A British sports car, whose determined lady driver beat the Nazis to win Olympic gold at the Berlin Games of 1936, has revved into London 2012.

James Bond star Daniel Craig performed a top secret mission right under the noses of the world's media at this week's royal global premier of the latest 007 movie, Skyfall, which goes on general release today.

RAY MASSEY: As controversial table-manners go, it certainly beats resting on your elbows. This remarkable stunt came as the dashing Earl of March hosted a sumptuous sponsors and press dinner.

Mercedes-Benz' new flagship S-Class limousine, pictured, could be the cleverest car on the road; it can 'see' potholes and bumps ahead, writes RAY MASSEY.

All roads lead to Germany next week as the Frankfurt Motor Show gets under way. Mercedes-Benz will be showing off its first-ever SUV.

This is not so much a van as a luxurious business-class aircraft cabin on wheels. I had to ferry three adults, two growing teenagers, and luggage.

Let's hear it for 12 plucky drivers who drove for 24 hours at an average speed of 125 mph in British-built Vauxhall Astra hatchbacks.

Just in time to add to your New Year wish list comes Mercedes-Benz's latest version of its C-Class compact saloons. And what a high-tech feast it is.

As the new year plates arrive, car sales look set to flourish as people are enjoying PPI claim payouts and cheap credit.

Although Motoring Editor Ray Massey is a fan of electric cars, he has concerns over how practical they are.

Melanie Sykes, who is the new presenter of BT Sport's MotoGP TV coverage, has opted for the nippy Fiat 500 super-mini convertible.

A few weeks ago Ray branded the Government's electric car policy being in a mess. His Whitehall sources tell him it rattled cages at the Department for Transport.

Mazda promises great performance, economy, safety and driving fun when the supermini reaches Britain early next year, priced from around £13,000.

Expect prices from around £25,500 to about £43,000 for the pumped-up CLA45 AMG, which will accelerate from rest to 62mph in 4.7 seconds, thanks to its 360 bhp, 2-litre turbo engine.

It's Mercedes-Benz's its answer to rival BMW's X6 sports utility vehicle. It will be launched at the Detroit Motor Show next month. The new GLE Coupe is to get sporty styling and improved suspension.

Including the new BMW 6 Series Convertible, Coupe and Gran Coupe. The cabriolet will go from rest to 62 mph in just 5.5 seconds. All petrol models will have a sports tuned exhaust system.

The Czech company beat rivals BMW and Range Rover to win the title. The original Skoda Fabia won the award 15 years ago as well. Since VW took over the firm, Skoda has shed its joke reputation.

The new prototype is a two-door 'crossover' aimed at young families but the final version will be a four-door petrol-electric hatchback crossover. It includes a permanent integrated child seat.

Just as George Osborne ratcheted up company car tax for thousands of motorists, German giant BMW unveiled its new 'budget buster' — its first mainstream plug-in petrol-electric hybrid SUV.

Having test-driven one for a week, I'm impressed with Volvo's exceptionally striking, high-tech and nimble XC90 sports utility vehicle.

French giant, Renault, will release new model to Brits in autumn although it will go on sale on the continent in the summer. Renault bosses say it's aimed at those with an adventurous spirit.

Charge up your flux capacitors! We're going back to the future with Tesla Motors' unveiling of its gull-winged, all-electric sports utility vehicle.

She's best known as the 'cash me ousside' girl. Danielle Bregoli—stage name Bhad Bhabie—was nominated for top female rap artist at the Billboard Awards on Sunday in Las Vegas.

She is scheduled to perform at Sunday night's Billboard Music Awards. But Dua Lipa was already a showstopper when she walked the star-studded red carpet at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

A number of the winners for Sunday night's Billboard Music Awards have already been announced. Drake, Cardi B, and Jay-Z are among those taking home non-televised prizes.

She first rose to fame as the twelve-year-old ukulele playing winner of America's Got Talent in 2016 And two year's on, Sunday's Billboard Music Awards showcased just

She;s spent an incredible four decades in the spotlight.

BTS, the K-Pop boy band, took to the Billboard 2018 Music Awards stage to perform their new single Fake Love at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and impressed many with their production.

The 28-year-old pop diva's face served a range of dramatic emotions before breaking into laughter

Camila Cabello cancelled her performance on Taylor Swift’s Reputation tour after being hospitalized following the 2018 Billboard Music Awards, where she won the Chart Achievement accolade.

Taylor Swift was confirmed to open the 2019 Billboard Music Awards with the premiere performance of her hotly anticipated new track ME!

Madonna is splashing her own cash to the tune of $5 million to ensure a showstopping comeback performance at the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday. 

Taylor Swift and Brendon Urie have prime seating for the show, based on photos of the seating arrangement for the A-list music event. And the Jonas Brothers will bring their high profile partners.

In honour of Madonna performing at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards in LAs Vegas on Wednesday, here's a look back on the Queen of Pop's seven most iconic live performances

Taylor Swift's biggest fans scrutinized the 29-year-old singer's look on the 2019 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Thursday to the point that she was hinting at the title of her upcoming album.

Priyanka Chopra looked mesmerizing in a plunging white sequined gown as she packed on the PDAs with hubby Nick Jonas at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Madonna was determined to come back from her career hiatus with a bang at the Billboards Awards on Wednesday night.

Drake took to the stage on Wednesday at the Billboard Music Awards to accept the Top Billboard 200 Album for Scorpion, when he gave an surprise shout-out.

She's no stranger when it comes to bringing the glamour to the red carpet. 

Chantel Jeffries left nothing to the imagination as she made a sizzling arrival to the Billboard Music Awards 2019 at the MGM Las Vegas on Wednesday.

The celebrity couple not surprisingly need a little caffeine jolt after a whirlwind 24 hours that also saw Nick take the stage with brothers Joe and Kevin to perform at Billboard Music Awards.

Game of Thrones fans took to social media on Sunday to share their reactions as the fourth episode of the final season delivered some shocking moments.

Madonna will tour for the first time in four years with her new Madame X album.

Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas made their red carpet debut as husband and wife on Monday, at the star-studded Met Gala in New York.

Swift - who turns 30 on Friday - took aim at the 38-year-old record exec in the pointed speech after he acquired Swift's music catalog when acquiring Scott Borchetta's Big Machine Label Group.

Taylor Swift (who turns 30 tomorrow) stunned as she posed on the red carpet at the Billboard Women in Music event where she was honored for Woman of the Decade.

Instead of being stuck with stingy annuities, retirees now have the freedom to dip into their pensions using income drawdown.

Retirees can now find more flexible income from drawdown, multi-asset funds and so called 'third- way' products that combine annuities and exposure to the stock market.

Pension age deadlines are more fluid as older people have gained greater control over retirement dates and finances - but some birthdays are still markers for decisions and action.

Elderly investors have to balance the need to make withdrawals yet keep a pot as intact as possible - whether to avoid running out of money or bequeath a pension to loved ones.