A new survey suggests millions of drivers over 40 years old are driving blind to the risk of developing glaucoma. Glaucoma reduces peripheral vision and can make driving extremely dangerous and unlawful if not diagnosed and successfully treated.
Model aircraft fans are in for another treat when the Heritage Motor Centre hosts its annual ‘Large Model Aircraft Show’ on Sunday 23 October from 10am – 4pm. Organised by The Large Model Association, this fantastic indoor show will feature over 100 large radio controlled model aircraft.
The Sytner Group have donated the use of a fully equipped Audi A1, which will enable Chris Brown, BEN’s Regional Development Manager, to visit companies all over the Midlands ensuring staff know about the support BEN, the automotive industry’s charity, can provide if they find themselves in need.
McLaren Automotive opened the doors to its first dedicated McLaren retailer, McLaren London, with a star-studded celebration at its One Hyde Park, Knightsbridge location on June 21. By the end of 2011, McLaren will have 35 bespoke retailers in 19 countries worldwide.
The Sytner Group have donated the use of a fully equipped Audi A1, which will enable Chris Brown, BEN’s Regional Development Manager, to visit companies all over the Midlands ensuring staff know about the support BEN, the automotive industry’s charity, can provide if they find themselves in need.
La Vie Magazine were invited along to the opening launch party of the purpose built showroom for Rolls Royce and Mclaren.
Owning a driveway in Leicester can earn £1,032 in rent a year from commuters looking for cheap parking, according to a new league table. That’s actually gone up £162 from £870 in the last 3 years, according to parking space website YourParkingSpace. co.uk.
It's worth the wait!Published by admin on Mon, 2011-07-11 14:15 The long awaited arrival of the new MG, is it something to write home about? The simple answer is a resounding YES it was worth the wait! Undeniably it looks like a nice piece of kit, with its stylish contours and sleek sloping back, plus it drives like a dream. |
MINI WRC Team is officially launched in Oxford, marking the start of the most intense period of preparation for the 2011 seasonPublished by admin on Fri, 2011-06-17 15:29 The return of MINI to one of the biggest stages in motorsport is approaching ever closer. On 11 April, the MINI WRC Team was officially presented to the public at the Team Launch, which took place at the MINI Plant in Oxford. |
Audi A1 Quattro prototype makes a chilling debutPublished by admin on Tue, 2011-03-15 15:16 An Audi A1 quattro prototype that brings all-wheel-drive to the premium subcompact hatchback segment for the first time is currently undergoing a baptism of fire grappling with freezing conditions on Canada’s densely snow-packed roads. |
Bristol booms!Published by admin on Fri, 2011-03-11 09:15 The classic bike show season kicked off to an almighty start at the 31st Carole Nash Classic MotorCycle Show with over 19,000 visitors through the gates – a record-breaking result! |
Milestones of the MountainPublished by admin on Thu, 2011-01-27 11:15 Nostalgia festival created, celebrating great riders, historic machines and magic moments in the TT Mountain Course's history. |
Car is flushed with powerPublished by admin on Tue, 2010-11-09 14:19 Engineers have come up with a way of running vehicles in the UK on poo-power. The Bio-Bug is believed to be the UK’s first VW Beetle that runs on methane gas generated from human waste. |
Bonhomme triumphs in New York Red Bull air racePublished by admin on Fri, 2010-11-05 10:01Britain's Paul Bonhomme won the 2010 Red Bull Air Race World Championship by taking second place behind Austria's Hannes Arch in the final race of the season at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz in Germany on Sunday 8 August. |
Around the world in 80 days with zero emission vehicles!Published by admin on Tue, 2010-10-12 09:43 Jules Verne’s dream to go around the world in 80 days became a reality a long time ago, but is it possible to make a tour around the world in 80 days with emission-free vehicles? Four Teams from three continents have taken up the challenge. |
Drive a classic mini adventure every dayPublished by admin on Mon, 2010-10-11 13:44Dragons’ Den (2009) most successful business launches nippy new models. |
Having recently re-joined the International stage, German manufacturer BMW has wasted no time in tackling the biggest test of all with the announcement that an official manufacturer supported team will be contesting the Superbike and Senior Isle of Man TT Races in 2010, further increasing the number
The B-Bone means no fussy fairings and the like on a no-nonsense, hassle-free scooter for all the real riders out there. There’s no messing about here, just get on and ride!
La Vie Magazine were invited along to the opening launch party of the purpose built showroom for Rolls Royce and Mclaren.
The new 599 GTO, the fastest ever road-going Ferrari unveiled to the publicPublished by admin on Tue, 2010-06-08 13:23 The 599 GTO is, in fact, the company’s fastest ever road car. It is an exclusive limited edition special which, in true Ferrari tradition, is a completely new concept, albeit inspired by a production car. |
Beating the behind-the-wheel bullies with Sturgess of LeicesterPublished by admin on Wed, 2010-05-05 16:11 Leicester’s women learn the art of roadside self-defence A car confidence evening organised by a Fiat and Nissan dealership in Leicester has made local women more aware of how to protect themselves against the dangers they could face on the road. |
Britain's most notorious street for claims covered in bubble wrapPublished by admin on Fri, 2010-04-30 17:18 The street that has been labelled as Britain’s most notorious street for car insurance claims was recently covered in bubble wrap in an attempt to warn drivers and pedestrians of all potential dangers. |
