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UK Road Trip Of The Month: The Lake District
Every month we’re looking into must-see locations in the UK that can be reached in your car. Going on a road trip is a great way to clear your mind and one of the most peaceful places in the UK is the Lake District. With crystal clear water, rolling hills...
Porsche Celebrating 70th Anniversary Of The 356
2018 is a year that sees several car manufacturers celebrating milestones, and one of the biggest is the 70th anniversary of the Porsche 356. Created in 1948, the vehicle was Porsche’s first production model. It started off as a niche car that gradually...
Was The Jaguar S-Type The Perfect Getaway Car?
The Jaguar MKII was introduced in 1959, and arguably transformed criminality in the 60s, as the archetypal getaway car for British gangsters. However, when the 1964 Jaguar S-type rolled onto the scene, the classic car quickly stole the show as the ideal...
What Makes The Most Expensive Classic Car So Special?
Becoming the owner of a classic car is not cheap – they are highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors everywhere, who are willing to pay enormous amounts for these elusive vintage vehicles. The 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is certainly no exception –...
What Made The Talbot Matra Rancho So Appealing?
When the Range Rover came out in 1970, it changed the face of the car industry and buyers embraced the off-road vehicle trend. Many companies looked to capitalise on the trend, with French marque Matra being among them. In partnership with Simca, Matra...
Why You Should Visit The Cite De L’Automobile
There are lots of classic car museums in the world, and one of the most impressive is the Cite de l’Automobile, located in Mulhouse, France. Not only does it have the largest collection of cars in the world, the museum also houses the biggest assortment...
Why You Need To Visit The British Motor Museum
The UK is full of classic car museums that are worth visiting and one of the most impressive is the British Motor Museum. Found in the small village of Gaydon in Warwickshire, the museum contains the world’s largest collection of British classic cars....
UK Surveillance Camera Commissioner Proposes New Scheme To Regulate Car Number Plates
Number plates are an invaluable part of a car, as they can help to provide identification and recover stolen vehicles. According to the UK’s surveillance camera commissioner Tony Porter, car number plates need to be better regulated by a network of...
What’s Happening At The London Classic Car Show?
Taking place at ExCel London, one of the most prestigious international convention centres in the city, The London Classic Car Show is a must-attend event for any enthusiast, owner, or collector of classic cars. Running from the 15th to the 18th...
Aston Martin DB4GT Zagato Set To Become The Most Expensive British Car Sold In Europe
In the classic car industry, Aston Martins are considered the cream of the crop. That trend continues with the recent announcement of a 1961 Aston Martin becoming the most expensive British car to sell in Europe. A DB4GT Zagato, raced and crashed by...
6 European Cars With American Engines
Europe and the US have worked together in different industries, and the car industry has produced some brilliant collaborations. It’s common practice to combine the power of an American engine with the elegance of European design. This was a...
Japanese Researchers Working On New Materials That Could Help Electric Cars Fly One Day
When it comes to the future of the automotive industry, electric cars are being hailed as the next big thing. Manufacturers are constantly developing ways to improve them and Japan is at the centre of this movement. Researchers in Tokyo are working on...