Volvo EX30 Cargo turns electric SUV into a VAN

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March 26, 2026

With the removal of the rear seats, the Volvo EX30 Cargo offers a load capacity of 1,000 litres, with a 390kg payload

Business and fleet customers in need of an electric van can now opt for an SUV-shaped chunk of Scandi-cool. Meet the Volvo EX30 Cargo.

Designed to maximise the practicality of the battery-powered SUV, the EX30 Cargo is actually the first commercial vehicle to be sold by the Volvo Car company.

Notably, Volvo Group, responsible for building trucks and buses, has been a separate business since 1999.

The new EX30 Cargo will be available as a ‘second-stage conversion’ in the UK. This means it can be applied to existing vehicles in stock, along with new orders, giving the choice of 2026 or 2027 model-year vehicles.

A variety of electric powertrains can be combined with the van conversion. The off-road-ready EX30 Cross Country is also eligible for the Cargo treatment.

Up to 428hp for Volvo EX30 Cargo

The EX30 Cargo conversion sees the rear seats removed from the compact SUV. A bespoke flat floor is fitted, with an access panel to a lower level.

New side panels help to maximise load-carrying capacity, while a specially designed bulkhead protects front-seat occupants from their cargo.

Total load capacity is up to 1,000 litres, with a payload of 390kg. The EX30’s rear doors remain usable, helping with access to whatever items are being carried. There is also additional lighting in the rear of the vehicle.

The 272hp P5 model will be the first to go on sale. It will be joined by the 150hp P3 version for the 2027 model year. In Extended Range form, the EX30 Cargo P3 can cover 300 miles between charges.

For those who need to make really rapid deliveries, the EX30 Cargo will also be available in P8 guise. This brings all-wheel drive via a dual-motor setup, plus a substantial 428hp output.

An electric van with added luxury

The EX30 Cargo Core comes equipped with adaptive cruise control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, parking sensors and a rear-view camera.

Opting for the EX30 Cargo Plus brings a Harman Kardon sound system, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, along with two-zone climate control and wireless smartphone charging.

Prices for the EX30 Cargo in P5 specification will start from £36,010. Orders can be placed through Volvo’s fleet sales team.

Jack Munford, head of fleet at Volvo Car UK, said: “While we are best known for our passenger vehicles, we recognise that business owners and fleets also want the quality, safety and technology that Volvo is renowned for in a compact commercial vehicle. That is why we created the extremely practical EX30 Cargo.”

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Undercover investigation reveals rip-off garages for car repairs

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March 26, 2026

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A survey of 2,000 drivers in the UK uncovered that some 52 percent either suspect or are unsure about being overcharged for car repairs

UK drivers face being ripped off when it comes to car maintenance, according to a new undercover investigation.

A mystery shopping exercise by automotive diagnostics specialist Carly examined the prices charged by various UK garages for simple repairs.

The nationwide analysis found some garages would charge motorists up to five times the £110 cost of a simple sensor replacement.

These findings support the views expressed in a survey of 2,000 UK motorists. More than half (52 percent) suspected they had been overcharged for car maintenance during the past five years.

Combined with rising fuel prices, it means vehicle repairs could add further to the increased cost of living.

Undercover report exposes high prices

Carly Car Repair Undercover Investigation

Carly’s mystery shopper investigation visited garages across the UK, using a Seat Ibiza with a known oxygen sensor fault. This allowed a direct comparison to see how consistent the prices charged for repairs would be.

Covering 10 different garages, including independents and main dealers, the study found that every site was able to correctly diagnose the fault.

However, many inflated the cost of the replacement part, with one national chain in Leeds quoting £672 instead of the expected £110.

A main dealer in Stoke-on-Trent said they would charge £618 for the new oxygen sensor, with another franchised dealership in Sunderland quoting £328.

Four of the 10 garages also recommended additional work unrelated to the faulty oxygen sensor, including replacement brakes, new spark plugs and air conditioning services. Such add-ons could have added between £400 and £950 to the overall cost.

