All the remaining Lotus 49 F1 cars will get together at the Autosport International event.

• Autosport International to host display featuring all seven remaining Lotus type 49 cars thanks to their owners from around the world
• Celebrations at Autosport International to mark 50 years since this pioneering F1 car first raced
• To this day, the Lotus 49 realised the greatest step in Grand Prix performance ever
• The Lotus type 49 was designed in conjunction with the Ford DFV engine
• Autosport International is the only place to see this unrivalled collection of iconic Lotus 49s in one place
• From 1967 to 1970 they were raced by Jim Clark, Graham Hill, Jo Siffert, Jackie Oliver, Mario Andretti, Jochen Rindt, Richard Attwood, John Miles and Emerson Fittipaldi
• To get your tickets to the show, visit www.autosportinternational.com today

A truly incredible collection of Formula 1 heritage is set to go on display for the first time at Autosport International in January. Classic Team Lotus have confirmed all seven remaining Lotus type 49 racing cars will be present at Europe’s foremost motorsport show between 12-15* January.

The late Colin Chapman and Maurice Philippe designed the Lotus 49 with a Ford Cosworth DFV (Double Four Valve) engine at its heart. 

The show at the NEC in January 2017 marks 50 years since this pioneering F1 car first raced – and won – with the legendary Jim Clark behind the wheel at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.

The type 49, in combination with the DFV engine, realised one of the greatest leaps in F1 performance to date. According to the Pomeroy Index, the type 49 still represents the greatest ever step in Grand Prix performance. In 1967 the Lotus increased the previous year’s speed by 7.7 per cent - a feat yet to be surpassed.

This acceleration in performance was largely thanks to the advanced chassis configuration, which saw the front of the engine bolted to the monocoque and the suspension and gearbox attached to the rear of the powerplant. Since the type 49, virtually all Formula 1 cars have been designed in this way.

Between 1967 and 1970, Jim Clark, Graham Hill, Jo Siffert, Jackie Oliver, Mario Andretti, Jochen Rindt, Richard Attwood, John Miles and Emerson Fittipaldi raced the Lotus type 49. The story of the Lotus type 49 was captured in 1967 by the Ford film documentary 9 Days in Summer.

This collection of F1 cars on the Classic Team Lotus stand in Hall 20 (Stand 2270) represents the very first time that all seven remaining race machines will be together under one roof. The list of display cars are as follows:

R2/R11 (26 Grands Prix)

This is the car Jim Clark took to victory at its race debut at Zandvoort 1967, in addition to further wins at Silverstone and Watkins Glen. 

It is also the same car he drove at Monza, in what has been considered the Scotsman's greatest performance, where he led the race until lap 12, picked up a puncture and lost an entire lap. Clark then spent the next 48 laps recovering through the field, taking the lead on lap 60 before succumbing to a faulty fuel pump on the final lap dropping him to third place.  

Clark’s 1968 Tasman Championship-winning car was loaned to Rob Walker – in the wake of the Lotus R4 destruction – for Jo Siffert, before updating to the B-spec for Jackie Oliver. 

The car was re-identified as R11 and sold to Pete Lovely (raced by Mario Andretti in South Africa, before delivery) who raced it in six Grands Prix as a privateer. Restored in 2010 to 1967 specification. The R11 is still regularly raced by American owner Chris MacAllister still regularly races the R11.

R3 (8 Grands Prix)

The R3 is the car Graham Hill raced for the second half of the 1967 season but victory eluded him. The R3 was later sold to John Love for racing in South Africa. It has since been restored to 1967 specification by Doug Nye and others, before its acquisition by the Beaulieu National Motor Museum.

R5/R10 (22 Grands Prix)

The R5 car won its first F1 race at Monaco 1968 with Graham Hill at the wheel. Hill raced the R5 at six Grands Prix before Mario Andretti put it on pole at Watkins Glen, the debut race for the future champion. The car was later re-identified as the R10 for Rindt in the 1969 Tasman Series. 

The R10 was the machine that helped Graham Hill win the Monaco GP again in 1969, a truly remarkable and unique double. The R10 saw another future world champion make their debut, as Emerson Fittipaldi raced in his first three F1 races in the Lotus during the 1970 season.

R6 (20 Grands Prix)

The R6 was new for Jackie Oliver in 1968, who raced it twice before a massive accident in practice for the French GP.  

The car was repaired in time for Graham Hill at Monza. The Brit then raced it to win the 1968 World Championship in Mexico.  In 1969 the R6 raced in eight Grands Prix for Jochen Rindt, including the Germans first F1 victory at Watkins Glen. 

