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Volvo Reveals Fully Electric EM90
Volvo has unveiled its first ever fully electric people carrier. The EM90, described by the Swedish brand as a ‘living room on the move’, has a strong emphasis on comfort. It has a range to match with a capacity of 459 miles on a single charge.
H&H Classics to Auction 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL
A rare 1964 Mercedez-Benz 230L, once on the cover of a 2009 issue of Classic & Sportscar magazine, will be part of H&H Classics’ upcoming auction at Pavilion Gardens in Buxton. Restored by marque specialist Silchester Garage, the Pagoda is expected to sell for £60,000 - £70,000.
Parkers New Car Awards 2024 Winners Announced
In its seventh year, the 2024 Parkers New Car Awards try to mirror the fluctuating change in preferences of the UK's car-buying audience. The winners are determined by the website's reviewers, combined with the buying choices of the site's 2.3 million users. The victories just keep on coming for MG, as the British brand celebrated a hat-trick of wins.
2023 Hot Wheels Legends Tour Winner Crowned
The world’s largest travelling car show, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour, has concluded with the crowning of its 2023 winner at the Global Grand Finale. The 2023 tour was the largest yet and spread across five continents and 16 countries with the Hot Wheels team and guest judges reviewing thousands of entered vehicles. This year’s winning car was a 1990 Mazda MX-5 roadster and will now be made into a 1:64 scale Hot Wheels toy as well as induced into the Hot Wheels Garage of Legends.
McLaren 750S with 3-7-59 Theme Celebrates Triple Crown
McLaren continued its 60th anniversary year celebrations with yet another new livery celebrating its Triple Crown success. The 3-7-59 Theme is a reference to the race numbers worn by the victorious McLarens in each of the three Triple Crown victories and was realised by expert paint technicians at McLaren Special Operations (MSO), taking more than 1200 hours to paint.
30 Years of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage V550
In 2012, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage V550 was unveiled to much fanfare at the British Motor Show when it was presented as the fastest and most powerful production car Aston Martin had devised yet. When it was released a year later it led to rave reviews in the motoring media creating a frenzy of excitement in the automotive world. This year marks the 30th anniversary of a car many would consider to be a modern classic.
Maserati Unveils Limited Edition MC20 Notte
Maserati has introduced the MC20 Notte, a limited edition MC20 which the Italian marque says ‘celebrates the daring spirit that has always propelled the Trident forward’. Alongside a short film are a set of striking images showing the car in its natural habitat at night.
Patsy Burt's Jaguar XK120 to be Auctioned in Buxton
A rare 1954 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe, once owned by Patsy Burt, is the subject of the latest H&H Classics auction at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton later this month. The legendary car is estimated to fetch between £100,000 - £120,000.
1965 MGB Roadster Driven by Sir Stirling Moss up for Auction
Leading online automotive auction site Car & Classic is currently auctioning a fully restored 1965 MGB Roadster rally driven by Sir Stirling Moss in the 1989 Pirelli Classic Marathon. The car was shipped over to its spiritual home in the UK and rebuilt in 1989 at the MG Show in Birmingham for Moss by marque specialists Brown & Gammons.
The Motorist is the UK’s Classic Capital
Footman James has announced The Motorist in North Yorkshire as the UK’s Classic Capital, beating competition from Bicester Heritage, Coleshill Auto Breakfast Meet, Goodwood Motor Circuit, and Re:Fuel to be crowned as the winning spot.
Media Round Up - October 20 - November 3
On this week’s Media Round Up - Hennessey reintroduces its Venom 775, Ferrari gives us a glimpse of its latest one-off model, Munro’s first all-electric series M 4x4 leaves the production line and Mazda produces its two millionth rotary engine. Also, if you’re the owner of a Bugatti Baby II from The Little Car Company, you can now pair it with an even smaller hand crafted model.
Hennessey’s Last Stand Models Celebrate Dodge’s Hellcat V8 Engine
Texas-based hypercar manufacturer Hennessey has released limited editions of the Dodge SRT Challenger and Charger. Limited to just 50 exclusive examples, the cars, known as ‘Last Stand’ models, honour the nine-year run of Dodge’s supercharged 6.2-litre Hellcat HEMI V8 engine.
Drive Rally Prepared Porsche 911s in Lapland
If you’re struggling to find a suitable Christmas present for a fellow petrolhead or haven’t yet booked your holiday for next year, then the subject matter in this article may be for you. In January 2024, events company Kalmar Beyond Adventure is offering bespoke ice driving experiences in Lapland using Porsches from sister company Kalmar Automotive.
One-off 1995 Alfa Romeo Castagna Vittoria to be Auctioned by Car & Classic
Later this month, a 1995 Alfa Romeo Castagna Vittoria will be auctioned online by Car & Classic. Coach built by Carrozzeria Castagna - best known for developing coaches on the Orient Express - the car is a one-off working prototype based on an Alfa Romeo 75 and is regarded as an Italian classic.
Romans International Offering Ferrari Enzo and Maserati MC12
Surrey-based dealership Romans International is to offer a Ferrari Enzo and Maserati MC12, two of the most stylish and revered supercars of the 2000s. The pair share a connection from their conception and have remained in pristine condition with only delivery miles on the clock.
Chelsea Truck Company Unveils Defender 90 Prototype
Chelsea Truck Company has unveiled its newest take on the Defender 90 with a 1 of 1 experimental prototype of Land Rover’s famous model. As well as Defender, the Chelsea Truck Company has also built versions of the Jeep Wrangler and G-Wagon.
McLaren Offer Exclusive 60th Anniversary Options for Customers
The 60th anniversary of McLaren has produced many interesting and exciting events throughout the year. Now, customers can mark this occasion with a new range of options all celebrating the British brand’s achievements. Among the options are new exterior and interior visual content paying tribute to McLaren’s ‘Triple Crown’ success and is available on all newly ordered series production models such as the GT, Artura and 750S.
Aston Martin Vantage GTE set for Final Farewell
With new regulations looming, this weekend marks the end most successful GT racing car in the history of Aston Martin, the Vantage GTE. Making its final appearance in modern day motorsport in Bahrain during the conclusion of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the Vantage GTE has been an ever-present in the WEC since 2012, recording 52 class wins and 11 world championship titles in that time.
Maserati Quattroporte Turns 60
This week marks the 60th anniversary of the Maserati Quattroporte. Originally unveiled on October 30th 1963 at the Turin Motor Show, over 75,000 models have gone on to be produced in its six decades of history.
Ferrari 499P Modificata Presented at Mugello
Meet the Ferrari 499P Modificata, unfortunately, a strictly limited series car for specially selected clientele to use non-competitively on track. Presented at the Ferrari World Finals at the Mugello Circuit, the car is a substantially modified version of the 499P that triumphed in the Centenary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in what was a stellar 2023 overall for the Prancing Horse.