Torrens Trophy win for Triumph
This week, Triumph Motorcycles was awarded the Torrens Trophy at an event at the Royal Automobile Club in London. The prestigious award has been given to recipients since the 1970s and recognises Britain’s highest achiever in motorcycling and motorcycle racing.
The 2024 Mazda2 Hybrid will arrive in March
The 2024 Mazda2 Hybrid will arrive in the UK from March. Sporting a new front bumper and grille design, all imagined at Mazda’s European Design Studio in Germany, the car’s overall design has been given a fresher look.
Guenther Steiner leaves Haas
Guenther Steiner has left his role as Team Principal of the Haas F1 Team after 10 years at the helm. Following discussions with team owner Gene Haas, the Italian will be replaced by Ayao Komatsu, previously Director of Engineering at the US-based team.
Honda 0 Series showcased with two EV concepts
At the CES 2024 event in Las Vegas, Honda unveiled its ‘Honda 0 Series’ which will launch in 2026 worldwide. Two concept models - Saloon and Space-Hub - were presented for the first time to demonstrate what it's all about. Also being shown for the first time was the new H mark that will be used exclusively for the next generation of EV models from Honda.
Rare Lancia Fulvia Sport Zagato Competizione to be auctioned
Online car auction site Car & Classic is to offer the opportunity to purchase a rare 1968 Lancia Fulvia Sport Competizione Zagato with bids able to be placed from January 10th. One of 25 rumoured to be produced and 19 left in circulation, the 1968 Lancia Fulvia Sport Competizione Zagato followed on and took inspiration from the 1300 version of the Lancia Fulvia Sport which was a successful model for the Italian coachbuilder.
The Triumph Daytona is Back: Daytona 660 Launched
Triumph launches the new Daytona 660—a 93HP, 3-cylinder sports bike embracing the middleweight sports bike category at £8,595. The Triumph Daytona is officially back with an all-new design, a new 3-cylinder engine, new geometry, and tech. In the words of the Triumph development team, the new Daytona 660 promises exciting dynamics, a thrilling ride, and class-leading build quality and specs at a price that may surprise you.
Formula E returns this weekend in Mexico City
Formula E returns this Saturday in Mexico City as 11 teams and 22 drivers battle for the championship in 2024. Season 10 of the Formula E Championship will have 17 races, making it the longest to date.
New Year Honours for Horner and Dennis
There was special recognition for two members of the world of motorsport this week as King Charles III’s New Year Honours List was released with Red Bull Racing’s Christian Horner and former McLaren boss Ron Dennis both recognised.
NIO Founder Completes 1000+km Journey on a Single Charge
NIO Founder, Chairman and CEO William Li has driven a NIO ET7 over 1,000km on a single charge, marking a new milestone for the company. Range anxiety is one of the most common issues with potential EV customers and NIO is making the effort to combat that by showcasing its latest Ultra Long Range 150kWh battery pack.
Jamie Chadwick to Make Goodwood Racing Debut
Three-time W Series Champion and Indy NXT driver Jamie Chadwick will make her Goodwood racing debut at the 81st Members’ Meeting in 2024. The Brit will get behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang as she competes in the Ken Miles Cup and Gordon Spice Trophy.
New McLaren GTS Revealed
McLaren has revealed the GTS, a replacement for the McLaren GT that has been given something of a refresh for 2024. The changes that have been made led McLaren to claim that this is the best of its class when it comes to power-to-weight ratio.
Aston Martin Announce 2024 Factory Driver Roster
Aston Martin Racing has announced its 2024 factory driver roster featuring a blend of youth and experience as the British brand looks to make its mark on a new era of competition in GT racing.
Urban Automotive Predicts 5 Modification Trends in 2024
Bespoke modified of luxury brands, Urban Automotive, has revealed its predictions for the top five modification trends of 2024. There has been an increase in the popularity of bespoke modifications in recent years with car owners wanting to make their vehicles as unique as possible.
KAMManufaktur Launches sub-700kg 912c
KAMManufaktur - the Budapest based restomod company - have a new take on the iconic 912 sports car and this time it’s lighter than ever.
Bentley Blower Jnr Begins Durability Testing with Christmas Mission
The Bentley Blower Jr, a collaboration between The Little Car Company and Bentley’s Heritage Collection, will be put through a durability programme of more than 5,000 miles and across three continents before production begins in 2024. The first mission? Collecting a Christmas tree from snowy Switzerland.
Jenson Button to Compete in World Endurance Championship for Jota Porsche
2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button will return to top level motorsport in 2024, competing in the top hypercar class in the World Endurance Championship.
Red Bull Racing Complete Pitch Black Pit Stop
If winning all but one race in the 2023 Formula One season wasn’t enough for the Oracle Red Bull Racing team, another achievement has been met as the teams’ pit crew completed the sport’s first ever pit stop in complete darkness.
Record $1.655M for Wolf of Wall Street Countach at New York Sotheby’s Auction
A 1989 Lamborghini Countach used in the production of ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ was among the many lots sold as RM Sotheby’s’ final live auction of 2023 in New York City raised $13,610,200.
Ferrari F355 Once Owned by Chris Rea Available at Bell Sport & Classic
There cannot be many more festive feelings at this.time of year than turning on the radio in the car and hearing ‘Driving Home for Christmas’ by Chris Rea playing back at you. Well, now you can drive home for Christmas in a car once owned by the blues man himself, as a 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta - formerly part of Chris Rea’s collection - has become available for sale at Bell Sport & Classic.
Race Schedule for Sustainably Fuelled 2024 Goodwood Revival Released
Goodwood has announced its race schedule for Goodwood Rival, the world’s first historic motorsport event to race exclusively with sustainable fuel. Taking place between Friday 6th - Sunday 8th September 2024, a total of 13 races will take place in an enthralling weekend of classic car action.
