You would be forgiven for thinking all the Toyota Prius is good for is pootling a tree hugging family through suburbia or being the chariot of choice for a ride sharing service. Rightly so. It’s inoffensive, efficient, silent and sort of friendly to the environment as it will shut off its internal combustion engine and …
Motorsport mainly hinges on the competitive nature of the drivers. The drivers flick a mental switch and go into a mode where the adrenaline courses through their bodies and the fear of coming out second best presides over their minds. There are a few situations where a professional employs the kind of razor sharp focus …
Welcome to a new series about cars that are decorated with success and are probably not at the forefront of people’s thoughts. Obscure racing cars. Formula One is on its way to being as popular as its ever been, Endurance racing is going through a renaissance and well, you get the picture. Everyone loves racing …
No need to sugarcoat it, the average buyer is terrified of French brands. The general consensus is that their vehicles are powered by wizardry and replacement parts cost an arm and both legs being made out of that rare material called unobtainium. Compound this by the average mechanic guessing what’s wrong and we have the …
What took place would make it one of the most tragic yet memorable event in F1 history? 1994 would be an unprecedented event in that it was one of the most tragic race weekends F1 would experience in decades. One unfortunate event Two deaths would change F1 in ways no one could have predicted. Start …
Anti-lock brakes can be traced back to the 1920s when engineers first tested the concept on planes and trains. The idea is that a computer would regulate the amount of braking input being inserted on each wheel to prevent the wheels from locking up causing wheespin equals less grip which means increased stopping distance. The …
Green. Once nothing more than a colour with thousands of variations is now the buzzword for anything. If you want to produce or market anything in the future, weather it be Latvian lava lamps or houses , it is mandatory to include the word “Green” in any description. Green implies sustainability and eco friendly, even …
One of the greatest moments of life is when a positive experience is thrown into your face in the most unexpected way. You can’t help yourself but grin and be all giddy like a kid again. From tasting food to watching a film. When it’s good, you’ll find yourself mulling over your thoughts for the …
It’s been a while hasn’t it? It’s nice to be back here, waffling on about cars. Last time I wrote a list like this, it was about eye catching Formula One cars. This time we’re taking a different route. The Ferrari V8 Berlinetta. Yes the F8 Tributo still is in production, but it’s not long …
Whenever there are reports of a new EU mandate that manufacturers have to abide by, it’s hardly ever anything that would be thought of by people who actually love cars and driving. From downsizing engine capacity and strapping turbos onto asthmatic engines, to forcing everyone to potter about in a dreary blender with a numberplate …