If you are looking to buy a used car, there are some things that you should look for in order to make sure it is worth your money.
In this blog post, we will discuss 7 items to check before buying a used car so that you can avoid any potential problems with the vehicle.
1. Check the engine for leaks
Check the engine for leaks in order to make sure there are no major issues present. Look under the hood and examine any seams with water around them that might be leaking from a hose or other component. If you notice anything, it is best not to purchase the car unless you plan on getting a full inspection done as soon as possible.
2. Check for the VIN number
Check for the VIN number in order to make sure that you are getting a car with an accurate title. In some states, it is illegal not to have this identification on the vehicle so if there isn’t one present, be wary of purchasing the car without doing more research.
3. Review all the records of maintenance and repairs
It is very important to review all the records of maintenance and repairs to make sure that there were done on a regular basis. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, it is best not to purchase the vehicle because this could lead to major issues with your car in the future.
4. Inspect tires, brakes, and headlights
Inspect the tires, brakes, and headlights. This will give you a good idea of how well the car was taken care of in terms of maintenance. If any one or more are not working properly it is best to steer completely away from this vehicle because they could be expensive fixes that have just been neglected by the previous owner.
If you notice that there is any damage to the wheels, it could be a sign of an accident. Although accidents can happen at any time and anywhere, this may be something you want to consider before purchasing the vehicle because if it was poorly taken care of after the accident, then your car will start developing problems too.
5. Test drive a car to see how it performs on different types of roads and surfaces.
Test drive a car to see how it performs on different types of roads and surfaces. This will give you an idea if the vehicle is perfect for your needs or not. If there are any parts that don’t work properly, such as headlights or wipers, then this information should also be taken into account before purchasing the vehicle.
The wheels can tell you if the car was in an accident. Although accidents can happen at any time and anywhere, this may be something you want to consider before purchasing the vehicle because if it was poorly taken care of after the accident, then your car will start developing problems too. An adjustable trailer hitch is also a good idea to add on if the vehicle you’re wanting is used. It can help you tow things like trailers, boats, or other items that you need to transport.
Test drive a car to see how it performs on different types of roads and surfaces. This will give you an idea of the vehicle is perfect for your needs or not. If there are any parts that don’t work properly, such as headlights or wipers, then this information should also be taken into account before purchasing the vehicle.
6. Make sure you’re mechanically inclined enough to fix any issues that arise with your used car.
You should only buy a car if you have the time and resources to fix any mechanical issues that may arise. If not, then this means having money saved up for potential repairs when they come about. You’ll want to make sure your budget is able to cover higher repair costs because these cars are typically cheaper than new ones.
7. Ask for a warranty or take out an extended service agreement
Ask for a warranty or take out an extended service agreement if you can afford it – this will save you money in the long run by ensuring that your vehicle is repaired without costing you more than necessary.
Buying a used car can be complicated, but these 7 things will help you make an informed decision. If you’re not sure if your mechanic is trustworthy or qualified to inspect the vehicle before purchase, we recommend finding someone who is and having them do it for you. This way, when the time comes that something goes wrong with your car, they’ll know exactly what needs to be done without costing you more than necessary in repairs down the line. It’s also important to have any mechanical issues inspected by a professional before buying as well – this will save money on future maintenance costs and keep your new-to-your car running smoothly for years.
1961 Jaguar Mk 2 3.8 Manual OD – confirmed matching numbers with a Heritage Certificate.
There is now just one week to go until The London Classic Car Show!
Classic Car Auctions will start their sale at 12pm on Saturday 26th June at Syon Park where tickets are still available to buy for the wider event.
Confirmed for the auction are two exceptional Jaguars both offered without reserve!
A serious opportunity and excitingly offered at No Reserve is this 1966 Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 FHC Manual (LHD). This Series 1, final year, is hugely original and has never been restored from 40 years of slumber. This is an amazing restoration opportunity or alternatively, the car could be made into a fantastic fast road/period driver car. Believed to have two registered owners from new and wonderfully presented in the factory colour scheme of Opalescent Golden Sand with Beige trims, this example comes alongside a Heritage Certificate which confirms the matching numbers. This highly original car has such low mileage (believed 44,203), low ownership and would be the most perfect candidate for a high-end Concours restoration. This is surely the finest original, unrestored, Series 1 available, with such a fascinating story behind it.
