The legend of the Lotus can be traced back to 1948 with the creation of the Mark 1 model, “which was based on an old Austin Seven”, reports LotusCars.com, and was the vehicle that sparked the innovation of many classic cars to follow.

With the focus on electric and hybrid cars, there really isn’t space for the big brand of sport utility vehicles that became synonymous with the term “gas guzzler”. Grist.org reports that “GM thought its plans to sell Hummer to a Chinese company had the green light, but instead got run off the road by the Chinese Government”.

JournalLive.co.uk have reported that “a network of hundreds of charging point for electric cars will be created” and all thanks to receiving millions of pounds of Government funding. As one of only nine cities and towns across the UK to pilot the new project, Milton Keynes is driving the ‘environmentally friendly’ scheme in the south

“The Back To The Future films were classics in their own right” reports Suite101.com, but the car they chose was something even more legendary. Back in 1985 when the film was first released, the DeLorean DMC-12 was already a pretty unique car, but imagine turning up to a school reunion now in this classic car – you may not have been cool at school but undoubtedly this vintage vehicle will ensure you’re now the king of cool.

“The most tiresome duty known to man is refuelling”, according to Top Gear’s James May. It has been known in the past for Top Gear’s opinion to be harsh and at times ruthless, but in this case they are voicing the opinion of hundreds of motorists across the UK.

Toyota are tackling the difficult task of facing the truth and taking responsibility for the two vehicle defect recalls they have been hit with this year. “Both recall campaigns address conditions related to the accelerator pedal” reports Toyota.com, with the first issue being referred to as “Floor Mat Entrapment” and the second simply called “Pedal”.

The Times Online has reported that although “the scrappage scheme may be saving the car industry, it won’t save the planet”. Government figures suggest that the scheme has in fact helped to reduce CO2 emissions, as older cars that have been scrapped in the scheme burnt around 233.6 gallons of petrol each year, compared with new cars which burn around 172.4 gallons

We’ve all heard of cars having built-in phone, ipod and even iphone chargers, but the latest accessory which could accompany these modern features is the built-in breathalyser. It was only a matter of time before this concept was invented, with AlcoDigital.com reporting that “the UK currently has one of the highest alcohol limits in Europe”.

Having a crystal ball and predicting the future isn’t something many of us can boast, but with obvious signs that holidaying at home is increasing, it can safely be said that the future of “UK holidays in the great outdoors is definitely looking bright”, as reported on Travel Daily News.

Although the British Grand Prix isn’t until Saturday 11th July, discussions regarding the destination have already resulted in long term plans to stay at Silverstone. Tilshead Caravans have confirmed that they are “pleased with the decision, as the British Grand Prix is a major event in our caravan and motorhome hire season”