We test drive a new car from a new brand – the all-electric Xpeng G6 mid-sized electric SUV… The latest EV brand from China to reach Europe has its work cut out. Just for starters, its family SUV is pitched against the Tesla Model Y – the world’s most popular …
Read More »ORA Funky Cat review
We road test the first car from a new brand to the UK – the ORA Funky Cat EV… With its cool name and retro looks, this affordable electric hatchback is our introduction to ORA – one of five brands owned by Chinese car giant, Great Wall Motor. Founded in …
Read More »New Chinese EV completes record-breaking journey
Chinese car manufacturer Aiways has claimed a Guinness World Records title for the “longest journey by an electric vehicle (prototype)” after two of its U5 EVs completed an epic 9,334-mile (15,022 km) road trip from China to Germany. Starting in Xi’an, China, a team of engineers tackled extreme weather and …
Read More »SsangYong Rexton SUVs tackle epic challenge
The first new SsangYong Rextons have arrived in the UK after a marathon 13,000km ‘test drive’ from South Korea. They completed their 50-day trek from the SsangYong factory in Pyeongtaek via Beijing and the Silk Road. Designed to test the vehicles in extreme conditions, the Rexton Trans Eurasia Trail travelled …
Read More »Extreme weather testing for new Jaguar E-Pace
The E-Pace – Jaguar’s new “compact” SUV – has been undergoing final tests in the world’s most demanding environments ahead of its global premiere on July 13. Slotting in below the F-Pace, the fastest-selling Jaguar ever, engineers are “ensuring it is not only a driver’s car but a dynamic and …
Read More »Epic journey for VW camper van fans
Five Volkswagen fans have arrived in Germany after a marathon three-month journey from Malaysia in south-east Asia. Driving three Bullis and one Beetle, they crossed two continents and travelled 12,420 miles before reaching their destination – the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles assembly plant in Hannover. When they arrived, they were greeted …
Read More »Range Rover’s birthday challenge
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 …
Read More »Renault Kadjar crossover revealed
Meet the new Renault Kadjar – big brother to the French giant’s popular Captur crossover SUV. It may have an odd name, but it looks good and it will be up against the all-conquering Nissan Qashqai when it goes on sale this autumn. Other rivals in this highly competitive sector …
Read More »Beckham signs for Jaguar
Sporting icon David Beckham has joined Jaguar as brand ambassador for China. The former England star will feature in print and TV advertising campaigns for Jaguar in one of its most significant international markets. “I’ve always been an admirer of Jaguar – from the styling and design to the feel …
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