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The Best Motoring Events of 2023

Posted by - Tim Earnshaw on 9 January 2023 (Updated 18 January 2023)
Categories: Advice

Right now, your car is spending the snuggest winter of its life at Windrush classic car storage. But it’s never too soon to start looking ahead to warmer weather and planning your itinerary of motoring events for 2023. With the fallout from Covid now mercifully in our rear-view mirror, the show calendar has bounced back stronger than we could have hoped – here are eight firm favourites from our long-term car storage team.

Bicester Scrambles

January 8th (and throughout the year)

The perfect way to blow away the new year cobwebs, Bicester’s regular Scramble events get off to a flying start on January 8th, inviting you to bring along your pre-1990 vehicle, warm your hands around a coffee, then stroll the 444-acre grounds admiring the wares of fellow enthusiasts and dropping in on artisan workshops. Keep your eyes on the website for further Scrambles for 2023 as they’re announced.

Bicester Scrambles

British Grand Prix

7th-9th July

Everyone should experience Formula 1 on home turf at least once in their lives, and the 2023 British Grand Prix is this summer’s hottest ticket. The nail-biting track action spills over into a weekend-long family festival including a fairground, BMX stunt displays, live music and – for those who aren’t racing in the morning – the legendary Mahiki After Parties with tunes spun by top DJs.

British Grand Prix

Goodwood Festival Of Speed

6th-8th June

Visiting the London Concours feels like stumbling across a pastoral English garden party in the heart of the Smoke. The 2023 lineup might be the best yet, including 60 years of Lamborghini, a celebration of the Porsche 911 RS, Roadgoing Race Cars, Les Grands Tourisme, Evolution of Aero, Automotive Haute Couture, Peak Sports Car, The Cars That Built Land Rover and Supercar Day.

 

Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Festival Of The Unexceptional

July 29th

Hagerty’s beloved Festival Of The Unexceptional salutes the cars from the ’60s to ’90s that slipped between the cracks of conventional beauty. Regular as clockwork, the 2023 event will return to its spiritual home of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire, and this celebration of all things leftfield, unloved, mediocre and maligned is sure to bring out the crowds.

Festival Of The Unexceptional

Salon Privé

30th August – 3rd September

Blenheim Palace is the destination for late summer, with events spanning from the hotly contested Club Trophy to the extravagent headwear of Ladies Day, plus the flagship Salon Privé Concours D’Elégance that showcases everything from modern exotica right back to treasures from the Edwardian era. You can even literally buy a helicopter in the Shopping Village.

Salon Privé

Concours Of Elegance

1st-3rd September

This year’s event at Hampton Court Palace promises sixty pristine vehicles from around the world (many never seen before in the UK), while a new flagship feature is the first-century celebration of Le Mans, complete with venerable former race-winners including a 1969 Porsche 917 K and Bentley Speed Six ‘Old Number One’.

Concours Of Elegance

Goodwood Revival

8-10th September

There’s nothing quite like the Revival. Come September, the most playful date in the motoring calendar winds back the pocketwatch as packs of period-dressed partygoers descend on Goodwood Estate to watch an olde-world fleet fight it out on the famous circuit, before drinking and dancing until late.

Goodwood Revival

Then power down with Windrush classic car storage

After a blissful summer on the circuit, turn the wheel towards Windrush luxury car storage in London and the Cotswolds. Whichever model or vintage you call your own, at Windrush’s long-term car storage facilities, we have the experts on hand to keep your vehicle looking and running its best.

Our classic car storage service starts with the twelve-step induction process that announces the Windrush difference. But we go further, too, offering an ongoing maintenance schedule, tailored to your vehicle, for the length of your long-term car storage. Talk to Windrush today and discover why we’re always best in show.

The Windrush team is ready to tell you more about our classic car storage. Drop us a line today on info@windrushcarstorage.co.uk