Classically presented in Old English White with a Red interior is this 1961 Jaguar Mk 2 3.8 Manual. This left-hand drive has confirmed matching numbers by the Heritage Certificate and has a NOVA Certificate present. The solid bodywork of the car displays no evidence of welding or rot to the chassis, and it makes the perfect recommissioning project.
Gary Dunne, CCA’s Sales Manager commented “The standard of Everyman Classics in our next auction is absolutely fantastic including these two Jaguars both offered without reserve. We are delighted to yet again be bringing you another superb catalogue of cars to the market and for our first auction outside of the Midlands!”
Classic Car Auctions e-catalogue is now available to download where you can view the full lot list or visit where their website here.
Bidding for Classic Car Auctions sale can be done in person, online, by phone or via commission (pre-bid). For absentee bidding, please complete the registration process at least 48 hours before the auction day to ensure your registration is processed. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please email the UK Auction House Market Leaders on enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk or call 01926 640888.
Beaulieu’s long-awaited Hot Rod & Custom Show returned in style for 2021, with an impressive line-up of customised cars and bikes for Father’s Day, along with dancing, music and stands packed with vintage memorabilia, which all the family could enjoy.
4,000 visitors and participants came to enjoy the sell-out show in the grounds of the National Motor Museum on Sunday 20th June, held in association with the Solent Renegades club, with the opportunity to admire as many as 402 hot rods, custom and American cars and bikes, which took their places in the busy showground.
Awards were presented for some of the automotive stars of the show. Taking the Best in Show award was Nigel Green from Christchurch, for his astonishing 1931 Auburn special. Turning many heads with its hand-formed aluminium bodywork, Nigel had built his imposing machine with the help of a friend by turning an Auburn chassis upside down, then re-engineering it with a 1915 aero engine and chain-drive to the rear wheels.
The coveted Best Custom award was presented to Phil Webb, who had driven to the show from the Rhondda Valley in his stunning 1956 Ford F100 pick-up. The V8-powered truck’s smooth looks and remarkable build quality impressed the judges. While the Best Hot Rod award went to Steve Willsone from Essex for his 1954 Ford Popular. With a 351 Cleveland V8 engine powering its huge rear wheels, this pale blue ‘Pop’ was another big hit with show-goers.
Chosen from the multitude of amazing bikes and trikes on display, the Best Bike/Trike award was presented to Tony Philogene from Verwood for his home-made monster trike. Built by Tony all by himself using only basic tools, the heart of the trike is a modified Rover V8 engine, making it a very lively machine on the open road.
Nick Barnes from North London took home the Best American Car award for his immaculate 1972 Buick Riviera, another visitor favourite in the colourful line-up. The prize winners each received a trophy and a special Autoglym prize, presented by Beaulieu’s Head of Marketing & Business Development, Rachael Goldstraw.
Variety was at the heart of the Hot Rod & Custom show, as stripped-down hot rods and smooth customs parked side-by side. The line-up ranged from a V6-powered Ford Model T bucket roadster, a rat-look 1940s Chevrolet tow-truck and a period Ford stock car with a flathead V8 to immaculate 1920s and 1930s custom Fords, Corvettes and Trans Ams, ‘slammed’ pick-up trucks and more
The Solent Renegades club display was another highlight, while spread across the showground could be found all manner of Mercurys, Chevrolets, Plymouths, Dodges, Edsels, Pontiacs and others besides. Modified British classics on show included a pro-street Humber Super Snipe and Ford Anglia, and a 1934 Sunbeam Dawn hot rod.
Car customising legend and Hot Rod & Custom regular Andy Saunders brought along his crowd-pleasing 1937 Cord, Tetanus, and spent the day chatting with other enthusiasts.
There were plenty of opportunities to get your feet tapping, with Jitterbug Jive giving socially-distanced dance demonstrations that everyone could either take part in or enjoy watching. Performing rousing tunes throughout the day were Company B and The Bandits, while Mariachi el Mexicano delighted showgoers with their upbeat renditions as they strolled around the event.
In the Vintage Pop-Up, a selection of retro traders offered high-quality wares, from vintage fashions to homewares of the past, while motoring trade stands were the place to browse automotive accessories and tools.
Hot Rod and Custom is just one of Beaulieu’s exciting 2021 motoring events. Coming soon are Simply Land Rover on 11th July and Simply Ford on 18th July, with the Beaulieu Supercar Weekend set to take place on 7th & 8th August, while International Autojumble will be on 4th and 5th September.
