Review: IVECO Daily 4x4
If you want the 4x4 version, which is available only in 5.5 or 7.0-tonne gross vehicle weight, then you will have to have passed your driving test before 1 January 1997 , or upgraded it to a Category C1 licence. Fortunately, because I’m old…
Review: Caddy California Maxi
Based on the fifth-generation VW Caddy Cargo van, the Caddy California Maxi is a versatile and practical addition to Volkswagen's lineup of camper vans. With its compact dimensions and functional design, it caters to both…
Review: Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana
The second generation Amarok has taken its time getting to us, but it’s finally here, with the help of Ford, of course. You can’t blame them, because of the
Review of the 2023 Genesis GV80 Sport
The GV80 Sport is a big, bold SUV with the road presence of a sumo wrestler in a Savile Row suit. But how does all that heft translate to the tarmac? Surprisingly well, actually.
Review: SsangYong Rexton 2.2 Diesel Ultimate
The last time I borrowed a Rexton was back in 2021, and I remember enjoying it, despite what all the mainstream car magazines said at the time. Don’t get me wrong, they all appreciated its…
Review: Genesis G80 Lux 2.5T
Updated for 2024, the big G80 is the first big 4-door saloon that I’ve driven in a long time, and it reminded me of how much I love big 4-door executive cruisers.
Review: Jimny by TWISTED
When I was invited to Twisted Automotive to have a drive in their reimagined Jimny, I was quite excited to find out what they’d done to it…
Review: MINI Countryman Cooper ‘Untamed Edition’
By now we all know what the MINI is, and the Countryman moniker offers a good combination of space, style and AWD. So, what extra pizazz does the Untamed edition give us?…
Review: Toyota Hilux GR Sport
I don’t think it would presumptuous of me to assume that everyone reading this will know what the Toyota Hilux is, after all, it’s been with us for over 50 years, and in that time has gained an enviable reputation for both ruggedness and reliability.
So what’s with the GR Sport moniker?
Review: BYD ATTO 3
Sometimes you come across a company you that haven’t seen or heard of before, and instinctively think they're new. Then you find out that not only are they the third most valuable car company in the world, and…
Review: SEAT ATECA SE Technology
I booked the Ateca 1.5 EcoTSI SE Technology 150PS 7-speed DSG knowing I had a six hour round trip to Bedfordshire, which I usually save for larger and more luxurious motors, but in my experience the Ateca always punches above its weight for long drives….
Review: Subaru Solterra Touring
It’s no secret that the Solterra is the almost identical sibling to Toyota’s bZ4X, but before you have disparaging thoughts of a simple badge swap, it has to be noted that Subaru helped to develop the platform used by both cars, as well as the off-road settings….
Review: Volkswagen T6 California 6.1 Ocean
Built and designed entirely by Volkswagen (not outsourced like Mercedes and Ford), the California is a converted VW Transporter - a good looking one at that, that gained plenty of admiring glances, thumbs-up and comments during our week together.
Review: Land Rover Defender V8
If you’ve been around green ovals for as long as me, you’ll know that this new model builds on decades of Land Rover V8 heritage…
Review: Cupra Formentor V2
With the familiar 310PS 2.0 litre engine mated to a seven-speed DSG gearbox, you can expect a 0-62mph time of just 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. And with all-wheel drive it isn’t just quick in a straight line, it can handles corners too….
Review: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid
With 462bhp, it’s the most powerful production car in Volkswagen’s history, and the first R model to utilise electric power, an eHybrid with plug-in hybrid technology - it’ll also set you back in excess of £70k, before options…
Review: Fiat 500X City Cross 1.0ltr
Fiat 500X City Cross 1.0L – where style meets practicality. Enjoy a smooth ride, advanced features, and Italian flair in this compact urban SUV.
Review: Hyundai KONA 1.6ltr T-GDi Premium GT
With 175bhp on tap, bung it into ‘sport’ mode and it’s quite a feisty car that’ll do 0-60mph 7.9 seconds…
First Drive: 2019 Skoda Fabia
On the outside, the keen eyed amongst you will notice a slightly wider front grille with slimmer lights, new rear bumper reflectors and LED daytime running lights which are now.…
First Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee
If you’ve ever been to Sicily you’ll be acutely aware of how poor the roads are; the Cherokee’s ride, on the other hand…