Plugging a gap in information

These real-world findings add to the distrust felt by drivers, with over half (56 percent) believing garages have the upper hand. Some 45 percent said they felt distrustful of garages and unsure as to whether quotes were fair.

Just over half (51 percent) of drivers queried said they were not confident at diagnosing car faults. Nonetheless, 69 percent would attempt to self-diagnose a problem before visiting a garage.

Commenting on the findings, Emma Brown of Carly said: “What this investigation highlights is a clear information gap between drivers and garages. Many motorists simply don’t have the tools to understand what’s wrong with their car or what a repair should realistically cost before agreeing to work.”

The Carly smartphone application and scanner allows motorists to uncover fault codes recorded on their car by making use of the OBD port. Prices start from £40, allowing drivers to be better informed when seeking repairs from garages.

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How to change the address on your driving licence

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March 26, 2026

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If you have moved house, you need to notify the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). Your latest address will be required for your new UK driving licence, vehicle log book (V5C) and Direct Debit mandate (if applicable).

It will also be relevant if you have a personalised number plate or a trailer registration certificate. Details on how to update these are below.

You don’t need to inform the DVLA if your move is temporary and you can still be contacted at your permanent address. This means, for example, that university students do not have to contact the DVLA if studying away from home during term times.

Change address for a driving licence

You must change your address on either your full or provisional driving licence. This does not cost anything, but is a legal requirement. You can also continue driving while you wait for your new licence.

It’s quicker and easier to change your address online. You will need your driving licence and to be a resident of Great Britain (there is a different process for drivers in Northern Ireland).

You also need to provide the addresses you have lived at over the past three years. And you must not be banned from driving, of course.

Additionally, you will need to supply your driving licence number, National Insurance number and passport number, if you know them.

Click here to access the government website and change your address online. Or click here for information on how to apply by post.

You could be be fined up to £1,000 for failing to update your driving licence, so don’t delay.

Change address for a car log book (V5C)

It’s usually free to update your vehicle log book (V5C) when you change address. The DVLA’s online service is available from 7am to 9pm (or 8pm on Saturday and Sunday).

Again, you could be fined up to £1,000 if you fail to notify a change of address.

Please note the online service cannot be used if:

You have already sent the V5C document to the DVLA
You have sold or transferred the vehicle
You’ve lost the V5C document
The vehicle is registered as part of the DVLA fleet scheme
Your new address is abroad, including the Channel Islands, Isle of Man or Ireland

If you pay for Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) by Direct Debit, you will need to contact the DVLA. This can be done by telephoning 0300 790 6802. The lines are open from 8am until 8pm from Monday to Friday, and from 8am to 4pm on Saturdays.

Change address for a private number plate

You also need to contact the DVLA if you have a personalised registration number that isn’t assigned to a vehicle. There are two relevant documents: the V750 certificate of entitlement and V778 retention document.

The address on the V750 certificate can be changed online using your DVLA personalised registration account. Alternatively, use the ‘change of address’ section and send the form to:

DVLA Personalised Registrations, Swansea, SA99 1DS

You must do the same with the V778 retention document.

Changing a trailer registration certificate

To continue using your trailer abroad, you must register it to your new address. This applies to commercial trailers over 750kg and all trailers over 3,500kg before you can drive through some European countries.

The changes can be made online and the process costs £26 when you register a trailer for the first time.

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Chevrolet offers first look at new 2027 Corvette Grand Sport

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March 24, 2026

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Roger Penske served as Grand Marshall for the 74th Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring IMSA, having won the race in 1964

Chevrolet used the 12 Hours of Sebring endurance race to reveal its latest Corvette Grand Sport.

Having been a part of the Corvette range since the C2 model of 1964, the Grand Sport is an important part of the American sports car’s history.

Few details of the new 2027 C8 Corvette Grand Sport have been confirmed so far. However, the new vehicle surprised fans by hitting the track before the main IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race.

The choice of Sebring to reveal the new Grand Sport was no surprise, it being the scene of a Prototype GT class victory for the C2 Corvette Grand Sport driven by Jim Hall and Roger Penske.

