According to the latest data from Auto Trader, the used car market has begun the new year on firm footing despite concerns around the economy, with cars selling at a record pace, engagement on Auto Trader accelerating to seasonal highs, and retail prices continuing to stabilise. Based on over 800,000 daily observations across the whole retail market, Auto Trader’s Retail Price Index reveals the average retail price of a used car (£16,774) was flat in January on a month-on-month (MoM) and like-for-like basis; a contrast to the -1.9% recorded in January 2024. And with trade values recently trending above retail,…
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Collecting Cars is returning to Rétromobile Paris (5-9 February) with a star-studded stand, featuring a physical preview of its upcoming European Speed Collection online auction (2-9 February). With an estimated total collection value exceeding €3 million, The European Speed Collection represents the bookends of the collector car wish list, from performance heroes to modern-day sensations and rally greats.Headlining the online auction is a 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder. Coming to the sale from its first and only owner, who has used the car for just 930 km, it is presented in near-new condition, finished in Liquid Metal Silver over a striking…
Cllr Jayne Francis has said that the council is on track to ensure that all its residents can live in warm, safe, sustainable homes. Cabinet has approved proposals to unlock £1.6bn of investment over the next seven years into council homes. The council’s investment program began in April 2024 and has enabled just over £240m of investment over in its first year, improving the physical condition of just over 4000 homes. The investment programme for the second year will continue to accelerate this program, ensuring £1.6bn investment is geared towards making sure our homes meet decent home standards. The council…
People are being reminded that sexual abuse and sexual violence is not OK as part of an awareness week designed to promote dialogue and signpost the support that is available to victims. Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, which began yesterday (Monday 3 February), is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of these crimes and, using the hashtag #ItsNotOK, encourages people to raise awareness and help get more coverage of this important subject. Councillor Jasbir Jaspal, the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Cabinet Member for Adults and Wellbeing, said: “It’s Not OK to have to deal with sexual abuse…
Introducing Rolls-Royce Scent, an immersive fragrance concept Patented technology releases fragrances subtly for an elegant, long-lasting experience Scent composed by expert in-house perfumer of the Bespoke Collective Designed to complement the rich aromas of materials used in Rolls-Royce motor cars Debut fragrance combines notes of Amyris, Cedarwood, Rosewood and Iris Fosters a deep, multi-sensory connection beyond the visual and tactile “A Rolls-Royce interior is a unique space in which every element is meticulously curated to create an unparalleled multi-sensory experience. With our new fragrance concept, Rolls-Royce Scent, we move beyond the visual and tactile realms into a new dimension. Designed…
If you have a short film incorporating a car theme in some way, or you’re planning to shoot a film in the next month or so, why not enter it in the recently established International Auto Film Festa?Created in Japan in 2023, and now entering its third judging and awards season, the International Auto Film Festa is arguably the only annual film festival focused on cars and car culture.In 2024, the festival received over 470 entries from 65 countries, with Portugal’s director Mario Bock winning the Grand Prix award for his film ‘Gears & Dunes: The Old Road To Dakar.’…
H&H Classics holds its first auction of 2025 on Wednesday 12th February in Buxton, Derbyshire Over 90 lots will go under the hammer, including classic, collectable and performance cars, plus cherished number plates The most valuable lot is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante, estimated at £110,000-£130,00, while the oldest car dates back to 1916 Eighty-five classic, collectible and performance cars, with the oldest being over 100 years old, will go under the hammer at the H&H Classics ‘Season Opener’ sale. The auction takes place at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton on Wednesday 12th February, with the combined estimated value…
The Sporting Bears Motor Club is organising and promoting its inaugural Dream Rides Show this weekend – and not charging members of the public a penny in entrance or parking fees.The unique event runs from 10am to 4pm on Sunday July 14 at an extraordinary venue – Wycombe Air Park (also known as Booker Airfield) SL7 3DP. Special guests on the day will include Mike Brewer, the legendary presenter of the Wheeler Dealers TV programme, plus the famous YouTuber, JayEmm on Cars. And apart from being able to see and photograph some equally legendary four-wheeled models, showgoers will have the…
Milton Keynes – The Volkswagen Polo has started 2025 with a bang, after being named the Best Car of the Half Century as part of the Best Cars of the Year – The New Car World Championships. It means the UK’s number-one motor manufacturer can celebrate back-to-back wins for this prestigious award, after the Golf received the same accolade last year. The Best Car of the Half Century title plays a significant part in the annual British Motor Show, which this year is due to take place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre from 15 to 17 August.…
On World Cancer Day, BMW Group UK is proud to announce a new three-year charity partnership with Teenage Cancer Trust, the only UK charity dedicated to providing the unique care and support required by young people with cancer. Teenage Cancer Trust was chosen by the BMW Group’s 8,000 associates in the UK as part of the company’s charity selection process where votes are cast across its UK sites – including the National Sales Company and BMW Financial Services in Farnborough, production plants in Oxford, Swindon and Hams Hall near Birmingham. BMW Group is committing to raise at least £250,000 over…