Aston Martin has released images of its upcoming supercar, the Valhalla, as it nears the final stages of development. Seen both on-road in the UK and on-track in Spain, this limited-run hybrid looks like it’s going to be a very special car. With just 999 units planned for production starting in Q2 2025, the Valhalla […]
Used cars are selling fast in 2025, with March seeing average sale times drop to just 25 days, making it the quickest month on record, according to the latest figures from Auto Trader. This continues a strong start to the year, following January’s 31-day and February’s 28-day averages. The trend reflects high consumer demand, backed […]
Aston Martin has revealed its brand new Vanquish Volante – its most powerful and fastest convertible to date. This stunning car is part of the celebration of 60 years since the first Volante – the rare 1965 Short Chassis. With a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 under the bonnet and a top speed of 214mph, this is, […]
The Toyota Hilux has long been known as a dependable workhorse, tackling everything from rough trails to urban commutes without breaking a sweat. Now, it’s stepping into the electrified era with the introduction of the Hilux Hybrid 48V – a mild hybrid system that enhances performance without compromising the truck’s famed toughness. Available in the […]
Ipswich Town Women had a successful return to Portman Road on Sunday, with a 3-1 win over Plymouth Argyle, with a record-breaking attendance of 10,807. Goals from Lucy O’Brien, Natasha Thomas and Sophie Peskett gave the ITFC Women a well-deserved three points. Just two minutes after kickoff, Thomas sent in a low cross that Plymouth […]
INEOS Automotive has opened a state-of-the-art biomass heating plant at its Hambach production site. With an output of 9.2 megawatts, the €15 million facility will supply 78% of the site’s heating requirements. The plant is fuelled by up to 14,000 tonnes of locally and sustainably sourced woodchips each year, helping reduce the plant’s CO2 emissions […]
We are incredibly proud that last night, Bridge Classic Cars was announced as the winner of the Behaviour Change Campaign of the Year at the first-ever East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2025! It is incredible that we have been recognised for our work in driving positive behaviour change within the classic car community through […]
Eddie Jordan, the former Formula 1 team owner and television pundit, has passed away at the age of 76. Eddie was known for his larger-than-life personality and influence in the motorsport world before he sadly died in the early hours of this morning after battling aggressive prostate cancer. In a statement, his family said: “It […]
Former Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button is returning to the Goodwood Revival this year, where he’ll be racing his own 1962 Jaguar E-Type in the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) TT Celebration. Taking place from Friday 12th September to Sunday 14th September, the Revival is always one of the biggest motoring events of the year. […]
BYD has introduced its Super e-Platform which looks to have a big impact on the charging potential of electric vehicles (EVs). The platform, featuring a 1,000V vehicle architecture, enables charging speeds comparable to refuelling a petrol car and can add two kilometres of range per second. Impressive Charging Speed The system is based around a […]
Close Brothers Group has reported a pre-tax operating loss of £103 million for the first half of its financial year, leading to a 14% decline in its share price. This big drop is primarily due to a £165 million provision set aside in anticipation of a potential customer redress scheme, pending the outcome of the […]
Ineos Automotive has issued a recall to thousands of its Grenadiers due to a defect in the exterior door handles. The release buttons on these handles can remain depressed after closing, potentially causing doors to open unexpectedly while driving. This issue stems from insufficient grease application during assembly. In the United States, over 7,000 […]
We are extremely proud to have been recognised one more time for our sustainability efforts. Bridge Classic Cars has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Sustainability Award at the AM Awards 2025. This recognition highlights our ongoing work and commitment to creating a more sustainable future for classic cars while preserving their incredible history. […]
A rare 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Series Seventy-Five Limousine, first owned by John Entwistle, bassist of The Who, is heading to auction. The classic American luxury car is expected to sell for between £15,000 and £25,000 when it goes up for sale with H&H Classics at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, Cambridgeshire, on Wednesday 9th […]
