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Find out why six out of 10 motorists want the driving age raised from 17 to 18 years… You have to be 18 before you can take to the road in most European countries, but 17-year-olds have been able to drive in the UK since the driving test was introduced …

Motorists advised to prepare their cars for the months ahead with a set of simple checks. We’ve teamed up with automotive expert Trevor Eastman of Haynes Car Manuals to offer a list of top tips to help you stay out of trouble on the roads this winter. “There are some …

You’ve heard of beer goggles? Well, Ford has created a “Drug Driving Suit” to simulate the effects of driving under the influence of drugs. The unique suit is part of Ford’s free Driving Skills for Life training for young people aged 18-24. Research shows that drivers are up to 30 times …

Honda motorsport stars have been showcasing the brand’s success on two and four wheels at Italy’s Circuito Tazio Nuvolari. Honda’s worlds of two and four wheels came together as the Castrol Honda World Touring Car Championship team joined LCR Honda MotoGP and a selection of Civic Type Rs at Cervesina. …

Paper bridge stunt kicks off Range Rover’s 45th anniversary celebrations at China’s Guangzhou Motor Show. Land Rover’s flagship SUV was driven across a bridge made of paper, supplied by specialist British manufacturer James Cropper PLC. The freestanding structure in Suzhou, China, spanned five metres without glue or bolts to hold …

Bond actress Naomie Harris launches the new Range Rover Evoque Convertible on Santa Monica beach. The new car, which is the “first luxury compact convertible SUV”, will be officially unveiled to the public at the LA Auto Show later this week. Naomie, who plays Miss Moneypenny in SPECTRE, said: “I …

Would you pay £25,000 for a Range Rover Sport first owned by David Beckham? The football icon’s car will go under the hammer at Classic Car Auctions’ sale on December 5 at the Warwickshire Exhibition Centre. With every optional extra conceivable included, there’s even a “Designed for David Beckham” plaque …

Bentley has unveiled the Bentayga First Edition to a select group of VIP customers in Los Angeles. The exclusive limited edition of the most powerful SUV in production is restricted to just 608 cars globally – the first 608 customers. The number relates to the metric power output of the …

Racing driver Andy Wallace has been reunited with his 1988 Le Mans-winning Jaguar XJ-R9 LM at Silverstone. Andy also got bang up to date during his day-and-night track sessions, also driving the new 550PS, 5.0-litre supercharged V8 Jaguar XJR. Driving at night on the Silverstone circuit gave Andy the opportunity …

Looking for a competitively priced, big, luxurious SUV with excellent off-road capability? Consider the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee… It may not be the obvious choice in the UK, but remember, Jeep started it all with 2016 marking the company’s 75th anniversary. The Grand Cherokee isn’t just a handsome beast, it’s …