Nineteen and a half years. Assuming every penny of it was banked, that’s roughly how long it would take Mr U.K. average to earn the amount that I’ve recently valued my life at for insurance purposes. … [Read more...]
Who’s an ugly duckling? The Aston Martin Cygnet
Many months ago, Aston Martin announced plans to produce a ‘luxury micro car’ in the UK and Europe, it’s based on the super frugal Toyota IQ, prices will start at around £30k and it will be … [Read more...]
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News 10 November 2010 London Mayor Boris Johnson has unveiled plans to install 1300 electric car charging points across the capital by 2013. Johnson said, "Already there are more electric drivers in … [Read more...]
Ben’s Cars
My car CV can be described as somewhat chequered; I’ve owned 25+ at the last count, some great, some average and a few absolutely dreadful. I believe that the character of a car far outweighs its … [Read more...]
Fighting the Disiesel – Why I’ll remain a Petrolhead
I recently did something I’ve not done in quite a while. Let me set the scene. It was a Friday afternoon, the sun was shining and I had one of my favourite albums on whilst driving home from work, … [Read more...]
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Following several internet reports of Ferrari's latest model, the 458 Italia being involved in fires, the Modena based firm have released the following official statment -: "The company is currently … [Read more...]
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Jaguar has taken the opportunity at Pebble Beach to unveil the Jaguar XJ75 Platinum Concept, a more muscular, aggressive take on the standard XJ. As is usual for manufacturers, Jaguar are insistent … [Read more...]
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In what appears to be a bold step forwards, Vauxhall have announced that all new cars bought from August 2010 will benefit from a lifetime warranty. The warranty initially seems quite comprehensive, … [Read more...]
Convertible cars or Hard-top? – Preaching to the non converted
In a recent episode of BBC’s Top Gear, Jeremy tested two of my favourite cars on sale at the moment, the Porsche 911 Turbo and the Audi R8 V10. They are both frighteningly fast, extremely expensive … [Read more...]
OAP (Old Age Pest) Should driving tests for the elderley be introduced?
Sir Stirling Moss has recently voiced his opinion that a refresher test should be introduced for all drivers aged either 70 or 75, i.e. OAPs, and I couldn't agree with him more. Now, I'm not saying … [Read more...]