Iain Macauley, Automotive Journalist, talks us through his most recent visit to see Can-Ams new electric motorcycle range which promises to be ‘retro inspired’. read more>>
A crisp autumn morning saw more than 400 vehicles descend on Chateau Impney’s extensive grounds on Sunday 13th October. read more>>
One of the best and most famous events in the classic car world is the Goodwood Revival. We look at how it all started. read more>>
There are some superb motoring museums in the United Kingdom, so we’ve gathered together this list to help you plan a day trip or two. read more>>
With modern classics spanning from 1970 all the way up to 2010, what actually defines a 'modern classic'? read more>>
It may have spent decades being ridden through everything the weather could throw at it, and still be in original condition to boot. But admit it: at the first sign of a raindrop you're rushing to get it back in the garage. read more>>
The 1960s was a real golden era for car design, with models from around the world battling for supremacy in terms of performance, ride, handling, practicality, or outright style. read more>>
As the automotive industry becomes increasingly electrified, there is a sense of what happens to the existing cars, vans, motorbikes, trucks…? read more>>
Time was, a car collection would only really contain bona fide classics; models at least 30-40 years old, and often more. read more>>
You may just have taxed or MOT-ed your 1984 bike for the last time. read more>>
In your mind's eye the first time you transport your classic motorcycle looks pretty simple: rent a van, bit of rope, job's a good 'un. read more>>
Porsche has laid its hands on many cars, from the SEAT Ibiza to the Vauxhall Zafira, but none has been more closely linked with the Stuttgart marque than the Audi RS2. read more>>
Whether it’s a crisp winter’s day or a perfect summer evening, there’s little to touch driving a convertible with the roof lowered. read more>>
Footman James returned to Bicester Heritage on Wednesday 21st August, with a mid-week Coffee & Chrome Collective meet, collaborating with the host’s Scramblers Assembly event. read more>>
Over the last few years, automotive laws regarding emissions, loudness and safety regulations have becomes progressively stricter. read more>>
Few cars get an ‘official’ nickname, and even fewer get one as awe-inspiring or famous as Nissan’s GT-R – Godzilla. But how did the storied Japanese sports car gain such a soubriquet? read more>>
The Honda Super Cub seems to defy one of the key influences upon something becoming desirable or collectable: rarity. Honda built more than 100 million Cubs. Hardly a low volume bike. read more>>
When Jaguar launched its new XJ saloon in 1968, it was at the cutting edge of luxury saloon styling. The cutesy rounded look of the Mk2 and S-Type models was replaced by a much more upright front grille that would go on to define the British firm’s flagship saloon for the 40 years. read more>>
We take a look at five classic designs that divided public opinion when they were released. Which side of the fence do you sit on? read more>>
The Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing is 70-years old this year and its origins lie in 1952. Don’t panic, we’ve not forgotten how to count, it’s all a matter of Mercedes’ W number codes. read more>>
So, can we put a monetary value on a nice feeling about a bike? Well, many of us have been there when heart overruled head when making that impulse buying decision and quickly discovering "a weekend project" referred to the length of time discovering all the unseen issues rather than some quick spanner work and minor fixes read more>>
Chateau Impney once again was the site of Footman James’ Coffee & Chrome Collective meeting on Sunday 4th August read more>>
Many classic car enthusiasts enjoy their cars so much because plenty of work can be done themselves. There aren’t the same issues with bonded bodywork, ECUs, and myriad sensors to have to try and factor in, with the adage that classic cars were built in simpler times a real boon to owners. read more>>
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