The Goodwood Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard has been confirmed as a pilot event by the Events Research Programme (ERP).
The agreed capacities mean that all ticket, hospitality and grandstand pass holders will be able to attend.
Motorsport’s ultimate summer garden party will take place in the grounds of Goodwood House from Thursday 8 – Sunday 11 July.
Goodwood is pleased to confirm that the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard will now form part of the Events Research Programme (ERP) as a pilot event and will take place as planned from Thursday 8 – Sunday 11 July.
The event is sold out across Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The capacities agreed with the ERP will mean that all 2021 Festival of Speed ticket, hospitality and grandstand pass holders will be able to attend as planned, including those with tickets rolled over from 2020. A limited number of Thursday tickets are still available to purchase.
As a pilot, all people on site will need to agree to the conditions of entry set out by the Events Research Programme in order to enjoy the event safely. This will include either having had both doses of the vaccine at least 14 days before the event, or proof of a negative Lateral Flow Test, which can be taken at home or at a recognised centre free of charge, within 48 hours of the event.
We will announce further details around conditions of entry, consent required from all fans to opt into the Event Research Programme and NHS Test and Trace requirements shortly.
The event will be as exciting and entertaining as ever, as we honour ‘The Maestros – Motorsport’s Great All-Rounders’, celebrating the drivers, teams and manufacturers who have enjoyed success across a variety of motorsport disciplines.
Much-loved elements of the Festival of Speed will include appearances from current F1 teams and drivers, road car debuts, the awe-inspiring Future Lab presented by bp, a new interactive Central Feature celebrating Lotus, Goodwood Action Sports (GAS) and of course, the action-packed Shootout which will come to a climax on the Sunday.
Sports Minister Nigel Huddleston said: “We are continuing to expand the Events Research Programme’s remit to include more of our iconic cultural and sporting events and the Goodwood Festival of Speed will now return for the first time since the pandemic broke.
“Festival goers will now be able to enjoy the raw horsepower of Goodwood’s legendary automotive, aeronautical and equine offerings up close thanks to our tremendous vaccine rollout and the increasingly popular use of the NHS App to prove your Covid status.”
Information for ticket holders Goodwood will be in touch with all ticket holders in the coming days with further details about how the Festival of Speed will run as a pilot event. We would like to assure customers that there is no need for them to contact us at this stage, but we encourage them to regularly visit the goodwood.com/fos pages where they will be able to find all the latest information about attending.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our customers, partners and suppliers for their support and patience as we have worked through the options which will enable the Festival of Speed to take place as planned next month. It promises to be a really special and memorable Festival of Speed.
Digital and always on: Volkswagen launches the new Polo with Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system included in the basic version
Pre-sales under way: In Germany, the new Polo can be configured in all trim levels (Polo, Life, Style and R-Line) and as a special edition “Fresh”.
Features on demand: the navigation function and other online services can be activated later on in the Ready 2 Discover Infotainment system
The new Polo is launching with a Digital Cockpit as standard.
Volkswagen designed the architecture of the control centre so that all the information relevant for driving is available in a single line of vision. And the clarity of this layout is hard to beat. The digital instruments and the Infotainment system merge into a single unit with intuitive operation. With its standard systematic integration of information, communication and entertainment, the Polo sets a new benchmark in it class.
Volkswagen has developed a technical and visual update for the Polo. Pre-sales are starting now with extended standard features. One of the features that are always on board is the Digital Cockpit – digital instruments with a display diameter of 20.32 cm. The Digital Cockpit is operated by means of the now also standard multifunction steering wheel.
Also included in the basic price: the Composition Infotainment system with a 15.5-cm touchscreen (for the Polo and Life trim levels). As an alternative to the buttons on the unit itself, the driver can also control many functions via the multifunction steering wheel – including access to the integrated Bluetooth mobile phone interface, digital radio reception (DAB+) and volume control. The standard features also include various online services and functions of We Connect (unlimited activation) and We Connect Plus (activated for one year). A wide range of information can also be accessed by smartphone from outside the Polo – such as the status of the central locking system, the driving data or the current parking position. If the parked Polo has been left unlocked accidentally, even this can be changed via smartphone. With the Polo Life trim level, App-Connect is also always on board. Here, native smartphone apps – including telephone, music, news, calendar and voice control (Siri / Google Assistant) functions – can be integrated into the Infotainment system.