Celebrating the Corvette Grand Sport

2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Sebring

Although Roger Penske is best known today for his eponymous corporation and owning various race teams, he was also an accomplished racing driver.

This year sees Penske celebrate his 60th anniversary of being a motorsport team owner. To mark the occasion, he was chosen as the official Grand Marshall for this 74th running of the 12 Hours of Sebring.

Penske was also reunited with his class-winning 1964 Chevrolet C2 Corvette Grand Sport (pictured in the foreground above).

Developed by Zora Arkus-Duntov himself, the original Grand Sport was intended to head off challenges from the Shelby Cobra. Only five examples were made, all powered by a 377-cubic-inch V-8.

“It’s incredible to think that 62 years ago, Jim Hall and I drove the Corvette Grand Sport to a class victory at the 12 Hours of Sebring,” said Penske.

“I have great memories of driving the Grand Sport, as we were fortunate to earn three wins across five races in the car during the 1963 and 1964 seasons”.

Continuing the Grand Sport legacy

“It is an incredible opportunity to be reunited with the Corvette Grand Sport C2 here at the 12 Hours of Sebring – an event and a track that has always carried special meaning for me and for our race teams over the years,” added Penske.

“Congratulations to Chevrolet on launching the new era of the Grand Sport program. It is truly special to see the C2 and the other generations of the Corvette Grand Sport, including the new C8, here at Sebring.”

The eighth-generation Corvette Grand Sport continues the theme of matching dark blue paintwork with white body stripes, along with the now-trademark red hash marks. With the C8 Corvette being mid-engined, the latter have moved to the rear fender.

Featuring a wide-body design as used on the Z06 and E-Ray models, the Grand Sport will feature a new-generation V-8 engine. Full details will be confirmed by Chevrolet later this week.

A 1-2 finish for the Porsche Penske Motorsport team ensured ‘The Captain’ had plenty to celebrate at Sebring, too.

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Rolls-Royce to launch ultra-exclusive Coachbuild Collection cars

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Rolls-Royce to launch ultra-exclusive Coachbuild Collection cars – and the first will be an EV

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John Redfern

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March 24, 2026

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Rolls-Royce already has an extensive history of building bespoke cars, such as the Droptail cabriolet announced in 2023

Rolls-Royce has announced an ultra-bespoke Coachbuild Collection, with the first car in the series due to be revealed next month.

Described as a ‘new proposition in super-luxury’, the Coachbuild Collection will consist of very limited-edition cars in exclusive body styles.

Those invited to buy a Coachbuild Collection car also gain access to a multi-year programme of events, which are tailored to each special vehicle.

The design and engineering of each Coachbuild Collection Rolls-Royce, along with the number to be made, will differ for each car.

Rolls-Royce will launch the Coachbuild Collection using its EV platform, following the success of the electric Spectre coupe.

A history of bespoke builds

Coachbuilding has been part of the Rolls-Royce story since the marque was first founded. In its early years, a completed chassis would be delivered to a coachbuilder to create bespoke bodywork according to the customer’s demands.

Founders Charles Rolls and Henry Royce had just one rule: that the proportions surrounding the radiator grille remained the same, to ensure each car could still be identified as a Rolls-Royce.

This tradition has continued into the modern era, with unique cars such as the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail convertible (pictured above), which was unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2022.

Cars such as the Boat Tail were built for individual clients, with those who commissioned them entrusting the design process entirely to Rolls-Royce, instead of dictating the style.

The Coachbuild Collection will continue this approach, with participants giving Rolls-Royce the freedom to create limited-run vehicles.

A truly exclusive experience

Each Coachbuild Collection car will be fully homologated and road-legal. Rolls-Royce emphasises that they are designed to be driven.

Only the company’s best customers will be offered a Coachbuild Collection allocation, with invitations coming via the Rolls-Royce ‘Private Office’ network in Dubai, Seoul, Shanghai and New York, plus the Goodwood headquarters in West Sussex.

Those participating in the first Coachbuild Collection will gain exclusive access to see their new car being created.

