I don’t want to like the new Lexus LFA supercar. For a start, the chosen corporate colour is white. Fridges are white, washing machines are white. The only car that looks cool in white is the Fiat 500…
Anthony Reid – A Racer and a Gentleman
I had the good fortune to bump into race driver Anthony Reid recently. The location – Bournemouth beach. I recognised Anthony and have to admit I was a little awe-struck. For anyone in the know he was at the upper echelons of the BTCC during its heyday; racing Nissan Primeras, Ford Mondeos and MG ZRs. He was runner-up twice – …
McLaren Automotive confirms its first dealerships
McLaren is set to open its first 35 dealerships next year, with the launch of its new supercar the McLaren MP4-12C. McLaren have had a lot of interest to sell their cars around the world from the best car retailers. According to Antony Sheriff (Managing Director) “Our business will succeed on our ability to exceed our customers’ expectations – for …
Mini Countryman, a useful 4wd softroader
The New MINI Countryman will be launched in September. The largest model and first to feature four wheel drive. The fourth model on the range following the Hatch, Convertible and Clubman. The Countyman will be available in five models, three will feature the ALL4, Mini four wheel drive option. With a price range starting at £16,000 – £20810 for the Cooper …
BMW 5-Series Hybrid due next year and 3-series to follow
BMW have confirmed production of their first hybrid saloon car for the UK in 2011. A 5-series saloon with a straight six petrol engine and able to run on electric power only. The car will be fitted with a 40kW/52bhp electric motor cleverly fitter between the engine and the 8-speed transmission.
Renault Zoë ZE , finally an electric car I like
Having not been a fan of electric cars, I have enough problems remembering to charge my mobile phone, let alone the family car. I must admit this one does look pretty good. The Renault Zoë. Not available till 2012 but due to be priced at £13k/ €15k quite a keen price. The Renault Z.E website gives more information on their …
BMW M3 GTS, the fastest M3 ever
The fastest M3 ever, the M3 GTS, 450bhp, 4.4-liter V8, 7speed, 0-62mph in 4.4sec and a top speed of 190mph only available in this colour Orange. Price TBA. Click on Youtube to View BMWs Part One
The Fastest Porsche, taking scary to another level.
Here’s one to enjoy! Coming in August. this car described as the fastest and most powerful road car they have ever built. Now with 611bhp. still going just through the rear wheels not just the fastest but one of the most expensive.
Fiat 500 – 500k Thousandth is dedicated to us all
Fiat is celebrating the building of the 500,000 Fiat 500 cars, with a special invite now open to owners only to join the celebration.
Rolls-Royce Ghost iPhone app
After spending an hour with my latte and iphone ‘apping’ around this morning, I came across this new one from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. I am very glad, just in time as I spec up my new Roll-Royce for the Summer, the configurator on the app is very good and the additional links to the site, dealers and media. A fun …