Grumpy Drivers’ Club – The TV Series
If, like Free Car Mag, you are rather bemused by most hyperactive motoring programmes and yearn for something more down to earth and funny, and grumpy, then here's the pilot for something we would like to put on series record asap. Actor Tim Bentinck, best known as...
Lowriders is your gritty movie with motors in it
This is our sort of film with loads of cars and Eva Langoria in the mix. We asked Universal for pictures and details and they said there aren't any. Their loss, so just enjoy the trailer then...oh and this is all you need to know A teenage graffiti artist (Gabriel...
1 in 5 Blokes would do a Tom Hardy
British actor and Hollywood super weight, Tom Hardy, was reported to have made a citizen’s arrest this week, after chasing and catching a suspected moped thief in his home town, but a survey by stolen vehicle recovery expert TRACKER, reveals that he is largely alone...
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 Your Larky Sci-Fi Romp for the Weekend
We adored the first one. Free Car mag had no idea what to expect and we were more than pleasantly surprised. It stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper and Dave Bautista. Also, Sylvester Stallone turns up as does Kurt Russell, which makes us very happy indeed....
‘TOUGH MUDDER FOR JEEP’ LIMITED EDITION RENEGADE
Jeep and Tough Mudder have put their expertise and innovation commitment to the test after partnering to create the first ever ‘Tough Mudder for Jeep’ to launch the limited edition Renegade Tough Mudder. To celebrate Jeep’s fourth year sponsoring the UK Tough Mudder...
Fake Alloy Wheels – Not worth the risk say First Aid Wheels
The discounted prices of knock-off wheels might seem very tempting when compared to authentic products, but the prices are cheap because the product is cheap. Fake wheels are not tested for compliance with safety standards and are often shoddily made just so that they...
Garage labour rates hit £230+ an hour says motoreasy
The maximum cost of an hour’s work for a garage mechanic now stands at more than £230, according to a nationwide study by automotive service and repair start-up, motoreasy. Overall, the UK average labour rate – combining main dealers, independent workshops and...
HONDA CIVIC TYPE R SETS LAP RECORD AT NÜRBURGRING
The all-new Honda Civic Type R has set a new benchmark lap time for front-wheel drive cars at the Nürburgring Nordschleife. On 3 April 2017, a development car lapped the world-famous circuit in 7 minutes 43.8 seconds. The lap time was achieved during the final phase...
Million Dollar Car Hunters
Here is our new favourite show which charts a full year in the life of RM’s expert car specialists as they traverse the globe on a mission to bring the world’s finest and most desirable collector cars to auction. The programme provides an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
Hyundai Santa Fe Endurance Edition
New flagship SUV celebrates ‘Shackleton’s Return’ the recent 30-day Antarctic expedition by Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Great Grandson, which was completed in a Hyundai Santa Fe. The launch of a highly-equipped SUV perfect for those who consider every drive an expedition...
Unforgettable Your Reverse Bunny Boiler Thriller for the Weekend
We rather love Rosario Dawson and the prospect of added Katherine Heigl is enough to tip us over the edge of reason. As it is we have a sort of recreation of the great '80s plots which pits a nice lady against a bonkers one. Ex wife and new girlfriend. Should be fun....
ARSENAL ON TARGET WITH CITROËN C1 AIRSCAPE
Arsenal players Jenkinson, Koscielny and Mustafi were put to the test recently in the Citroën C1 Airscape Challenge. The C1 Airscape, driven by stunt driver Paul Swift, became a target on two wheels as the players attempted to kick footballs through the open Airscape...
McLaren Motor Racing’s Greatest Untold Story – Out soon
Free Car Mag are very pleased to announce that this brilliant documentary will be in Cinemas on the 25th May and available on Blu-Ray, DVD and digital platforms from the 29th. The inspirational documentary account of one man’s pioneering spirit, unswerving tenacity...
The motoring future according to myparkingspace
At Free Car Mag we are worried that Robot Cars of the future might try and get us, or at least be very very boring. Anyway a company which has a stake in the future of motoring and where cars should park have given this rather more thought... yourparkingspace explored...
Get your Karpool Karaoke Fix at Halfords
With 20 million motorists expected to hit the roads for the Easter weekend, Halfords is predicting a karaoke revival as sales of in-car audio gadgets soar by 42%. Whether it’s Peppa Pig on loop, power ballads to power through the journey, or club classics to while...
Porsche 911 the most popular and valuable car says Classic Trader
The next issue of Free Car Mag will be a classic car special. Ahead of that, here is some interesting findings. Classic Trader, Europe’s leading online marketplace for classic cars, has announced that the total value of cars currently on the site has eclipsed 1...
The Cars of Fast & Furious 8 Part Two
Here is Part Two of our great big guide to the motors featured in Fast & Furious 8. Russian Military Vehicle Driven By: Villains POWER: Chevy 8.1L Vortec motor DRIVETRAIN: 4.56 Gears with Detroit Locker 4L80E Transmisssion BRAKE SYSTEM: CNC Twin...
The Cars of Fast & Furious 8 Part One
Here it is all the cars and other vehicles you will see in the film Fast & Furious. This is part one of our comprehensive guide to most of the facts and features that should keep the average anorak informed. If you don't find your favourite Furiousmobile here, it...
Free Car Mag win Chinese Grand Prix at Lets Race
No really, we did. Free Car Mag sent two enthusiastic teenage reporters Livy and Keeley to cover the brilliant Lets Race, which is the UK’s most advanced full-motion simulator centre. Before the upcoming Grand Prix the girls drove the circuit at Lets Race and...
CHIPS your nonsensical knockabout film for the weekend….
Free Car Mag, well the editor anyway, remembers the Californian Highway Patrol TV series when it first came out in the Jurassic era. This is a big screen larky actioer that does not take itself as seriously. It is fun and stupid and sometimes that is just how like veg...
