Car IndicatorsFreelance motoring writer and member of the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers with a love of cars, motorbikes and running.
I lied about the love of motorbikes. They scare me to death - although I would like to own a Ducati 996 in red which I would just look at but never ride. No, not ever.
PARENTS worried about their kids’ screentime this summer are being offered reassurance from two professional race drivers who’ve developed childhood skills from playing motorsports video games into successful careers.
Nissan Formula E Team race driver Sacha Fenestraz and sim driver Luca Ghiotto both say that time spent playing driving games when they were younger have helped them hone essential skills … Read the rest
NEVER one for simply following accepted convention, Mazda have introduced an all-new engine to their flagship CX-60 range – and it’s a diesel. A bold move indeed, considering how many manufacturers are gearing up for an ICE-free future (irony fully intended).
However, recent events point to a future that may see the Internal Combustion Engine survive (nay, even THRIVE) beyond … Read the rest
FOLLOWING the positive feedback on the one-off presented in summer 2022, MINI is going ahead with a small series of all-electric MINI Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2 kWh/62 miles according to WLTP; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km, Energy Consumption – 3.6 miles/kWh), representing another big step in the direction of electric mobility.
“Three years ago, we launched the MINI … Read the rest
I MUST admit to feeling a little torn when it comes to Electric Vehicles. I love the way EVs drive but I hate the charging infrastructure in the UK, which is utterly shocking (pun intended).
And it’s not just the lack of forward-planning that tarnishes the EV-experience. Selfish individuals that park their diesel Audi A3 in the only charging bay … Read the rest
THE Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is now on sale in the UK with prices starting at £90,560 for the EQE 350 4MATIC AMG Line.
Luxury EQE SUV includes cutting-edge tech and best-in-class comfort from air suspension to climatised front seats.
The entry-level EQE SUV 350 4MATIC comes with a broad selection of equipment as standard. Inside, customers can enjoy fully electric … Read the rest
IF you are currently considering a new vehicle purchase, there is every chance that an electric vehicle (EV) will be top of your list. You may already own a hybrid vehicle but are looking to go fully electric, or you may be thinking that now is the right time to get off the carbon-fuelled merry-go-round and do your bit for … Read the rest
The new Giulia and Stelvio are making their debuts. These two award-winning models have won over the international community thanks both to the brand’s trademark driving dynamics and the timeless design which makes any Alfa Romeo vehicle a moving work of art. The distinct Alfa Romeo take on the beauty of Italian design has been made even more seductive and … Read the rest
NOW, that’s more like it. The new Ford Puma ST may not be as svelt or cute as the well-loved Puma of the 80s, but now it has some credibility when it comes to mixing it up with the Golf GTi or any of the plethora of hot hatches that are still around these days.
Outwardly the Puma ST is … Read the rest
MAZDA have managed to make things a little complicated when it comes to identifying their SUV’s. But bear with me . . .
Their smallest SUV – the CX-3 – appears to have disappeared from the scene at the moment. No doubt it will re-emerge before long with a major update. Probably.
The larger CX-5 has recently had an overhaul … Read the rest
HAVING recently moved into a new-build property, I was keen to get the freshly-concreted garage floor sealed and dust-free at the earliest opportunity. Concrete-dust is not only bad for your health but can dull the paint on your car, over time.
Sure, a newly-laid concrete floor should be fine, but with vehicles coming in and out, jacks and ramps being … Read the rest