Unusual Vehicles is a segment that shines a light on history’s most unconventional motors. The Amphicar had a weird design that made it look like a cross between a car and a boat. As an amphibious vehicle, the Amphicar could be used on land and water. It...

There have always been trailblazers within the car industry. They are the innovative vehicles that have introduced new features and designs to the world. An early trailblazer was the Citroen Traction Avant, which became the world’s first mass produced...

In the early days of car manufacturing, Bentley emerged as one of the world’s premier brands. Extravagance, glamour and speed became synonymous with the company and the people who drove the cars. Bentleys became popular racing vehicles and it led to a...

According to recent statistics by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), two million second hand cars were sold between April and June 2018 in the UK. A total volume of 2,039,429 used cars showcased a decline of 0.4% compared to 2017. This...

There are many famous vehicles that have appeared in pop culture, ranging from the Aston Martin DB5 to the Classic Mini. One of the best known cars in pop culture is KITT, which appeared in the 1980s TV show Knight Rider. Viewers will remember David...

In the automotive industry, car manufacturers come and go in their pursuit to craft memorable vehicles. In the case of Talbot-Lago, the French company had several ups and downs, teetering on the brink of bankruptcy more than once. Despite the...

Unusual Vehicles looks into the history and design of an unconventional car. Many unusual cars come with an interesting story and the Chrysler Norseman certainly had one. The car itself was beautiful, from the sleek body, to the unique C-pillar roof....

Within the car industry, innovation is a driving force and many cars have been heralded as the next big thing. The 1989 BMW Z1 was heralded as a vehicle of the future, due to its unique features. With plastic body panels and vertically sliding doors, the...

The BBC Children in Need appeal is one of the UK’s most popular charities. Every year people donate thousands of pounds towards a worthy cause. Dan Handley and Dave Brooks, two resisdents of Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, have pledged to raise money by going...

Over the years, there have been a plethora of car brands that have risen up and disappeared. Some companies transitioned from one product to another, with a good example being Italian manufacturer Autobianchi. Originally bicycle developer, the company...

During the early days of car manufacturing, using steel for a body was more expensive than using wood. For centuries, wood had been a material that companies knew how to work with. Over time, steel became easier to utilise, with wood gradually being...

Within the automotive industry, small cars have enjoyed a certain amount of reverence for their design and practicality. An early model, the Austin 7, stirred up interest, but later models drummed up even greater support. Fiat aimed to be the first...

Rolls-Royce has long established itself as one of the premier car manufacturers in the world. The company’s luxury vehicles are some of the greatest to ever be devised. The Silver Wraith is an epic example of what Rolls-Royce are capable of. Considered...

British cars have a history of becoming popular in America. This comes down to design, comfort and performance, with models like the Mini and Jaguar XK120 making a big impact. A British car that was designed for the American market was the Daimler SP250....

During the early days of Bentley, the brand came to be associated with glamour, speed and luxury. Much of the glitz was thanks to Chairman Woolf Barnato, who courted public favour through his racing and extravagant lifestyle. Barnato was at the centre of...

AC Cars have a history of developing a plethora of stunning motors, particularly pre-WW2. But one of the company’s finest works was developed in the period following WW2. The AC Ace is remembered as an automotive masterpiece because of its design,...

Austin have produced a slew of successful vehicles, ranging from the revolutionary Seven, to the stylish A30. Another significant motor was the Austin A35. With a combination of comfort and performance, the A35 proved to be an excellent mode of transport....

Unusual Vehicles is a segment that focuses on an unorthodox car that stood out for the way it was designed. The unusual can be beautiful, which was certainly true of the Phantom Corsair. Created by Rust Heinz, Maurice Schwartz and Christian Bohman, the...

The Bugatti Chiron is one of the most anticipated cars in recent memory. The ultra-powerful performance motor features an 8-litre quad-turbocharged W16 engine and is capable of reaching a top speed of 250 mph. Bugatti have gone a step further and...

In the history of racing, there have been a range of impressive motors to take to the track. One of the most famous is the Cooper T51, as it was driven by Jack Brabham, and he became the first driver to win the World Championship of Drivers with a rear...