The evergreen Peugeot 2008 is a familiar sight on our roads, but can it still mix it with the new kids on the block in the hotly contested small crossover segment? What is it? Originally launched in 2013, the 2008 was refreshed in 2016 and is marketed as an SUV. …
Read More »Meet the futuristic tyre that cleans the air we breathe
Goodyear Tyres has launched its vision for the future – a concept tyre that cleans the air we breathe, recycles worn tyres, generates its own electricity and communicates at the speed of light. The tyre giant claims it “literally brings the future of mobility to life as a visionary solution …
Read More »Bentley unveils “world’s first luxury hybrid”
Bentley has taken the wraps off what’s claimed to be the world’s first luxury hybrid car, the Bentayga Hybrid. In Bentley’s first step towards full electrification, the plug-in hybrid model combines an advanced electric motor with a powerful and efficient V6 petrol engine. The Bentayga Hybrid will be the company’s …
Read More »Ford’s UK sales buck the trend
Ford achieved its highest February UK registrations since 2004 across passenger cars and commercial vehicles. According to the official SMMT figures, overall February car sales in the UK were down 2.8% at 80,805 registrations, compared with February 2017. However, Ford reversed the industry trend with car sales up 21.6% compared …
Read More »Luxurious new Range Rover SV Coupé revealed
Land Rover is going back to the future with the launch of a two-door version of its flagship Range Rover. The dramatic Range Rover SV Coupé pays homage to the original car – the world’s first full-size luxury SUV – launched in 1970 and initially only available as a two-door. …
Read More »Volvo XC40 wins European Car of the Year
Volvo’s XC40 compact SUV has been named Car of the Year in Europe for 2018. Six other new cars – the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi A8, BMW 5-Series, Citroen C3 Aircross, Kia Stinger and Seat Ibiza – were vying for the prestigious title. A jury of 60 journalists from 23 …
Read More »Hyundai i30 N review
There’s a real buzz surrounding the new i30 N – the first car from Hyundai’s new ‘N’ performance sub-brand – but is it just hype or can it mix it with established hot hatch rivals? What is it? Based on the underrated i30 hatchback, the i30 N is front-wheel drive …
Read More »Top 10 worst roads in England
England’s worst roads have been revealed, following a Freedom of Information request by online car and van parts store, Car Parts 4 Less. Using council data, the North West is home to the worst road in England with Oldham Road in Manchester racking up a grand total of 741 complaints …
Read More »Radical Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV revealed
Jaguar has officially launched the I-Pace, the company’s first all-electric SUV, at an event in London streamed globally. Available to order now, it will be priced from £63,495 in the UK (excluding government incentives). The I-Pace gets electrifying all-wheel drive performance from twin Jaguar-designed electric motors with a combined 400PS …
Read More »Mobile phone madness revealed by Admiral
New research by insurance specialist Admiral has exposed the stark truth about mobile phone use at the wheel. One year since the mobile phone penalty doubled to £200, more than 20,000 motorists have been caught – the equivalent of nearly 70 a day. Reviewing data from its own customer base, …
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