Right now, your car is spending the snuggest winter of its life at Windrush classic car storage. But it’s never too soon to start looking ahead to warmer weather and planning your itinerary of motoring events for 2023. With the fallout from Covid now mercifully in our rear-view mirror, the show calendar has bounced back stronger than we could have hoped – here are eight firm favourites from our long-term car storage team. Bicester Scrambles January 8th (and throughout the year) The perfect way to blow away the new year cobwebs, Bicester’s regular Scramble events get off to a flying start on January 8th, inviting you to bring along your pre-1990 vehicle, warm your hands around a coffee, then stroll the 444-acre grounds admiring the wares of fellow enthusiasts and dropping in on artisan workshops. Keep your eyes on the website for further Scrambles for 2023 as they’re announced. British Grand Prix 7th-9th July Everyone should experience Formula 1 on home turf at least once in their lives, and the 2023 British Grand Prix is this summer’s hottest ticket. The nail-biting track action spills over into a weekend-long family festival including a fairground, BMX stunt displays, live music and – for those who aren’t racing in the morning – the legendary Mahiki After Parties with tunes spun by top DJs. Goodwood Festival Of Speed 6th-8th June Visiting the London Concours feels like stumbling across a pastoral English garden party in the heart of the Smoke. The 2023 lineup might be the best yet, including 60 years of Lamborghini, a celebration of the Porsche 911 RS, Roadgoing Race Cars, Les Grands Tourisme, Evolution of Aero, Automotive Haute Couture, Peak Sports Car, The Cars That Built Land Rover and Supercar Day.   Festival Of The Unexceptional July 29th Hagerty’s beloved Festival Of The Unexceptional salutes the cars from the ’60s to ’90s that slipped between the cracks of conventional beauty. Regular as clockwork, the 2023 event will return to its spiritual home of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire, and this celebration of all things leftfield, unloved, mediocre and maligned is sure to bring out the crowds. Salon Privé 30th August – 3rd September Blenheim Palace is the destination for late summer, with events spanning from the hotly contested Club Trophy to the extravagent headwear of Ladies Day, plus the flagship Salon Privé Concours D’Elégance that showcases everything from modern exotica right back to treasures from the Edwardian era. You can even literally buy a helicopter in the Shopping Village. Concours Of Elegance 1st-3rd September This year’s event at Hampton Court Palace promises sixty pristine vehicles from around the world (many never seen before in the UK), while a new flagship feature is the first-century celebration of Le Mans, complete with venerable former race-winners including a 1969 Porsche 917 K and Bentley Speed Six ‘Old Number One’. Goodwood Revival 8-10th September There’s nothing quite like the Revival. Come September, the most playful date in the motoring calendar winds back the pocketwatch as packs of period-dressed partygoers descend on Goodwood Estate to watch an olde-world fleet fight it out on the famous circuit, before drinking and dancing until late. Then power down with Windrush classic car storage After a blissful summer on the circuit, turn the wheel towards Windrush luxury car storage in London and the Cotswolds. Whichever model or vintage you call your own, at Windrush’s long-term car storage facilities, we have the experts on hand to keep your vehicle looking and running its best. Our classic car storage service starts with the twelve-step induction process that announces the Windrush difference. But we go further, too, offering an ongoing maintenance schedule, tailored to your vehicle, for the length of your long-term car storage. Talk to Windrush today and discover why we’re always best in show. The Windrush team is ready to tell you more about our classic car storage. Drop us a line today on info@windrushcarstorage.co.uk

