Most people are familiar with the term ‘supercar’, referring to a highly charged sports car that is ‘superior’ to most others on the road.
But you might not yet have heard of ‘Hypercars’, which surely sound like the same thing?
In truth, the two terms have very specific and very different meanings, so any petrolhead worth their salt should be sure to know the difference.
Let’s face it, supercars have never been designed with practicality in mind.
They’re built partly for looks, partly for performance – sleek, aerodynamic lines that allow the machine to be pushed to ever-higher top speeds.
And in this time of austerity and ecological concern, you could be forgiven for wondering if there is still a place for supercars in the automotive world.
The answer, though, is easily a resounding yes.
Battery-powered cars, also commonly known as electric vehicles or EVs, have been creeping into the mainstream for several years now.
To begin with they were little more than a gimmick – Honda’s solar-powered car was, for a long time, the only example anybody in the general public could probably name.
However, intensifying concerns about climate change and the impact of car exhaust emissions on global weather patterns have made battery-powered cars more and more desirable.
Now there are plenty of examples from well-known manufacturers, from hybrid models to the all-electric BMW i3, which recently claimed the title of UK Car of the Year at the inaugural 2014 ceremony of the new independent awards.
If you’re thinking of driving to a European ski resort, so that you can go at your own pace and take in some stunning scenery, then you shouldn’t feel too daunted by the task ahead.
However, there are several things you should keep in mind, or prepare in advance, so there are no nasty shocks once you hit the road.
1. Ride on Time
Make sure you know your schedule, and stick to it – particularly if you have to cross any water, such as the English Channel.
Arrive in plenty of time for ferry journeys, or remove this complication completely by having your car securely shipped ahead to the continent, and meeting up with it there to begin your road trip.
As sports cars go, there can’t be many people who wouldn’t love to own, or at least drive, a Ferrari. One of the most anticipated sports cars in 2014 therefore has to be the Ferrari LaFerrari. What it lacks for in name, it most certainly makes up for in every other way. Unveiled last year by Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo, the LaFerrari is as exclusive as you’d expect, with only 499 of these amazing cars being produced.
With its sleek, aerodynamic lines and futuristic look, this car has sex appeal by the bucket load and possesses beauty only associated with this brand. Debris-resistant Kevlar and carbon-fibre composite make up the underbody, whilst the tub is made from four different kinds of carbon-fibre making it lighter and stiffer than the Ferrari Enzo. The seats are integral to the car so the pedals and steering wheel are adjustable to accommodate the driver and for that personal touch, each seat will bear the name of the car’s owner.
Classic car transport requires that extra little bit of care and attention which is why at Ontime Global Automotive, we provide a specialised classic car transport service. Classic cars are, without exception, highly prized by their owners and we ensure each one is transported safely and on time so that the car reaches its destination in immaculate condition. Transporting your classic car internationally can be particularly worrying but rest assured that Ontime are Europe’s largest enclosed car delivery operator so are experts in this field.
Covered car transport means exactly that – the transportation of cars in purpose built enclosed vehicles.
At Ontime Automotive, we are proud to be specialists in many sectors of the automotive industry and in our global automotive transport services division, we cover all your car transport needs throughout the UK and Europe. Our exquisitely maintained fleet of transporters, in which we are continually investing, can transport all manner of cars including luxury cars, classic cars, new car dealer deliveries, cars for motorshows and even prototype clay models in our fully temperature-controlled transporters.
“Our experienced International Car Transport team plan, manage and track your vehicle movement to door!”
Shipping your car internationally can be a daunting task. Handing over the vehicle that you’ve spent thousands or sometimes hundreds of thousands of pounds on can turn even the most assured person in a quivering wreck.
Knowing that your vehicle will be in the hands of professionals helps to alleviate some of those concerns. Choosing the right International Car Transport courier could send you down a long and treacherous road (excuse the pun), but not anymore.
Providing quality and punctual enclosed car transport services is second nature to us at OnTime Global Automotive Transport Services. By combing a fleet of highly specified enclosed car transporters and a team of experienced staff and drivers, we have the knowledge, experience and resources to fulfill all specialist enclosed car transport needs.
Due to continuous investment in our enclosed car transport fleet, our customers can relax in the knowledge that their vehicles will always be delivered on time and in pristine condition. Furthermore, the size of our fleet and the skill-sets within our experienced team mean that we can handle high volume business or unique, one off requirements.
“Established in 1945, we’re the number one for all your automotive requirements” says Justin Brinklow the managing director of Ontime Automotive…. and he’s right. At Ontime Automotive we believe that we have unearthed a much needed niche in the automotive industry, offering services across a number of automotive sectors whilst remaining specialists in all.
Core to our success is our strong belief that, to be true to our UK customers, we should be wholly managed from home shores. Currently we employ over 500 staff and we are the owner-operators of 400 vehicles that operate throughout Europe which makes us Europe’s largest enclosed car transport delivery operator.