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
KIA have recently brought their best-selling family SUV bang-up-to-date with a radical new look that makes the 5th-generation Sportage a bit of a stunner both inside and out.
Taking design cues from the all-electric EV6, the new Sportage is striking from both front and rear with sharply contoured boomerang-like LEDs at the front and a swooping, fastback design … Read the rest
Genesis is the brand you may never have heard of.
If you’re now thinking of Phil Collins then you need to re-read the above. We’re talking about premium cars from Korea, not prog-rock from Surrey.
Genesis is the luxury division of the Hyundai Motor Group – much like Lexus is to Toyota or Infiniti is to Nissan. Except posher. Much … Read the rest
SUZUKI is always a manufacturer you can rely on when it comes to value for money with no compromise on tech – especially if you’re after a reliable 4×4 that won’t break the bank.
Sitting between the Vitara and the Across is the new Suzuki S-Cross that is a perfectly-sized SUV for the growing family. And yes, it’s available with … Read the rest
THE Ford Mustang Mach 1 is not a car for those who wish to go quietly and anonymously about their business. It’s the exact opposite. If you don’t like perfect strangers accosting you at the petrol station with a hundred questions about your car, or neighbours who suddenly appear on your driveway just “wanting a chat”, then don’t buy the … Read the rest
AS I’ve mentioned in previous articles, welcoming a Volvo into my life has always been a moment of joy. Always stylish, always clever and always a calming, relaxed and stress-reducing driving experience.
However, the fully-electric XC40 Recharge model was causing me some concern as I eyed it up on my driveway. . .Not because I doubted the Swedish manufacturer’s ability … Read the rest
THE Grenadier is a modern, workhorse 4X4 designed, engineered and built to world-class standards. Starting from £49,000 RRP in the UK, its simple model line-up provides the basis for buyers to easily select and configure their perfect Grenadier with a wide range of options and accessories.
A WORKHORSE VEHICLE WITH COMFORT AND REFINEMENT AS STANDARD
The Grenadier is available as … Read the rest
IF ultimate refinement along with unbeatable practicality is your idea of SUV nirvana, then the Mercedes-Benz GLS is likely to be on your shortlist.
Eye-watering prices aside, the Rolls Royce Cullinan and Bentley Bentayga may offer even more refinement, but with the Mercedes boasting a full 7-seats, it ultimately takes the win. Only the BMW X7 comes close; but even … Read the rest
