Review – Lexus IS-F

Finally Lexus has delivered a true rival to the BMW M3!
The new Lexus IS-F uses a 5.0-litre V8 powerplant to deliver 417bhp at 6600rpm! However, it is one thing chasing the M3, and another to actually catch it. To do this the Lexus will have to deliver superb handling far removed from that of the [...]

2007 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

The 2007 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run takes place this Sunday 4th November. The event this year is sponsored by Daily Mail and Tindle Newspapers.
History
On the first Sunday in each November, around 500 motor cars built before 1905 traditionally re-enact the Emancipation Run of 1896, which in turn celebrated the abolition of the law [...]

Insurance Word of The Week (1)

 
Every week, starting this week we will be publishing and sharing with our readers a comprehensive, alphabetical run-down on all the different terms used in the wonderful world of insurance and what they mean. 
For our first week, we have chosen - ABI.
ABI: Acronym for the Association of British Insurers, a regulatory body for the UK insurance [...]

Beautiful Alfa 8C

The original concept for the achingly beautiful Alfa Romeo 8C was launched four years ago at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Only 500 will be built, and unfortunately all are now sold!
The name honours the 8C designed by Vittorio Jano, one of the greatest of all car designers. The 8C was the most exotic car of its [...]

Essen World Classic Car Shows

Classic car enthusiasts will be looking forward to the following two events planned for late 2007 and 2008.
First up is the Essen Motor Show. A must for every automobile collector and enthusiast who want to see or buy the jewels of the international classic and vintage car world. With approximately 300 historical exhibits it attracts [...]

Asian Motor Manufacturers Gather Momemtum

Driving on UK roads over the last 6-12 months I have noticed a number of attractively styled, impressive looking saloons, sports car and 4×4’s. On closer inspection these vehicles proudly display their manufacturers badges:

Kia
Hyundai
Daihatsu
Proton
Ssangyong

There can be no doubt that Asian car brands have been experiencing strong growth in the UK, at the expense of more well [...]

Death Crash Teenager not Guilty

18-year-old Craig Ramshaw has today been cleared of killing four friends by dangerous driving days after passing his driving test.
After hearing this verdict on Radio 4 this evening I felt compelled to post about this tragic case and ask readers to leave their comments and opinions.  The jury at Cardiff Crown Court found Mr Ramshaw, of [...]

2007 NEC Classic Motor Show

The 2007 NEC Classic Motor Show opens it doors this year on 9th November. Many classic car clubs are set to roll out early and late examples of their marque in response to the show’s ‘Firsts and Lasts’ theme.
Visitors to the show will be able to see an array of exotica, including Ferraris, Bentleys, Maseratis and [...]

Loopholes in Motoring Legislation

Most of us will have heard of or seen on television the top celebrity lawyer Nick Freeman, the solicitor dubbed `Mr Loophole’ for his work defending high-profile people accused of a variety of driving offences.
Over the last few years the media have reported how it is possible to successfully pursue a ’technical defense’ for a drink driving or speeding [...]

Motorway Maintenance Celica GTi – Genuine or Fake?

Take a good look at the above photograph, sent to us by an inspired reader. This picture was recently snapped on the A406 North Circular in London. Notice the yellow light on the roof – No detail spared!
Is this a photo of a genuine Toyota Celica GTi motorway maintenance vehicle or some bloke having a laugh – a fake?!! We [...]