The new and improved MyClassics by Bridge Classic Cars service is still in the early stages but already proving to be a big hit for our users. MyClassics gives everyone (private and trade) the opportunity to advertise their vehicles in front of the Bridge Classic Cars audience for FREE. No buyers fees, no sellers fees, […]
Last weekend, I took a trip, with the family to The Black Country Living Museum in Dudley. I can totally see why it is but describing this incredible place a museum does not do it the justice it deserves…it’s more like an experience! What a day it turned out to be! I have to admit […]
Audi has revealed the Concept C, an all-electric two-seat sports car, in Milan. The Concept C is an introduction to Audi’s new design philosophy, focused on what the brand calls “radical simplicity”. The Concept C shows this with a clean, minimalist form that strips away unnecessary detail. Its defining feature is a vertical frame at […]
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has been hit by a cyber-attack that has severely disrupted vehicle production, including operations at its two main UK manufacturing plants in Halewood and Solihull. The attack, which began on Sunday, triggered an emergency shutdown of the company’s IT systems in an attempt to limit the damage. As a result, production […]
From 2028, BMW’s Plant Steyr in Austria will begin series production of BMW’s third-generation hydrogen fuel cell systems, bringing zero-emissions powertrains into its mainstream product range. Prototype systems are already being made at BMW’s hydrogen centres in Munich and Steyr, while additional components will be supplied from the Landshut tech hub. “The launch of the […]
Horse Technologies, a division of Horse Powertrain, has begun production of its all-new HR12 LPG engine. This is a global first as it combines direct injection technology with LPG fuel. The 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged unit is the latest powertrain in Horse’s growing lineup of hybrid and combustion systems. Alongside its use of direct injection for […]
During our recent visit to Caterham, we were lucky enough to have a guided tour of the incredible factory. The Caterham team have called the new factory home for the last 18 months, so it was a fantastic opportunity to not only visit, but have a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most recognisable British […]
Lotus has confirmed it will cut 550 jobs at its Hethel site in Norfolk, following a review of its business strategy in light of shifting market conditions. The announcement comes just months after the company dismissed speculation that it planned to close its UK factory in favour of a new facility in the United States. […]
In 2024, the Mazda MX-5 became the best-selling convertible of any kind. According to global sales data from Jato, 27,669 MX-5s were sold last year, outperforming every other open-top car in the world, and that has continued into 2025. Originally launched in 1989, the MX-5 has seen four generations and more than 1.25 million units […]
A late night trip to see Steve at Carousel Promotional Clothing to make some last minute alterations to our ltd run of F1 Monza shirts. Gordon leaves soon for a couple of weeks away in Italy, taking in the Italian Grand Prix with some friends. We have prepared a handful of custom made race inspired […]
A recent survey of 2,000 drivers across 17 major cities by YourParkingSpace, found that Norwich is the UK’s worst city for parking based on cost, stress, availability, and convenience. However, Liverpool was found to be the best. In Norwich, nearly a third of drivers (32%) said parking is too expensive. A quarter (26%) also complained […]
According to figures obtained via a Freedom of Information request submitted by eBay to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), over one million cars failed their MOT between June 2024 and June 2025 due to worn-out tyres with tread below the legal minimum of 1.6mm. Suspension issues were another common reason for failure, with […]
A highly original 1956 Jaguar D-Type, one of just 71 ever built, is set to go to auction at Broad Arrow’s Zürich Auction on 1st November 2025. Held in partnership with Auto Zürich, the auction will take place at the Dolder Grand hotel, with the un-raced D-Type looking to be one of the most popular […]
Two new Nissan Qashqai e-POWER models have completed the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats journey on a single tank of fuel, covering 837 miles (1,347km) and still finishing with 100 miles (160km) left in the tank. The test was conducted by engineers from Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) in Cranfield. Over 18 hours and […]
The new Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor has driven 581.3 miles (935.44 km) on a single charge – the longest distance ever travelled by an electric SUV without plugging in, according to Guinness World Records. The attempt, which took just under 23 hours to complete, was carried out on public roads across the UK. […]
