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UK Car Manufacturers Continue To Be Divided On 2040 Electric Car Transition
Since the UK government announced the transition to electric cars by 2040, there has been a lot of debate on the subject. The UK Energy Research Centre has weighed in by saying the plans aren’t ambitious enough and the initiative should kick in at least...
Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of The Volvo 164
Volvo cars have a reputation for being reliable and practical, but there have been times when the company have ventured into luxury territory. Such was the case with the Volvo 164, a stylish vehicle that was billed as “the luxury car that shows you have...
What Made The Toyota Corolla So Successful?
It could be said that the success of a car is determined by its longevity. If it continues to sell over a number of years then the machine is something special. Some of the most enduring cars are the Volkswagen Beetle and Mini. The car that has the best...
UK Car Leasing Costs Increase By 9% Due To Brexit
Brexit has affected the UK car industry in a variety of ways, and the latest news is tied into the price of leasing a new car going up. According to research carried out by accountancy firm UHY Hacker Young, the price has increased by 9% in the space of a...
Vehicle Safety Chief Believes Manufacturers Aren’t Testing Cars Enough
In order for cars to be considered roadworthy, they need to be tested extensively first. But, according to Michiel van Ratingen, head of vehicle safety testing organisation Euro NCAP, cars aren’t being tested thoroughly enough. He’s suggested that the...
BookAClassic Offers People The Chance To Hire Out A Classic Car
Driving a classic car is a goal for many people, but not everyone can afford to own one. Hiring out a classic motor is a good alternative, and BookAclassic.co.uk is able fill that desire. Hailed as an Airbnb for cars, the hire platform contains a vast...
Treasure Trove Of Classic Car Parts Worth Over £1 Million Discovered
Discovering a forgotten classic car in a barn is one way that enthusiasts can stumble across a treasure. It’s much rarer to come across a collection of classic car parts, but that’s exactly what Chris Routledge found. The Managing Director of Coys...
Remembering The Vauxhall Victor
Over the years, Vauxhall have developed some cracking cars, such as the Chevette and Corsa. Another car that can be mentioned in the same sentence is the Victor. First produced in 1957, the Victor stood out as a large family vehicle. For a brief time, the...
CarFest 2018 Set To Be A Must-Attend Event Of The Summer
2018 has been a stellar year for classic car events so far, with many more yet to come. The summer is no exception and one of the most exciting is CarFest North, held at Bolesworth in Cheshire. From the 27th July to the 29th July, there will be all manner...
Uber’s Flying Cars Are Being Produced By Five Companies
It’s no secret electric cars have been tipped as a cornerstone of the future. Companies have also started to explore the possibility of flying cars, with a recent example coming from the Lazzarini Design Studio. Uber have planned to launch flying taxi...
Volvo Pledge To Use 25% Recycled Plastics In Cars
With each passing year the car industry is becoming more focused on developing environmentally sustainable vehicles. Volvo has recently announced it plans to use 25% recycled plastic in all its cars from 2025. This comes off the back of Volvo’s pledge for...
Celebrating The 60th Anniversary Of The Austin-Healey Sprite
2018 marks the anniversary of a lot of classic cars, and the Austin-Healey Sprite is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Created in 1958, the Sprite was billed as a high-performance compact car that would appeal to a wide audience. In addition to being...