The car raced in four more races during the 1970 season, including Rindt’s dramatic last lap Monaco victory. It was then sold by Team Lotus in 1977. The car is now in the collection of Richard Mille.

R7 (24 Grands Prix)

The R7 was sold new to Rob Walker for Jo Siffert in 1968, who won the British GP on the car's first outing. It was the last privateer GP win. 

The R7 was then raced by Siffert in 1969 and then by Graham Hill – for Rob Walker – in 1970. In 1999, Geoff Farmer acquired the R7 from the Walker Family and has raced it occasionally, including a victory at the Goodwood Revival.

R8 (4 Grands Prix)

New for 1969 the R8 was Graham Hill’s Tasman Championship car. It was then raced by Richard Attwood at Monaco and Graham Hill for the British GP. The R8 was then sold to Jo Bonnier who, after taking it to two Grands Prix, sold it on to Dave Charlton for racing in South Africa. 

The car was then acquired by Australian collector, the late Hon. John Dawson-Damer, who conducted a painstaking restoration. The car is now owned by renowned F1 designer Adrian Newey, who restored it to the 1969 specification then race prepped her for racing at the 2016 Monaco Historique. 

R12

Constructed by Team Lotus for the Ford Motor Company, for use as an exhibition car. The first showing of the R12 was at the Racing Car Show, Olympia in January 1969. It was later donated to Donington Collection and has recently been commissioned as a runner. It is now in the collection of Richard Mille.

Make sure you visit the Classic Team Lotus Stand to see this incredible display in Hall 20, Stand 2270.

Rolls Royce to supply a fleet of cars at the Hurlingham Classic Tennis Tournament, to ferry the players around.

• Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London will play a key role at the Tennis Classic at Hurlingham in London, taking place 21-24 June
• Players at the prestigious tournament will be chauffeured around in a selection of Rolls-Royce models
• There will be two Rolls-Royce Dawns on display in the grounds of the exclusive Hurlingham Club, while players will ride in the Rolls-Royce Phantom and Ghost
• Players taking part in the tournament include global stars such as David Ferrer, Marin Cilic, Richard Gasquet, Kei Nishikori and more

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London is taking a central role at the upcoming Tennis Classic at Hurlingham, and will be chauffeuring some of the world’s most famous tennis players around during the tournament.

Former US Open Champion Marin Cilic and Roland Garros finalist David Ferrer will both be taking part in the grass-court event, which is one of the most quintessentially British of tournaments and takes place in one of the most exclusive and prestigious locations in London.

The players will be chauffeured around the tournament and the local area in another timeless British icon, as H.R. Owen is providing a fleet of Rolls-Royce Ghost and Rolls-Royce Phantoms to help the players get to the club and around London.

The H.R. Owen dealership will also provide two Rolls-Royce Dawns to go on display in the club that has been described as a hidden gem of South London. The all-new convertible Dawn will add an extra level of beauty to the stunning grounds of the Hurlingham Club during the four-day tournament.

Other players that will be taking part in the Tennis Classic at Hurlingham include famous names such as Kei Nishikori, Milos Raonic, Tomáš Berdych, Richard Gasquet and Feliciano Lopez. They will play a series of exhibition matches that will serve as the perfect warm up to Wimbledon, which begins the following week. Being driven in the Rolls-Royce Ghost and Phantom will allow them to focus on what really matters – preparing for the matches ahead.

H.R. Owen’s Rolls-Royce brand director Claus Andersen said: “The Tennis Classic at Hurlingham is a timelessly elegant English event on the tennis calendar, and is a perfect fit for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London. The event allows the players to prepare for Wimbledon, and we are delighted to be able to help with their preparation by providing a fleet of Rolls-Royce cars to help them get around in a relaxing and luxurious manner to let them concentrate on their game.”

The Tennis Classic at Hurlingham is one of the most intimate events in the tennis calendar and takes place at The Hurlingham Club from 21-24 June, just a few miles from the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars showroom in Berkeley Square in Mayfair.

The Stunningly amazing jaguar C-X75 Supercar from "Spectre" to go on display at Autosport International.

• Visitors to Autosport International this January will be able to get close to one of the cars from the 24^thJames Bond adventure SPECTRE
• Two Jaguar C-X75s, driven on screen by villain Hinx (played by Dave Bautista), will be on display at the NEC. One of which will be in the Live Action Arena
• Specially-prepared for SPECTRE, the C-X75 was provided by Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations in collaboration with development partner Williams Advanced Engineering
• A second static car will join a host of Williams’ most significant Formula One cars at the Williams Martini Racing motorhome, situated next to the revamped Autosport Stage
• Autosport International takes place between 14-17 January* and tickets are selling fast at www.autosportinternational.com

This January the Jaguar C-X75 from SPECTRE will make an appearance at Autosport International. SPECTRE, the 24th James Bond film, from Albert R. Broccoli’s EON Productions, Metro-Goldwyn Mayer Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment, sees the Jaguar C-X75 driven by Hinx in one of the movie’s iconic high speed car chases.

