preview: Heritage Rally, Gaydon to Blenheim, 23 June 28 May 2013 (News)
  John Bishop, Club, Groups and Rallies Senior Co-ordinator at HMC, said: 'There is no time element involved so this is more of a fun event or a taster for a more ambitious event in the future. No skill is required and any car capable of driving on public roads can take part.' For more information visit the website at www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk .
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  CMC to restore 'barn find' flat-floor E-type 3 May 2013 (News)
  This car was the 60th to leave the production line, and is one of the earliest 3.8-litre right hand drive E-types left. The car, which was unrestored with 65,000 miles on the clock is thought to be one of the most original examples of its kinf left. These early E-types were labelled 'flat floor' due to the lack of a dropped floor area that increased the leg room and was added in subsequent cars.
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  Ford unveils new 1.5-litre Ecoboost engine 16 Apr 2013 (News)
  The new aluminium-block, twin-cam 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine will feature some of the innovations introduced on the 1.0-litre EcoBoost, such as an integrated exhaust manifold. It also gets a computer-controlled clutch on the belt-drive water pump, and a water-cooled charge air cooler is added to offer a more efficient feed of air into the engine.  The new engine is expected to provide similar horsepower and torque performance to Ford’s current 1.6-litre EcoBoost, while delivering improved fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions.