Unique Ferrari collection going under the hammer

A single-owner collection of 13 of the most iconic road-going Ferraris is to be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s during Monterey Car Week. Representing more than 50 years of Ferrari history, the cars are offered almost entirely without reserve and are expected to fetch more than £15 million ($20m) in total. The ‘Ferrari Performance Collection’ is …

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Rolls-Royce unmasks new Phantom

Luxury car maker Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has unveiled the eighth generation of its Phantom limousine. At first glance the flagship car doesn’t look a million miles away from the outgoing model, but there’s a lot more going on. For instance, the signature grille and Spirit of Ecstasy mascot are set slightly higher than on the …

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Used electric car best buys named

Growth in demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is charging ahead which means that it’s also a good time to consider buying second-hand. The UK market for alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) saw a record market share of 4.4% in June with more than 10,700 hitting the roads – a rise of 29.0%. More than 60,000 new …

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Poor eyesight: drivers risking ban

One in three motorists in the UK is risking a driving ban due to overdue eye tests, a new study has revealed. Almost 30% of drivers are overdue an eye test, with 4% admitting to never having had one, according to the research for Vision Express. Drivers with uncorrected vision which falls short of legal …

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Which car? Costs compared for different models

How much does it costs to run different types of car every year based on tax, maintenance and fuel costs? Insurance giant Aviva compared the costs of running a hatchback, estate, convertible, SUV and electric car, along with Stuart Masson of The Car Expert website. The results are fascinating, because while you can save a …

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Electric MINI to be built in Britain

BMW has announced that the upcoming 100% electric version of the MINI will be built at the Cowley plant near Oxford. The car will go into production in 2019 and the UK will be the main “production location” for the EV. There were fears that the new model would be made overseas, so the decision …

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Jaguar unleashes new 186mph Big Cat

Jaguar has unveiled the XJR575, the most powerful version yet of its flagship saloon – watch it go! Accelerating from 0-62mph in just 4.4 seconds and with a top speed of 186mph, it’s powered by the F-Type SVR’s 5.0-litre V8 supercharged engine with 567bhp – 25bhp more than the outgoing XJR. Tailor-made exterior details include …

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Ford Sierra RS500 voted ‘Ultimate Cosworth’

The Ford Sierra RS500, one of the most iconic performance cars of the 1980s, is celebrating its 30th anniversary in style, having been named the ‘Ultimate Cosworth’ by one of the UK’s biggest one-make car shows. The RS500 Cosworth pipped its spiritual successor, the Escort RS Cosworth (25 this year), to the post, securing over …

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Seat Ibiza review

It’s proving to be a stellar year for superminis – all-new kids on the block include the transformed Nissan Micra and latest version of the market-leading Ford Fiesta. Now it’s Seat’s turn with the fifth-generation of the popular Ibiza. Originally launched in 1984, it’s the Spanish brand’s best-selling model with more than 5.4 million sold. …

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How to avoid an obvious MOT fail

Eight of the 10 most common causes of MOT failures amongst UK drivers could be easily identified and resolved ahead of the test. According to research from the AA Garage Guide, the AA’s MOT, repairs and car servicing garage finder, issues with wipers and washers, bulbs and tyres are among the top causes of test …

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Jeep job swap for equestrian stars

Olympic eventing medallist William Fox-Pitt and professional polo player Nic Roldan put each other through their equine paces in a unique Team GB vs Team USA Jeep Job Swap. The equestrian duo taught each other vital skills from the worlds of eventing and polo in the rare challenge, at Cowdray Park, West Sussex. For the …

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Great British summer holiday getaway

Nearly nine million cars are expected to take to the roads this weekend as the school holidays get underway. Data from RAC Traffic Watch shows traffic will peak on Saturday 22 July with 3.4m heavily laden vehicles making a dash for it. Friday will see 2.5m cars vie for road space with commuters, while Sunday …

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It’s the poshest police car ever

A Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge ‘police car’ has wowed the crowds at Chichester Police Station Open Day. The car was originally finished in Andalusian White, Black and Tan contrast leather and Black Badge Technical Fibre fascia, but authentic lights and Sussex Police decals were added for the event. An accompanying team from Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars collected …

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Airport parking price lottery exposed

  A new investigation into airport parking has revealed that drivers are paying up to three times more depending on where they fly from. Comparing 30 airports across the UK, car insurance specialist Admiral examined on-site parking prices for a two-week break in the summer holidays, starting on Saturday 22 July, ending on Saturday, 5 …

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Volvo XC60 review

Volvo is on a roll. In the last couple of years the Swedish car maker has launched the acclaimed XC90, S90 and V90, while smaller models are in development. Add to that its headline-grabbing announcement to only sell electric or hybrid cars from 2019 and you have a brand in the ascendancy. We’ve just tested …

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Skoda Kodiaq review

Skoda has steadily built up a reputation for creating spacious, reliable, well-built, value-for-money cars. It’s no surprise then that the company is now turning its attention to SUVs – the fastest-growing sector today – and applying its USP. If you don’t count the quirky Yeti, the Kodiaq is Skoda first foray into the crossover market, …

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New-look Top Gear attraction opens at Beaulieu

Top Gear presenter Chris Harris gave an exclusive precision driving demonstration for visitors to Beaulieu at the launch of the updated World of Top Gear. The demo followed the official opening by Chris, The Stig and Lord Montagu, at the National Motor Museum in Hampshire. Amazing new exhibits from top BBC motoring show included the …

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New Jaguar E-Pace leaps into record books

Jaguar has unveiled its second SUV, the compact E-Pace, breaking a world ‘barrel roll’ record in the process at the world premiere. Driven by stunt driver Terry Grant, the car completed a a 15.3 metre-long jump complete with a 270-degree corkscrew, emulating the iconic feat seen in the Bond film, The Man with the Golden …

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New Hyundai i30 N hot hatch unleashed

Hyundai has launched the i30 N – the first model to be developed by its new N performance arm. Based on the i30, Hyundai says the new car has “been developed from the ground up to deliver maximum driving pleasure in everyday life on the road, as well as on the track”. Designed in Namyang, …

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Lennon’s ‘psychedelic’ Rolls-Royce is coming home

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced that it’s bringing back music legend John Lennon’s colourful Rolls-Royce Phantom V back to London for the British public to see. Currently owned by the Royal British Columbia Museum in Canada, the car will travel to the capital to join ‘The Great Eight Phantoms’ Rolls-Royce exhibition at Bonhams on New …

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Princess Diana’s Audi Cabriolet for sale

An Audi driven by Diana, Princess of Wales, is going under the hammer at Coys auction at Blenheim Palace on July 15. The 1994 model is tipped to make between £35,000 and £40,000, having been driven by one of the most influential female figures of this century. It was loaned to her for her personal …

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Drivers admit they’d struggle to pass test now

Most motorists think they are a worse driver now than when they first passed their test, according to a surprising new study. Research from Young Driver, the UK’s largest provider of pre-17 driving lessons, revealed that only 43% felt they were better behind the wheel now than when they first ripped up the L plates. …

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The struggle to debunk electric car myths

Car manufacturers are facing an uphill struggle to convince Brits to go electric, claims new research. A survey for leading karting company TeamSport revealed that there’s still an issue about separating fact from fiction when it comes to electric cars. For instance, half of drivers (50%) think electric cars are unreliable and a further 65% …

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Record car insurance premiums predicted

Drivers are set to pay record amounts for their motor insurance, according to Confused.com’s car insurance price index. Premiums have soared by almost £100 in just four months and they are expected to speed past the most expensive average cost of £858 seen six years ago. The increase is partly due to higher personal injury …

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AA’s new Car Genie can predict breakdowns

The AA has launched a self-install gadget that predicts vehicle breakdowns before they happen. Car Genie simply plugs into a vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBDII) port and it can report what is going on under the bonnet and predict up to a third of breakdowns. Data is viewable in a corresponding mobile app and in the …

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The Magnificent Seven: a birthday celebration

British sports car manufacturer Caterham has brought together a range of its classic models to mark the 60th anniversary of the original Lotus Seven Series 1. Reaching a top speed of 78mph and featuring a Ford 100E engine and aluminium bodywork, the Series 1 was the ideal lightweight sports car when it was launched by …

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Revealed: the best new car interiors

New research has found that interior design, quality and comfort are major priorities for motorists when choosing a new car. Comfort and refinement lead the way, with well over half (56%) of those polled stating that a relaxing and quiet driving environment is crucial, according to the What Car? survey. Almost as important is the …

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Volvo’s bold plan to go all electric

Every Volvo launched from 2019 will have an electric motor, it’s been announced. Håkan Samuelsson, President and Chief Executive of Volvo Cars, made the historic pledge, placing electrification at the core of the Chinese-owned company’s future business. For Volvo, it marks the end of an era of cars that have only an internal combustion engine …

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Extreme weather testing for new Jaguar E-Pace

The E-Pace – Jaguar’s new “compact” SUV – has been undergoing final tests in the world’s most demanding environments ahead of its global premiere on July 13. Slotting in below the F-Pace, the fastest-selling Jaguar ever, engineers are “ensuring it is not only a driver’s car but a dynamic and entertaining performance SUV too”. Jaguar …

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Most common cars on dating profiles

A study of 5,000 online dating profiles has revealed the No 1 car manufacturer featured in dating profile photos. And the big news is that Vauxhall beat BMW and Audi as the automotive brand of choice for both men and women. However, rather than encouraging someone to swipe right, using a car in a profile photo …

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Ford Fiesta review

Replacing the UK’s most popular car for the past eight years with a new model is a very big deal. Ford has just done exactly that with the latest Fiesta, and the $64,000 question is whether the new car is good enough to stay at the top? At first glance it looks like Ford has …

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Special birthday celebration Fiat 500

Fiat has created the 500 Anniversario to mark the iconic car’s 60th anniversary. Available as both a hatchback and a convertible in two exclusive new colours – Riviera Green and Sicilia Orange – it’s available to order now, priced from £14,265. It’s the latest in a long line of distinctive special edition, including the “500C …

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Epic journey for VW camper van fans

Five Volkswagen fans have arrived in Germany after a marathon three-month journey from Malaysia in south-east Asia. Driving three Bullis and one Beetle, they crossed two continents and travelled 12,420 miles before reaching their destination – the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles assembly plant in Hannover. When they arrived, they were greeted warmly at the production site …

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