Britain can learn a great deal from what’s happening in India right now, when it comes to attracting young people into the historic vehicle movement, says FIVA President Patrick Rollet. In March, FIVA (the Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens or international federation of historic vehicles) held its General Council meeting in Bangalore, India’s … [Read more...]
Ups and downs of Geneva’s star cars
London-based JBR Capital, specialists in high-end vehicle finance, has named the top 10 cars that have appreciated in value or held their worth after launching at the Geneva Motor Show over the last decade. The Lamborghini Veneno (above), unveiled at the show in 2013, tops the charts as this ultra-limited edition has appreciated in value by 180 … [Read more...]
Morgan Motor Company sells out to investors
The 110-year old Morgan Motor Company of Malvern has sold a majority shareholding to British investment group. The Investindustrial Group has backed Aston Martin and Ducati and its likely the Morgan family will become multi-millionaires through the deal which also sees all 190 employees become shareholders. Morgan became famous through its iconic … [Read more...]
Rallying from start to finish over 112 years
A 112-year-old Mototri Contal three-wheeler is set to take on the 2019 Peking to Paris, aiming to finish a 13,840 km journey it started in 1907. The first Peking to Paris (P2P) ran in 1907, five competitors accepting a seemingly impossible challenge. Amongst them was a French three-wheeled Mototri Contal piloted by an ambitious duo, Frenchman Auguste … [Read more...]
Classic Mercedes remade in Wales now on show
A remanufactured Mercedes-Benz sports car created in Wales is now taking pride of place in the German manufacturer’s leading UK centre. The hand-built 280SL sports car dates from 1968 and is owned by former racing driver Paul Rees who had it completely stripped, renovated, and rebuilt with a highly polished engine by Hemmels of Cardiff. The massive … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 January
Ford will supply 450 Ranger, Transit, EcoSport and Kuga models to the RNLI over the next three years. They will be working around the UK coast with the lifesaving charity and promoting water safety messages. The Welsh Automotive Forum is assisting members to manage disruption to supply chains and their car making customers in the event of a no-deal … [Read more...]
MG campaign to keep to Z-end of the road
MG ZR, ZS and ZT cars are disappearing from our roads very quickly, with over 78% of the cars ever built no longer registered. The MG Car Club and Zed Register are hoping to reverse this trend with the launch of Save Our Zeds, a campaign to highlight the decline of Zed MGs and help equip owners with the right tools to keep enjoying and running their cars, … [Read more...]
Newslines 6 November
VW is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its acclaimed camper van. It’s introduced the most exclusive special edition California model with a run of 999 units and just 30 allocated to the UK from £64,307 including extra equipment, a numbered plaque and three drivetrain choices. The tenth annual Bangers4Ben sale at BCA Blackbushe raised nearly £20,000 … [Read more...]
New for old is gold in this Welsh car business
A Welsh car business is turning out new for old gold. Hemmels of Cardiff is probably one of the least known success stories in the Welsh automotive sector but it is rapidly gaining recognition around the world. It specialises in nut and bold regeneration of classic Mercedes-Benz sports cars and prices for their year-long rebuilt … [Read more...]
Battery life lines
With the right care, car batteries have a life expectancy of up to five years. However, neglect can cut the lifespan down, and even leave you stranded with a flat battery in some instances. To help you get the most out of your car’s battery, Euro Car Parts has provided five easy ways to keep your car battery happy and healthy - helping you to avoid … [Read more...]
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