Consumers will be able to test drive new cars and place orders at the London Motor Show being held in May 2016.

The organisers hope the event, from May 5 to 8, will appeal to consumers, businesses and fleet operators. 

Tickets for the London Motor Show, to be staged at the Battersea Evolution Centre in May 2016, can now be pre-booked by visiting the show website www.thelondonmotorshow.co.uk.

The show will feature cars from leading vehicle manufacturers and, unlike previous exhibitions, visitors will be able to road test the car or cars of their choice as well as being able to place an order for their new car.

There will also be exhibits featuring automotive technology and developments, from hybrid to electric cars, plus developments in the important area of road safety.

HRH Prince Michael of Kent has agreed to be Patron of the London Motor Show, the first time that a member of the Royal Family has agreed to become this closely involved in a motor show in London.

An important element of the show is that it will appeal to a broad section of the motoring public from families to young drivers, fleet buyers and business users.