This includes travelling to private test facilities to see the car being evaluated, along with visiting the design studios and workshops responsible for building it.

The ultimate expression of Rolls-Royce

The decision to make the first Coachbuild Collection car fully electric was apparently driven by enthusiasm from Rolls-Royce owners.

Many of those interested in being part of the Coachbuild Collection already own a Spectre, having been early adopters of the first Rolls-Royce EV. When surveyed, there was reportedly no contest for the choice of powertrain.

Chris Brownridge, chief executive of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented: “Coachbuild Collection clients seek to experience at the absolute pinnacle of our craft. What we will reveal in April is an extraordinary expression of contemporary Rolls-Royce coachbuilding, extravagant and yet silent.”

The first Coachbuild Collection car will be officially unveiled next month. Come back to Motoring Research for an in-depth preview.

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Every type of UK pedestrian crossing explained

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March 24, 2026

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You might be surprised to learn there are seven types of pedestrian crossings in the UK.

These include the relatively new tiger crossing for both pedestrians and cyclists – officially known as a parallel crossing.

All these different types of UK pedestrian crossing can be confusing. Indeed, research has revealed that 81 percent of drivers don’t know how to use a zebra crossing. And a quarter don’t know who is permitted to use a toucan crossing.

So, in this short guide, we explain the differences between zebra, pelican, puffin, toucan, pegasus, officer-controlled and tiger crossings. No jaywalking, please.

The seven types of pedestrian crossing in the UK

Zebra crossings
Pelican crossings
Puffin crossings
Toucan crossings
Pegasus crossings
Authorised person crossings
Tiger crossings

Zebra crossings

This is the most common form of pedestrian crossing on British roads. Zebra crossings have flashing beacons on the pavement, black and white stripes on the road and zigzag lines on either side of them. These lines prohibit drivers from parking their cars on either side of the crossing.

Traffic does not have to stop until someone has moved onto the crossing. When there is an island in the middle of a zebra crossing, pedestrians must wait on the island before crossing the second half of the road. It is counted as a second pedestrian crossing.

Pelican crossings

These are signal-controlled crossings operated by pedestrians. Pushing the button will activate the traffic signals, but pedestrians should not cross when the red figure is illuminated. When a steady ‘green man’ shows, drivers will be shown a red light telling them to stop. If the green figure begins to flash, pedestrians should not start to cross.

Drivers must not move until the pelican crossing is free of pedestrians. A survey by Uswitch found that 71 percent of people believe pelican crossings can be used by cyclists. This isn’t the case – only pedestrians are permitted to use a pelican crossing.

Puffin crossings

Puffin crossings differ from pelican crossings as the red and green figures are above the control box on the side of the road. There is no flashing green figure phase. Simply press the button and wait for the green figure to show.

Essentially, these are smarter versions of the older pelican crossings. They use sensors to indicate when the crossing is clear to release the traffic. Only one in three people who took part in the Uswitch survey were able to identify a puffin crossing.

Toucan crossings

Toucan crossings work in the same way as pelican crossings, with the key difference being that they can be used by pedestrians and cyclists. They are push-button operated.

Car drivers will see a red light to indicate they must stop. At the same time, pedestrians and cyclists are shown a green light to cross the road.

Pegasus crossings

Pegasus crossings, also known as equestrian crossings, are for horse riders. They feature pavement barriers, wide crossing spaces, plus horse and rider figures in the light panels.

The button to activate the lights is positioned higher for ease of use by the horse riders. Traffic is controlled via standard traffic lights.

Authorised person crossings

These are crossings controlled by an authorised person, such as a school warden (traditionally a ‘lollipop lady’) or police officer. They will signal the traffic to stop, at which point the pedestrians can cross in front of the authorised person.

Tiger crossings

Tiger crossings, officially called parallel crossings, combine a pedestrian zebra crossing with a crossing for cyclists. They are often known as tiger crossings because early examples featured yellow stripes on black tarmac.

