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Press release from the recently launched Blue Oval Network, a website that is aiming to unite Ford fans around the globe: 

The Network for Ford Enthusiasts – The “Face Book” for Ford Lovers!Launched this week, the internet world will be taken by storm with revolutionary software for the lovers of ALL Fords. It has been developed taking all the best elements found in forums, car clubs and social networking to create a home online for all Ford enthusiasts.With the wide acceptance of social networking sites like Facebook we felt that combining this style of technology with the passion that Ford lovers have for their cars, would bring a greater benefit to the Ford community worldwide.This will be a first in the way that social networking has been applied for Ford owners and the site welcomes any Ford Enthusiast and Performance Orientated owner from across the range, both old and new.The site takes members beyond the club scene, connecting like minded enthusiasts around the world, thus providing a greater access to all. Members will now have the choice to interact with Ford Owners both online and offline, like never before.

You will have the ability to form friendships, take part in meet ups, car shows and social events, form groups, play online games, chat with other users live. With Photo sharing, personal pages and fan pages, you will be able to share news and reviews, stories and information as it happens. We anticipate that the site will be expanded as the number of members grows.

Website: http://www.theblueovalnetwork.com

The Leamington 100 annual car and bike show is back, taking to the streets of Leamington Spa on Sunday 20 September for a cruise down the Parade before arriving at the Pump Room Gardens.

This promises to be a great day out for all the family, with plenty of entertainment including live music and face painting in addition to the car and bike awards that will be handed out in several categories.

If you would like to enter your vehicle for the show and join the calvacade, all that is required is a set of wheels and a small donation to the very worthy WNAA (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance). Public admittance is free. You read that right!

Click here to download the 2009 Programme.

Click here to download the full show and entry details.

See also: The Leamington 100 on Facebook.

This week sees the addition of Harley Davidson specialists Lightning Services to UK American’s listings. Proprietor Baz Sullivan tells us more:
 
While Harley Davidson and Buell are the speciality of the house, Lightning Services offers services to owners of other classic and custom bikes. Spares, servicing, tyres, repairs and accessories. Although not a MoT Test Station, to complete the range of services on offer we offer an MoT Test Service in conjunction with our partner Riverside MoT Centre. There’s a friendly welcome for owners of all makes.
 
Fixed Price Service Menus for Harley Davidson and Buell start from only £120.00. Lightning Services also offer Insurance approved repairs, engineering, component overhaul, restoration, refinishing and customisation services. There’s a specialist motorcycle only tyre bay.
 
Quality consumables, OEM and aftermarket parts and the latest computerised diagnostic system from Techno Research mean that Lightning Services can meet the needs of owners with the latest models as well as those with classic machines. As well as OEM and Pattern parts, as an Authorised Dealership for the top names in the Harley and Custom aftermarket, Lightning Services can supply a wide range of parts for custom bikes too. We can also commission bespoke motorcycle parts from our partners that are suitable for restorations and customs.
 
We also offer full custom bike building and classic bike full or part restoration services.
 
Customising, restoration, refinishing, engine and gearbox work can be shipped to customers across mainland Britain.
 
Lightning Services
Unit NB1, Hilperton Marsh Farm, Marsh Road, Hilperton
Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 7PJ
01225 785164

2 Mill Street, Lloyds Wharf, London SE1 2BD

Thursday, 27th November 2008

Tentazioni Restaurant, voted in the top third Italian Restaurants in London, highly recommended by Harden’s Guide, and recently refurbished, are continuing their tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving Day on Thursday 27th November 2008.

Head chef Riccardo Giacomini and his team invite you to join them on this special occasion. Riccardo was recently rated by Zagat, just one point behind the famous Gordon Ramsay for his food.

Website: http://www.tentazioni.co.uk/

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