Drivers could be slapped with points and a fine for travelling at any speed above the limit, after an official review into speeding “buffer zones” was launched. (more…)
Rockingham circuit’s future uncertain after sale
Rockingham Motor Speedway, which has hosted championships as diverse as CART Champ Car and the British Touring Car Championship, has been sold, with “changes in business operations” imminent.
Get Your Virtual Drift On With The Latest Car Pack For Forza 7 & Horizon 4
Anyone who’s ever gotten a car sliding sideways will tell you that drifting can be a heck of a lot of fun. But if they’re being perfectly honest, they’ll also likely tell you how frighteningly dangerous it can be – especially in any environment outside of a closed track (with plenty of run-off area) in all but the most expert hands. So the closest “the rest of us” may want to get is in a video game.
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The Grand Tour is the UK’s second-most streamed TV show
A new report by British broadcasting regulator Ofcom has revealed that the second season of the Grand Tour is the second-most streamed TV show in the UK.
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Vauxhall motors launches new campaign for Grandland X. Keeps calm. Carries on.
Vauxhall Motors has launched a new campaign, ‘Keeps Calm. Carries On.’ to further build awareness for the Grandland X, its prominent player in the growing SUV segment.
Speeding among young drivers rose during World Cup
Analysis of driving behaviour during the 2018 FIFA World Cup this summer suggests that in the excitement of a big match, young drivers may be tempted to speed too. And that could spell danger for everyone on the road.
(more…)Sales Start for the New Corsa GSi
The eagerly-awaited new Corsa GSi has arrived on the market.
(more…)You’ll be unable to tax a car next weekend
The DVLA is warning motorists that they will be unable to tax their vehicle online, by phone or at a Post Office next weekend, as most of its services are taken offline.
Rise in drink-drive deaths and injuries prompts zero tolerance calls
The number of people killed or injured in drink drive crashes in Britain has risen by 7%, according to the latest official statistics.
Plans submitted for 344-room ‘automotive’ hotel
Having successfully built a reputation and devoted following as a centre for historic automotive excellence, Bicester Heritage has submitted plans for its next stage in a vision to create a home for automotive past, present and future in a unique automotive resort.
(more…)Police launch week-long speeding crackdown
Police forces across the UK are this week taking part in an international crackdown on speeding.
Warning to motorists following new smartphone “addiction” figures
A report published today by the communications watchdog, Ofcom, has highlighted the extent of the UK’s mobile phone addiction.
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Vauxhall production to drop in Europe
Production of the Astra hatchback and Insignia is set to slow after it was revealed that Opel will be reducing production at two of its factories on the continent.
(more…)[DEAL] Auto Finesse Car Cleaning Complete Protection Kit £25 – Halfords Summer Sale
Auto Finesse Complete Protection Kit is a detailer’s answer to the ultimate protection. This complete kit offers everything that you need to safely detail and protect your vehicle from start to finish. (more…)
Next-Generation Corsa To Get Dramatic Changes
The Next-generation Corsa is just around the corner and as the first car produced under the ownership of the PSA Group, it will be very important for the brand.
(more…)MPs launch inquiry into funding for potholed local roads
The House of Commons Transport Select Committee has announced that it will be launching an inquiry into the poor state of Britain’s local roads.
(more…)Fifth Gear returns to screens next month
Britain’s more serious motoring show Fifth Gear is set to return to screens next month – but not on the channel you might expect.
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Vauxhall Adds 200 Break Petrol Engine to Insignia Range
Vauxhall has introduced a new 1.6-litre Direct Injection Turbo petrol engine to its award-winning Insignia range.
New Face of the Brand: First Glimpse of the Opel GT X Experimental
Vauxhall & Opel has now been part of Groupe PSA for exactly one year. Now the Opel GT X Experimental gives a preview of the future of the brand and upcoming models.
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Strong comeback for Vauxhall after one year as part of Groupe PSA
Vauxhall has been part of Groupe PSA for twelve months – and is on the road to writing a successful comeback story. (more…)