If you were travelling at 368mph, you could cover the length of a football pitch in about half a second; and that’s the incredible speed achieved by the JCB Hydromax, a 32-foot-long racing car powered by hydrogen. Driven by Wing Commander Andy Green OBE, the Hydromax has set a new speed record at the Bonneville […]
JCB’s hydrogen-powered Hydromax streamliner has set a new SCTA class record at the Bonneville Salt Flats, reaching an average speed of 368.347mph. Driven by Wing Commander Andy Green OBE, the 32-foot-long car broke the Southern California Timing Association’s Blown Gas Streamliner (AA/BGS, 500+ cubic inches) record during Bonneville Speed Week. The result comes just days […]
Our 1975 MGB GT V8 has made a lot of progress recently, with the restoration moving from the bare heritage shell into the stages of mechanical and interior reassembly. Interestingly, the car is now beginning to look more recognisable again, but there is still a lot of work going on beneath the surface. Technician Rob […]
A company called Wayve, based in the UK, has created computer technology that helps cars understand the road around them, meaning they can drive themselves. Recently, Transport for London (TfL) gave special licences to a group of these cars to be used as taxis. A Human Is Still in Charge Even though these cars can […]
We recently caught up with the team from Krazy Horse at the Festival of Classic and Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall here in Suffolk. While we were there, Dan very kindly showed us around the stunning Morgan Supersport and what a car it is!
With its brushed stainless steel case, black dial and simple three-hand layout, the Tudor Ranger looks like a watch designed to be worn rather than kept hidden away for special occasions. However, that simple appearance is actually inspired by a story going all the way back to one of the most challenging scientific expeditions of […]
SuperBike Factory has ceased trading after entering administration. It appointed Michael Lennon, James Saunders and Robert Halliday of KR8 Advisory as joint administrators on 20th July 2026. The business has now stopped trading with immediate effect, closing its online operation and six physical locations in Macclesfield, Donington Park, Bradford, Bristol, Milton Keynes and Crawley. Founded […]
At the Bridge Classic Cars Summer Show 2026, Loick, the son of our Managing Director Craig, raised £72 for EACH. He did this by asking our guests to guess how many bolts were in a jar and making a donation at the same time. This was an idea Loick came up with on his own, […]
One thing I’ve learned over the last few years is that cars and watches seem to work very well together. This makes sense if you think that both combine engineering and design, both tend to attract enthusiastic collectors and, when done properly, both can continue to be enjoyed for generations. That helps explain why Land […]
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has begun the national rollout of a new feature that allows MOT testers to take and upload a photograph of a vehicle during its MOT test. From 3rd August 2026, around 2,500 garages across Great Britain will begin using the new feature as part of a phased national […]
Yesterday, we had a fantastic time at the Helmingham Hall Festival of Classic and Sports Cars. As the headline sponsor, we thoroughly enjoyed seeing all of the cars on display and having conversations with fellow classic car enthusiasts. This year’s event seemed to be even busier than previous years, and it was a great day […]
Our 1960 Triumph T100A is now live and available to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions. You might notice that this project is relatively empty. That’s because the bike arrived, was inspected, and was ready to go almost immediately. That is a sign of how good the condition of this bike is. Once the workshop […]
In the new Spider-Man film, Spider-Man Brand New Day, Spider-Man is seen with BMW’s new iX3 and the 5 Series. A Car That Can Change Its Look To celebrate the film, BMW has created a very special one-of-a-kind car called the BMW iX3 Flow – Spider-Man Brand New Day. Instead of being just one colour, […]
When it went on sale in Japan in late 1997, the Toyota Prius was the world’s first mass-produced petrol-electric hybrid car. Hybrid technology itself was not new, but Toyota was the first manufacturer to solve enough of the practical problems to put it into series production as an ordinary family car. It’s important to remember […]
When Max and Molly visited Suffolk primary schools to share the Story of Rilee, they asked the children they met to design their very own sustainable car. It could be powered by absolutely anything and Max and Molly were amazed by the incredible imaginations being displayed. We will be sharing lots of the groundbreaking machines […]
This stunning Cobra replica from AK Sportscars has arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Our technicians will begin working on it shortly to investigate why it is running poorly.
We have recently welcomed a 2003 Mercedes SL500 into the workshop. This will eventually go on to be a competition car, so keep an eye out for updates.
As our 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser left us, a 2026 Lexus NX450h+ arrived. Like the Land Cruiser, this will be with us to experience firsthand and review in detail. There will no doubt be lots of content to come, so stay tuned for more…
Following a visit from the customer, technician John carried out the requested work on our 1980 TVR 3000S by plumbing in the centre vents. He modified the elbows so they fitted correctly onto the vents, and found that the pipe passing through the bulkhead lined up almost perfectly. It was deliberately left slightly longer to […]
On Sunday, we welcomed hundreds of people to Bridge Classic Cars for our 2026 Summer Show. It was fantastic to see such a range of cars and bikes and, despite a short downpour, the sun stayed out for most of the show. A recent winner, Roger Freeman, came along and was able to collect his […]
Another important stage of the interior restoration moved forward as Rachael prepared the first front seat base for our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe. To strengthen the original seat while preserving as much of its existing structure as possible, coconut fibre was used to reinforce the existing foam before the underside webbing was replaced. […]
During a recent Torque Show Live, we had a conversation about our very special 1952 Bentley MKVI. You can watch it below:
With routine servicing underway on our 2012 Aston Martin Virage, Ben drained the engine oil after removing the undertray to gain the necessary access. He also removed the intake system so that the oil filter could be reached, before fitting a replacement filter and refilling the engine with fresh oil. As part of the service, […]
As our 2004 Jaguar XKR is due to launch as one of our competition cars very soon, it took part in a photoshoot with John and Molly. It might not technically be a classic, but it still looks fantastic in these shots.
First registered on 30th June 1989, F302 NVA is a UK-supplied, five-door Volkswagen Golf GTI finished in Tornado Red and powered by a 1.8-litre eight-valve engine. As it comes with a comprehensive history file, I’ve been able to put together a detailed picture of its life. The original Volkswagen service book begins before the car […]
Twenty-five years after the original Aston Martin Vanquish made its debut, the brand has revealed the Vanquish 25, an exclusive limited edition model that celebrates one of the company’s most significant modern nameplates. Created by Q by Aston Martin, only 50 examples of the Vanquish 25 will be made worldwide, split equally between Coupe and […]
We recently welcomed a 1975 MG Midget into the workshop. Our technicians have already got to work on it, and more updates will come soon.
Toyota has launched a six-month renewable fuel trial that could help demonstrate how existing petrol-powered cars can reduce their carbon footprint without requiring new vehicles or new refuelling infrastructure. In collaboration with BMW Group, Bosch and Repsol, the idea is not to replace electrification but to demonstrate how different technologies can work together to support […]
Our Aston Martin DB7, with chassis number SCFAA1117SK100278, was first registered in August 1995 and is an early, supercharged six-cylinder DB7 coupé fitted with the five-speed manual gearbox. It is finished in Chiltern Green, paired with a cream and dark-green leather interior, walnut trim and green carpeting. An Aston Martin From A Turning Point For […]
Lancaster Insurance has introduced its new Young Accompanied Driver endorsement, giving customers the opportunity to let younger drivers experience driving a classic car while keeping their insurance policy protected. This is an extremely important offering as it means that classic car owners can encourage the next generation of enthusiasts who might otherwise be unable to […]