The UK’s first tiger crossing was installed in London, but the concept is common in the Netherlands. Unlike toucan crossings, they feature dedicated lanes for pedestrians and cyclists. This makes them ideal for use on cycle lanes.

In all cases, pedestrians and cyclists must check that the traffic has stopped before they start to cross the road. Always cross between the studs or over the zebra markings, and do not loiter on a pedestrian crossing.

Click here to read the official crossings guidance in the Highway Code.

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Long-range Nissan Micra now gets full £3,750 Electric Car Grant

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Richard Aucock

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March 23, 2026

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A new Nissan Micra with the choice long-range 52kWh battery now costs from £23,345, thanks to qualifying for the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant (ECG).

Previously in receipt of a £1,500 grant, the larger electric car discount comes courtesy of a new battery for the long-range Micra that is now sourced from Europe.

Notably, this means the 52kWh Nissan Micra Advance now costs £250 less than the 40kWh battery alternative. That’s because the shorter-range model still uses a battery sourced from China, so only receives a £1,500 ECG discount.

Up to 257 miles of range

The 52kWh Nissan Micra is available in Advance or range-topping Evolve specifications, with the latter now costing £26,115.

A Nissan Micra with the 52kWh battery offers a range of up to 257 miles: a useful improvement on the 196-mile range of the standard vehicle.

The Nissan Micra’s closely related sister car, the Renault 5, is already eligible for the top-tier £3,750 ECG. So too is the larger and more practical Renault 4, which is a finalist for AUTOBEST Conquest 2026.

ECG saving matches Nissan Leaf

Nissan GB managing director James Taylor said the battery update resulted from using a new supplier.

“It means that both of our new model launches so far this year – Micra and Leaf – are available with the maximum EV grant discount.”

The new British-built Nissan Leaf gained full ECG status in November 2025 – and was recently announced as a top three finalist for World Car of the Year 2026.

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IndyCar reveals circuit layout for Freedom 250 in Washington D.C.

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John Redfern

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March 23, 2026

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The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. is intended to take place on Sunday, August 23 2026

The NTT IndyCar Series has revealed its circuit layout for the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.

Announced last month, the Freedom 250 will form part of planned celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence.

An executive order from President Donald Trump formalized the new event. The document also directed the Secretary of the Interior and Secretary of Transportation to work with Mayor Muriel Bowser to create the race.

Taking place over the weekend of 21-23 August 2026, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. will be the first official motor race to include the National Mall.

Taking in Washington, D.C. landmarks

The Grand Prix will feature a 1.66-mile circuit with seven turns, plus a 0.4-mile straightaway along Pennsylvania Avenue. Free to attend, the Freedom 250 route has been designed to show off the city’s most famous landmarks.

Turns two and three will see the cars pass by the National Archives Building on 9th Street, before a short section covering Constitution Avenue.

The track also takes in the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden before the IndyCar drivers round turn five, passing the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum on Independence Avenue.

A backdrop of the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol is incorporated into the race. Roads around the National Mall will remain accessible throughout the majority of the course creation.

“Racing through the heart of American history”

“This circuit is unlike any other street race we’ve seen,” said two‑time NTT IndyCar Series champion, and winner of the recent Good Ranchers 250, Josef Newgarden.

“You’ve got a high‑speed section down Pennsylvania Avenue that will reward commitment and precision, mixed with technical corners around 9th Street that will demand respect.

“Racing through the heart of American history, with those amazing landmarks lining the course, is going to be incredibly powerful. I can’t wait to be back here to race and celebrate America’s birthday at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.”

This weekend will see the first running of another new IndyCar street course, with the inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington in Texas.

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After success in the US, Bring a Trailer auctions have arrived here

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John Redfern

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March 23, 2026

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Founded in San Francisco in 2007, Bring a Trailer saw collector car sales of more than $1.7 billion during 2025

The world’s largest online auction platform, Bring a Trailer, has officially launched in the UK using a network of local partners.

Established in 2007, Bring a Trailer (BaT) has grown from a personal blog by company co-founder Randy Nonnenberg into the leading online marketplace for collectable cars.