Those who opt for the Polo in the Style trim level automatically activate the next level of digitalisation. In this case, the functions are enhanced with the Digital Cockpit Pro, which features a 26.04-cm display (optional for Life and R-Line trim levels). Using a View button on the multifunction steering wheel, the driver can choose between three graphical options and configure the content with a great degree of freedom. For example, a large map view can be shown on the display in vehicles with navigation function. The media library with cover flow function can be projected between the rev counter and speedometer.
In the case of the Polo Style and Polo R-Line, the Ready 2 Discover Infotainment system also comes as standard. The spectrum of We Connect Plus can be extended to include Streaming & Internet, Internet Radio and a Wi-Fi hotspot. For the first time, App-Connect can be integrated in Ready 2 Discover not just by USB-C, but also as App- Connect Wireless. Passengers on board have a clear view of everything thanks to the large 20.32-cm touchscreen with proximity sensors. But Ready 2 Discover offers much more: the navigation function can also be activated subsequently as a feature on demand via the system’s In-Car Shop. This then also makes additional online services and functions available: among other things, the Polo driver has access to Online Traffic Information, Online Route Calculation and Online Destination Import from their smartphone.
The two navigation systems Discover Media (display diagonal 20.32 cm) and Discover Pro (screen diagonal of 23.5 cm) are also available as optional extras. The systems feature enhanced music performance and a host of extended menu functions. A camera integrated into the windscreen is also connected to the systems’ Dynamic Road Sign Display function. The current road signs are communicated to the display and digital instruments as real-time information. Additionally, Discover Pro is equipped with intuitive voice control that can be used to operate the radio, telephone and navigation functions.
If the new Polo is ordered with the optional two-zone automatic air conditioner (Climatronic), this system also features digital control for the first time. The temperatures and fan are adjusted by means of touch sliders, and all other air conditioning functions and the heated seats by means of digital touch controls. Thanks to the innovative range of onboard technologies, the new Polo offers significant added value compared with its predecessor. In a nutshell: never before has a Polo been so digital, connected, informative and communicative.
The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is present in more than 150 markets worldwide and produces vehicles at more than 30 locations in 13 countries. Volkswagen delivered around 5.3 million vehicles in 2020. These include bestsellers such as the Golf, Tiguan, Jetta or Passat as well as the fully electric successful models ID.3 and ID.4. Around 184,000 people currently work at Volkswagen worldwide. In addition, there are more than 10,000 trading companies and service partners with 86,000 employees. With its ACCELERATE strategy, Volkswagen is consistently advancing its further development into a software-oriented mobility provider.
Active rear-axle torque vectoring for maximum driving dynamics
Unmatched acceleration and top speed in the segment
Two new RS 3-specific driving modes for circuits and controlled drifts
The new Audi RS 3 represents the epitome of unadulterated driving dynamics.
This is Audi’s first vehicle to feature the RS Torque Splitter, which distributes drive torque between the rear wheels in a fully variable manner. In combination with the 400 PS five-cylinder engine, the compact sports car is supremely agile. The 2.5 TFSI now unleashes 500 Nm of torque, 20 Nm more than in the previous model. The Audi RS 3 sprints from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 290 km/h (180 mph) – record numbers in the segment.
How does the RS Torque Splitter work? The RS Torque Splitter makes active, fully variable torque vectoring between the rear wheels possible. Unlike the rear axle differential and the previous multiple disc clutch package on the rear axle, the torque splitter uses one electronically controlled multiple disc clutch each on the respective drive shaft. During dynamic driving, the torque splitter increases the drive torque to the outer rear wheel with the higher wheel load, which significantly reduces the tendency to understeer. In left-hand curves, it transmits the torque to the right rear wheel, in right-hand curves to the left rear wheel, and when driving straight ahead to both wheels. This results in optimal stability and maximum agility – especially when cornering at high speeds. When driving on closed roads, the torque splitter enables controlled drifts by applying all of the engine power to just one of the rear wheels – up to a maximum of 1,750 newton meters of torque. The exact distribution of drive torque always depends on the mode selected in Audi drive select and the respective driving situation.
Each of the two multiple disc clutches has its own control unit, which use the electronic stabilization control’s wheel speed sensors to measure the wheel speeds. Other influencing factors include longitudinal and lateral acceleration, the steering angle, the position of the gas pedal, the selected gear, and the yaw angle, i.e. the rotational movement around the vertical axis. In addition, the torque splitter is connected to the modular vehicle dynamics controller as a higher-level entity.
