A world Record attempt to J-Turn a Nissan Juke blindfolded has been completed.

• Compact crossover’s windows blacked out as pro-driver uses Intelligent Around View Monitor (AVM) technology in stunt manoeuvre
• World-first attempt equals ‘narrowest J-turn’ record by spinning Juke in a space just 18cm longer than the car
• Intelligent AVM provides driver with 360-degree birds’ eye view of the Juke’s surroundings

The record-breaking Nissan Juke has done it again. This time the popular compact crossover has established the world’s first ‘blind’ J-turn record with the driver using only the car’s Intelligent Around View Monitor (AVM) on-board camera technology for guidance.

Stuntman Paul Swift spun the car 180 degrees with all the windows blacked out, using only the Juke’s four exterior cameras to position himself.

Amazingly, he equalled the existing ‘sighted’ record – turning the crossover from driving backwards to driving forwards in a space just 18cm longer than its bumper-to-bumper distance.

Nissan’s Intelligent AVM system provides the driver with a 360-degree birds’ eye view of the car and its surroundings. The four camera images are digitally stitched together and displayed on the NissanConnect dashboard screen, making parking simpler and safer.

Commenting on the world-first stunt, Paul Swift said: “I don’t recommend drivers try to park using AVM and a J-turn like I did, but I can really see how using the AVM technology in everyday driving situations would be a real benefit to Nissan customers."

Nissan Intelligent AVM also includes Moving Object Detection, which alerts the driver if something – for example, an animal or pedestrian – is close to the vehicle. This gives the driver enhanced awareness of their surroundings and improved peace of mind.

Intelligent AVM is part of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision for a safer and more sustainable driving future. It’s also one of the key building blocks of Nissan’s move towards ProPilot, the brand’s autonomous driving technology. The first Nissan car in Europe to feature ProPilot will be revealed in the next financial year (2017).

Paul Swift added: “Looking at the 360-degree view on the dashboard screen – rather than over my shoulder through the rear window – was strange at first, but I quickly adjusted. The AVM cameras gave me a clear view of the track so I was confident of staying within the lines.”

The highly experienced stunt driver took on the challenge at the home of the Juke – Nissan Manufacturing UK in Sunderland – where more than 100,000 Jukes are produced every year.

The Nissan Juke is no stranger to stunts and record attempts. The compact crossover already holds the record for completing the fastest mile on two wheels.

Stewart Callegari, General Manager for Advanced Planning, Nissan Europe: “This stunt is the perfect demonstration of the Nissan brand promise – Innovation that Excites. That promise is all about developing technology to make drivers’ lives simpler and safer, and Around View Monitor does just that.”

The Nissan Juke N-Vision special edition is on sale now at Nissan retailers and features Intelligent AVM as standard. Additional in-control technologies, including Lane Departure Warning and Blind Spot Warning, are also fitted.

The Nissan Juke is Europe's favourite compact crossover, having sold more than any other model – almost 760,000 units since its launch in 2010.

Vauxhall makes a welcome return to Goodwood with their most aggressive car ever.

• Dramatic feat of precision driving marks Vauxhall’s return to Goodwood Festival
• ‘Vauxhall Family Experience’ area packed with activities for children and adults
• Rare pre-war Vauxhall racers embrace ‘Flat-Out & Fearless’ show theme
• New VIVA and Corsa VXR on show, along with ‘Dream Garage’ icons from the past

Vauxhall is making a dramatic comeback to this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed with a high-powered driving display by world-acclaimed expert Paul Swift that is set to wow show-goers, and will complement many of the cars and activities in its Family Experience area, based near the track.

Known as the ‘1400HP VAUXHALL VXR ROADTRAIN’, Paul and his team will be using standard Vauxhall VXR models, from the new Corsa VXR to the latest 576hp VXR8 GTS, in a piece of precision driving that’s truly ‘Flat-Out and Fearless’ (the show’s theme this year) and has never before been seen at Festival of Speed.

And for those looking for a break between track activities, Vauxhall’s Family Experience may prove to be just the ticket. Based inside the track near the entrance to Gate 1, the area will be a haven for families, and will feature radio-controlled cars, ADAM Pedal Car Raceway and Vauxhall Crazy Football.

Fitting in with the Flat-Out & Fearless theme once more, the area will host a trio of ultra-rare pre-war Vauxhalls: a 1922 TT, Vauxhall’s only Grand Prix race car; a 1930 Villiers Supercharged, with 300bhp and top speed of 150mph; and a 1910 C-10 ‘Prince Henry’, acknowledged as the first proper sports car.

Also in the Vauxhall Family Experience will be face-painting, a crèche, Colour a Car, Meriva Ball Pond and a picnic area. The Vauxhall Drivers’ Lounge makes a welcome return, too, with free refreshments for show-goers who produce their Vauxhall car or van keys.

Naturally, all Vauxhall’s new model range will be on show including the all-new VIVA, along with its 1960s forebear, and the just-launched 210hp Corsa VXR. Completing the display will be Vauxhall’s very own Dream Garage, including such game-changers as the 176mph Lotus Carlton, the Firenza HP ‘Droopsnoot’, the 2003 Lightning Concept and ‘V22 VXL’, a VXR220 that was the very first vehicle to carry the VXR badge.

Brian Johnson visits Longbridge for his Cars That Rock TV Show, to see how MG hs evolved.

AC/DC frontman and car fanatic, Brian Johnson, has returned to TV screens for a second series of Cars that Rock and this time round he has chosen to explore MG; the much loved British marque.

As part of his second series, Brian Johnson is focusing on some of the world’s most iconic cars. On Thursday 21 May, viewers will get an insight into MG and get to take a look behind the scenes at the iconic Longbridge site.

For almost 90 years, MG has produced sports cars and created an automotive heritage that has captivated people worldwide. In the episode that airs on Thursday, Brian visits the MG factory and takes a look at the brand’s roots with a ride in MG’s very first race car. He also catches a glimpse of how the marque has been revised.

As well as getting an insight into the history and future of the beloved marque, he gets the chance to give the MG3 the ultimate test drive, meets two MG enthusiasts who celebrated the brand in their own way, and races in one of the fastest MGs ever made; resulting in a close shave with a concrete wall!

Watch a preview below and tune into the full episode on Quest TV (Freeview channel 37, Sky channel 167 and Virgin Media channel 172) on Thursday 21 May at 9pm.