The RA4 Vanguard, built in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 1950/51, made its debut at the 1951 Lady Wigram International meeting. At a time when front-engine layouts dominated Grand Prix racing, the RA4 was ahead of its time with a revolutionary mid-engine design – something only seen in the new 500cc Formula Three cars of the […]
UK drivers are facing an increasing financial burden due to pothole damage, with new data revealing a steep rise in repair costs. According to the latest Pothole Impact Tracker (PIT) report from Kwik Fit, the total bill for pothole-related vehicle damage has increased to £1.7 billion over the past year. The average repair cost is […]
Now that our former events space, The Atelier has turned into an extension of the workshop, the white floor that looked so good for events wasn’t quite right for its new role. Recently, a new floor has been laid that matches the blue of the main workshop. It took a bit of time and effort […]
According to new research from eBay, 11% of drivers admit they have never checked the condition of their wiper blades, despite their important role in maintaining visibility and passing an MOT. Worryingly, the study seems to show a big lack of awareness, with one in five drivers (20%) unaware that faulty wiper blades could lead […]
A rare 1977 Ferrari 512 BB ‘Wide Body’ with just 6,000 miles on the clock is going up for sale with H&H Classics at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, on April 9th, 2025. This one-owner example, estimated to sell for between £150,000-£170,000, is believed to be unique among the 101 UK-delivered right-hand-drive models. A Custom […]
Morgan Motor Company has introduced the Supersport today. This will now be its new flagship model, and is built on the all-new CXV aluminium platform, The Supersport delivers enhanced torsional rigidity, refined suspension, and improved steering for a more connected and engaging driving experience. A Modern Take On Traditional Design Staying true to Morgan’s philosophy […]
At Paris Fashion Week, the brand-new Jaguar Type 00 was seen out on the road for the very first time. Still in its concept form, it definitely got a lot of attention.
On Saturday night, we hosted our “Evening With Elisa Artioli” in The Classic Lounge at Bridge Classic Cars. Elisa, the namesake of the Lotus Elise, was incredible and we loved having her here with us for a few days. She told our guests the story of how the Elise became such a huge part of […]
Earlier on today, I was lucky enough to have a call with DRVN Automotive Group Design Director Wayne Burgess and Rob Borrett about the new Ford Escort MK1 RS from Boreham Motorworks. It was a great conversation between myself, Wayne, Rob, and our new Operations Director, Anthony. It will feature in the March issue of […]
An Aston Martin once owned by the music legend himself, Sir Elton John, is heading to auction. The 1995 DB7 will be offered for sale by H&H Classics on Wednesday, April 9th, at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, Cambridgeshire. Sir Elton was the car’s first owner, and the vehicle comes with its original warranty […]
Lotus has refreshed its Emira range with the introduction of the new Emira Turbo SE and the Emira V6. These models replace the previous First Editions. If that wasn’t exciting enough, the Turbo SE is actually the fastest Emira to date. Emira Turbo SE The Emira Turbo SE’s name pays tribute to Lotus of the […]
At the 1000 Miglia Experience in Florida recently, the Politecnico di Milano team, in collaboration with Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) and Maserati, set a new world speed record for an autonomous car. Their AI-driven Maserati MC20 Coupé reached 197.7 mph (318 km/h) at the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (LLF). This seems a fitting […]
We recently supplied a local collector with synthetic fuel from P1 Fuels. As his collection is pretty vast (around 100 cars), that’s even more sustainable cars out on the road. Great work!
The Classic Lounge | Bridge Classic Cars, The Nursery, Main Road, Pettistree, IP13 0HH Please note: this is an invite-only event, and tickets will be checked upon arrival. This is a FREE event for ticket holders only. The Bridge Classic Cars Members Club will be 1 year old in July, so we want to invite […]
We have been awarded Best Private Members Bar 2025 – East Anglia in the Lux Life Restaurant and Bar Awards 2025. The whole Bridge Classic Cars team is very proud of our members club so to be recognised with this award is very exciting.
The UK’s automotive sector saw a big decline in production at the start of 2025, with total output dropping by 17.7% to 78,012 units. According to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this includes a 14.3% decrease in car production to 71,104 units and a 41.5% drop in commercial […]