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2.2 million households within 30 minutes of sustainable fuel

2.2 million UK households are now within a 30-minute drive of a sustainable fuel distributor. This equates to 4.3 million adults in the UK, according to analysis from SUSTAIN fuels. As the distribution network for sustainable fuels grows, more UK drivers can use the environmentally friendlier fuel as an alternative to fossil fuels. Suresh Nahar,…

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Fiat 16-20HP enters London to Brighton almost a century on from its first run

A distinguished Fiat 16-20HP will take part in the 2026 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run almost a century on from its first entry in the event. The Fiat is being entered by the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile in Turin and this car was first used in the event in 1930. When it was new, the…

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Only Fools and Horses Reliant van could be a nice little earner

The 1969 Reliant Regal Supervan III used in the first two series of Only Fools and Horses is up for sale at Iconic Auctioneers’ NEC Classic Motor Show auction on Sunday 15 November. With an estimate of £30,000-£40,000, the Reliant will attract plenty of interest as featured in many memorable scenes from the first two…

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Blue chip big hitters head to Bonhams Zoute sale

A host blue chip classics will headline Bonhams’ Zoute Sale at the Zoute Grand Prix on Sunday 11 October. Leading the auction catalogue are a pair of Mercedes-Benz 300 SLs, one 1955 Gullwing and a 1961 Roadster, plus a Mercedes 300S Roadster. Other Mercedes models in the sale include a pair of 1970 280SE 3.5…

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La Cinquecento Scattante makes its debut

A reworked Fiat 500 called Scattante from La Cinquecento has made its debut at the Tutto Bene hillclimb at Lake Maggiore, Italy. The car is the work of British design firm La Cinquecento with exterior design help from Milan-based firm BorromeodeSilva. Using a 1970 Fiat 500 as the base vehicle that belonged to the company’s…

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Steve McQueen’s Ferrari 275 GTB/4 NART Spider for New York auction

The 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 NART Spider bought new by Steve McQueen is set to be sold at auction by Gooding Christie’s at its inaugural New York Rétromobile sale on 20-21 November. Estimated at $15 million to $20 million (£11.1-£14.8 million), this is the sixth of 10 NART Spiders built and one of only two…

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HCVA appoints new ambassador

The Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance has appointed social media entrepreneur James Duce as its latest ambassador. The founder of Curatus Experiences, Duce will help the HCVA raise awareness among younger enthusiasts and support engagement across social media channels. James Duce said: ‘I am hugely supportive of what the HCVA has achieved and the leading…

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Artcurial expands into the US

Paris-based auction company Artcurial has announced it is expanding its operations into the US market. Its US subsidiary will be based in Miami, adding to the company’s existing offices in France, Monaco, Switzerland, and Marrakech in Morocco. The company’s first US sale will be held on Friday 19 February at The Hangar at the Regatta…

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Lamborghini reveals latest police car

Lamborghini has presented one of its car to the Italian State Police, following in the wheel tracks of the Gallardo in 2004. The latest Temerario was donated to the State Police by Lamborghini Chairman and CEO Stephan Winkelmann. The Lamborghinis have been used as high-speed organ donor transplant vehicles and have also helped with more…

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Mercedes G-Wagen restomod firm Touring acquired by Curated

Mercedes G-Wagen specialist Touring has been acquired by Curated as part of the company’s increasing customer demand for the restomodded 4x4s. Curated reports growing demand from its customer base for this type of vehicle and the company’s co-founder John Temerian said: ‘Touring is a natural fit. Our philosophy is about celebrating automotive passion in all…

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