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Aston Martin DB5 and Frazer Nash-BMW win 2022 Carrera España

on 10th May 2022

Rally the Globe’s 2022 Carrera España has been won by a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 and a 1937 Frazer Nash-BMW. The historic rally covered an impressive 2,000 miles, starting in Barcelona on the Mediterranean Sea and finishing 11 days later in Santander on the Cantabrian coast. The all-asphalt route featured 30 Regularity Tests and 8 Speed Tests interspersed with overnight halts in the magnificent Paradors and former Benedictine monasteries. This…

Who wins the Performance 6-Speed Manual Transmission Battle, T56 or TR6060?

on 10th May 2022

There are a lot of people split over which 6-speed, the T56 or TR6060, is superior. To get to that, it is important to understand the key differences between the two. Let’s compare the technical specs, price range, and vehicle compatibility to determine which is the winner. Technical Components T56 Transmission The T56 transmission first appeared with the Dodge Viper in 1992, with a defining feature being its hydraulic clutch….

Spring Autojumble at Beaulieu opens in 2 weeks time

on 10th May 2022

The highly anticipated automotive event of the year, the Spring Autojumble at Beaulieu, opens to the public in less than 2 weeks time. An annual pilgrimage for thousands of classic car fans, this years show takes place on 14th and 15th May 2022. The UK’s most popular classic car buying and selling event will once again bring together many hundreds of stands, with bargains galore and rare gems waiting to…

American classics to star at London Concours 2022

on 28th April 2022

An impressive display of American classics are set to star at London Concours 2022, with the the grounds of the Honourable Artillery Company providing the backdrop for pristine examples of the gargantuan ‘jukeboxes on wheels’. Taking place from the 28th to 30th of June, the three day event will gather together a glittering array of classics and collector cars. Among the specially curated exhibits is the Fins and Chrome class,…

Mazda Museum to reopen in Hiroshima in May

on 28th April 2022

Mazda Motor Corporation is set to reopen its Museum in Hiroshima in May after undergoing a full renovation. The museum showcases historic vehicles and exhibits of the company’s history since its foundation more than a century ago. The museum will open to the public on the 23rd of May, and visitors will be treated to a spatial design and displays that have been given a complete makeover. The museum’s refurbishment…

Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm Shop heads to The Classic

on 28th April 2022

Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm Shop is heading to The Classic at Silverstone, which is taking place from 26th – 28th August. Set-up in 2020 by star of The Grand Tour, Clarkson’s farm shop is one of the many highlights on Amazon Prime’s widely-acclaimed show Clarkson’s Farm. The shop has achieved cult status drawing huge crowds to the Cotswolds. As well as selling products such as eggs, potatoes, flour and bee…

Countdown to the Donington Historic Festival 2022

on 28th April 2022

The countdown has begun to the Donington Historic Festival 2022, which is taking place this weekend at Donington Park. The circuit will welcome back motorsport fans on Saturday April 30th and Sunday 1st May for an exciting weekend of high octane action. Historic motorsport fans are in for a treat this weekend, with Touring Cars spanning four decades, two thundering races for original factory Group C cars, the glorious pre-‘56…

Thousands descend on Bicester Heritage for April Scramble

on 28th April 2022

Thousands of classic car fans descended on Bicester Heritage for the April Scramble, which took place on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th of April. Approximately 11,000 attended the two-day Spring Scramble, which was the first weekend-long event with a capacity crowd since 2019 The time-warp base was a veritable hive of activity, welcoming in an array of pre- and post-1990 cars, displayed around the Bicester Heritage technical site. Hagerty commandeered…

Are you thinking about investing in a classic car?

on 27th April 2022

If you are looking to buy a new car then look no further, especially if that car is a cool and retro classic. You may be a huge fan of classic cars and you are looking to purchase your very first one, which can be really exciting. Here are some things you should think about before you get that classic car on your driveway. Budget First of all, how much…

How to find more financial freedom while owning a car

on 27th April 2022

Cars are not the cheapest thing to own, run, and maintain. Sometimes, we can spend more than we had hoped for when we need to service our car or pay the insurance bill. And that’s because there are a lot of expenses that come with owning a car. Hence, they can hinder your financial comfort and freedom, especially when you get an unexpected maintenance bill. If you find yourself constantly…