Bespoke Brickwork with Lukas RS Design
Kiran Parmar, our resident model expert explains just what it takes to make a scale model car from scratch: At Free Car Mag we love Lego! In issue 110, we built the fantastic Lego Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 and later added lights made by ‘Game of Bricks’. In issue...
Bangerfest is happening
Imagine car an event where you just turned up to somewhere local. Didn’t have to pay a penny, just had a chat with like minded owners and got the chance to look at everyday, working motors without some ironic agenda. There wouldn’t even be any intrusive corporate...
The ULEZ Files by Shahzad Sheikh
“The ULEZ Files” is a compelling all-action political thriller, set against the backdrop of London's expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and the escalating 'War on Motorists'. This exciting new novel is poised to capture the imagination of readers while touching...
2023 Car Market & Predictions for 2024
As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the new year, it's time to take stock of the ever-evolving automotive landscape. The car market, encompassing both new and used vehicles, has seen its fair share of twists and turns over the past year. Shahzad Sheik tells us what...
90 Years of Nissan
The world’s first mass-market electric vehicle has secured its place among some of the world’s greatest transport innovations according to a survey conducted by Nissan to mark its 90th birthday this week. Since the company was founded, on 26th December 1933, Nissan...
The Unofficial F1 Quiz 1950 to 2023
New for 2023, The Unofficial F1 Quiz 1950 to 2023 contains 300 questions, split across three levels of difficulty, which will really test your knowledge of Formula One motor racing from its inception in 1950 right up to the end of the 2023 season. If you think you...
Top Gear has a Future – Spin Cycle
Matthew Corrigan has an exclusive for us and it's called Spin Cycle With the Top Gear programme placed into indefinite hiatus*, it’s time to announce plans for its replacement. Following a period of reflection and interaction with numerous internal focus groups, the...
101 Cars in My Life by Robert Ramage
This is a jolly good idea...the perfect gift for Christmas especially if like Robert Ramage you love cars and life. This book consists of anecdotes of 101 words each about 101 cars in the author's life, most of which he has owned or driven or been driven in. In...
The War on the Car with Net Zero Watch
Zero Emission Mandate part of ‘war on the car’ Poor will subsidise the rich Net Zero Watch is warning that the new ‘Zero Emission Mandate’ is just the latest in a series of blows that the political establishment has struck at motorists, and says it will not be the...
Maintenance Tips for Electric Cars: Cost-Effective Strategies
As the world embraces sustainable transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) have enjoyed a rapid increase in popularity, offering eco-conscious drivers a range of benefits. However, while EVs remove the need for tiresome oil changes and don’t have as many parts to...
Mazda MX-30 R-EV Review
The Rotary Revolution with a Green Heart - The MX-30 is ground-breaking because it heralds the return of the Rotary Engine, albeit, not quite as Mazda has previously used it. The Japanese company first deployed it in the futuristic 1967 Cosmo luxury coupe, but it...
2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 and M60 xDrive
This is the new BMW 5 Series. We see the arrival of the new G60 generation in electric guise first (there will be petrol hybrid versions to follow). The 5 Series has often received the accolade of ‘best car’, not just the best car in BMW’s line-up, not only the best...
What makes BMWs so popular?
BMW cars have been some of the most popular on UK roads for some time now and if you haven’t had the pleasure of driving one, you may be wondering why that’s the case. From the entry-level 1 Series to used sporty coupes like the BMW 4 Series, there are plenty of...
The Trouble with Cameras
Andy Sherratt is not convinced that all cameras are a good thing. Is he right? “Good” said lots of people in a local Facebook group about the installation of one of the latest type of speed cameras which has been installed in my village. They were clearly happy that...
Why Mileage Matters When Buying a Car
There are many important factors to consider when buying a car. One key aspect that should not be overlooked is miles per gallon (MPG). Obviously, this is important in terms of the automobile's fuel efficiency and running costs, but it is also a holistic indicator of...
Black Eyewear the perfect Gift for Classic Car Drivers
Black Eyewear designer Robert Roope spent 50 years as an optician, serving clients as diverse as Stanley Kubrick before turning his hand to design.Dissatisfied with a lack of simple black frames on the market, Roope looked to design inspiration from his favourite era...
Warranty Guide with Motoreasy
Here is something which you may find useful. In association with MotorEasy, we have produced the most comprehensive guide to new car and extended warranties. Not only that, it is all completely free. It contains details of all 51 manufacturers who are selling cars in...
Skoda Citigo is the most dependable car says MotorEasy
The latest Reliability Index from MotorEasy reveals the Skoda Citigo as the most dependable car Data analysis of warranty claims costs for over 44 manufacturers and 300 models gives motorists greater insight into the financial implications of car ownership The...
When Capris were Cool
Matthew Corrigan tells us how it used to be with Ford in general and Capris in particular. For me, the Capri has always existed. Born before I was, the Ford was a part of my life from the moment I first peered over the side of my pram to marvel at the brightly...
Air-cooled Porsche 911 ice driving in Santa’s back garden
Well, this looks like fun in January. Experience an adrenaline rush like no other and push the limits of rally-prepared air- and water-cooled Porsche 911s across breathtaking landscapes of snow and ice near Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland and the ‘official’ home of...
