Classic and Collector Car News, Features and Interviews.
The motor vehicle industry is often shrouded in secrecy with designs and data kept firmly under lock and key, but have any classic cars experienced intellectual property theft? We’ll explore this question in this article. Classic cars are a passion for many people around the world. These are typically cars which are 25 years old or more and which have been lovingly restored and maintained. Over the decades, classic cars…
In the UK, there are various rules regarding number plates, including size, spacing, colour and material. If your registration plate does not meet the regulations, drivers of vehicles could face a £100 fixed penalty notice that could be increased up to £1,000 in court. However, a new law expected to be introduced alongside the existing fine is for drivers to be penalised with three penalty points on their licence. This…
There comes a time in every motorist’s life when their services are requested by a friend. Sometimes this will be a lift to an engagement, and other times it may be the donation of boot space for a house move. This is what friends do, and you’ll naturally be happy to help where you can – but sometimes, you may be asked to lend your car in its entirety. This…
Few sensations are comparable to that new car feeling. Road users can feel great excitement with a fresh set of wheels. However, there is a low supply of new cars today, and the cost of second-hand vehicles is rising too. Not everybody can afford to experience that new car feeling again in the most straightforward sense. Still, other options are available if you already own a vehicle you’re perhaps disenchanted…
In the UK, it’s a legal requirement that, once a car has been on the road for three years, it undergoes an annual MOT test. This test is actually a series of smaller tests, going through everything from brakes to tyres to windscreen wipers to headlights. If you take your car in for an MOT and it fails, then you could find yourself having to pay extra. As such, anything…
Cars are perhaps the most popular form of transport in the UK thanks to their comfort and efficiency when going from A to B. As of March 2022, there were over 40 million licensed vehicles on UK roads. Occasionally, however, cars are stolen, especially classic cars as they can be easier to break into. This can leave owners distraught and without a means to get around. Around 28% of people…
Rally the Globe has announced that it is to partner with Irish Racing Green for the Shamrock Vintage Challenge, which takes place in Ireland from 8th – 11th May 2023. First staged in 2018, The Shamrock is a rally event specially for pre-war cars in Ireland, which was founded by Mickey Gabbett, Michael Jackson and Shane Houlihan. Their combined passions for driving legendary cars competitively on Ireland’s remarkably scenic and…
Classic car ownership is a fulfilling hobby for lots of people, but these styles of cars are not massively sustainable. Enthusiasts and owners may look for methods of making their classic cars more future-friendly, and this leads us to the question of whether or not you can convert a classic car into an electric vehicle. Read on to discover the answers. Short Answer Yes. Technically speaking, any vehicle can be…
There are many different car hobbies that people can get into, and classic car restoration is one of the most popular ones. However, if you’re thinking about getting into this hobby, there are a few things you need to know. This blog post will discuss three of the most important things you need to know before starting a classic car restoration project! Know What To Look For When it comes…
The car enthusiast community is one of the most popular and widely known communities in the world, which means that it is a wonderful community for new enthusiasts to try and join. After all, there are so many incredible elements within this community that already exist, which means there are plenty of fantastic things that you can get involved with right away. So, if you are looking to get involved…