Car enthusiasts welcomed 2026 at a host of classic meets across the UK on New Year’s Day, with some unseasonably dry weather allowing old and new events to run at full strength – unlike last year’s st

A packed season of motoring fun is on the way and it’s filled with endless possibilities to make the most of your pride and joy. Here are the top things that we’d really recommend trying out

28 January – 1 February Rétromobile The 50th edition of the Paris show is set to include a special display of the seven BMW Art Cars that have raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including the M1 painte

18-19 April Goodwood Circuit, Westhampnett, UK Besides the popular SF Edge Trophy for Edwardian racers such as these, new for 2026 is the Phil Hill Cup for GTs and sports-racers built 1964-66, inspire

Paris show’s anniversary bash was packed with some of the event’s best classic displays yet

Next week sees the 50th edition of one of Europe’s best-known classic shows – here are our past highlights to whet your appetite