Car Blog & Car News
In what is sure to be one of the most exciting motorsport events on the calendar this year, 2014 sees the start of the FIA World Rallycross Championship. The first round is a two day event that will be staged at the popular Lydden Hill venue in Kent over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend (24-25 […]
With flooded roads now an everyday hazard for many drivers and the Met Office predicting worse to come, Peugeot has given drivers 10 tips to staying safe on soaked surfaces. Peugeot Technical Operations Manager Ian Sedgwick said: “Although we’re all used to driving in the rain, deep water poses a new and unique set of challenges […]
During the Easter holidays, 5th – 21st April, young visitors to Beaulieu can follow an egg-citing Trail and collect a sweet treat at the end. At Palace House, home of the Montagu family since 1538, youngsters can have an Easter-themed face painting, and all the family can play with fun Victorian toys and games. If you visit […]
Some racing drivers are a legend in their sport. Fabrizio Giovanardi is just such an example, having won the British Touring Car Championship twice, as well as notching up 122 appearances, 41 podiums and 24 race wins. “This is a very important year for Airwaves Racing. This is going to be the one when we […]
In order to compete with a new range of superminis from a number of manufacturers, Volkswagen has revised the outgoing VW Polo. The new car has had a thorough makeover inside and out. All new Polos will be equipped as standard with an Automatic Post-Collision Braking System which automatically brakes the vehicle after a collision […]
Vauxhall isn’t giving too much away as yet about this concept – the Vauxhall Astra VXR EXTREME – but if looks are anything to go by it should be extremely quick! The standard car already produces 280PS and 400Nm of torque but this concept is destined for a low volume production run and should beat […]
Talk about taking it to the competition! Placing a car squarely against the might of the new BMW M4 may not be a competition that many could win, but Lexus has a new weapon – the RC F. This is the most powerful V8 engine Lexus have ever produced and it delivers on that promise […]
For true petrolheads, the Subaru WRX STI is a powerhouse. Representing an icon of rallying before the cars became smaller and more efficient, the blue car and gold alloys became emblematic of those who wanted a serious point to point weapon for the road. However, in a world of lower emissions and less focus on […]
After the worst winter storms to hit Britain for two decades, drivers are being reminded about the need for more regular tyre checks. With its potential to cause aquaplaning, standing water remains a major hazard in many parts of the UK, while damaged road surfaces also presents a different tyre related challenge. However, by taking […]
The Porsche Macan was recently shown off in Harrods window, in line with the prestige nature of the car and the brand. But, more importantly, what do you make of it as a car fan? Is it a step too far for luxury/prestige SUVs or is it about time the Cayenne was shrunk into something, […]