The Dakar Rally is one of the toughest and most challenging races in the world. Recently, Helen Tait Wright was part of the first all-female British team to complete the almost 5000-mile race in Saudi Arabia. Along with her navigator, Marcella Kirk, Helen completed the journey in a 1988 Land Rover 110. I recently had […]
Our XK is a low-mileage example that is well specified, has been properly maintained and is still very original. Registered on 14th June 2006, this is an early Jaguar XK 4.2 Convertible. It’s finished in Pearlescent Indigo Blue (black?) with an ivory leather interior and black roof. The X150 was a step up from the […]
Mattel has started a worldwide search for the first-ever Hot Wheels Tiniest Team Principal. That means one car-loving kid from the UK, one from the United States, and one from Mexico will be picked for a very special job in Formula 1. A team principal is the boss of a racing team. They help make […]
Manual gearboxes and diesel engines could both be heading for extinction in the UK car market by the end of the decade, according to new analysis from Vehicle Data Global. Diesel’s market share has fallen by 92% since 2016, while manual cars currently hold just 13.7% of the market so far this year. Manuals Are […]
Bohdan and Marian Antoniw had the same car for nearly five decades. Their Volvo Amazon 122S had such an impact on their lives that, even when the time came to upgrade, they have remained loyal to the brand that made their very special car. The couple originally bought their four-door Amazon in December 1980 from […]
We will be returning to The Festival of Classic and Sports Cars in 2026, held at Helmingham Hall. After another fantastic event show last year, we’re very happy to say that Bridge Classic Cars will once again be the headline sponsor. Taking place on Sunday 2nd August 2026, the event regularly attracts more than 1,200 […]
Pupils at St Gregory Primary School in Sudbury, Suffolk made a social media video back in January hoping to get the attention of Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock. Their headteacher promised that if The Rock saw it and left a comment, the school would take the pupils to see the new live-action version […]
This Saturday (16th May 2026) is World Whisky Day, and we’re celebrating with our partners at Coachbuilt Whisky. Whisky and classic cars are both based on craftsmanship, heritage, character, and patience. Neither can be rushed, and usually, the older they are, the more interesting the story they have to tell. When our partnership with Coachbuilt […]
Created by our partners at Coachbuilt Whisky in partnership with Rolls-Royce London, this extremely limited release is drawn from select reserves of Coachbuilt’s signature blend. It combines malt and grain whiskies aged between 30 and 35 years, matured primarily in ex-Sherry casks before finishing in ex-Bourbon barrels. For this expression, the focus shifts to Highland, […]
This limited edition release from our partners at Coachbuilt Whisky is the first Scotch whisky ever finished in an ex-Korean whisky cask. The cask itself comes from the Three Societies Distillery, South Korea’s first single malt producer, founded in 2020 just outside Seoul but already gaining global recognition. With only 130 bottles produced, this is […]
Created in partnership with Williams Racing, there are now just 600 bottles remaining of this special release from our partners at Coachbuilt Whisky. Inspired by the Williams FW18, the car that dominated the 1996 Formula 1 season and became one of the most recognisable F1 machines of its era. To pay tribute to this car, […]
Over the last few years, biofuels have been seen as a talking point surrounding environmental concerns and sustainability. However, with the recent goings on in the world, they seem to now be becoming a geopolitical talking point as well. As disruption around the Strait of Hormuz continues to put pressure on global fuel markets, governments […]
Jaguar has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming luxury four-door GT, the Jaguar Type 01. The new electric GT has been designed as part of Jaguar’s long-standing focus on originality, combining a dramatic presence with what the company describes as a unique driving character. The Type 01 name itself carries significant meaning for the […]
Lotus have just announced that they are going to make more hybrid-powered cars. These are cars that run on both petrol and electricity. This is how they work. Read more news for kids here
Lotus has revealed its new “Focus 2030” business strategy, outlining how the company plans to strengthen its position in the global performance car market while still maintaining the look and feel of the brand. Announced in London earlier today, Tuesday 12th May 2026, the strategy is based on the four areas of reinforcing the Lotus […]
A Suzuki Vitara owner has covered 436,500 miles in less than 10 years! The Vitara SZ-T, fitted with Suzuki’s 1.6-litre petrol engine, was originally purchased new in 2017 from Hilton Suzuki Bedford. Since then, the car has been used daily and regularly driven across Europe, covering huge distances while remaining reliable throughout. According to Suzuki, […]
We’ve been talking about the future of classic cars in a greener future for quite some time now. Whatever solution ultimately comes from everything happening, the outcome we all want is that classic cars stay on the road now and in the future. This is why we are very pleased that “Leno’s Law” has started […]
Another busy month has come to an end here at Bridge Classic Cars. Here is a quick look back at what has been going on. Workshop The workshop team have been working as hard as ever to keep our current projects making good progress towards heading home to their waiting owners. One of a collection […]
Renault has added special technology to some of its electric cars that helps drivers use mostly one pedal instead of two. Normally, drivers use one pedal to go and another pedal to stop. But with one-pedal driving, lifting your foot off the accelerator helps the car slow down all on its own. By doing this, […]
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric was Britain’s most popular electric car in April, according to the latest registration data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. This comes at the same time as Renault UK reported a sharp rise in interest in its electric range, with EV searches on renault.co.uk up 42% since oil […]
We are very proud to once again be supporting Classic & Sports Cars by the Bridge in 2026. Hosted by Cancer Support Suffolk at Suffolk Food Hall, the event will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026, with a huge range of classic cars, sports cars, local businesses, food vendors, entertainment, and family […]
Jon carried out the PDI on our 1968 MGC Roadster by thoroughly checking the car over, inflating the tyres to the correct pressures and knocking up the wire wheels to ensure everything was properly secured before taking the car out on a road test. Once back at the workshop, he began investigating faults with the […]
Jon continued work on our 1966 Daimler V8 250 by attending to the rear suspension, slackening the spring eye nuts and opening up the chassis mounts to provide the necessary clearance before fully lubricating the assembly and tightening the bolts back into position. He then carried on with the wider repairs to the car, tightening […]
Earlier today, we welcomed this 1967 Fiat 600 into the workshop. It will now be fully assessed and appraised before we decide what happens to it next. Maybe a competition car?
Recently, our driver, Tony, was involved in a serious accident on the M6 while driving our Toyota Hilux. Both the truck and our trailer ultimately were written off, but the most important thing that came from the whole ordeal was that Tony walked away completely unharmed! In Tony’s own words, the technology and safety features […]
The Porsche Carrera Cup Benelux recently announced that our partners at FU3L will be its exclusive fuel supplier from the 2026 season. “This partnership with the Porsche Carrera Cup Benelux is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of our advanced synthetic fuels in a highly competitive racing environment. Motorsport is the ultimate proving ground, […]
18 months ago, we made a decision here at Bridge Classic Cars that wasn’t just about us and our short-term goals; it was a decision that could quite literally change the future of classic cars as a whole. We made the decision to start running our cars on synthetic fuel. Why We Made the Change […]
We are very fortunate that there are some big personalities and names in the automotive world who have roots in Suffolk. Helen Tait Wright is one of them! She has recently completed the 2026 Dakar Rally in her Land Rover. As one of the toughest endurance challenges you’ll find anywhere on Earth, Helen certainly knows […]
A little while ago, our 2025 Renault Trafic was given a makeover to make it a full and proper member of the Bridge Classic Cars team. When it arrived, it was plain white and, as good as it looked, it would be easy to mistake it for a “normal” van. However, we’ve now resolved that […]