Two cars used in filming will be present at the NEC from 14-17 January. A demonstration of one of the specially-prepared stunt cars will take place in the Live Action Arena. A must see for any movie or car enthusiast.

For a more detailed view, a second static car – one of the ‘hero’ models used for close-ups in SPECTRE – will be on display at the Williams stage area, another of the star attractions at Autosport International 2016.

The C-X75 was provided by Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations in collaboration with development partner Williams Advanced Engineering, the division of Williams that transfers technology from Formula One to other market sectors.

The C-X75 for SPECTRE is just one of many high-profile projects that Williams Advanced Engineering has worked on and visitors to the show will be able to learn all about this exciting division and every other part of the Williams story, thanks to a unique celebration of the famous British racing team at Autosport International2016.

The focal point will be a revamped Autosport Stage, which will feature the eight-metre-tall Williams Martini Racing motorhome constructed immediately next to it – the first time it has been erected outside of a racing circuit.

Eight of Williams’ most historically-significant Formula One cars will be on show, including the FW18 which Damon Hill OBE drove to the 1996 Drivers’ Championship title. Hill will be present at Autosport International, celebrating the 20^th anniversary of this victory. He will be joined by many other famous faces from Williams.

Mike O’Driscoll, CEO of Williams said: “Collaborating with Jaguar on the project has been a great experience and is something the Williams Advanced Engineering team is extremely proud of. It shows just how incredibly diverse our skills are at Grove. It was fantastic to share the C-X75 with people all over the world inSPECTRE - but now we’re really excited to bring the cars closer to home at Autosport International, where we’ll have these slices of movie history lined up alongside some of our most important Formula One cars.”

Anthony Rowlinson, Group Editor, Motorsport at Haymarket Media Group, said: “The Jaguar C-X75 looks incredible in SPECTRE, but it really is one of the cars you need to see in the flesh to fully appreciate. Both inside and out it’s a masterpiece in design, showcasing what a great job Jaguar and Williams Advanced Engineering did with preparing these cars for the big screen. It’ll be fantastic to see and hear the C-X75 in the Live Action Arena.”

Ian France, Autosport International show director, said: "To have one of the genuine Jaguar C-X75 cars fromSPECTRE on display at Autosport International is incredible enough, but to have another performing in the Live Action Arena is real treat. To see and hear one of the James Bond franchise's most incredible stunt cars that we saw recently on the silver screen is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

The DS Brand has sponsored and has on display the new DS4 and DS4 Crossback at the Westfield Ice Rink.

New DS 4 & DS 4 Crossback have been unveiled as the dramatic centrepiece to Westfield London’s Ice Rink, sponsored by DS Automobiles. The festive ice rink showcases New DS 4 & DS 4 Crossback, the latest models from the Parisian automotive brand, with an unprecedented DS Automobiles customer activation experience, bringing to life the craftsmanship and advanced technology that are hallmarks of the DS brand.

DS Automobiles is the headline sponsor of Westfield London’s indoor ice rink this winter. As part of the on-going presence at Westfield London, the DS Automobiles customer activation experience features New DS 4 with New DS 4 Crossback displayed at the centre of the festive ice rink installation.

New DS 4 and DS 4 Crossback are in their element against the backdrop of the ice rink at Westfield London - the capital’s premier shopping destination. New DS 4 is a sleek and dynamic hatchback, with fluid lines, elegant sculptured chrome signatures and a range of personalisation options to suit every lifestyle. 

New DS 4 Crossback is an eminently versatile urban crossover with go-anywhere looks reflected in a 30mm higher ride height compared to the hatchback version. Both models embody DS Automobiles heritage in avant-garde design, with premium features such as the ‘watch strap’ leather upholstery, which is exclusive to DS Automobiles, and the latest technology, including Apple CarPlay^™ compatibility with the most recent iPhones.

To further showcase the latest technology on the New DS 4 and DS 4 Crossback, visitors to the ice rink are invited to experience the advanced DS LED Vision headlights to create their very own light drawings in a specially constructed photo booth. Visitors can then share their creations on social media channels.