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Look beyond the headlines, though, and you’ll be heartened by the wider industry’s proactive response, from the rise of converted classics to the development of climate-neutral eFuels. Let’s take a closer look at the road ahead. What does this mean for motoring enthusiasts? Scan the headlines after Johnson’s announcement and it was easy to conclude the end was nigh for your cherished ICE car. But the implications of impending ban are a little more nuanced. First, it’s important to note that the 2030 cut-off doesn’t apply to all vehicles (or at least, not immediately). Hybrid vehicles can be sold until 2035, provided they can travel a “significant distance” in zero-emission mode. Plus, while only pure-electric (or hydrogen) cars can be sold new from 2035, second-hand petrol and diesel cars can still change hands and take to the road after that. There are hopes, too, that the government might revisit its ruling and offer exemption to drivers who own cars made by low-volume manufacturers and cover limited mileage. “If we can canvass the government,” Caterham CEO Graham MacDonald told Hagerty, “and say, ‘Look, the reality is that the cars are noisy and arguably dirty, but they get driven under 2000 miles per year – can there be an exception for low volume cars?’ And if they say yes, then great. We’ll continue selling the Seven as long as we can.” Perhaps we’ll reach a point where enthusiasts drive an EV for their daily commute – and treat themselves to a limited-mileage run in an ICE car at weekends. For now, with government decisions on that point still a way off, it’s very much in the interest of any ICE owner to investigate professional eco friendly car storage, ensuring the maximum lifespan from a model that might never be manufactured again. What positive developments are there? Concerns still linger over the prohibitive weight of EV batteries, which have traditionally added as much as 300kg and compromised performance. But the upturn in electric car sales – with three times more EVs and plug-in hybrid cars sold last October, year-on-year – isn’t just down to public panic-buying. Professional commentators are finding the latest EVs are not only viable but genuinely thrilling to drive. On a practical point, the UK’s charging network is growing fast – and if Nio’s scheme in China rolls out, we might find a national battery swapping system ends the EV’s long-standing Achilles heel. Beyond the vehicles already on forecourts, the industry is making giant leaps in EV design and development, with smaller firms who are less bound by red tape proving particularly agile. Consider the possibilities of Ariel’s Hipercar, or the confidence of Morgan’s CEO, Steve Morris, who believes his marque’s inimitable character will emerge intact in the EV era. “The EV technology within the marketplace is evolving at such a speed,” he told Hagerty. “We are assessing a number of drivetrain solutions and opportunities. Of course, the starting point for any discussion about a future Morgan EV is that it should be handcrafted, lightweight, exciting to drive and available in an almost infinite combination of tailoring options.” On the subject of character, keep in mind the rise of the converted classic, whether that’s the Jaguar E-type Zero (an official model built from the ground up, with impressive results) or the emerging companies who skilfully swap EV mechanics into an ICE chassis without casual observers being any the wiser. 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At Windrush, we’re proud to offer the complete car storage solution. Following a thorough twelve-step induction, we’ll settle your vehicle in a dehumidified, climate-controlled indoor storage bay, maintained with 24/7 security, twice-daily checks and weekly battery and drip tray inspections. Plus, every 60 days, we’ll give your car an expert maintenance checkover and run it up to temperature on our internal rolling road. Whether you’re based in the countryside, or need London car storage, your vehicle couldn’t be in safer hands. To discover more about Windrush’s eco friendly car storage, get in touch.
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Look beyond the headlines, though, and you’ll be heartened by the wider industry’s proactive response, from the rise of converted classics to the development of climate-neutral eFuels. Let’s take a closer look at the road ahead. What does this mean for motoring enthusiasts? Scan the headlines after Johnson’s announcement and it was easy to conclude the end was nigh for your cherished ICE car. But the implications of impending ban are a little more nuanced. First, it’s important to note that the 2030 cut-off doesn’t apply to all vehicles (or at least, not immediately). Hybrid vehicles can be sold until 2035, provided they can travel a “significant distance” in zero-emission mode. Plus, while only pure-electric (or hydrogen) cars can be sold new from 2035, second-hand petrol and diesel cars can still change hands and take to the road after that. There are hopes, too, that the government might revisit its ruling and offer exemption to drivers who own cars made by low-volume manufacturers and cover limited mileage. “If we can canvass the government,” Caterham CEO Graham MacDonald told Hagerty, “and say, ‘Look, the reality is that the cars are noisy and arguably dirty, but they get driven under 2000 miles per year – can there be an exception for low volume cars?’ And if they say yes, then great. We’ll continue selling the Seven as long as we can.” Perhaps we’ll reach a point where enthusiasts drive an EV for their daily commute – and treat themselves to a limited-mileage run in an ICE car at weekends. For now, with government decisions on that point still a way off, it’s very much in the interest of any ICE owner to investigate professional eco friendly car storage, ensuring the maximum lifespan from a model that might never be manufactured again. What positive developments are there? Concerns still linger over the prohibitive weight of EV batteries, which have traditionally added as much as 300kg and compromised performance. But the upturn in electric car sales – with three times more EVs and plug-in hybrid cars sold last October, year-on-year – isn’t just down to public panic-buying. Professional commentators are finding the latest EVs are not only viable but genuinely thrilling to drive. On a practical point, the UK’s charging network is growing fast – and if Nio’s scheme in China rolls out, we might find a national battery swapping system ends the EV’s long-standing Achilles heel. Beyond the vehicles already on forecourts, the industry is making giant leaps in EV design and development, with smaller firms who are less bound by red tape proving particularly agile. Consider the possibilities of Ariel’s Hipercar, or the confidence of Morgan’s CEO, Steve Morris, who believes his marque’s inimitable character will emerge intact in the EV era. “The EV technology within the marketplace is evolving at such a speed,” he told Hagerty. “We are assessing a number of drivetrain solutions and opportunities. Of course, the starting point for any discussion about a future Morgan EV is that it should be handcrafted, lightweight, exciting to drive and available in an almost infinite combination of tailoring options.” On the subject of character, keep in mind the rise of the converted classic, whether that’s the Jaguar E-type Zero (an official model built from the ground up, with impressive results) or the emerging companies who skilfully swap EV mechanics into an ICE chassis without casual observers being any the wiser. Or maybe the EV revolution will never come to pass at all, with Porsche and Siemens Energy working on a next-generation climate-neutral eFuel that could put a red pen through the government’s plans. Watch this space. Why choose eco friendly car storage? Nine years is a long time. Nobody can predict how the 2030 ICE car ban will play out. But at time of writing, the smart money says that stock of the great ICE cars is likely to dwindle after 2030, and if you’re lucky enough to own one, you should take steps to keep it in optimum condition and ready to enjoy, for as long as possible. That’s where Windrush’s eco friendly car storage comes in. Our philosophy is that preserving a car is best for you and the planet: after all, keeping your vehicle in working order stops you having to buy a new one. To that end, every element of our professional car storage is eco-minded, right down to the solar panels that help power our car storage facilities in Central London and the Cotswolds. At Windrush, we’re proud to offer the complete car storage solution. Following a thorough twelve-step induction, we’ll settle your vehicle in a dehumidified, climate-controlled indoor storage bay, maintained with 24/7 security, twice-daily checks and weekly battery and drip tray inspections. Plus, every 60 days, we’ll give your car an expert maintenance checkover and run it up to temperature on our internal rolling road. Whether you’re based in the countryside, or need London car storage, your vehicle couldn’t be in safer hands. To discover more about Windrush’s eco friendly car storage, get in touch.
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    The World’s Best Ice Drives

