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Go big with new Lancia Delta Integrale model kit

1/12 large-scale rally legend sets new standards in plastic car kits

Italian model company Italeri has raised the bar for scale model cars with the launch of its stunning new Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16v.

Produced in 1/12 scale, the Integrale boasts a whole host of features in a model which will appeal to seasoned modellers as it will … Read the rest

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Car Reviews

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 300 de AMG Line – Review

HAVING the right tools for the job is always reassuring, so when I realized my 700-mile round-trip, to visit family and friends back in England, coincided with the delivery of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class 300 de then I knew the journey would be a relaxed affair that wouldn’t put too much of a strain on the pocket either. 

And that’s not … Read the rest

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Skoda Enyaq wins Scottish Car of the Year – News

Association of Scottish Motoring Writers President Jack McKeown with Scottish Car of the Year the Skoda Enyaq and Head of Marketing for Skoda UK Kirsten Stagg in South Queensferry.

Skoda’s Enyaq has got off to an electrifying start by being crowned Scottish Car of the Year.

The all-electric SUV lifted the top title in a fantastic night for Skoda that … Read the rest

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Car Reviews

Polestar 2 Long range Dual motor – Review

POLESTAR is the car company you may not be too familiar with at the moment, but if you’re a fan of electric vehicles (EVs) then it’s one you really should get to know. 

Once the “black-ops” department for Volvo, Polestar sexed-up and beefed-up the Swedish brand for a number of years before finally becoming a marque-unto-itself – although still owned by Volvo … Read the rest

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Winter wheel packages from Bentley

BENTLEY is launching new winter wheel packages for the upcoming colder season. Customers who are interested in a fresh new look for their Bentley can choose to prepare their car for winter, with an elegant 21″ alloy wheel – bringing new visual appeal to match the enhanced winter performance offered by Bentley’s Pirelli winter tyres.

There are four 21” winter … Read the rest

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Tool Reviews

Make an impact this Christmas – Ryobi and Erbauer 18V Cordless Impact Wrenches – Review

IF, like many motorists, you’ve struggled to remove a wheel because the wheel nuts feel as though they’ve been welded to the hub, then you’ve probably been a victim of “rattle-gun fever” at your local tyre-fitter. 

Well, those rattle-guns – or Impact Wrenches – are now available to the home mechanic at a price that won’t break the bank and … Read the rest

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Events News

The Emira – a remarkable farewell to the internal combustion engine for Lotus

I WAS recently lucky enough to be invited to take a look at the all-new Lotus Emira at its Almada Street, Hamilton, showroom; and although there would be no opportunity for a drive, I was looking forward to seeing Lotus’s last-ever petrol-powered sports car in the flesh, so headed off in the direction of Glasgow.

It certainly didn’t disappoint. Glossy images of … Read the rest

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Car Detailing/Cleaning

Meguiar’s Deluxe Car Care Kit V2 from Halfords – Review

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your car-loving relative or friend, then Halfords have a Christmas-cracker of an offer on right now. 

The Meguiar’s Deluxe Car Care Kit V2 costs just £47.60 and includes seven of the most popular products from the detailing-specialist’s range. That’s a huge saving of almost 50% against buying the products individually – and … Read the rest

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The new Honda HR-V e:HEV – not just the average car? – News

THE average car will see 30 day trips, 2,496 songs played – and 24 spillages in the typical year.

A study of 2,000 motorists revealed the average vehicle will cover off 62 miles per week – that’s 3,224 annually – and see three bouts of car sickness while doing so.

While a whopping 43 hours will be spent sitting … Read the rest

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Car Reviews

Volvo XC60 Recharge T6 R-Design – Review

WHENEVER a Volvo arrives for review, I always have the same feeling of contentment; like an old friend is visiting and I know I can just be myself and relax in the knowledge that everything is going to be fine. 

Okay, maybe that’s a little over the top; everything is not always “fine” – I haven’t driven a Volvo yet … Read the rest