For the first time since the 1980s, the DVLA has announced significant changes to its vehicle registration policies surrounding classic and historic cars. These changes come into force on Tuesday 26th August 2025, and will aim to simplify processes and safeguard classic car heritage. What’s Changing? In simple terms, the new policy introduces two strands […]
Save the date – The Bridge Classic Cars Summer BBQ returns on Sunday 26th July 2026 This is a ticketed event, and tickets will be checked upon arrival. Tickets will be released very soon. Your ticket includes a choice of burger, hot dog or halloumi and any drink from The Classic Lounge bar. The Bridge Classic Cars […]
The UK’s used car market continued its steady climb in Q2 2025, with transactions rising 1.7% to nearly two million vehicles (1,996,116). This is the strongest second-quarter performance since 2021, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This is the 10th quarter of consecutive growth for the used car […]
Suzuki’s Wagon R has officially sold 10 million units worldwide as of June 2025. Launched in Japan back in September 1993, the compact Wagon R has spent nearly 32 years as a practical, city car. Originally designed as a semi-bonnet style mini wagon, it quickly became popular on Japanese roads and has since spread across […]
On Sunday 3rd August 2025, the Bridge Classic Cars team attended the Festival of Classic and Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall as the headline sponsor. We were excited to return again to the event, which, as always, had well over 1,000 classic and sports cars on display. As the event’s headline sponsor, we welcomed visitors […]
A new survey commissioned by BMW suggests that UK motorists are losing up to 565 hours of their lives to car-related admin and maintenance planning. 2,000 drivers across all makes and models were surveyed, and the research found that the average motorist spends the equivalent of a full day each year just thinking about service […]
The UK new car market dropped by 5% in July 2025, with 140,154 vehicles registered. This is the weakest July since 2022, and is nearly 11% below pre-pandemic 2019 levels. According to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the drop comes after two months of growth, highlighting the sector’s ongoing […]
Adrian Mardell, the Chief Executive Officer of Jaguar Land Rover, is stepping down from his role after more than three decades with the company, including three years as CEO. JLR have confirmed Adrian’s departure and has said that a successor will be named in due course. Mardell’s exit comes during a huge chapter for the […]
This week I thought I would try something a bit different for the workshop photo gallery – I actually aimed the camera and the incredible group of people who make the magic happen, our technicians. Each one of them holds experience, knowledge and skill beyond their years it would seem and behind each and every […]
Suffolk County Council is making plans to trial self-driving electric shuttles across the region. Backed by £75,000 in government funding, the council’s ADASTRA feasibility study will explore how connected and automated mobility (CAM) can increase accessibility, sustainability, and inclusivity, particularly in areas where traditional public transport falls short. Named after BT’s innovation hub at Adastral […]
The all-electric Lotus Evija has set new records during its Autocar Road Test. During the test, it outpaced everything tested previously, including the McLaren F1 and the Bugatti Veyron. Customer deliveries of the Evija have started, so Autocar put it through its comprehensive performance evaluation. The result was record-breaking acceleration times and earning the title […]
Over the last decade, the number of classic cars on UK roads has more than doubled. However, despite more classics being driven, emissions from the sector have only risen by 34% overall. This is, in large part, due to “younger classics” bringing improved fuel efficiency with them. Back in 2013, there were just under 467,000 […]
The OMODA 9 SHS, the flagship SUV of OMODA UK, has completed a 730-mile European road trip without refuelling or recharging along the way. The journey, which went through nine countries, actually performed better than the SUV’s WLTP-estimated 700-mile range, all on a single tank of fuel and one full battery charge. Starting from Dover, […]
Last year, we lost our incredible trimmer, Brian. After his short battle with lung cancer, Brian sadly passed away, and he has been hugely missed ever since. Being a huge bike man himself, as a little tribute to our friend Brian, we have made and installed this bike in a special spot right next to […]
Yesterday, we welcomed almost 200 people and cars to Bridge Classic Cars for our Summer BBQ. Despite some grey skies at times (and one shower), the weather held out enough for everyone to spend some time admiring the cars that had been brought along, as well as taking a look at the restorations currently ongoing […]