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JBR Capital Launches New Luxury Car Report
JBR Capital has released the first edition of a new quarterly Luxury Car Report which provides an in-depth insight into the most popular vehicles financed in the UK, as well as sale numbers and prices.
Hennessey Supercharges 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse
The Ford Mustang Dark Horse is the latest car to be given a boost by Hennessey Performance, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle creator. The company has re-engineered more than 12,000 vehicles since its inception in 1991, tackling sports cars, muscle cars and even trucks and SUVs.
Hyundai Santa Fe Arrives with Bold New Design
Hyundai Motor Company revealed the latest generation of its Santa Fe SUV, in a first full model change since 2018. Originally created in 2011, the Santa Fe is now in its fifth generation and coincides with Hyundai’s intention to move up the scale towards becoming a more premium brand.
One-Off Ferrari KC23 Fully Unveiled After Goodwood Hill Run
Ferrari gave fans a brief glimpse of the latest addition to its ‘One-Off’ series at the Festival of Speed recently and now it had fully unveiled its creation, the Ferrari KC23. Part of the Prancing Horse’s Special Projects programme, it was commissioned by one of Ferrari’s leading collectors, which the Italian marque does for its most loyal customers.
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023 Round Up
The 30th edition of the Goodwood Festival of Speed had a memorable weekend with several milestones and debuts amongst a ton of action down in Sussex. Not even the severe wind that caused Saturday’s festivities to be called off could dampen spirits, although this was remarked for its rare occurrence, being the first time in 30 years that any day has had to be cancelled.
Renewably Fuelled Bentley Bentayga EWB Sets Goodwood Record
Just before the Goodwood Festival of Speed kicked off, there was time for an, albeit unofficial, record-breaking run on the famous hill from a Bentley Bentayga EWB running on renewable fuel.
Morgan Returns to the USA with Super 3
After its initial February 2022 launch, Morgan Motor Company recently announced the arrival of Super 3 to the United States in a return to the country for the Worcestershire marque.
Lotus to Display Full Range at Goodwood
Lotus brings its biggest ever stand to the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend to showcase its full range – Eletre, Emira and Evija.
1991 Le Mans Winning Mazda 787B Returns to Goodwood
The 1991 Le Mans winning Mazda 787B will make the trip across the channel to the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed after demonstrations at the recent 24 Hours of Le Mans and Le Mans Classic. In the centenary year of the iconic 24 hour race, the 787B will be part of a fleet of other Le Mans contenders in what marks its first appearance at Goodwood for eight years.
Kia EV9 Pricing and Spec Revealed Ahead of Goodwood Debut
On July 6th, pre-orders began in the UK for the Kia EV9, Kia’s brand new flagship three-row SUV. It’s been a bumper week of information, with pricing and specifications revealed as well as news of a public debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed where it will take on the iconic Hill Climb.
AC Cobra GT Roadster Debuts at Le Mans Classic
After the unveiling of the AC Cobra GT Roadster in London in May, we’ve finally got to see it take to the track, as the car was given its public events debut at the Le Mans Classic 2023.
New MG4 EV XPOWER Pricing and Spec Revealed
It is another electric entry into the market from MG, as pricing and specifications have been revealed for its new hatchback, the MG4 EV XPOWER, ahead of its debut this month. Hot on the heels of the Cyberster, this represents a further venture into the EV market, with the XPOWER being MG’s most powerful production car yet.
Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari Enzo Sells for €5.4 Million
Recently at Driven, we brought you news of several rare and high profile Ferraris going up for auction in Monaco as part of the MonacoCarAuctions L’AstaRossa sale. Now, figures have come through revealing the eye-watering amounts that some of these cars have sold for, including Fernando Alonso’s 2002 Ferrari Enzo which sold for €5,400,000.
Maserati GT2 Unveiled at Spa
Maserati has unveiled its latest track creation to the world at the 24 Hours of Spa in Belgium. The beautiful looking Maserati GT2 signals a return to the world of GT competitions for the Italian brand and will make its debut towards the end of the 2023 Fanatec GT2 European Series.
Paul Weller Lambretta Scooter Among Bikes for Auction in Solihull
H&H Classics is back with another auction, following £2¼ million worth of sales in Duxford earlier this month. This time attention turns to vehicles of a two-wheeled variety at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.
60 Years of McLaren to be Celebrated at Goodwood
McLaren will take its 60th anniversary celebrations to Goodwood, with a significant presence at the 2023 Festival of Speed, specifically paying homage to its founder Bruce McLaren.
Radford Type 62-2 Places First in Class at Pikes Peak Hill Climb
The Radford Type 62-2 Pikes Peak Edition, driven by renowned Rally and Race Car Driver Tanner Foust, has finished first in the Exhibition Class at the 101st edition of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb in Colorado.
Alpine’s Electric Future to be Displayed at Goodwood
Alpine’s electric future will be on display at Goodwood Festival of Speed next month, as the French brand showcases things to come to thousands of fans in attendance, taking on several climbs of the Goodwood Hill in the process.
Triumph Enters 400cc Market with Scrambler 400x and Speed 400
This week, Triumph released two brand new models to its range: with new Speed and Scrambler models. Whilst the model names aren't new, the engines that power them are. Up to now, for both models, the power plant has been one of two options, a 900cc or a 1200cc twin-cylinder lump - but not any more.
Brand New BMW M5 Touring Set for 2024 Release
The BMW M5 Touring is back! Well, not quite yet, but we’ve been treated to some camouflage and covered images in a tantalising teaser. Due for release in 2024, the famed performance, long distance comfort and spaciousness in M5 form will be available for the third time in its history. Also, BMW will showcase several of its cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.