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    When winter bites, there are two courses of action for the car enthusiast. The first is to power down your vehicle for the season, either by planning your own long term car storage solution or by turning to the professionals at Windrush. But the second option is to embrace the sub-zero conditions and embark on one of the grandest adventures that off-grid motoring has to offer. Perhaps you’ve always been intrigued by the idea of an ice drive, but didn’t know where to start. This winter, take the plunge and try one of these five frosty routes picked out by Windrush’s luxury car storage team. Pello, Finland The Finns claim to have invented ice driving, and whether that’s true or not, the Scandinavian nation certainly has some of the finest stretches. Head for Pello in Lapland, check your vehicle over at the village of Juoksenki, then follow the Arctic Circle ice road that connects the borders of Finland and Sweden. Spellbinding in its untouched beauty, the route enjoys the best driving conditions between December and April. Arjeplog, Sweden Cross the border to Swedish Lapland and you’ll find a bewitching wilderness whose centrepiece – Lake Uddjaur – is a connoisseur’s choice amongst ice drivers. There’s a number of professional rally schools operating in the area who’ll supply all the gear – right down to the thermal underwear – and equip you with the stud-tyred BMWs and Volvos in which experienced drivers can potentially top out at over 60mph. Abondance, France Mother Nature is responsible for some of Europe’s most incredible ice roads, but head to the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in the French Alps and you’ll be awestruck by the continent’s biggest man-made circuit. Whether you bring your own car or rent the most popular Porsche Cayman and Alpine A110 models, Abondance’s hairpins and S-bends mean you’ll need your wits about you. If you’re staying at the ski resort of the same name, fit this once-in-a-lifetime experience into your holiday itinerary at all costs. Lake Khövsgöl, Mongolia Mongolian winters are perishingly cold – with temperatures routinely dropping to minus 58 degrees Fahrenheit – but you’ll find good cheer at Lake Khövsgöl in the northwest province of the same name. As the location of the annual Festival Of Ice, the ancient lake hosts myriad activities, from bone throwing to archery. But with ice as thick as 160cm, the most exciting pursuit is simply turning the key and heading for the horizon. Lake Baikal, Siberia Make no mistake, crossing this forty-mile natural skating rink in deepest Russia is not for first-timers – but if you’re a veteran ice driver seeking the ultimate challenge, Lake Baikal is the equivalent of Everest. Set in a bleakly beautiful landscape, the lake’s rough, bumpy, pitted surface – with the occasional foot-wide crevasse – means a local guide is essential, but if you make it across, you’ll have the kudos of all in the ice driving community. Warm up at Windrush classic car storage Come in out of the cold at Windrush’s long-term car storage facilities in London and the Cotswolds. We know exactly what warms the cockles of a cherished vehicle, and we pledge unbeatable attention to detail for the duration of your stay. You’ll notice the Windrush difference in our renowned twelve-step induction process, and that’s just the start of a prestige car storage service that always goes the extra mile, with ongoing maintenance and checkovers right through to the moment we hand back the keys. Rely on Windrush for luxury car storage with a warm welcome. We’re ready and waiting for your inquiry on info@windrushcarstorage.co.uk
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