Why does the torque splitter improve driving performance? Due to the difference in propulsive forces, the car turns into the curve even better and follows the steering angle more precisely. This results in less understeer, earlier and faster acceleration when exiting corners, and particularly precise and agile handling – for added safety in everyday use and faster lap times on the racetrack. The torque splitter also compensates for oversteer by directing the torque to the wheel on the inside of the curve or, if necessary, to both wheels.
Speaking of acceleration – what’s new about the engine and transmission? The five-cylinder in the Audi RS 3 is more powerful and delivers higher torque. Instead of 480 newton meters, a maximum of 500 newton meters is now available – across a wide rev range from 2,250 to 5,600 rpm. A new engine control unit also increases the speed and intensity at which all of the drive components communicate with each other. As a result, the RS 3 responds even faster, especially in the low rev ranges. The maximum power of 294 kW (400 PS) is now available in the range from 5,600 to 7,000 rpm and thus earlier and longer than in the previous model. As a result, the compact sports car sprints from zero to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, 0.3 seconds faster than before. The Sedan and Sportback reach their top speed at 250 km/h, although 280 km/h is also available as an option. In fact, with the RS Dynamic package and ceramic brakes, they can even reach a top speed of 290 km/h. This makes the RS 3 the best in its class in terms of acceleration and top speed. A 7-speed dual-clutch transmission puts the power of the five-cylinder engine to the pavement – with a right-angle drive with a more robust design that takes account of the increased torque and the sportier gear ratio spread. The intelligent interaction of all the drive components, including Launch Control, enables the RS 3 to shift gears extremely quickly, resulting in lightning-fast starts and heart-pounding acceleration.
What role does the modular vehicle dynamics controller play? Following its use in the A3 and S3, the modular vehicle dynamics controller (mVDC) now also ensures that the chassis systems interact more precisely and more quickly in the RS 3. To do so, this central system captures data from all the components relevant to lateral dynamics. The mVDC synchronizes the torque splitter’s two control units, the adaptive dampers, and the wheel-selective torque control for high-precision steering and handling. All in all, it increases the agility of the entire vehicle, especially on dynamic stretches of road.
What effect does Audi drive select have on driving performance? The driving dynamics system Audi drive select in the new RS 3 offers seven modes: comfort, auto, dynamic, efficiency, as well as RS Individual, RS Performance und RS Torque Rear. Depending on the selected mode, the characteristics of important powertrain and chassis components change from an emphasis on comfort to highly dynamic to even optimized for the racetrack. In addition to the torque splitter, Audi drive select also has an effect on the engine and transmission characteristics, steering assistance, adaptive dampers, and exhaust flaps. Different characteristic curves for each of the aforementioned systems create a broad range of driving experiences.
In RS Individual mode, each system can be configured separately within its predefined characteristic curves. In Dynamic mode, all of the components are configured for a sporty ride. The driver feels this in a more direct steering response and particularly agile handling for dynamic driving with a clearly perceptible engine sound. The gearshifts of the S tronic are shorter, acceleration even sportier. The ultimate in driving dynamics can be experienced in Dynamic mode and in the new RS 3‑specific RS Torque Rear mode.
How is the torque splitter integrated into the driving dynamics system? Audi drive select modifies the characteristics of the torque splitter and thus the car’s handling depending on the selected mode. Five characteristic curves – Comfort/Efficiency, Auto, Dynamic, RS Performance, and RS Torque Rear – are saved in the system. In this context, engine power is distributed to all four wheels in the Comfort/Efficiency modes, with priority given to the front axle. In Auto mode, torque distribution is balanced, which means that the RS 3 neither understeers nor oversteers. Dynamic mode, on the other hand, tends to transmit as much drive torque as possible to the rear axle – for maximum agility and increased dynamics. This is taken to perfection in RS Torque Rear mode, which allows drivers to perform controlled drifts on closed roads. The highly rear-heavy distribution of the engine power leads to oversteering behaviour, with up to 100 percent of the drive torque directed to the rear ending up at the wheel on the outside of the curve. In addition, Audi has adjusted the engine and transmission characteristics. This specific setup is also used by RS Performance Mode, which is designed for the racetrack. It is specially tuned to the Pirelli P Zero “Trofeo R” performance semi-slick tires, which are optionally available factory-mounted for the first time. In this mode, the torque splitter delivers a particularly dynamic, sporty ride along the longitudinal axis with as little understeer and oversteer as possible. This results in fast acceleration out of corners and thus better lap times.
