James Ruppert

1 week ago | freecarmag.com | James Ruppert

They did it. Deep down, I knew it was only a matter of time. As soon as those supersized “Renault 5s” broke cover, astronomically missing the point, I knew it was going to happen. Still, this one feels kind of personal. I haven’t watched Peugeot’s advert for the 208 (is it 208?) GTI in its entirety. I simply couldn’t be arsed. I saw the bit where a load of 205 GTIs were driven to Le Mans and that was enough for me. The thing is, I’ve been to Le Mans in a 205GTI.

1 week ago | freecarmag.com | James Ruppert

Here is the thing, I wasn’t going to get myself all agitated about the launch of a new electricity car. What’s the point? It is what it is, heavy and rather pointless. However it was the manner of this particular vehicle launch which annoyed me the most and the manner in which it was conducted. First off it was conducted at the 24h of Le Mans circuit, just before the famous race was about to occur. So far so good for them.

1 week ago | jamesruppert.substack.com | James Ruppert

Androids are fine with a great big battery under their synthetic arse, not a thing that Philip. K.Dick may have considered, but in the future we were supposed to have flying cars (Blade Runner was set in November 2019). No flying cars, but certainly loads of electric ones by then. Thanks for reading Bangernomics! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Yes I have got a thing about electric cars. Thirty years ago I was a member of the Battery Vehicle Society (BVS).

1 week ago | freecarmag.com | James Ruppert

You can still find these great kits in various places. First off, how about a scale model of a Peugeot 205 GTi from IXO CollectionsBuild an accurate replica of the Peugeot 205 GTI Red with this full kit at 1/8 scale. This officially licensed Peugeot model features metal and plastic parts, offering exceptional realism. Ideal for (not-so!) miniature car collectors, this kit allows you to construct a highly detailed model of this legendary hot hatchback from the 1980s.

2 weeks ago | freecarmag.com | James Ruppert

The Alliance of British Drivers, The Motorcycle Action Group and Fair Fuel share all the important stories about motoring, the environment and politics which affect us all on a day to day driving basis. Here are the headlines and the link below you need to find out the truth. It has all the storiesIf This Works, We Win: Why the Continuity Charter Changes Everything:https://dfleming.substack.com/p/if-this-works-we-win-why-the-continuityNo matter what the weather does, it’s always our fault.