Lamborghini have announced that the recreated Lamborghini Countach LP 500 prototype has officially gone on display at the MUDETEC Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese. The recreation of the original prototype, which was first revealed by Lamborghini earlier this month, had its public debut at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in October. The recreated prototype was the brainchild of one of Lamborghini’s customers, Albert Speiss, who approached the firm with the…
Jonny Smith’s The Late Brake Show Tour heads to Manchester
Motoring enthusiast, journalist, TV presenter and walking car-encyclopaedia Jonny Smith is taking The Late Brake Show On Tour to the iconic Manchester Central on 6 November. Following in the footsteps of New Order, Happy Mondays, Oasis and others, a truly diverse range of cars that can definitely hold their own in the shadows of musical greatness will line up in the venue’s distinct setting enabling fans of the YouTube channel…
Doherty and de Ville restored Green Goddess set for NEC Classic Motor Show
Discovery Networks UK is bringing one of its newest stars to this year’s Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, with Discovery, as the freshly restored ‘Green Goddess’ as seen in the new show Jimmy Doherty’s Dream Builds On Wheels will be on display at Birmingham’s NEC from 12-14 November. Over eight episodes, farmer and television presenter, Jimmy Doherty, has built the ultimate home on wheels so his family can explore the…
4 ways to keep your vehicle reliable and trustworthy
Your vehicle is your way of getting from point A to point B. If you car is a daily driver you rely on it a lot more. So if it breaks down, it can be a significant source of stress. If you’re not careful with maintenance, all the miles you put on your car can lead to costly repairs or, worse yet, an accident. If you own a classic car…
The heritage of the Rolls-Royce Black Badge
The Black Badge family of Rolls-Royce motor cars, which was launched in 2016, is the ultimate expression of the marques spirit of individualism, self-expression, creativity and iconoclasm. Black Badge draws on the firms rich heritage with inspiration for the current models tracing back as far as 1933. One colour above all has stood out as the finish of choice for Rolls-Royce clients. And that is the colour Black. The colour…
Triumph and Frazer Nash win Rally the Globes Carrera Italia
Rally the Globes Carrera Italia historic rally has been won by a 1959 Triumph TR3A and a 1938 Frazer Nash-BMW 328. The event was the not-for-profit clubs first venture to Europe since the easing of restrictions and a second victory of the year for the Triumph TR3A. Inspired by Italian rally history, the Carrera Italia 2021 started and finished in sun-drenched Sanremo on the Italian Riviera, home to the country’s…
Paul Cowland drives 1903 Knox ahead of London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
TV’s Paul Cowland, star of Salvage Hunters Classic Cars and Motor Pickers, has gotten behind the wheel of a 1903 Knox ahead of the 125th London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. This years London to Brighton Veteran Car Run is taking place on Sunday 7thNovember and event partner Hagerty will be taking part in its 1-cylinder 1903 Knox, a regular participant in the event. The Knox Automobile Company was established…
NEC Classic Motor Show to showcase electric classics
This year’s Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, with Discovery, is embracing the future with a brand new feature showcasing not only the look of classic electric cars but also how they drive. Twice-daily, a range of electric classics will be driving around a purpose built oval within Hall 5, next to the Discovery Live Stage, with Wheeler Dealers’ Mike Brewer talking to the various companies and owners. Show Director Lee…
DVLA & Classic Car Groups join forces to solve registration problems
The inaugural meeting of the Historic and Classic Vehicle User Group took place on 7th October 2021. This brought together the DVLA, key membership groups, the Association of Old Vehicle Clubs in Northern Ireland (AOVC), the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) and the Royal Automobile Club (RAC), and the industry representative organisation – the Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance (HCVA). Launched in May, the HCVA’s mission is to protect…
Bond No Time To Die exhibition officially opens at Beaulieu
The new Bond in Motion – No Time To Die exhibition has officially opened at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The launch took place on Friday October 15th and was opened in style with Lord Montagu driving into the Museum in an Aston Martin DB5. Dressed in a black tie and dinner suit, Lord Montagu unveiled the display of the iconic cars, gadgets and costumes from No Time To…