“Westfield is one of the world’s premier shopping destinations and we’re delighted to be headline sponsors of the ice rink,” said Mark Blundell, Marketing Director of DS Automobiles UK. “We are capitalising on this opportunity to launch New DS 4 and DS 4 Crossback, whilst enabling visitors to see the new models from a unique perspective as they skate. This is the perfect backdrop for DS Automobiles, which draws design inspiration from the world of luxury fashion and showcases the latest in-car technology.”

Myf Ryan, Director of Marketing, UK & Europe at Westfield, commented: “We are constantly developing the way we work with brands to create a well-rounded consumer experience and are delighted to be offering brand and retail partners a fantastic platform to engage with their target audience.  Westfield London’s ice rink will be a destination in itself with a full schedule of entertainment, festive food and drinks and interactive experiences for visitors provided by some really exciting brands such as DS Automobiles. We are thrilled to be able to deliver this unique experience – a one of its kind for festive skaters in the UK.”

Positioned in The Atrium of Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush, the ice rink opens from 10am each day and is a focal point for a range of Christmas activities on offer this festive season. With over 4.5 million skaters and non-skaters expected to visit Westfield over the festive period, shoppers will be able to enjoy the ice rink which is open now until Sunday 03 January 2016.

The Japfest event will be moving to Silverstone, the home of British Motorsport in April for the 1st Event of the year.

• Europe’s biggest celebration of Japanese cars moves to legendary new venue
• Japfest to be held at Silverstone, the iconic home of British Motor Sport
• Additional new Japfest event also announced for 2016

Britain’s biggest celebration of Japanese car culture is moving to an iconic new home. Japfest, which takes place on April 24^th, 2016, is moving to Silverstone, the home of British Motor Sport, after reaching capacity at its previous venue with over 16,000 attendees and 3,500 cars on display or on the circuit.

“Japfest keeps growing," said event manager Kat Chappell. “We knew that if we wanted to make Japfest bigger and better than ever, then we needed to move it to a larger location with more facilities, and where better could it go than to the UK’s most iconic race circuit, Silverstone?"

The new, more central, venue is a significant part of Japfest’s broader expansion, as the most firmly established series of Japanese car events in the UK. In 2016, Japfest Rock (the new name for Japfest 2) returns to Rockingham Motor Speedway on June 26^th, while a brand new, third Japfest event will also be added to the calendar.

Taking place at the Hop Farm near Paddock Wood, Kent, on September 11^th, Japfest Motorsport Heroes will be a special event celebrating some of the most iconic and significant Japanese cars from the world of motor sport, along with their roadgoing equivalents.

For club members wishing to visit all three of the events, Japfest has put together a Club Early Bird package, with access to them all for just £48 per person, including free camping at Japfest Rock and Motorsport Heroes,  plus a discount on track time at Japfest. Tickets for Japfest are on sale now via the official website atwww.japfest.co.uk

Meanwhile, Japfest promises to be the biggest and best of its kind, a thrilling live event featuring scores of the best Japanese cars in the UK and from across Europe.

Thousands of display cars representing the UK’s major Japanese car clubs will fill the vast Silverstone site and the largest trade and exhibition area of its type will take over the paddock, while there will be a series of all-day track action, including the much anticipated return of the Drift Kings epic winner takes all showdown.

Full details of the show, the cars and the various activities will be announced nearer the date, on the event website, or via the official Facebook page and Twitter feeds.

Citroen to display a techno fest at frankfurt with a host of cars displaying sporting and family expertise.

Illustrated by its victorious WTCC commitment, Citroën is in the race more than ever. The Frankfurt Motor Show will be an opportunity to showcase the brand’s ambitions with:

• A BOLD AND CREATIVE CONCEPT CAR: Citroën will be showcasing its vision for the future of the automobile through a strongly designed concept car:
  • Making its European debut, the Aircross concept car sports a body style with international appeal and illustrates the brand’s new upmarket positioning.
• A RENEWED AND MORE APPEALING RANGE:
  • A modernised range with new features for the C4 Cactus and C1.
  • Renewed best sellers with the C4 New Range and the New Berlingo Multispace.
  • A modernised range that shares the same common denominator of Citroën’s expertise: comfort.
• TECHNOLOGIES THAT MAKE SENSE:
  • The latest-generation range of increasingly efficient engines, including the Diesel BlueHDi engines (with the arrival of the BlueHDi 150 and 180 on the Citroën C5) and the PureTech petrol engine family, including the 3-cylinder PureTech turbo, voted Engine of the Year.
  • A comprehensive line-up of connected services with Citroën Connect, which has been enhanced with new features.

The Frankfurt Motor Show will open its doors to the general public on Thursday 17 September 2015. The Citroën stand will be located in Hall 8. Press days will be held on Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 September.