Author: Rhys Gregory

Nightingale House Hospice and Wrexham County Borough Council are thrilled to announce the return of Wrexham’s MotorFest for its third consecutive year, kindly sponsored by Bellis Haulage and C & M Transport. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 19th, at Penyllan Farm, Marchwiel, promising an exhilarating day filled with a diverse range of vehicles, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Building on the success of previous years, MotorFest 2025 aims to be bigger and better, showcasing an impressive array of classic cars, supercharged motors, bikes, trucks, tractors, and more. The festival offers something for everyone, from dedicated vehicle enthusiasts to…

Last year, I shared something incredibly personal—my journey to find and hopefully bring home my late father’s beloved car. The blog post, “A Year Without Dad and My Quest to Bring His Car Back Home”, struck a chord with many readers. It’s a story rooted in love, loss, and the special connection we often have with the cars that carry our most treasured memories. Since publishing that blog, I’ve been doing everything I can to track the car down. But sadly, I’m still searching. To remind everyone, I’m looking for a 2007 Renault Megane Cabriolet, registration CA07 NCY – or…

Fresh off the back of our first drive of the all-electric Renault 5 – where we found it to be so much more than just a retro revival – Renault has officially opened reservations for the next chapter in the car’s electrifying comeback: the Renault 5 Turbo 3E. And it’s not messing about. This isn’t just a styling exercise or nostalgia trip. The Turbo 3E is a limited-edition, 540hp electric drift machine that pays homage to the legendary Renault 5 Turbo and Turbo 2, all while launching it head-first into the EV era. With just 1,970 units set to be…

Planning a family getaway to West Wales over the Easter holidays had us scouring the map for somewhere that ticked all the boxes — space, comfort, location, and most importantly, kid-friendly without feeling like a soft play centre exploded in the living room. That’s when we stumbled across this gem of a cottage in Lampeter Velfrey. Nestled about 25 minutes from the sandy shores of Tenby and just 15 minutes from Folly Farm (a must-visit for families), this place couldn’t be better located. Narberth is just down the road too, so you’re never far from a supermarket run or a…

Have you ever wanted to drive a supercar? Not just see one, or stand next to one with a forced grin at a car show, but actually get behind the wheel, grip it like Clarkson on a caffeine high and pretend, just for a moment, that you’re in a Top Gear segment? Me too. And while I’ve been tempted by the endless stream of driving experience vouchers that haunt your social feeds and gift shop tills, I never actually booked one for myself. It wasn’t until someone bought me one as a gift (probably tired of hearing me bang on…

The world is buzzing about the trade tariffs recently announced by President Donald Trump – and the potential ripple effect they might have on global commerce. I’ll steer clear of the political noise and the economic modelling behind these decisions – that’s a job for the economists. What I am interested in, though, is how this could impact car prices – particularly in the United States. Earlier this month, the US government confirmed a 25% tariff on imported vehicles. A similar levy on imported car parts is also expected to follow. In response, Jaguar Land Rover announced it would temporarily…

Rumours of a Ford Mustang saloon have been doing the rounds for years. It’s the kind of story that pops up every now and then, stirs up the motoring world, and then quietly disappears into the rumour mill once again. But this time, it might be different. Ford has recently filed a trademark for the name ‘Mach 4’ with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Now, that might not scream Mustang saloon at first glance, but for those of us who’ve been following this story, it’s the most official move we’ve seen yet. And it’s got me wondering… are we…

Everything Electric London, the premier event for electric vehicles and sustainable technologies, is thrilled to announce an unparalleled lineup of electric vehicles (EVs) available for more than 8000 test drives across three days at ExCeL London – the largest to take place in the capital. Taking place 16-18 April 2025, this year’s event offers attendees the unique opportunity to get behind the wheel of the latest EV models from leading manufacturers, all under one roof.​ Highlights include: Ford: Experience the innovative Ford Explorer and the dynamic Mustang Mach-E, showcasing Ford’s commitment to electrification. ​ MG: Be among the first to test…

I’m back at it again — and yes, with another spoiler. This time, it’s not for the Mini Clubman (we all remember how that ended… if you don’t, you can relive the chaos here). No, this time I’ve been eyeing up something for the futuristic, spaceship-like BMW i8. Before I get into what I bought, how much it cost, and the whole fitting process, let me explain why I’ve even bothered looking at a spoiler for a car that, let’s face it, already looks like it’s arrived from 2030. A Bit of Background The BMW i8 is, without doubt, a striking bit of kit. It’s…

The new Renault 5 has finally landed in the UK, and after months of teasing, hype and headlines, we’ve finally got our hands on one. It’s been dubbed the compact EV to beat in 2025 – praised for its retro charm, sensible price tag and forward-thinking tech. So, does it live up to the hype? We spent the weekend with it to find out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9HyGVV5RP8 First Impressions Let’s start with the obvious – the looks. This thing is cool. It’s unmistakably a nod to the iconic original Renault 5, but it’s been completely reimagined for today’s roads. At first glance,…