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SUVs may be riding high in the sales charts, but new research has found that MPVs are the superior choice for families with young children thanks to their capacity to accommodate a greater number of child seats. What Car? tested 16 vehicles, from luxury SUVs to MPVs, to see how …

Buying a new car is an exciting experience, but there are a few things to bear in mind as you drive your pride and joy away from the showroom. IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman, has these tips for running in a new car… Allow the …

With World No Tobacco Day just around the corner (May 31), it’s a perfect time to remind motorists that there’s another good reason to quit smoking – the habit can also dent vehicle values. “If you’re a smoker, the first thing a dealer will do is knock back the price …

Five tips for fighting fatigue for drivers, courtesy of breakdown and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist. As we head towards the summer holidays, drivers need to be properly rested before setting off on long journeys. Being tired when you’re driving raises the risk of a collision, because you’re less …

The all-new Jeep Gladiator will premiere in Europe this summer at Camp Jeep, the highlight of the year for fans of the seven slots. The 2019 event will take place between 12–14 July in San Martino di Castrozza, Italy. First revealed to the world at the Los Angeles Motor Show …

A striking green Volkswagen Amarok is the subject of a glossy new 220-page coffee table travel book. From Sweden to Gran Canaria and Ukraine all the way to Portugal, the Amarok Adventure Guide presents 16 off-road routes with varying levels of difficulty. In all, the big pick-up from Volkswagen Commercial …

A treasure trove of Fiat, Lancia, Abarth and Alfa Romeo cars is about to open its doors to the public. Set in the former Officina 81 site in Via Plava, part of the huge industrial area of Mirafiori, more than 250 vehicles are on display, including rare concepts, race and …

It’s been a big week for Skoda with the Czech brand marking two important automotive achievements. Firstly, it’s the 60th birthday of the Octavia, Skoda’s most successful model in the UK and a multi-million seller around the world. Second, the 500,000th third-generation Superb has rolled off the production line in …

The Ford Fiesta has long been the most popular new car in the UK, but have you ever wondered what are the biggest-selling cars in Europe? We’ve scanned through the data for 2018, supplied by automotive analysts JATO Dynamics, to reveal what’s hot and what’s not on the continent. The …

With the UK in the midst of Storm Gareth, IAM RoadSmart has some crucial advice to help you drive safely in the rain. As head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman, states: “With the British weather the way it is, we should all be well practised at driving in the …