MyCarCheck.com compares buying risks for popular used 4x4s
With fog and frost bringing treacherous driving conditions to much of the country, MyCarCheck.com has compared the buying risks associated with five of the UK’s most popular 4x4 vehicles.…
Ghillie Kettle
The chimney or volcano kettle, call it what you will, dates back to the late 1800’s in western Ireland where these handmade kettles were made mostly of tin and had very short lives. Although todays kettle from Ghillie may look similar, that’s about as far as it goes.
Out of their large range, I opted for the Silver Anodized Adventurer Kit that’s thicker and stronger than….
Thule Vectros 13" MacBook Pro Retina Bumper
When you’ve invested around £1400 on a pretty swanky new MacBook Pro, and you are a bit clumsy (like the Muddy Madam and me), or you have kids that use your MacBook, you definitely want to consider one of these!
Accidents happen, they always will. I’ve honestly lost count of how many people I know who’ve dropped their brand new phone or iPad only days after they’ve bought them……
SUBARU to debut new XV at Geneva Motor Show
Fitted with Subaru’s renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, XV is a compact SUV with a personality packed exterior, they say.
The all-new Subaru XV will be unveiled at the press conference scheduled for 11:00 AM (Central European Time) on 7th March at Subaru booth following a speech by…
2nd time around - VITARA awarded BEST BUY from WHAT CAR?
Suzuki celebrated good news at the What Car? awards again the other night with Vitara awarded a ‘Best Buy’ accolade for the second year in the small SUV class, and to be honest, I'm not surprised.…
ŠKODA OCTAVIA SCOUT receives new technology
The comprehensively reworked ŠKODA OCTAVIA SCOUT bears the same front as the newest generation of ŠKODA OCTAVIAs and thereby underlines the family resemblance, but that's not all...
New MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS MARCO POLO Camper van price announced
The Marco Polo is based on the popular V-Class, and can seat or sleep four people. It comes with a full range of equipment including a built-in kitchenette with a fridge and hob, plus a two-seater sofa which can easily be transformed into a bed (with under-bed storage).…
AUDI produces its 8 millionth QUATTRO
The famous quattro all-wheel-drive system has been a defining feature of the Vorsprung durch Technik brand for over 35 years, and proof of that enduring appeal has been provided this week by the eight millionth quattro-equipped model to leave the production line.
RANGE ROVER SPORT SVR: Gripping acceleration
Merging legendary all-terrain capability with 550HP V8 power and advanced traction technology provides Land Rover’s fastest vehicle with unique real world performance.
Since going on sale in February 2015, the Range Rover Sport SVR has showcased the abilities of Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations, with just shy of 1000 being delivered to customers in the UK.…
Review: 2017 Jaguar F-Type 3ltr S Coupé RWD
A 3 ltr, supercharged 6 cylinder, rear wheel drive, 6-speed manual beauty that pumps out 380ps of absolute awesomeness and I want one - I want one soooo badly that it almost hurts. Apart from being a 2-seater sports car, the F-Type is quite…
Thule atmos X3 Case
Thule describes this case for the Phone 6 as an Ultra Tough Slim Case, and after a couple of months testing I can wholeheartedly agree.
It is very easy to put on, but isn't easy to take off, but then again, why would you want to? The bevelled edges make it very comfortable to hold, and the rubberised side panels make it feel secure; it would….
ISUZU special offers on D-MAX YUKON & UTAH models
D-Max Yukon comes well equipped with 17” alloys, leather steering wheel with audio controls, cruise control and chrome trim to the grille and rear bumper. Utah takes this a step further, with boasts automatic climate control, leather upholstery, and heated front seats which come in handy on cold British winter days out or on site.
Review: Land Rover Freelander 2
It was whilst I was searching for a new car for Muddy Madam that I remembered the good old Freelander 2 that I borrowed from Land Rover a few years ago for an article I was writing for the now defunct Land Rover World magazine….
VAUXHALL reveals new CROSSLAND X SUV
The newcomer adds a second vital ingredient to Vauxhall’s burgeoning SUV offering, which is due to grow still further in 2017 with the launch of the larger Grandland X later in the year. While the Crossland X’s recently-launched sibling, the Mokka X, has all-wheel-drive capability, is 70mm higher and has larger wheels for buyers with a taste for…
48years of RANGE ROVER: Peerless design & engineering innovation
Two minutes is not long, but it’s enough time for Land Rover to celebrate a motoring icon. The Range Rover has pioneered design, refinement and engineering innovation since 1970 and Land Rover has showcased the evolution of its luxury SUV through four generations with a unique animation lasting only 120 seconds.…
PEUGEOT’s award winning new 3008 SUV lands on UK roads
Dealers at Peugeot's conference drove away the All-New 3008 SUV model in convoy following the close of the event, with the visual spectacle neatly captured by drone footage.
The All-New 3008 SUV received rave reviews following its European launch during the latter half of 2016, and has already established the brand as a key competitor in the compact SUV segment.…