It’s common practice for car manufacturers to produce models for race purposes. French company Alpine are no different, as they looked to expand into the sports racing world during the 1960s. One of the most enduring race cars to have come out of Alpine...

Auctioning precious items and memorabilia for charity can be a great way of donating to a good cause. Cars in particular can fetch high prices, especially vehicles that are tied with celebrities. This was the case with a McLaren 570S Spider that was...

In the car industry, technology is always evolving, which creates the potential for new jobs. This is the case for the UK, as new devices will create 320,000 more car jobs by 2030. The demand for 3D printing technicians, analytic engineers and cyber...

Self-driving cars have received mixed attention since the technology debuted. They’ve been hailed as convenient alternatives to traditional cars. On the other hand, there was an incident with an autonomous car causing the death of a woman. There are pro...

In September 2018, the car industry could be altered by the introduction of the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), forcing manufacturers to offer large discounts on vehicles that don’t meet the standards. The WLTP is working in...

Potholes are among the most common challenges that motorists face on the road. But thanks to emerging technology, drivers will soon be able to buy ‘bump-proof’ cars to avoid damage. Ford are planning to equip the latest Focus model with a Continuously...

Car manufacturers are always looking for the next design breakthrough, and it’s potentially been found in graphene. According to the University of Sunderland, composite car components that use graphene are expected to make lighter, more energy-efficient...

Everyone has their own version of an ideal car, and the UK public have decided on their favourite. According to research carried out by Auto Express Driver Power, the Peugeot 3008 SUV is the nation’s most popular car. The 3008 SUV came in first place at...

It could be said that classic car restoration is a niche business, despite the historic vehicle industry having grown in the UK. It’s estimated the number of restoration staff has risen to 34,900, with the average age being 42. Reports suggest the sector...

Renault have a history of designing practical, efficient vehicles. A car that signified that approach was the Renault Espace. Lightweight and spacious, the Espace had a pragmatic design that made it one of the stand out cars of the 1980s. We’re looking...

The Beatles will be remembered as one of the greatest bands of all time, entertaining millions of people around the world. Their cars have also earned a reputation and Paul McCartney’s Mini recently sold for a tidy £182,000. It sold at the Auburn Auction...

Certain cars have become a rare sight on UK roads, with the Fiat 132 being among them. Introduced as a replacement to the Fiat 125 in 1972, the 132 was a large family car that featured a twin overhead cam engine. It also had a five-speed gear box that was...

The car world is filled with all kinds of special vehicles, from classics to concepts. Rally cars are some of the most impressive when it comes to speed and performance, with Prodrive having built some of the most successful competition vehicles. The...

Maseratis are among the rarest classic vehicles in the world, so when one appears at an auction you know there’s going to be a buzz. But what happens when an entire collection goes up for auction? You get the RM Sotheby London auction, which features six...

If you’re a Lamborghini fan, one of the best places to visit is the Lamborghini Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Bologna. The museum has an eclectic mix of motors and a new exhibition has introduced some fantastic models. The ‘Film Emotions’ exhibition...

In the car industry, it’s a common technique for manufacturers to borrow ideas from each other. The Reliant Robin became a striking three-wheeled car that served as an inspiration for other models. Reliant was invested in helping set up other car makers...

Unusual vehicles takes a closer look at convention busting concept cars that push the boundaries of design and technology. This time we’re focusing on the rotary-powered Japanese nostalgic hybrid, that was the Mazda EX-005, a quirky little car that...

The Aston Martin DB5 will be forever linked to James Bond and the partnership goes all the way back to 1964’s Goldfinger. Since then it’s featured in Thunderball, GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, Casino Royale, Skyfall and Spectre. Having appeared in many...

Over the years, car brands have come and gone in their quest to invent the next winning model. Competition has always been fierce in the sports car division, and Bexhill-based company Elva were eager to prove their worth. Founded in 1955 by Frank Nichols,...

Certain cars have become a rare sight on UK roads, with the Fiat 132 being among them. Introduced as a replacement to the Fiat 125 in 1972, the 132 was a large family car that featured a twin overhead cam engine. It also had a five-speed gear box that was...