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 […]
The first stage of setting up our Summer BBQ is now complete thanks to Events Under Canvas. Our outdoor seating area is covered and protected from any weather conditions, and it looks fantastic too. There’s still time to book your tickets if you want to join us on Sunday. Hopefully, we will see you there.
Will Self-Driving Cars soon be seen on UK roads? The UK government has launched a public consultation to see how (and if) self-driving vehicles could be integrated into everyday road use across the country. Trials of self-driving vehicles are due to start in 2026, so it might not be too long until we are all […]
We are doing our best to support local businesses at our Summer BBQ on Sunday. Not only are we working with Events Under Canvas to make sure the weather can’t dampen our spirits, we are also stocking the bar with a range of locally sourced products. Whether you will be drinking 0% alcohol or something […]
UK new car and commercial vehicle production dropped by 11.9% in the first half of 2025, with a total of 417,232 vehicles being made, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Although June brought a slight improvement, with car output rising 6.6% compared to the same month last year, […]
An extremely rare and historically significant 1930s Mercedes-Benz has recently sold for more than £250,000 despite being in need of a full and in-depth restoration. It was sold via Manor Park Classics on 19th July 2025. This Mercedes-Benz 380 (W22) Cabriolet A is believed to be one of just 16 built, and was discovered as […]
Everyone here at Bridge Classic Cars is saddened to hear of the passing of Adam Reason, the man behind Reason Porsche and a good friend of our director, Gordon. I’m sure Gordon has many stories to tell about his friendship with Adam but, from a personal point of view, I had a very brief interaction […]
There are some classic cars that are iconic in their own right. However, from time to time, certain classics raise the bar when it comes to being recognised and acknowledged. We recently got to experience this first-hand when our absolutely stunning (and always iconic) 1965 Aston Martin DB5 became a sustainable vehicle! Thanks to our […]
Vauxhall’s GSE sub-brand is heading into a new electrified era. As of today (Monday, 21st July 2025), GSE models will be fully electric. New cars, zero emissions – that is what we need right now! The change to EV is being introduced with a new campaign and a short film called Three Letters, which shows […]
VETO® is all about making better choices, for your health, your relationships, and the planet. The brand promotes living well and saying no to anything that holds you back, including alcohol. Originally launched in 2020 as a plant-based food company, VETO® has since moved into the world of alcohol-free drinks. Their two lagers, PLAY and […]