As we discovered with our exclusive insight into the company, Nonnenberg began by using his blog to highlight interesting cars for sale. The site’s popularity led to Bring a Trailer becoming an auction platform in its own right during 2010 – then growing rapidly over the past 16 years.

Last year, BaT generated more than $1.7 billion (approx. £1.28 billion) in sales, with 49,486 auctions concluded. The vehicles sold ranged from affordable classics to high-end hypercars.

Having previously facilitated sales of cars in the UK, BaT now believes the time is right to fully embrace the British collector car market.

Local support for auction sellers

What has made BaT different from other online collector car platforms is a focus on ‘curating’ the vehicles listed for auction.

BaT selects which cars should be featured, and helps sellers to create accurate and informative auction listings. It also offers the option of professional photography.

This will continue for the UK market, starting with Bicester Motion-based Sports Purpose. Known as a leading Porsche specialist, the company will be one of the first local partners to offer the UK BaT service, including professional inspections, photography and listing support.

James Turner, founder of Sports Purpose, noted: “We have long been fans of Bring a Trailer’s no-nonsense approach and laudable transparency – and we have successfully listed cars there too. BaT’s unique blend of car sales and knowledgeable consumer comment works so well to build buyer confidence.”

Chase Classics in Dorset has also been added to the list of local partners, with more to be announced later this year.

A genuine automotive community

What arguably makes BaT different to other auction platforms is the sense of community among buyers and sellers.

More than 1.65 million members now make use of BaT, and are able to ask questions directly to sellers through their listings.

As Randy Nonnenberg explains, this will continue to form a key part of the BaT experience. “The UK has a passionate, knowledgeable collector car community and an extraordinary depth of automotive heritage,” he said. “We’ve watched closely as British sellers and buyers have organically found their way onto BaT, compelled by the variety, vibrant discussion and market-setting results.

“We have worked to optimise the BaT experience for UK users based on their feedback, and we are very excited to offer our uniquely transparent and effective auction model to UK buyers and sellers, whether they want to self-serve or engage local partner support.”

List for free to celebrate UK launch

BaT has been updated to offer an optimum service for UK enthusiasts, including currency conversions for British and European buyers.

Auctions on BaT run for seven days, and any bids placed in the final two minutes see the clock reset to ensure a fair finish.

UK listings will cost from £79, with a ‘BaT Plus’ option including on-demand photography priced at £239.

Buyers will pay fees of five percent on the final sale price, capped at a maximum of £5,000 – a figure lower than most other auction houses.

For a limited time to celebrate the UK launch, however, seller fees will be fully waived, with BaT Plus photography reduced to £129.

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The best motoring events for car enthusiasts in 2026

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Motoring Research team

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March 23, 2026

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Festival of the Unexceptional by Matthew Pitts

2026 is shaping up to be a classic year for car enthusiasts, with a huge number of motoring events to attend.

We’ve researched some of the UK’s biggest and best car shows and motorsport events, making sure we include something for everyone.

Dive in to see what the year has in store – and be sure to let us know below if you’re planning to attend any… perhaps see you there?

2026 MOTORING EVENTS

March 2026

28 March: AUTOBEST Conquest Live Show

This is something all-new for 2026. AUTOBEST, the largest independent automotive awards jury in Europe, is holding its first live AUTOBEST Conquest event on 28 March – where the 2026 winner will be revealed. You can vote now from the six finalists… Motoring Research director and UK juror Richard Aucock has already cast his vote. Tune in on the night to find out which of the six will be crowned AUTOBEST Best Buy Car of Europe 2026.

Here’s a rundown of what else is in store for 2026: stay tuned for more news (and some special offers) in the coming weeks as excitement builds for the 2026 motoring events calendar…

April 2026

11 April: Food & Fuel, Bicester Motion

12 April: GTI Spring Festival, Santa Pod

16-18 April: Salon Privé London

18 April: Rustival, British Motor Museum

26 April: DRIVE IT DAY 2026

26 April: Sunday Scramble, Bicester Motion

A gathering of people around vintage cars in front of brick buildings surrounded by trees, featuring a prominent red car in the foreground.

