First run 2012, the west country‘s annual historic motor racing extravaganza took place at the popular Castle Combe, Wiltshire circuit last weekend and expanded this year to fill 2 days after winning the Royal Automobile Club’s prestigeous Best Historic Event award in 2023. Even capricious British weather failed to dampen the enthusisam of several thousand … [Read more...]
Labour Welsh Government spent £14M on failed car bid
An attempt to bring TVR sports cars to Wales ended in failure and a bill of £14M, according to official documents released today. Legendary two-seater high performance TVRs were to be built at Rassau Industrial Estate after the manufacturer was bought by a business from the previous owners who saw it collapse in its native Blackpool plant. Originally, the … [Read more...]
Aston Martin St Athan officially opens next month
Wales newest car plant for Aston Martin will be officially opened on friday 6 December. This week it hosted the European exclusive unveiling of the DBX SUV which goes into production at St Athan and Economy Minister Ken Skates said, “Seeing the company deliver its first vehicle out of Wales is a very proud moment for Aston Martin and for Wales. In 2016 … [Read more...]
