(CAMBIANO – 17 AUGUST 2023) Automobili Pininfarina opens an exciting new chapter in its history at Monterey Car Week with the introduction of the world’s first pure-electric, open top hyper Barchetta – the breathtaking new B95. The pure-electric hyper Barchetta is a design and technology masterpiece – the simplicity of its flowing open-topped bodywork contrasts with exquisite technical details to provide a dramatic interpretation of a classic racer, underpinned by pure-electric performance. Automobili Pininfarina’s PURA design philosophy expresses an elegant silhouette and dramatic proportions, as demonstrated by the recently unveiled PURA Vision concept. The principles established here have been translated for...
Iconic Bentley Blower reborn as the ultimate urban vehicle by The Little Car Company
(Crewe, 17 August 2023) Bentley Motors and The Little Car Company today unveil a road-legal, 85 per cent scale recreation of the most famous Bentley in the world. ‘Blower Jnr’, a recreation of the 1929 4½-litre Supercharged Team Car No. 2 in Bentley’s Heritage Collection, is the first road-legal car from The Little Car Company and the most sophisticated city car ever built. Crafted by hand to the same standards as any Bentley, and adorned with beautiful details all inspired by the original Team car, Blower Jnr is built around a 48V electric powertrain with a 15 kW (20 bhp) motor,...
Jenson Button to debut his Lotus Evija hypercar at ‘The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering’
Monterey, California, USA – 17 August 2023 F1 World Champion Jenson Button will debut his bespoke Lotus Evija at ‘The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering’ on Friday 18 August. Like all examples of the Evija, Button’s car is completely bespoke and based on the spec which he chose in consultation with the Lotus Design team. The unique colour scheme pays tribute to his 2009 F1 World Championship-winning Brawn GP race car – Arctic White, with Verve Yellow and Carbon Black as accents. The number 22 is prominently displayed on the deployable door mirror housing, a nod to Jenson’s race number during...
World’s first electric hyper Barchetta is first coachbuilt car
(CAMBIANO – 17 AUGUST 2023) Automobili Pininfarina opens an exciting new chapter in its history at Monterey Car Week with the introduction of the world’s first pure-electric, open top hyper Barchetta – the breathtaking new B95. The pure-electric hyper Barchetta is a design and technology masterpiece – the simplicity of its flowing open-topped bodywork contrasts with exquisite technical details to provide a dramatic interpretation of a classic racer, underpinned by pure-electric performance. Automobili Pininfarina’s PURA design philosophy expresses an elegant silhouette and dramatic proportions, as demonstrated by the recently unveiled PURA Vision concept. The principles established here have been translated for...
Concours of Elegance 2023 welcomes Bugatti – ‘le pur-sang des automobiles’
London, UK (17th August 2023): The Concours of Elegance, presented by A. Lange & Söhne, is delighted to welcome an exquisite array of the rarest and most desirable Bugattis to Hampton Court Palace in west London, UK on September 1-3, 2023. These cars from the thoroughbred French marque – considered to be ‘le pur-sang des automobiles’ – will grace the 11th annual Concours of Elegance in an homage to the legacy of the master of style and innovation, Ettore Bugatti. He founded his eponymous company in 1909, yet his genius stretched back even further, to the twin-engined racing tricycle he created while a...
eBay car security index reveals drivers are becoming more security conscious
London, 17th August 2023 – Sales data analysis for theft prevention products bought on eBay has uncovered what drivers are buying and their location, revealing the top 10 most security conscious areas in the UK*. eBay analysed the key security items purchased, including steering wheel locks and car immobilisers, between May 2022 to May 2023. This was then compared to population size, with Romford in East London coming out on top of any location in the UK, followed by Motherwell in North Lanarkshire and Redhill, Surrey. Drivers being more security conscious comes at a time when car thefts are on the rise...
Kia Picanto surpasses 250,000 lifetime UK sales
The Kia Picanto, which celebrated its 19th birthday in May 2023, has surpassed a significant milestone, reaching a quarter of a million cumulative sales in the UK. The Picanto, Kia’s current A-segment contender, has been a consistent class favourite in the UK and is the lowest priced brand-new car on sale, starting at £13,665. For this value, customers can purchase a brand-new Picanto ‘1’ – smartly styled, competitively equipped and protected by Kia’s famous seven-year/100,000-mile warranty. The Picanto is not alone in its celebrations, as this month the Kia Niro passed 100,000 cumulative UK sales. The first generation: laying the foundations...
Dacia’s new accessory bundles make it easy to ‘Pack’ for summer adventures
Dacia is making it quick and easy for new and existing customers to enjoy adventures for the rest of summer following the introduction of tailored Accessory Packs that can be supplied in a matter of days. Designed to enhance the robust, adventurous nature of Dacia models and consisting of extras that perfectly complement each other, the Packs can be ordered and collected from customers’ local Dacia retailer within five working days. The Packs are available for the entire Dacia range, all of which strengthen the models’ versatility, durability, safety, styling and sheer family-friendliness. True to Dacia’s commitment to blending quality...
Best Car of the Year winner Volkswagen ID. Buzz takes centre stage at The British Motor Show
Milton Keynes, 16 August 2023 – Volkswagen’s all-electric ID. Buzz range took a double win at the 2023 Best Cars of the Year Awards. Commended for its design aesthetic and sustainability credentials, the ID. Buzz was crowned ‘Best Car of the Year’, while the ID. Buzz Cargo took home ‘Best Light Commercial Vehicle’ after impressing the international judging panel with its strong electric performance and functionality. To celebrate the prestigious accolade, the ID. Buzz will appear as a winner on the Best Cars of the Year stand at this month’s British Motor Show. Known for its driving experiences and displays,...
Salon Privé’s quintessential British dropheads celebrate glory days of quality, luxury & speed
If proof were needed of Britain’s pre-eminence in the creation of some of the world’s most elegant and successful drophead automobiles, Salon Privé has gathered two of the most compelling pieces of evidence at its Blenheim Palace Concours this month. The remarkable pair, represented by Alvis and Jaguar, illustrates the British motor industry’s leadership in design, engineering and manufacturing for quality open-topped cars in the pre- and post-war years, and is set to be a popular draw throughout the event. 1934 Alvis Speed 20 SB Three-Position Drophead Coupé by Vanden Plas Described as the epitome of pre-war sporting elegance, the Alvis...