March Of The Mods

British Car Auctions

British Car Auctions

British Car Auctions warns motorists that car customisation could cost more than they expect.

‘Pimping your ride’ by adding modifications remains a popular hobby, particularly for younger motorists who often invest heavily to give their car a unique look. But this could seriously devalue a vehicle when it comes to its resale price, warns British Car Auctions (BCA), the UK’s leading vehicle auction company. [Read more…]

Ginetta Racer Childrens Charity

Ryan Ratcliffe raises funds for Charity

Ryan Ratcliffe raises funds for Charity

Ginetta driver Ryan Ratcliffe is following in the footsteps of Formula One ace Jenson Button, after raising a massive £1,400 for children’s charity; the Make-A-Wish Foundation. [Read more…]

Lotus Raises IndyCar Commitment

Lotus IZOD IndyCar Series 2012

Lotus IZOD IndyCar Series 2012

When Lotus entered the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series, the regulatory requirement to supply multiple teams and the late timing of Lotus’ entry placed a significant restriction on the development programme. It was clear from the start that the 2012 season was going to be a huge challenge as Lotus debuted its IndyCar engine, but it was a challenge that Lotus was determined to meet. [Read more…]

Lotus clear the mistruths

Never Let The Facts Get In The Way Of A Good Story

Lotus Group

Lotus Group

Take a little look at what we found online. Don’t you think it’s funny? We do. We had a good old giggle. After all, we love a bit of self irony, just as well really. Although it’s funny, this one’s not accurate but then again, why let the facts get in the way of a good story? The inconvenient truth is – surprise, surprise – we have never said that there are no problems at Lotus. [Read more…]

Ginetta G60

Ginetta G60

Ginetta G60

Ginetta were keen to ensure the G60 fitted Hubert’s needs perfectly, and he travelled to their Leeds-based factory several times whilst the car was in build to ensure everything was just-so before the handover took place. [Read more…]

Geneva Motor Show 2012

The Lamborghini Aventa

The Lamborghini Aventa

The Geneva Motor Show takes place in March in the Swiss city of Geneva. Each year the show is hosted in the Geneva Palexpo. The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles is responsible for putting on the show. [Read more…]

Audi RS5 Is Back On Top

Audi RS5 Coupe

Audi RS5 Coupe

V8-powered coupé flagship benefiting from latest A5 range enhancements and a more extensive equipment list is readied for UK debut

New generation RS 5 enhanced by styling revisions, lighting updates, more efficient electromechanical power steering and more equipment opens for UK order this week priced at £58,725 OTR UK deliveries to begin in April RS 5 Coupe – 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds (previously 4.6), top speed electronically-limited at 155mph, MPG 26.9 (previously 26.2), CO2 246g/km (previously 252g/km) DVD navigation, Bluetooth phone preparation, cruise control and Audi Music Interface iPod connection added to standard specification New optional Sport Package at £2,250 including Dynamic Ride Control, sports exhaust, dynamic steering and 20-inch rotor-design titanium-look alloy wheels [Read more…]

AA Launches New Free Eco Driving App

Eco Driving App

Eco Driving App

Eco driving = Fun? The two are not normally put together but that could all change with the launch of the AA’s new Eco Driving App. This fun, challenge based, app could help to improve your driving techniques and see you save an average of between 10 and 20 percent on fuel bills. [Read more…]

AirAsia Renault Clio Cup 2012

AirAsia Renault Clio Cup 2012

AirAsia Renault Clio Cup 2012

With an exhilarating 2011 under its belt that saw five drivers vying for the title in the final race, the 2012 AirAsia Renault Clio Cup UK is bursting at the blocks as the series looks forward to yet another exciting season. [Read more…]

Roadhogs

Roadhogs are never appreciated

Roadhog

Roadhog