Author: Rhys Gregory

Today, 2nd January, is my birthday, and I decided to celebrate it by ticking something off my bucket list. I finally visited the new Baffle Haus location in Bonvilston, just outside of Cardiff. It’s been on my radar for a while, and this was the perfect excuse to give it a try. For those unfamiliar, the Baffle Haus brand was founded by a group of motorbike enthusiasts, including none other than Wales rugby union star George North and cricketer Andrew Salter. Their original spot in Monmouthshire, The Cedars, has been a hit since it opened a few years ago. Towards…

Mini enthusiasts, mark your calendars for one of the most exciting events of the year! The iconic Minis and Milkshakesevent is returning for 2025, bringing together car lovers, families, and milkshake aficionados alike. This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better, taking place at the stunning Sandon Hall and Park Enterprises in Stafford on Sunday, 1st June 2025. What to Expect Minis and Milkshakes isn’t just about cars; it’s a day packed with fun, food, and festivities. Whether you’re a proud Mini owner or just love the charm of these classic and modern vehicles, there’s something for everyone: Mini…

If you’ve ever wondered about the significance of the characters on a UK number plate, you’re not alone. It’s more than just a random assortment of letters and numbers. Each part tells a story, and with the arrival of 2025, changes in number plate formats will follow as usual. Here’s a breakdown of how UK number plates work, how to read them, and what they’ll look like from March 2025. The Current Format: What Does It Mean? UK number plates have followed a fixed structure since September 2001. They consist of three distinct sections: Area Code (First Two Letters): The…

When it comes to ticking boxes off a car enthusiast’s bucket list, this one’s a biggie. I’ve just bought myself what many would call an affordable supercar. Yes, I recently said goodbye to another dream car of mine—my Tesla Model 3 Performance—and you can read all about that journey here. But as one chapter ends, another begins. Allow me to introduce its stunning replacement: the BMW i8. Is It Really a Supercar? Now, is the BMW i8 strictly a supercar? That depends on who you ask. On one hand, its performance figures don’t quite reach the dizzying heights of traditional…

Two years ago, I made a purchase that felt like a dream come true. It wasn’t just any car; it was a Tesla Model 3 Performance, a car I’d admired for years but never thought I’d own. When I bought it, it was the most expensive car I’d ever owned, priced at over £40,000 with a bit of HP finance to make it possible. It was a 2019 model, so second-hand, but it felt brand new to me—a technological marvel that combined blistering speed with futuristic features. I was ecstatic. A car that could hit 0-60 mph in under four…

Newport City Council is partnering with Zest, the UK’s fastest growing investor-operator of public access EV charging infrastructure, to deliver on-street charging facilities across the city. Under a 15-year concession agreement, Zest, a certified B Corp, will provide 144 EV charging points across 77 locations, providing Newport drivers with the essential infrastructure needed to transition to a more sustainable mode of transport. The project is equally funded by Zest, the Welsh government, and the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles’ (OZEV) On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS). Newport City Council is committed to reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2030 and…

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports has annoucned that 2025 FIM Speedway GP of Great Britain – Cardiff will be withdrawn from next season’s calendar. In a statement issueed today, organisers have said following three years of investment to stage the FIM Speedway GP of Great Britain – Cardiff, sadly this particular event is no longer viable within a complex economic landscape impacting the event and its contributing stakeholders, when faced with ever-increasing costs and declining attendances. The decision has been made in close consultation with the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). There will still be 10 rounds across the 2025…

With the icy winter months fast approaching, it is important that you make sure your car is ready to be driven in such conditions. Windscreen wipers, in particular, need to be inspected carefully. Faulty or damaged wipers can make your regular morning commute unsafe if your windscreen can’t be properly cleared of rain, dirt, or motorway debris – not to mention you can fail your MOT for this reason too. Switching out the old for the new seems to be on many Brits’ to-do lists, with searches for ‘replace windscreen wipers’ up by 90% over the last three months. To…

Over 50,000 BMW and MINI drivers in the UK can now enjoy their favourite BBC podcasts, radio and music more conveniently than ever, as BMW and MINI become the first car brands to integrate the BBC Sounds app directly into their vehicle’s built-in app store. Previously listeners needed a smartphone to access BBC Sounds via Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®. Now drivers of selected models* with BMW Operating System 9 or MINI Operating System 9 and a subscription to BMW Digital Premium or the MINI Connected Package, which enables unlimited data connectivity, can stream content from the BBC Sounds app…

Attention all car enthusiasts and petrolheads! Mark your calendars for AdamC Fest 2025, a premier event that celebrates car culture like never before. Taking place at the iconic Hertfordshire County Showground, St Albans, next year’s festival promises to be bigger, bolder, and packed with adrenaline-fuelled action. The Ultimate Petrolhead Paradise AdamC Fest is the brainchild of renowned automotive YouTuber AdamC, known for his captivating content showcasing the UK’s thriving car scene. His passion for unique builds, classic motors, and high-octane supercars shines through in this unmissable event. From custom creations to the rarest collectibles, AdamC Fest brings together car lovers…