In April 1971, the world got to see the Mercedes-Benz 350 SL (R107). This model was the first to use the “R” abbaveration meaning “roadster”. Later in the year, Mercedes-Benz derived the four-seater coupe version from the R 107. This SL coupe model was known as the C 107. Through its production years there were [...]
The latest figures from the SMMT show a 11% increase in new car registration for March 2021 compared with March 2020. Year-to-date new car registrations in the UK are down -12% against the same period last year. The past year has been the toughest in modern history and the automotive sector has, like many others, [...]
In 2015 McLaren introduced its Sports Series with the 570S Coupe. Other models followed from the 540C, 570GT, 570S Spider, 600LT Coupé, 600LT Spider and 620R. More than 8,500 Sports Series cars were sold around the world. The McLaren 620R's were the final models to leave the McLaren Production Centre in Woking UK. We Blog [...]
Bentley has released details of its new Continental GT Speed. The new Continental GT Speed features all-wheel steering and an electronic rear differential. Its 6.0 litre W12 TSI engine has been revised to produce 650 bhp and 900 Nm of torque. “The new Continental GT Speed represents the very pinnacle of performance grand touring. This [...]
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Aston Martin are celebrating their return to F1® with this - the Vantage F1® Edition.The new Vantage F1® Edition engine power has been increased by 25 PS. Modifications have also been made to the 8 - speed auto transmission, suspension and steering. “Performance is at the heart of every Aston Martin, but when it wears [...]
I find this hard to believe... but the humble Vauxhall Frontera is celebrating its 30th birthday! It was first seen at the Geneva Motor Show in 1991. The Frontera was built at the Vauxhall factory in Luton. In 1993 it became the best selling off-road vehicle in Europe - with more than 320,000 units sold. The [...]
Today during the BMW Group Annual Conference, the all-new fully electric BMW i4 was revealed in pre-production form. “With its sporty looks, best in class driving dynamics and zero local emissions, the BMW i4 is a true BMW. It makes the heart of the BMW brand now beat fully electric.”Said Pieter Nota, member of the [...]
Gordon Murray Automotive's T.50 supercar completed its first development test drive. The XP2 prototype car was driven at the Dunsfold test track (also known as the Top Gear test track) in Surrey. The first person to test drive the new prototype car (albeit with limited revs) was Gordon Murray himself. “The XP2 prototype is currently [...]
Last week Kia released some teasing pictures of its new EV6 model. (I posted them on my We Blog Any Car Facebook page). Kia have now revealed the new EV6 ahead of its world premiere later this month. “EV6, as the first dedicated Kia EV, is a showcase of human-centred, progressive design and electrified power. [...]
