V for vacation – Mercedes-Benz V-Class minivan

Mercedes presented its new minivan: V for vacation. The German premium car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz presented at the Munich Olympics complex its V-Class MPV – a new full-size multi-purpose vehicle of small family car intended to meet requirements of families, people with active hobbies, and shuttle bus operators. “With the new V-Class we are expanding the … Read more

DB Convertible petrol engined junior classic car

The ‘DB Convertible Junior’ from Nicholas Mee & Co. DB Convertible petrol engined junior classic car by Aston Martin appointed heritage specialist Nicholas Mee & Co is designed for the next generation of wannabe secret agents, but it’s not a toy. Based on the iconic Aston Martin Convertibles of the 1960s, these fully functioning Aston … Read more

The Life of the Automobile by Steven Parissien and Auto Biography by Mark Wallington – reviews

Is car worship declining? Joe Moran gets behind the wheel for two enjoyable histories of the automobile

Bentley full furniture range launched at prestigious Maison & Objet Paris

The exquisite materials that characterise the interiors of all Bentley luxury car models inspired a range of luxury home and executive furniture launched at the Maison & Objet fair in Paris.   After the successful launch of a capsule collection last year, which anticipated some of the new features, the range has been expanded and … Read more

Top of the range – Wauquiez Centurion 57

  Naval architect and regatta racer Olivier Racoupeau has endowed the 17.4 m Centurion 57, which he has designed for Wauquiez (French manufacturer of Pilot Saloon and Centurion, high performance cruiser yachts), with superyacht attributes. Luxury and comfort dominate the interior. Waxed teak, leather, glass and stainless steel give the 9/10-type rigged sloop its own … Read more

boot 2014 – a much-hoped-for boost to the industry

  A good deal of optimism at the world’s biggest indoor yacht and water sports trade. Booming market for boat equipment. Charter market improving. Diving center attracted over 25 percent. Themed worlds extremely popular. boot Düsseldorf 2014 injected a good deal of optimism into the boat and water sports industry at a time of economic difficulties. … Read more