Electronic stabilization control – activated, Sport, or switched off? The electronic stabilization control (ESC) in the RS 3 has been specifically tailored to the torque splitter, suspension, tires, and the new RS driving modes. It operates even faster and more precisely than in the previous model. The ESC can be set to a Sport mode, and the RS Performance driving mode is set to ESC Sport at the factory. For particularly sporty driving – on closed routes, for example – the ESC can also be switched off completely by holding down the button in the center console for longer than three seconds.
Greater precision, greater stability – how are the shock absorbers configured? The standard RS sports suspension features newly developed shock absorbers and a valve system both specific to the RS 3. The valves ensure that the shock absorbers exhibit a particularly sensitive response as part of the rebound and compression characteristics. This allows the suspension to respond to the respective driving situation even faster and more effectively.
The RS sport suspension plus with adaptive damper control is available as an option. It continuously and individually adjusts each shock absorber to the road conditions, the driving situation, and the mode selected in Audi drive select. The three characteristic curves comfortable, balanced, and sporty provide a clearly perceptible spread of the shock absorber characteristics. The ideal damping force is calculated within milliseconds – low for hard bumps, high to support the vehicle body during rapid cornering or braking. To do this, sensors measure the vertical acceleration of the body and the movement of the individual wheels relative to it. This results in increased dynamics and excellent driving stability with even greater comfort compared to the RS sports suspension. In RS Individual mode, the shock absorbers can be configured according to individual requirements and the road conditions within the three characteristic curves. In RS Performance Mode, there is a specific comfort setting for the shock absorbers that minimizes vertical excitation and provides optimum support for smooth lateral dynamics – particularly suitable for racetracks with uneven surfaces, such as the world-famous Nordschleife.
What other components contribute to increased driving dynamics? The setup of the springs and shock absorbers is markedly stiff, and the body is ten millimeters lower than on the Audi S3 and 25 millimeters lower than on the A3. This lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity further towards the road. Installed up front is a McPherson strut suspension with RS 3-specific pivot bearings, stiffened lower wishbones, subframes, and stabilizers. To increase cornering force, i.e. to provide more grip in corners and more dynamic cornering, the Audi RS 3 has just under one degree of additional negative camber compared to the A3. This increased tilt towards the road surface, i.e. the greater angle between the wheel plane and the vertical, also results in a more precise steering response. The rear axle features a four-link design with separate spring/shock absorber arrangement, subframe, and tubular stabilizer bar adapted to the torque splitter. Reinforced wheel carriers increase lateral dynamics as well as response to steering inputs and as such, vehicle agility.
The RS-specific progressive steering varies the gear ratio depending on the steering angle – as the steering angle increases, the gear ratio becomes smaller and steering more direct. It also assists based on speed and can be varied via Audi drive select within the three characteristic curves comfortable, balanced, and sporty. In this way, the torque splitter and the rest of the vehicle’s innovative components perfectly put the new Audi RS 3’s dynamic power to the pavement in every driving situation.
Ducati Performance accessories are designed specifically to customize the Borgo Panigale super sports bike and enhance its racing performance and look
The stock Panigale V4 S with Ducati Performance accessories is a bike ready to race and win
The “configurator” section is available on the Ducati.com website which allows Ducatisti to make the bike unique by choosing their favourite accessories.
The Panigale V4 S is the bike that embodies all the essence of Ducati sportiness.
In the 2021 version, the Borgo Panigale super sports bike is even easier to ride and is designed to help the rider achieve top performance on the circuit, resulting in an improvement in lap times both for the professional and for the amateur.
The Panigale V4 2021 is equipped with two Race Riding Modes, A and B, which can be customized by the user and is the only bike in the world equipped with ABS Cornering “Only Front” developed specifically for maximum performance on the track, as well as the lowest levels of electronics settings (DTC, DSC and DWC).
To make the Panigale V4 S even more unique and performing on track, Ducati offers its fans a series of accessories from the Ducati Performance catalogue. The accessories contained in the catalogue are designed by the Centro Stile Ducati and produced in collaboration with selected partners, with the aim of ensuring maximum performance and enhancing the typically racing look of the bike.
On 30 May, Barni Racing Team rider Luca Salvadori demonstrated the Panigale V4 S competitiveness, by participating and winning in the 1000 Open category of the second round of the MotoEstate 2021 Trophy, one of the most popular amateur trophies in Italy. On that occasion, the stock Panigale V4 S ridden by Salvadori, equipped with a full racing exhaust, Pirelli slick tyres and a series of accessories contained in the Ducati Performance catalogue, also took pole position, setting the Cremona Circuit lap record.
