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It’s that time of the year again, so all you die-hard modified car fans get ready, as it’s time for your favourite car show of the year, Ultimate Street Car.
The lead up to Ultimate Street Car 2014! Read Post »
You can always count on the likes of Mercedes-Benz to try to get to the forefront of in-car technology and it seems that their new 4.0 litre V8 biturbo engine certainly looks like an achievement in that area.
Mercedes-AMG reveals newer and better V8 engine Read Post »
Cars of days gone by, adrenaline-fuelled motor racing and a rocking selection of live music awaits visitors at this weekend’s Silverstone Classic.
Gear up for the Silverstone Classic Read Post »
To fit with the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport for the 2015 model year, Land Rover has revealed a big suite of updates. The updates include cleaner engines, improved performance, better in-car technology and more options for buyers to personalise their vehicles.
Updates revealed for 2015 Range Rover model Read Post »
Covering a massive variety of motor events this past weekend, Bug Jam was bigger and bader than ever. Despite the terrible weather in some cases, rain and wind wasn’t at all a problem as the events at hand were the front focus, from off road buggying to BMX’ing and Drag racing, Bug Jam was definitely
Fiat has unveiled the new Panda Cross, a nice combination of the versatility of the little city car that we all know as well as the off road capabilities of the Panda 4×4.
FIAT REVEALS THE RUGGED NEW PANDA CROSS Read Post »
Fans of vintage cars were in for a treat this weekend (July 20th) as a whole host of these vehicles were out on display at Shelsley Walsh.
Shelsley Walsh showcases Classic Nostalgia Read Post »
The newest supercar from BMW, the i8, has been dubbed as the ‘future of the supercar’ by its creators. But what is it about the car that makes it worthy of this title?
BMW i8 most advanced supercar to date Read Post »
There’s no denying that Audi is one of the most sleek car brands out there both in looks and performance, a thought that judges at the Auto Express awards seemed to agree with.
Audi gets best in class wins at Auto Express awards Read Post »
IT’S OFFICIAL. Formula One Racer, Le mans 24H winner and American Le Mans Series double champion David Brabham is the latest driver to be confirmed for this weekend’s Grove & Dean Motorsport Insurance Radical SR3 Challenge, with his son Sam Brabham alongside him!
David and Sam Brabham Set for Grove & Dean SR3 Challenge Debut! Read Post »
Aston Martin is set to unleash its quickest, most potent and fastest-accelerating roadster so far. Its new V12 Vantage S Roadster is set to be released later this year.
Aston Martin unveils V12 Vantage S Roadster Read Post »
Drag racing, hot rods and bikes from an era gone by were the focus for many at the weekend (July 11th to 13th) as fans gathered at the Santa Pod Raceway in Bedfordshire for Dragstalgia. Motor-Vision’s photographer, Darren Skidmore, was on hand to soak up the action through the lens and show everyone what they
Petrolheads get nostalgic about drag racing Read Post »
The Commonwealth Games are just around the corner and while the athletes are all preparing for their own events, some are also gearing up with Ford for a new campaign.
Athletes team up with Ford for Commonwealth Games Read Post »
A huge and rare collection of Peugeots, from classic models to modern creations, came together in the UK for the annual International Peugeot Meeting. In total, 120 cars came to the event, which followed the theme Best of British, to hold up the strapline of ‘motion and emotion’.
Huge collection of classic Peugeots gather in the UK Read Post »
The Tour De France has rolled through the lush landscapes of Yorkshire and Essex and has now departed for France. If you were one of the lucky millions to witness this momentous event, you will have no doubt noticed the distinctive blue and black of the Team Sky support vehicles speeding ahead of the peloton and behind.
Team Sky’s Jaguar Support Vehicles Read Post »
Olympic gold medallist Nicola Adams got to experience a little bit of motorsport when she got in the co-driver seat next to rally driver Thierry Neuville.
Nicola Adams tries rally driving with Thierry Neuville Read Post »
Promising to deliver a perfect mixture of both cutting-edge technology and style that is reminiscent of French haute couture, the Furtive-eGT from Exagon motors will be gliding into the Salute to Style event at Hurlington Club this July.
Exagon motors presents hyper car Furtive-eGT Read Post »
From Nissan Micras to GSXR’s, this weekend, Jap Show had it all! Cars from every different scene were welcomed at Santa Pod Raceway and everyone enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the show.
Volvo has promised that it will be releasing the cleanest and most powerful sports utility vehicle (SUV) that the world has seen so far.
Volvo XC90 to be cleanest and most powerful SUV Read Post »
Jaguar has literally put Team Sky rider and last year’s Tour de France winner, Chris Froome, under the sea. For the video, aptly titled ‘Team Sky – Cycling Under the Sea’, Froome became the first cyclist to ride through the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais.
Jaguar puts Team Sky 'under the sea' Read Post »
Ford’s new global SUV, The Edge, will go on sale in the UK next year at a cost of approximately £30,000. It will be interesting to see what The Edge can bring to an increasingly saturated SUV market. The 5-seater is a relation to the unfortunately named but popular Kuga. With European Kuga sales increasing
Ford’s Brand New SUV – The Edge Read Post »
This year marks the 60th since the first right-hand drive Volkswagen Transporter rolled into the UK and grew its reputations as one of the most iconic commercial vehicles and motorhomes in the country.
Volkswagen Transporter celebrates six decades in the UK Read Post »
There will be celebrations all round at Silverstone this weekend as July 4th sees the iconic British racing track hosting its 50th Grand Prix.
Silverstone celebrates its 50th Grand Prix Read Post »
A gorgeous Maserati A6 CGS Berlinetta was named ‘best in show’ at the Goodwood Festival of Speed’s ‘Style-Et-Luxe’ award, proving once and for all that the manufacturer is top notch when it comes to style.
Maserati takes home Goodwood Festival of Speed style prize Read Post »
