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 […]
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 […]
This past weekend was the 2026 Ipswich to Felixstowe Historic Vehicle Run. This event has been running for more than 50 years and is extremely well attended every single year. Vehicles registered on or before 2nd May 1996 are eligible to take part and meet at Christchurch Park in Ipswich before heading off on a […]
Back in 2002, our Thunderbird left Ford’s Wixom plant in Michigan. This was the first year of the “new” Thunderbird, which Ford launched in an attempt to reconnect with its identity from the 1950s. It was ordered in Evening Black with a Black interior and had the 3.9-litre V8. This was the Jaguar-derived unit Ford […]
BMW UK has launched a new BMW Classic Partner pilot programme to improve support for classic BMW owners across the country. The pilot begins with four authorised retailers: Halliwell Jones Wilmslow, Sytner Stevenage, Group 1 Hailsham, and Dick Lovett Bristol. Each has now been officially recognised as part of the international BMW Classic Partner network. […]
Earlier today, Craig was interviewed live on Suffolk Sound. He was talking about our Theatre in Education performance and workshop that is currently touring primary schools around Suffolk. This is the interview in full…
Craig, Rob, and John went to the 83rd Goodwood Members’ Meeting. They had a fantastic time, as always, and managed to see a lot of what the event had to offer this year. There will be more to come on this shortly, but for now, here are the highlights of their visit.
Volvo Cars has officially started production of its new fully electric EX60, with the first customer deliveries due to begin in early summer. Built at Volvo’s Torslanda plant just outside Gothenburg, Sweden, the EX60 is a new fully electric mid-size SUV, but it is also the first fully electric Volvo to be designed, developed, and […]
Ariel has recently revealed the most extreme Atom it’s ever built in the form of the new Ariel Atom 4RR. This is a track-focused but road-legal car that has been built to celebrate 25 years of the now iconic lightweight performance car. Powered by a bespoke hand-built motorsport-spec 2-litre Honda-based engine producing 525bhp and 550Nm […]
Rolls-Royce Project Nightingale has been revealed as a new all-electric coachbuilt roadster that will be limited to 100 examples worldwide. It is the first model in the marque’s new Coachbuild Collection and, while still described as a production concept, the design is said to be largely locked in ahead of testing later in 2026. Client […]
Last week was the very first episode of Torque Show Live. Streamed live from The Classic Lounge at Bridge Classic Cars, this was the first of our weekly series. Each week, we will be sharing all of the latest news from the automotive industry, as well as some behind-the-scenes goings on in the Bridge Classic […]
On the 9th of April, a new era of Bridge Classic Cars live videos will begin. The team will switch on the lights in our Classic Lounge and turn the cameras to bring you Torque Show Live. A weekly live stream which will include automotive news, workshop updates, special guests, in-depth interviews and also our […]
Molecular UK is a local company to us here in Suffolk that makes a range of car cleaning chemicals. With a team that has quite literally produced millions of litres of high-quality cleaning products for various companies, they now make their own for the automotive world. I recently had a conversation with Jordan Coulter, Director […]
Nick is currently on a course to learn some new tips and tricks surrounding InDesign. As well as being our photographer and videographer, Nick is the person who puts the visual side of Driver Magazine together. Using the programs and software he currently has available to him, he has done an incredible job in making […]
Limited production vehicles are always interesting to me. I love how they usually have a level of importance and meaning to the manufacturers, the owners, and the community of enthusiasts who have a passion for them. That’s why when a collection of rare Ducati motorbikes showed up the other day, I wanted to dig a […]
Last week, Craig and Gordon travelled up to Kelham Hall in Newark to attend an auction hosted by H&H Classics. As well as having one of our cars for sale, they were also there to see what was available to buy. While they came away empty-handed, they certainly enjoyed getting an up-close look at the […]
Selling a car privately is often seen as the best way to get the best price, but new research suggests the reality is not quite as straightforward as that. A survey of 1,700 UK drivers, conducted by short-term car insurance provider Tempcover, has highlighted some of the pros and cons of managing the sale of […]
JAECOO has expanded its UK line-up with two new additions to the JAECOO 7 range. Following a strong debut year, the brand is continuing to build on its momentum with the introduction of the JAECOO 7 SHS-P Black Luxury and the all-new JAECOO 7 SHS-H full hybrid. Plug-in Hybrid The JAECOO 7 SHS-P Black Luxury […]
Ferrari has revealed the new Amalfi Spider, a front-mid-engined 2+ convertible that adds open-top driving to the Amalfi line-up. Unveiled in Maranello on 12th March 2026, the new model pairs Ferrari’s twin-turbo V8 with a fabric soft top designed to preserve both the car’s proportions and its day-to-day usability. Power comes from Ferrari’s 640hp twin-turbo […]
When Bentley introduced the Bentley Continental GT Supersports, it took the Continental GT to a new level. It was designed to be lighter, faster, and more driver-focused than any previous Bentley. Our Supersports was first registered on 22nd September 2010, and is an extremely well-documented example of Bentley’s high-performance flagship of its time. The Most […]
Built between 1936 and 1940, the BMW 328 became one of the most well-known performance cars of its time. With its 1,971cc straight-six engine, lightweight construction and great handling, the 328 dominated sports car racing across Europe and helped cement BMW’s reputation for engineering excellence. As much as the model, in general, is celebrated for […]
Volvo is celebrating 70 years of the seatbelt, with the debut of a new world-first technology in its latest electric SUV, the EX60. Volvo has been associated with car safety for a long time. Back in the 1950s, the company helped shape the modern seatbelt design that is still used across the automotive industry today. […]
A new survey from Hagerty has revealed widespread frustration among UK drivers over the condition of the nation’s roads, with the vast majority of respondents claiming they are now in a serious state of disrepair. The survey gathered opinions from more than 1,200 drivers across the UK, with most describing worsening road conditions and frequent […]
The BMW Group is continuing its goal of implementing digitalisation and the use of artificial intelligence in production with its recent announcement that humanoid robots will be deployed in Germany for the first time. Following a successful pilot project in the United States, the company is now bringing its “Physical AI” approach to Europe, with […]
2026 continues to be an incredibly busy and exciting year here at Bridge Classic Cars. February has seen progress and growth in pretty much every part of the business, so the entire team has certainly been working hard. Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to in February 2026… Workshop The workshop team continue […]
From 27th February 2026, GM Speciality Vehicles has launched in the UK. This means that UK customers can now buy vehicles such as the Cadillac Escalade-V, GMC Yukon Denali and Chevrolet Silverado with full UK homologation and manufacturer support. Full Factory Support for UK Customers Rather than importing independently, buyers can now purchase through official […]
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric has been named the overall winner at this year’s UK Car of the Year Awards. Selected by an independent panel of more than 30 automotive journalists from across the UK, the award recognises the best new cars currently on sale. As the Renault 5 had won its individual category of […]
When McLaren revealed the W1 on 6th October 2024, it was a special moment for the brand’s ‘1’ car bloodline. Now, that moment has been recreated in 1:8 scale. Developed in collaboration with McLaren Automotive, Amalgam Collection’s W1 model measures over 57cm (22 inches) long and has been created using reworked CAD data, paint codes […]