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Corsa Crowned a UK Favourite as Vauxhall Boosts Market Share & EV Growth

Vauxhall ends the first quarter of 2026 in a strong position, increasing its total car and van market share to 5.1% year-to-date, with 35,446 vehicles registered. The Corsa remains a key driver of sales for Vauxhall, once

How to make your car more fuel-efficient

With the long Easter weekend approaching, it’s anticipated that around 21.6 million journeys are planned over the holiday period. But, with the rise in fuel costs showing no sign of stopping, drivers are looking at ways to

As Team Principal: Jörg Schrott Leads Opel GSE Formula E Team into Electric World Championship

With the official announcement of its entry into the Formula E World Championship, Opel is taking its commitment to electric motorsport to the next level. Jörg Schrott will take on the role of Team Principal. Opel is thus

Vauxhall Finds Over a Third of Brits Prefer to Holiday in the UK

Over a third of Brits would prefer to holiday in the UK rather than abroad, with the Southwest being the most popular destination, according to the latest research from Vauxhall[1]. Stunning coastlines, shorter travel times,

Finetuning on the Nürburgring: New Corsa GSE Undergoes Final Testing

After recently announcing the arrival of the new Vauxhall Corsa GSE for later this year, the all-electric hot hatch was put through its paces during a recent test on the legendary Nürburgring circuit, with special attention

125 Years Ago: Opel Celebrates Its First Victory in Motorsports

A few days ago, Opel announced that it will be competing in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for the first time as of next season. The brand with the Blitz is thus opening a new chapter in its long and successful

Opel to Compete in Formula E

Opel is about to write a new chapter in its long and successful motorsport history. Starting from the 2026/27 season, the brand will be competing in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as a factory team. With the ‘Opel

Stellantis Rally Trophy UK joins BRC to offer career-defining prize drive

The re-vamped Stellantis Rally Trophy UK will join the British Rally Championship roster in 2026, offering a refreshed and more accessible format that continues to offer one of the most lucrative and career-defining prizes

Stellantis Rally Cup Ireland fires into life at Birr with bumper entry

The all-new Stellantis Rally Cup Ireland gets underway this weekend at the Birr Stages Rally [29 March], with an exceptional entry list confirming the series’ status as one of the most exciting and accessible pathways in

Opel Motorsport: The Talent Factory for Rally Stars of Tomorrow

Opel Motorsport has always stood for outstanding achievements in both top-level and grassroots motorsport. Elsewhere, promoting young talents is also a fundamental and successful part of the motorsport activities of the

Potholes hidden in puddles wreak havoc with drivers in wet start to 2026

The RAC fears near constant rain so far this year has led to a sudden spike in drivers being caught out by potholes hidden in puddles. Reports to the RAC from broken-down drivers about potholes in February averaged

Drivers Face Pump Price Threat as Gulf Tensions Flare, RAC Warn

Motorists are being warned of potential fuel price increases following recent developments in the Middle East, according to a statement from the RAC. While RAC Head of Policy, Simon Williams, stressed that a dramatic rise is

The Electric VXR? Spotted: Vauxhall Corsa GSe Testing with Aggressive New Look

Vauxhall’s legendary VXR badge might be a thing of the past, but the spirit is clearly alive and well. Recent spy shots have captured a beefed-up, all-electric Corsa testing on public roads, and it looks like a proper pocket

Stellantis Motorsport incentives launched in the UK and Ireland for 2026

After two highly successful seasons, Race & Rally are proud to unveil an exciting new-look Stellantis Rally Cup for 2026, offering a refreshed and more accessible format that continues to offer one of the most lucrative

FREE ENTRY: BTCC Opens Ticket Bookings for 2026 Season Launch at Brands Hatch

The Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) has officially announced that fans can now secure free tickets for the 2026 Season Launch at Brands Hatch. The event, scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, offers motorsport

Vauxhall to Launch Corsa GSE – A Fully Electric, High-Performance Version of Britain’s Best-Selling Small Car

Vauxhall has announced it will be launching the new Corsa GSE – a high-performance, top-of-the-range version of Britain’s best-selling small car, bringing motorsport-inspired excitement to the everyday drive. Following the

ADAC Opel GSE Rally Cup 2026: New Benchmark in International Electric Rallying

The start of the 2026 ADAC Opel GSE Rally Cup season may still be more than three months away, but it is already becoming apparent that the all-electric one-make rally cup will set new standards in international electric

Vauxhall to Restart Diesel Car Sales in Britain as Electric Demand Cools

In a move that signals a significant shift in the British automotive market, Vauxhall has announced the reintroduction of diesel engine variants for its passenger car range, reversing a previous commitment to phase out

Too bright to ignore: More than half of drivers affected by dazzling headlights say the problem is worse this winter than last

More than half of drivers who are dazzled by headlights – 57% – say the problem has worsened over the last 12 months with only three-in-10 (31%) disagreeing, comprehensive new RAC research has found.* In findings that lay

The Grand Tour Returns! Meet the New Trio Taking the Wheel

The rumors have been swirling for months, but the speculation officially ends today. Amazon Prime Video has just dropped a bombshell announcement that answers the biggest question in the automotive world: Is The Grand Tour