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  • Václav Laurin (64), the Czech engineer, entrepreneur and industrialist who co-founded automobile manufacturer Laurin & Klement that later became today’s Škoda Auto, died

    Václav Laurin (64), the Czech engineer, entrepreneur and industrialist who co-founded automobile manufacturer Laurin & Klement that later became today’s Škoda Auto, died

    Wednesday 13th August 1930 Václav Laurin (64), the Czech engineer, entrepreneur and industrialist who co-founded automobile manufacturer Laurin & Klement that later became today’s Škoda Auto, died.

    August 13, 1930
  • Marques

    Find out more about the history of your favourite marques Abarth Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bugatti Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Citroen Dacia Ferrari Fiat Ford Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Kia Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lotus Maserati Mazda Mclaren Mercedes-Benz MG Mini Mitsubishi Morgan Nissan Noble Pagani Peugeot Porsche Radical Renault Rolls-Royce…

    July 27, 2022
  • Launch Years

    Launch Years

    Car launches from 1890 to present day 1890 Peugeot Type 2 1897 Brown quadricycle Fiat 4 HP Peugeot Type 14 Peugeot Type 14 Peugeot Type 15 Peugeot Type 15 Peugeot Type 27 Peugeot Type 28 Präsident 1900 Adami (car) Fiat 6 HP NW Elektromobil NW Rennzweier Peugeot Type 30 Skene (automobile) 1901 Fiat 10 HP…

    July 20, 2022
  • How to find the most economical car as petrol prices soar

    As petrol prices continue to soar, more and more people are looking for economical cars that will save them money at the pump. This blog post will discuss some of the most economical vehicles on the market and provide tips on finding the best deal. We will also break down the different economical cars available…

    February 19, 2022
  • How maintain your car when not in use

    Letting your car sit idle for months can cause damage and those lucky enough to have multiple cars, or cars they only use on special occasions will face problems. Today we will cover some of the problems you can face when you have to leave a car sit idle, the best ways around these problems.…

    May 17, 2021
  • 12-18 April Motoring Milestones

    Discover the most momentous motoring events that took place this week in history ……. 130 years ago this week, Joseph Day applied for a British patent for his of the valveless two-stroke engine [14 April 1891]. On the original design there were two flap valves – one in the inlet port, where you would probably…

    April 11, 2021
  • 22-28 March: Motoring Milestones

    Discover the momentous mooring events that took place this week in history ……… 160 years ago this week, the appositely named George Francis Train began operating his trams along the Bayswater Road in London, from Notting Hill to Marble Arch [23 March 1861].The tram proved a commercial success, because of the smooth and even rails…

    March 21, 2021
  • Factors That Contribute to a Car’s Drastic Price Point

       Being able to buy a car is an achievement. Not everyone has the means to pay for it. Aside from the value of the car, you also have to think about the maintenance, insurance, registration and licensing, and other important expenses. That is why for some, owning a car is considered as an investment.…

    September 4, 2020
  • 31 August – 6 September Motoring Milestones

    Discover the momentous motoring events that took place this week in history …….. 120 years ago this week, the town of Flint, Michigan, began its central role in automotive history, when Charles Wisner introduced the first car built in Flint [3 September 1900]. Designed by Wisner, the car was a home-built prototype that appeared in…

    August 30, 2020
  • 10-16 August: Motoring Milestones

    Discover the most momentous motoring events that took place this week in motoring history ….. 100 years ago this week, British manufacturer Sunbeam merged with the French company Automobiles Darracq [13 August 1920]. Alfa Romeo and Opel both started out in the car industry by building Darracqs under licence, and in 1919 Darracq had bought…

    August 9, 2020
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    Mobile homes offer a great way to reduce costs and still take advantage of modern amenities, making it a cost-cutting alternative to traditional houses. Yet, while living in one can be more budget-friendly than traditional ones, making sure it lasts requires special care, from basic maintenance steps that prevent quick deterioration to potential weather risks.…

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    The rising traffic in Birmingham is an alarming situation. It is high time that you might need a car accident lawyer to support you in getting insurance and other facilities after scrutinizing the situation in all brevity. Car accidents are becoming common, especially with the increasing private car ownership rate. A car accident lawyer will…

    August 25, 2023
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    August 21, 2023

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