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Whether or not you should get some winter tyres must be a question that is crossing the minds of many a driver at present as the UK once again disappears under a blanket of freezing snow. It’s a fair question, it’s not compulsory in the UK and nor has it even been particularly advised as […]
Are Winter Tyres Worth The Extra Cost? Read Post »
Audi’s new 4-door 552bhp RS 7 Sportback has finally been officially revealed to the public at this year’s prestigious Detroit Motor Show. Coming from the same stable as the RS 6, the RS 7 will square up to the Mercedes CLS63 AMG and the BMW M6 Gran Coupe in a battle for the rich man’s
Audi unveil new RS 7 Sportback at the Detroit Motor Show Read Post »
Autosport International is the world’s greatest four wheel indoor extravaganza and lucky for you Performance Direct were there to capture the full blast of the event. From Karting to Formula 1 and the unveiling of a new supercar, it is no surprise that over 80 thousand enthusiasts flocked to witness the attractions of the weekend
Autosport International 2013 Read Post »
Individuals purchasing a new Suzuki motorcycle in the coming months are to be offered a range of free accessories from the vehicle manufacturer. Models including the V-Strom 650 ABS and GSX1250FA are to be included in the offer, with buyers able to receive a wide array of free goodies with which to customise their bike.
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The Nissan 350Z was a bit of a revelation when it first appeared in 2003, reviving the Z-series brand as well as reviving the company’s public image. Remember, this was the company that put faith in the ultra-dull (but reliable) Almera for what seemed like an eternity. The reaction to the arrival of the 350Z
The 350Z revisited – the car that changed Nissan's image Read Post »
This weekend saw the unveiling of a new British supercar; the Radical RXC. With speed, visuals and performance, the new race car is laps ahead of its predecessors and the Le-Mans inspired sports machine is more than ready for international GT and sports championships.
First glimpse of Radical RXC at Autosport 2013 Read Post »
Councils throughout the UK are being urged to declutter and remove all unnecessary road signs. So far almost 9000 have been removed. The culmination of the biggest review of our use of road signs for 40 years is finally underway. The process has it’s roots in the lifting of the requirements for certain road signs
Councils urged to remove unnecessary and ugly road signs. Read Post »
Toyota has announced it will be showcasing ten custom models at this year's Tokyo Auto Salon event that will be taking place this month. The vehicle manufacturer is set to exhibit four GT86 concepts from Cb, Modellista, TRD and TOM'S, alongside its unique G Sports concepts developed from the Aqua hybrid hatchback and Mark X
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Vehicle manufacturer Honda has announced the launch of a new motorcycle aimed squarely at the UK's youth market. The MSX125 – Mini Street X-treme 125 – will go on sale from spring 2013 and builds on the company's long tradition of catering to this demographic.
Honda launches new youth motorcycle Read Post »
We live in an age where technology now seems to move faster than it is often possible to relate our desire for the latest gadget into the reality of being able to afford it. The Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show in Nevada, USA is the world’s largest technology conference and is often where a new
Google and Lexus Pave the Way for Driverless, Autonomous Cars Read Post »
Petrolheads will be pleased to know that Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May will be back for a brand new series of Top Gear scheduled for January 27 on BBC2 at 8pm. Looking at the official site at topgear.com will certainly whet your appetite if you are a fan. So what can we look
New series of Top Gear due end of January 2013 Read Post »
Many professional drivers take unnecessary – and often illegal – risks when out on the roads, new research has shown. Data compiled by road safety charity Brake revealed how 31 per cent of all professional drivers admit to having texted while in charge of a moving vehicle, while a further 17 per cent say they
Drivers 'take significant risks when behind the wheel' Read Post »
A range of Royal Mail stamps will this year celebrate the best of British in a series of stamps that will include Doctor Who, steam locomotives, Jane Austen and the London Underground. Issued on January 9th 2013, the series will commence with a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the London Underground, the first underground
Royal Mail Jaguar E-Type stamp serves as sweetener for this year's all new F-Type Read Post »
TV chef James Martin was a surprise guest at a Boxing Day car show in Hampshire, as he stunned onlookers by arriving in an extremely rare Ferrari. The star of Saturday Kitchen Live attended Romsey's annual Boxing Day Classic Car and Bike Meet with his 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB, the Southern Daily Echo reports.
James Martin's rare Ferrari makes car show appearance Read Post »
Qoros has unveiled the first images of its new GQ3 compact saloon, which will make its worldwide debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Offering a unique brand identity, the new GQ3 has been designed with a spacious interior and high-tech infotainment system as standard, the manufacturer states.
Qoros reveals first images of GQ3 Read Post »
According to Greek mythology, there once was a King named Midas who had the magical gift of turning everything he touched into gold. Fast forward a few thousand years and we’ve got Prince Nasser Al-Thani of the Qatar Royal family -someone else who has the gift of golden fingers and who has subsequently been dipping
The Midas Touch – Oakley Design 18ct gold Lamborghini Aventador LP760-4 Read Post »
The Race Retro & Classic Car Sale is set to take place on February 23rd, with the event to witness the auctioning of a classic 1969 Lola T70 MkIII B. Set to be a highlight of the event, the model will go under the hammer and has an estimated sale tag of between £570,000 and
Classic supercar to be auctioned in February Read Post »
Radical are due to launch their supercar, the RXC, at next year’s Autosport in January 2013. It is one of the most hotly anticipated cars of the new year and here at Motor Vision we simply cannot wait to get our hands on one. Once upon a time (don’t worry, this isn’t a bedtime story)
Radical RXC – the ultimate British supercar Read Post »
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has offered advice to vehicle owners to help them stay secure this winter. According to the organisation, motorists should only park in well-lit, secure areas in order to reduce the likelihood of vehicle break-ins. Moreover, all valuables should be removed from the car or placed out of sight, either
Drivers urged to secure their vehicles Read Post »
For Pope Benedict XVI Christmas has come early in the form of a new ‘popemobile’ from Mecedes-Benz. The 85-year old head of the Roman Catholic Church has been given two popemobiles from Mercedes based on the popular M-Class. The vehicles bring the world of popemobiles further into the modern age with all the latest technology
Pope Benedict XVI gets new popemobile in time for Christmas Read Post »
A new classic car event is set to take place in Stratford-upon-Avon next year, with more than 200 vehicles expected to take part. The inaugural Stratford Festival of Motoring will be held in the historic Warwickshire town on the bank holiday weekend of Sunday May 5th and Monday May 6th, when a selection of foreign
Stratford-upon-Avon to host new classic car festival Read Post »
Depending on your outlook, the arrival of Christmas is heralded by a variety of different things. The sound of Christmas carols sung by angelic school choirs, the first sign of any festive advertising – or maybe it’s the Coca-Cola truck. It’s fair to say that Coke have got it festively right again for a new
Does the Coca-Cola truck now herald the start of Christmas? Read Post »
Onboard vehicle telematics technology could play a key role in tackling crash fraud in the UK, it has been claimed. According to Cobra UK, 'crash for cash' fraud is an increasing problem, but telematics could ensure insurers have a greater amount of data at their disposal when considering the validity of incidents if the technology
Telematics 'can cut crash fraud' Read Post »
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has announced it is to hold a seminar next year to highlight new methods for improving road safety in the UK. Set to take place in Birmingham on March 7th, the event will provide a platform for members of the road safety sector to consult with
RoSPA seminar to highlight road safety Read Post »
