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Introducing the refreshed Morgan Plus Four
The Morgan Plus Four - something seen on British roads for over 70 years - has been given a modern refresh for 2024. The Plus 4 was first introduced in 1950 at the Earl’s Court Motor Show in London and has since proven to be one of the company’s most popular models
The Bugatti Bolide offers blistering Formula 1 pace
Having started life as a concept only four years ago, the Bugatti Bolide is nearly a reality and deliveries are expected to take place in a few months.
The new Vauxhall Frontera is a spacious, family friendly SUV
After 20 years out of production, Vauxhall has brought back its Frontera - available in both petrol and electric form - to join the Mokka and Grandland in its SUV fleet.
Gordon Murray Automotive moves T.50 production to new HQ
Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) has moved production of its T.50 supercar from Dunsfold Park to its new premises at Highams Park, Surrey.
2025 Formula 1 season to begin in Australia
Since its addition to the F1 calendar in 1996, the race in Melbourne typically kicked off the season however that run was halted in 2020 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The season will begin there on 14-16 March and end in Abu Dhabi on the weekend of 5-7 December.
Hydrogen-powered Alpine Alpenglow to hit the track at Spa
Ahead of the FIA World Endurance Championship round, the Alpenglow will complete three laps of the track alongside another hydrogen-powered car, ACO’s H24 concept. Toyota similarly demonstrated its GR H2 hydrogen concept at Le Mans last year.
Jos Verstappen to compete in British Rally Championship race in Wales
Jos Verstappen will compete at the Severn Valley Stages leg of the British Rally Championship (BRC) in Wales on Friday 12th April. He started his venture into rallying in 2022.
Fernando Alonso signs new deal with Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso has ended speculation about his Formula 1 future by signing a new multi-year deal with Aston Martin. The deal was announced with a press release from the team which included a quote from Alonso simply stating: “I am here to stay.”
Lamborghini Huracan STJ says goodbye to the V10
Lamborghini has revealed the Huracan STJ as the brand brings an end to nearly 11 years of the model, with a new V8-engined hybrid set to replace it later this year.
Four Aston Martin DB5 cars being sold by Hilton & Moss
For any fans of James Bond, the Aston Martin DB5 is the epitome of an icon and perhaps even transcends the film world in general. Now, Hilton & Moss are offering a world first, as four Aston Martin DB5s will be available to buy from its showroom in Hertfordshire.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N to compete at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
After being tested in extreme temperatures and locations and developed and tuned specifically at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, Hyundai will take two production IONIQ 5 N models to Colorado for the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak Internation Hill Climb (PPIHC) on June 23rd. The pair will compete in the Electric Production SUV/Crossover class as part of a four-car effort.
BMW and Rimac Technology to partner on future electric vehicles
BMW has announced a long term partnership with Rimac Technology that will see the Croatian company produce battery technology for the next generation of electric cars from the German marque.
Gordon Murray Automotive T.50s to make debut at Goodwood Members’ Meeting
Making appearances at 11:50 am on Saturday and 2:55 pm on Sunday, the T.50s will be driven by four-time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti and will follow “James”, one of the Mule cars for the upcoming T.33 as part of a two-car on-track demonstration.
Lamborghini create customised Revuelto to celebrate Arena event
This customised Revuelto is finished in Grigio Hati (grey) with Verde Scandal (green) details and Verde Chiaro (light green) brake callipers. Red, white and green stripes on the rear of the car celebrate the Italian flag while two Nero Noctis (black) stripes on the bonnet give it a racing edge.
Boodles and Mulliner create one-of-one Bentley Continental GTC
British jewellery company Boodles and Mulliner, Bentley’s in-house coachbuilding and bespoke division, have collaborated to create a one-of-one Bentley Continental GTC. The unique bespoke commission will be shown at Jack Barclays in London on April 11th.
Alinghi Red Bull Racing BoatOne unveiled in Barcelona
While Red Bull’s Formula 1 team continue to dominate proceedings on track in Japan, the Alinghi Red Bull Racing team’s boat was unveiled in Barcelona ahead of the start of the 37th America’s Cup in August.
New Abarth 600e pictures mark 75th anniversary of brand
The 240hp is set to be the most powerful production model created by the brand and is Abarth’s second fully electric car following the 500e.
Peugeot announces new hybrid powertrains for 308 and 408
The Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 powertrain couples a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and incorporates a 28hp electric motor and 48V battery. It can operate, according to Peugeot, more than 50% of the time in electric mode during low-speed town driving.
Lamborghini changes logo after 20 years
Lamborghini has changed its logo after two decades as part of a rebranding strategy that “embodies (its) new trajectory focused on sustainability and decarbonisation” outlined by its Direzione Cor Tauri program.
Aston Martin opens new Tokyo showroom
Opening its doors today, Aston Martin Ginza is located within The Peninsula Tokyo hotel in one of the most popular commercial districts in Tokyo among other flagship stores of luxury brands. It follows on from the brand’s first global flagship location, Q New York, which opened in 2023.