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Unusual Vehicles: Velorex
Unusual Vehicles is a series that shines a light on history’s weirdest cars. Three-wheeled vehicles have a quirky reputation, with a good example being the Czech Velorex. The car was developed by brothers Frantisek and Mojmir Stranksy in 1943. They were...
5 of The Best Bond Cars From The Daniel Craig Era
Daniel Craig is the latest actor to portray the famous fictional British Secret Service agent, and he’s even set to return for a fifth and final James Bond film in the near future. The debate of who was the best Bond has been a divisive issue for decades...
Unusual Vehicles: Davis Divan
Unusual Vehicles is a segment that looks into the history of an unconventional car. Three-wheeled vehicles are known for having quirky designs, and this was the case with the Davis Divan. First built in 1947, the Divan was the creation of Glen Gordon...
Why Was The Peugeot 401 Eclipse Ahead Of Its Time?
Innovation is what keeps the car industry moving forward, whether through a new feature or design. A car that was considered ahead of its time was the 1935 Peugeot 401 D Eclipse, the world’s oldest surviving tin-top convertible. It was the first car to...
The History Of Car Air Conditioning
One of the most useful features in a car is air conditioning. It helps to keep drivers cool on hot days and is extremely useful in countries with humid climates. When it was introduced, air conditioning became a revolutionary feature. Originating in...
Sweden’s Oldest Racing Car Will Appear At London To Brighton Veteran Car Run
Sweden have developed some interesting vehicles over the years, and the country’s oldest racing car is set to appear at the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run on the 4th November 2018. Created in 1903, the Vabis was a one-off developed by a manufacturer...
Rolls-Royce Set To Unveil New Cullinan SUV
Rolls-Royce have a reputation for producing memorable cars and the trend is set to continue with the unveiling of the first SUV. Called the Cullinan, the car could potentially be the most important vehicle Rolls-Royce has made since it acquired BMW 20...
EU Introducing 11 Mandatory Car Safety Systems By 2021
Car safety is one of the most important topics in the automotive industry and the EU Commission have announced a total of 11 mandatory systems will be in place by 2021. The systems will be introduced into all new cars, saving an estimated 7300 lives and...
Birmingham To Host First Zero Emissions Vehicle Summit
With the car industry moving towards an environmentally friendly future, steps are being taken to ensure that everything falls into place. The government recently announced that the UK is going to become an international hub for zero emission vehicle...
Car Industry Warns That Customs Union Deal Is Essential For Brexit
With Brexit drawing nearer, car manufacturers have demanded Britain stays in the customs union when the UK leaves the EU. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) have warned that hundreds of thousands of jobs are in danger without a deal....
Report Shows More Needs To Be Done To Lower Car Carbon Emissions In The UK
In terms of protecting the environment, carbon emissions play an important factor and a recent report has shown that Britain’s carbon emissions have sunk to the level last seen in 1890. The report was carried out by Carbon Brief, which stated that CO2...
UK Mayors Say The Petrol And Diesel Car Ban Should Happen In 2030
One of the most talked about topics in the car industry right now is the 2040 ban on petrol and diesel vehicles. The news has caused various officials to give their opinions. UK mayors are banding together in an effort to encourage the ban to happen in...