The accessories mounted on Salvadori’s Panigale V4 S during the race can be purchased from all dealers in the Ducati network. They include the Akrapovič complete titanium exhaust group, developed by Ducati Corse technicians on the basis of the exhaust mounted on the Panigale V4 R used in the Superbike World Championship by Scott Redding and Michael Rinaldi; the Rizoma adjustable aluminium footpegs, which allow riders to find the best possible position for their build and riding style and a racing seat in technical fabric, able to offer comfort and grip to maximize stability while riding. There are also a series of elements made of carbon, such as the front mudguard and swingarm cover, but also the number plate holder removal cover sets and mirror hole covers, ideal for occluding the holes made by the removal of unnecessary elements in track use.
These accessories are the same as the ones equipping the Panigale V4 S that Ducati Corse riders use to train between rounds of the MotoGP and Superbike World Championships.
On the Ducati.com website there is the ‘Configurator’ section, a tool designed by the Borgo Panigale manufacturer to offer all Ducatisti the possibility of customizing their motorcycles, by selecting accessories and special parts, which also include magnesium rims and a dry clutch.
The British Motor Show announces a ‘Mum and Dad’s Cars’ display on the eve of Father’s Day
Ordinary examples of automotive culture to feature among the latest and greatest EVs, supercars and all-time classics.
Takes place on August 19-22, 2021 – the first major automotive event after full lockdown easing
Thousands of advance tickets already sold
More action, more content – and even more cars!
Tickets cost just £18.50, or £37 for a family
For petrolheads all over the world, their very first car memories are associated with the vehicles their parents owned.
So as families across the UK plan their Father’s Day celebrations, what better way for the UK’s brightest, best and most interactive car show to mark the occasion than by announcing a special ‘Mum and Dad’s Cars’ display among its vast array of classic and modern motors.
From Austin Maestros to Vauxhall Cavaliers, we all remember the cars that ferried us to school and back, took us on our first dates or allowed us our first taste of motoring freedom on the day we passed our tests, and as a celebration of all things automotive The British Motor Show wants to commemorate that as much as it wishes to bring the latest and greatest the car industry has to offer in touching distance of the fun-loving public.
“This is the only car show where you’ll find a Nissan Bluebird rubbing shoulders with a brand new McLaren,” said The British Motor Show CEO, Andy Entwistle. “But it’s the cars our mums and dads owned that were the catalyst for most of us developing a love of cars, and The British Motor Show is all about the love of cars.
“Our Mum and Dad’s Cars display will bring a taste of nostalgic automotive ordinariness to an already packed show, where the love of Ferraris and Lamborghinis is just as important as the love of Ford Sierras and Rover 200s, which for many of us is where it all began.”
With the UK government reconfirming ‘Freedom Day’ as July 17th, the British Motor Show – sponsored by Cinch – is all systems go to become the first major motor show of 2021 to go ahead with no Covid-19 restrictions.
And that’s just another reason why the action-packed return of a British Motor Show on the international stage is major news for the automotive industry, as well as promising an fun-filled day out at a truly affordable price for the British public, who are desperate to enjoy summer holiday fun.
It’ll be packed with interactive car-themed experiences, from the latest electric models to some tantalising classics, with a level of live, interactive experiences and celebrity guests never before seen at a previous British Motor Show.
Set to take place at Farnborough International from August 19-22, no other Motor Show has ever delivered such a variety of content, celebrity guests and live action. Tickets are an absolute bargain at an incredible £18.50 a head, with a family ticket including two children costing just £37 making it one of the best value and enjoyable days out for the forthcoming summer holidays.
To find out more about the show, book tickets or keep up with the latest news, visit www.thebritishmotorshow.live
Enjoy a family day out at PETROLHEADONISM LIVE, Knebworth House on Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 September 2021.
PETROLHEADONISM LIVE are delighted to launch its premier event in the park of Knebworth House; this must-see family spectacular will bring some of the world’s most exclusive and desirable cars to this epic weekend to celebrate all things automotive!
On Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September over 1,000 cars will be on display from Supercars to Classics, Americana to the Highly Modified and the ‘Interesting’, at this must-see event for any automotive fan.
