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Jimmy McRae turns back the clock 40 years
October 12, 2016
This month’s Dayinsure Wales Rally GB (27-30 October) will mark a very special milestone in the career of British rallying legend Jimmy McRae. It is 40 years since the ever-enthusiastic Scot first appeared on Britain’s round of the FIA World Rally Championship and, to celebrate that anniversary, he’s contesting the WRGB National Rally back … Continue reading “Jimmy McRae turns back the clock 40 years”
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Rolls-Royce releases Vision Next 100
October 12, 2016
It's an exciting day here in the Petrol News office, as one of the world's top luxury car manufacturers has announced the release of a groundbreaking model that has us all enthralled. The new Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 has received its North American and global debut this week, with the model (codenamed the 103EX) making … Continue reading “Rolls-Royce releases Vision Next 100”
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Triple honours for McLaren at Laguna Seca
October 11, 2016
McLaren claimed a stunning triple crown at the final Pirelli World Championship meet of the season at Laguna Seca last weekend. Held at the iconic North American circuit, the team secured the 2016 Driver Championship with McLaren Factory driver Alvaro Parente in his debut season, as well as wrapping up the Manufacturer Championship, while customer … Continue reading “Triple honours for McLaren at Laguna Seca”
READ MOREBad start in Japan piles pressure on Hamilton
October 10, 2016
Lewis Hamilton's season took another turn for the worse on Sunday, when his poor start in the Japanese Grand Prix saw the reigning Formula 1 world champion drop down to eighth, before recovering to finish third. His teammate, Nico Rosberg, on the other hand, was imperious from the get-go and streaked away from the chasing pack … Continue reading “Bad start in Japan piles pressure on Hamilton”
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Bentley trials concierge fuel service
October 05, 2016
Bentley is today announcing a collaborative trial with an innovative American technology start-up, Filld – a mobile app-based fuel-delivery service. This new collaboration is part of the luxury British brand’s on-going Connected Car strategy. The convenient app-based ‘Filld for Bentley’ service will initially be available to customers in California, affording owners the ultimate time-saving luxury … Continue reading “Bentley trials concierge fuel service”
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Shedden ‘red hot’ to secure back-to-back BTCC crown
October 03, 2016
Gordon Shedden joined an elite group of driving legends this weekend, as he became the first driver in eight years to secure back-to-back titles in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). It was two glorious days on Saturday and Sunday for the Edinburgh-born racer, when he rallied from seventh on the grid in … Continue reading “Shedden ‘red hot’ to secure back-to-back BTCC crown”
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Pit fires and praise for Hamilton
September 30, 2016
We said it'd be hot in Malaysia, but we didn't expect it to be quite this hot! Kevin Magnussen proved us correct during second practice for this weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix, when he drove his Renault into the pits and the fuel tank promptly set ablaze. Quickly jumping out of the car to avoid the … Continue reading “Pit fires and praise for Hamilton”
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Maserati brings new models to Paris
September 30, 2016
The Paris Motor Show is now taking place and one of the standout features of this year's international automotive showcase is the launch of two new models by acclaimed sportscar manufacturer Maserati. Everyone here in the Petrol News office is pleased as punch to see the new models on show, with the marque bringing its … Continue reading “Maserati brings new models to Paris”
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