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Grip is at the core of the new GLA-Class – its 4MATIC system providing reassurance and traction in all conditions. Fittingly, the GLA has made its British debut at the very core of the UK, some 189-metres below ground within the vast Winsford Rock Salt Mine in Cheshire – the site which supplies much of […]
This is the absolutely gorgeous looking Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Coupé – and what a car it is! Sleek lines mated with some softer body curves both front and rear give this two door a breathtaking look. Equally impressive is the combination of high driving dynamics, ambitious lightweight construction and groundbreaking efficiency. As the most […]
The Volkswagen Golf GTE, which made its world debut just last month at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, combines petrol and electric motors to produce 204 PS and giving a theoretical range of 580 miles. It is driven by two engines: a 1.4-litre 150 PS TSI direct-injection petrol engine and a 102 PS electric motor. […]
Not all racers are fast off the track – yet Sir Chris Hoy is a legend on two (unmotorised) wheels! He’s now looking to turn his hand at motor racing. Hoy will compete in the 2014 British GT Championship in a Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3. The car has been a feature on grids around the […]
A collection of over 80 stunning barn finds, restoration projects as well as fully restored classic cars are set to go under the hammer at Silverstone Auctions’ first Restoration Show Sale on April 12th 2014. The auction is bringing together an eclectic range of cars spanning six decades and features some truly unique cars. Headlining […]
Happy birthday to the Volkswagen Golf! Few cars are as ubiquitous as the Volkswagen Golf. But why is that? Well, the simple fact is you can’t argue with quality, reliability, usability and driving pleasure. There are an abundance of Volkswagen Golfs on the road for the reason that, from Mk1 to Mk7 (and I’ve no […]
Generally speaking, prototypes will offer a glimpse of a new platform, some design qualities or a possible shape for a future car. Rarely do they make production in the form seen as a prototype. However, the new Honda NSX is likely to do just that. It has a Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) […]
The 2014 BTCC grid will feature a massive 31 car grid when the season opens at Donnington Park. All cars will be running the latest NGTC (Next Generation Touring Car) specifications for the very first time. Not only does this year’s grid boast incredible strength in numbers, but the NGTC rules have also significantly aided […]
A number of key announcements impacting on the motor industry were contained in the Wednesday, 19 March 2014, Budget Statement of Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne. Fuel – the Chancellor confirmed his Autumn Statement 2013 announcement that September’s planned 1.6p per litre rise in fuel duty was cancelled. It means that there will be no […]
Not all cars are created equal – and the Caterham Seven 620 R certainly isn’t! Thanks to a super lightweight platform and 310bhp, a top speed of 155mph and a 0-60mph time of less than 2.8 seconds is capable. A video documenting Kobayashi’s first Seven drive and capturing his thoughts on the iconic British sportscar […]