Petrolheadonism Live will host a £50m+ Hypercar enclosure in the shadows of Knebworth House. Our event supporter Zach’s Garage will be hosting Hypercars and Supercars as well as extremely valuable vehicles worth in excess of £1m each with some very rare cars joining the display including our Hero Car of the event, the 24Ct Gold Leaf inlayed Koenegsigg Regera.
The Koenigsegg Regera is one of the most expensive and fastest cars in the world! It’s limited production combined with its cutting edge revolutionary technology as well as crushed diamonds and 24ct gold make it one of the most exclusive cars on the road, in the world, today.
In addition, over 50 car clubs are set to attend the event, so enthusiasts will see an incredible array of Classics, Highly Modified, American and Supercars to rival any automotive event.
There will be a programme of events within the Main Arena; the highlight of which will be the ‘Petrolheadonism Elite 2021’ competitors, displaying the most astounding vehicles from 7 varied classes presented by 7 different experts in their class. These cars will parade around a ‘catwalk’ each day creating a moving masterpiece of horsepower.
The event takes place in the beautiful surroundings of Knebworth Park. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and stay all day. Once you have looked at the vast range of cars why not explore some of Knebworth’s other attractions. Perfect for a family day out your ticket to the event also includes free on-site parking and FREE entrance to the adventure playground, the dinosaur trail with 70 life-sized dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures and 28-acre formal gardens including a maze!
Tickets are onsale now and available from £19 for adults and £11.50 for Children at www.knebworthhouse.com Two day admission tickets are also available. The show opens daily at 10.30am and closes at 6pm.
Ford reveals the name and winning specification of the new Puma ST Gold Edition with key design features chosen by enthusiasts via a series of online polls
More than a quarter of a million votes cast on Ford’s Twitter and Instagram channels as fans opt for design including black paint, exterior decals and red brake callipers
Puma ST Gold Edition will be produced in limited numbers with deliveries to commence towards the end of this year
The results are in. Following an innovative experiment in human centred design, Ford today revealed the winning specification of the new Puma ST Gold Edition that will be available to order in limited numbers from later this year.
Ford fans cast almost 275,000 votes in a series of polls on the automaker’s Twitter and Instagram channels over the course of 10 days, choosing the colour combinations of elements including the model’s paint, decals and brake callipers – as well as deciding its name.
As a result, the first-ever Ford Performance model to feature crowd-sourced design will have the following features:
Poll
Winning option
Losing option
Exterior Paint
Black – 56 per cent
Grey
Brake Callipers
Red – 74 per cent
Black
Seatbelt Stitching
Grey – 87 per cent
Black
Exterior Decals
Lines – 74 per cent
Stripes
Exterior Badging
ST Badges – 79 per cent
No badges
Scuff Plates
Puma – 53 per cent
Ford Performance
Pride Plate
ST – 55 per cent
Puma
Name
Puma ST Gold Edition – 59 per cent
Puma ST 24K Edition
The results of each poll were collected from individual markets across Europe in addition to Ford of Europe’s central channels before being collated to reach an overall winner.
“To create something truly special for our loyal performance fans, we’ve moved to a forward-looking approach in co-creating the Puma ST Gold Edition with them. The number of votes cast shows just how enthusiastic our customers are – and that they have excellent taste,” said Amko Leenarts, director, Design, Ford of Europe. “It’s all in the details, and with this special edition, our fans have configured a truly desirable product.”
The Puma ST Gold Edition will be powered by a 200PS 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine for 0-62mph acceleration in 6.7 seconds. Advanced, Sports Technologies include selectable Drive Modes including Sport, Track and Eco, as well as a unique-in-segment limited-slip differential option, patented force vectoring springs and unique suspension and steering specifications for exceptional cornering responses. Deliveries will commence towards the end of this year.
Ford and its Team Fordzilla esports team last year created the Team Fordzilla P1 concept using a similar approach, with collaboration between the company’s designers and the gaming community.
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The declared WLTP fuel/energy consumptions, CO2-emissions and electric range are determined according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EU) 2017/1151 as last amended. The applied standard test procedures enable comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers.
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for and deepen the loyalty of those customers. Ford designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of connected, increasingly electrified passenger and commercial vehicles: Ford trucks, utility vehicles, vans and cars, and Lincoln luxury vehicles. The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 186,000 people worldwide. More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com.
Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 43,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and consolidated joint ventures and approximately 55,000 people when unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 14 manufacturing facilities (10 wholly owned facilities and four unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911.