This April event will celebrate the vee engine, with displays of both road and race cars, while Hangar 113 will mark a century of the Bicester Technical Site. A pioneering aircraft will be flanked by period cars.

26 April: Ultimate BMW Meet, British Motor Museum

May 2026

1-3 May: Donington Historic Festival

2 May: Auto Italia Italian Car Day at Brooklands

2-3 May: Gaydon Land Rover Show, British Motor Museum

9 May: Prescott Italia at Prescott Hillclimb

12 May: Jap Show, Santa Pod

14-17 May: Nurburgring 24 Hours

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20-21 May: Concours on Savile Row

June 2026

6-7 June: Best of British, Shelsley Walsh

9-11 June: London Concours

10-14 June: Le Mans 24 Hours

20-21 June: Icons of Porsche, Sunstede Silverstone Edition

A festival dedicated to Porsche, to mark 75 years of the brand in the UK. It will be hosted at the Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone and will include demonstrations of Porsche race and road cars on the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit. Tickets will be available from April with more details here.

27-28 June: Heveningham Concours, Suffolk

28 June: Ford Nationals, British Motor Museum

July 2026

3-5 July: British Grand Prix

5 July: National Metro & Mini Show, British Motor Museum

8 July: RAC Club Concours, Woodcote Park

10-12 July: Summer Nationals, Santa Pod

9-12 July: Goodwood Festival of Speed

18-19 July: Classic Nostalgia at Shelsley Walsh

25 July: Festival of the Unexceptional

25-26 July: Silverstone Classic

August 2026

3 August: Megaphonics 25, Boxengasse Bicester

8 August: Pistonheads Annual Service, Bicester Motion

23 August: Italian Car Day at Carlton Towers

September 2026

2-6 September: Salon Privé

4-6 September: Concours of Elegance, Hampton Court Palace

6 September: John Haynes Classic Motor Show, Haynes Motor Museum

12-13 September: Beaulieu Autojumble

18-20 September: Goodwood Revival

October 2026

4 October: Sunday Scramble, Bicester Motion

11 October: Motorsports Day at Brooklands

November 2026

1 November: London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

13-15 November: Classic Motor Show

The 2026 events that have already happened

Look back at the 2026 events calendar so far… which of the below events will be on your radar for 2027?

20-22 February: Race Retro

For many enthusiasts, Race Retro marks the start of the annual events calendar. This year, there’s live action from 120 rally cars, historic race exhibits, celebrity motorsport talks and more. There’s also a flagship auction on Saturday 21st February, with cars once owned by Richard Hammond, Richard Hamilton and even King Charles II!

20-22 March: Classic Car & Restoration Show

Rustic gems, resto projects and pristine classics is the promise of the NEC Classic Car & Restoration Show. Over 1,300 classics are expected, from 160 car clubs, and more than 230 cars will be on sale, too. Meet star experts including Derek Mathewson, Mike Brewer, Paul Cowland, Sheldon Nichols, Steph Holloway and more.

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Plugging a gap in information

Table of contents

Change address for a driving licence

Change address for a car log book (V5C)

Change address for a private number plate

Changing a trailer registration certificate

Celebrating the Corvette Grand Sport

Continuing the Grand Sport legacy

A history of bespoke builds

A truly exclusive experience

The ultimate expression of Rolls-Royce

The seven types of pedestrian crossing in the UK

Zebra crossings

Pelican crossings

Puffin crossings

Toucan crossings

Pegasus crossings

Authorised person crossings

Tiger crossings

Up to 257 miles of range

ECG saving matches Nissan Leaf

Taking in Washington, D.C. landmarks

“Racing through the heart of American history”

Local support for auction sellers

A genuine automotive community

List for free to celebrate UK launch

2026 MOTORING EVENTS

March 2026

April 2026

May 2026

June 2026

July 2026

August 2026

September 2026

October 2026

November 2026

The 2026 events that have already happened