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Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond delivered the Government’s annual Autumn Statement in the House of Commons on Wednesday 23rd November 2016. Sometimes described as a mini-Budget, he revealed to the nation the state of the country’s economy and public finances, in line with the latest economic forecasts from the independent Office for Budget Responsibility. […]
Whilst I haven’t had the chance to drive the infamous BAC Mono, I have however had the opportunity to get up close and personal with one. Videos and pictures just do not do this thing justice. The level of detail is simply astounding, as is the minimalism of the thing. Perhaps most striking about this […]
GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging motorists to ensure they’re as visible as possible at all times. The advice comes amid concern that many drivers may be inadvertently making themselves harder to spot from behind when daytime visibility is reduced, because they’re relying on automatic lighting systems and front-only daytime running lights. The result is that […]
Reports are indicating that the Chancellor Philip Hammond will confirm a £1.3 billion spend on improving Britain’s roads. The money will be spent on congestion cutting measures and upgrades to local roads and public transport. The funding is part of a wider infrastructure investment that should see jobs created and the economy boosted. Apparently, over […]
The Michael Sedgwick Memorial Trust (MSMT), a charitable body that exists to assist in the recording and publication of motoring history, is to hold a conference for aspiring authors. ‘How to publish motoring history’ is a one-day event on Saturday, 11 March 2017 at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon. It will gather together writers, editors […]
Ford Driving Skills for Life trained 400 young people at the ExCeL London over 18-20th November 2016. The young drivers took part in the hands-on, free practical training sessions to help develop their skills by simulating situations that they may face out on the roads. Training elements included hazard perception, speed awareness, distracted driving and […]
Even Maserati, the Italian kings of jaw dropping GT cars, are not immune to pandering. In this case, they have pandered to the large market that simply DEMANDS an SUV from a manufacturer. However, the Maserati Levante is not like every other SUV. It was designed from the outset to offer maximum comfort and luxury, […]
Wilton Classic and Supercar – a major new event for the 2017 international automotive calendar and beyond – is confirmed for the weekend of 3-4 June 2017. The event will take place at the iconic Wilton House, which has been home to the Earls of Pembroke since Tudor times. Designed as a season-opener, Wilton Classic […]
Beaulieu National Motor Museum will once again be host to an absolutely fantastic range of events, with 2017 being a bumper year for motoring based fun. Beaulieu Events Manager Judith Maddox said: “Following the success of last year’s Beaulieu Supercar Weekend, we are delighted to make it a two-day event again in 2017. At Spring Autojumble, […]
Skoda really has gone from strength to strength and now have great reputation for producing quality motors. Whether you’re after a truly flexible hot hatch (the Skoda Octavia VRS) or a large exec (the Superb) it has just about a car for everyone. Skoda has not previously however had a large family SUV – which […]