PistonHeads, the UK’s largest motoring community and leading marketplace for premium, performance, and collectible cars, has launched its long-awaited mobile app — marking a bold new chapter in the platform’s evolution. The unveiling took place at the PistonHeads Annual Service at Bicester Motion on 9 August 2025, an event that drew a record-breaking 7,000 enthusiasts.
Designed to bring the full PistonHeads experience directly to mobile devices, the new app combines the thrill of live auctions with smart search functionality and seamless community engagement. Buyers and sellers can now browse, bid, and list vehicles directly from their phone, while instant saved search notifications ensure users never miss out on their next dream car.
Among its standout features are live auctions offering real-time bidding across a spectrum of desirable models — from modern classics to high-performance icons. A new “Make an Offer” function introduces flexibility to the sales process, enabling a more personalised exchange between buyers and sellers.
The app also integrates PistonHeads’ much-loved forums — home to over 40 million posts — alongside a dedicated editorial hub for the latest automotive news, expert opinion, and event coverage. A personalised feed of upcoming events ensures users stay connected to the wider motoring world.
“The new app is built with the PistonHeads community at heart,” said Alyssa Moledina, Head of Product & Design at PistonHeads. “We’ve reimagined what buying and selling performance and collectible cars should feel like — fast, intuitive, and exciting. Live auctions and smart features, such as saved search notifications and offers, make it easier than ever to connect buyers and sellers. And this is only the beginning — we’re already working on the next wave of updates.”
The launch was fittingly timed with the return of the PistonHeads Annual Service, powered by Michelin. This year’s gathering not only set a new attendance record but also raised funds to support families affected by the recent fire at Bicester Motion. The event, celebrating everything PistonHeads represents — community, passion, and performance — provided the perfect stage for this digital milestone.
Available now on both iOS and Android, the PistonHeads app represents the first phase of a major upgrade to the platform, with more innovations already in development to enhance buying, selling, and community interaction.
