#BrownCarGuy – News, Views & Reviews!
I’m delighted and super-excited to announce the release of my latest book, “Quantum Races: Lessons from the Finish Line” published under the pseudonym B. C. Guy. This thrilling anthology of thirteen short stories seamlessly blends the adrenaline-fuelled world of cars with imaginative science fiction settings, promising readers a unique and exhilarating experience.
Get a whiff of this! Japan’s newest automotive innovation is biomethane engines. Oh yes, I kid you not. We are indeed talking about cars effectively powered by manure and other assorted plant stuff. And if you think this idea smells funny, take it up with the likes of Toyota, Nissan, and Suzuki.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan, has expanded the ULEZ – Ultra Low Emission Zone – to cover the whole of Greater London right up to the M25 in some places, from 29th August 2023 (See first pinned video below), making London the largest low emission zone in the world.
Continue reading “ULEZ: Everything you Need to Know! [Part 3]”
Is there a political divide growing over Tesla? Yes, you read that right. It seems that some people are ditching Tesla, not because they have problems with electric cars or because the cars are not properly developed and built, but because of Elon Musk’s apparent political antics. Should your car choice be dictated by the politics of the company’s founder? Does it make you complicit in supporting a worldview you don’t subscribe to, fearing online trolls calling you out and cancelling you for driving the wrong car?
Continue reading “Cars and Politics: Tesla Boycott Over Elon Musk’s Right-Wing Views!”
MG is truly on a roll, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and marking it with the launch of several new cars, including their UK best-seller, the all-new 2025 MG HS. With over 57,000 units sold in the UK alone, the MG HS is now the eighth best-selling car in the country this year. This isn’t just a facelift; it’s a full-blown second-generation model based closely on the Chinese third-gen Roewe RX5 introduced in 2022.
The Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is causing ripples across the UK automotive industry. In an exclusive interview, Guy Pigounakis, the Commercial Director of MG UK, shares crucial insights into how this legislation impacts manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers.
In the world of city cars, the Kia Picanto has long been a favourite for its practicality, reliability, and value for money. The 2024 Kia Picanto GT-Line brings a fresh facelift to this third-generation model – and marks 20 years of the Picanto nameplate.
When governments tighten control… when the streets become battlegrounds… when freedom is traded for convenience… someone has to push back. And in The ULEZ Files, that someone is a motoring journalist who never asked to be a hero – but becomes one anyway.
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Continue reading “‘The ULEZ Files’ A Novel”
The West London Classics club’s Show & Shine event 2024, held last Sunday (21st July 2024) at the Osterley Sports and Community Centre in Southall, was a spectacular day of automotive excellence, and a kaleidoscope diversity of car culture!
Do I have a treat for you! This past weekend, I was at the amazing West London Classics Show & Shine 2024 event, mingling with fellow petrolheads and getting some fantastic vox-pop interviews. If you’re as passionate about cars as I am, you’re going to love this video.
