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The new MERCEDES-MAYBACH G 650 LANDAULET

A G-Class like never before: with the G 650 Landaulet*, Mercedes Maybach presents a new masterpiece of automotive engineering. After the Mercedes-Maybach S Class and the S 650 Cabriolet, the open-top G Class is the first off-roader from the Mercedes-Maybach sub-brand.…

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C-AIRCROSS concept : The compact SUV by CITROËN

Exactly one month ahead of the Geneva Motor Show, Citroën has revealed its C-Aircross Concept, which offers a new vision of the compact SUV. With its original design and strong identity, this new concept embodies Citroën's capacity to be different, whatever the segment.…

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ISUZU opens order books for new generation D-MAX

D-Max has been extensively overhauled with the biggest changes under the bonnet. A brand new 1.9 litre turbo diesel engine has been fitted, which produces 164 PS and 360Nm of torque. The engine builds upon D-Max’s workhorse character and retains the 3.5 tonne towing capacity and 1 tonne payload whilst …

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Review: 2017 Isuzu / Arctic Trucks D-Max AT35

For the 12 days during which the AT35 was parked outside Muddy Towers, this was my daily explanation: 

“Did you ever watch the episode of Top Gear in which they drove a Toyota Hilux to the North Pole?  Well, the same company who modified the Hilux, Arctic Trucks, have also sprinkled their magic on the Isuzu’s D-Max.” …

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Review: Kia Sportage 1.6ltr T-GDi 'GT-Line'

It’s an important car for Kia as it accounts for nearly a third (29%) of all Kias sold in the UK.  Launched in 2010, the third generation Sportage sold over 96,000 in Europe during 2014, and nearly as many were sold in the UK over the six-year on-sale period….

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The final PHANTOM VII - ROLLS-ROYCE enters next phase

Granted, a farewell to the Rolls Royce Phantom isn't what you'd normally expect to see in our news section, but it's worthy of a mention.  Not only does it qualify being AWD, but it's such a remarkable car to drive, as you can read here…

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KIA SPORTAGE wins USED CAR of the YEAR

Less than a year after the all-new, fourth generation Kia Sportage was launched and quickly won the 2016 Diesel Car Car of the Year award, the third generation version of this hugely successful SUV has won another prestigious accolade, the 2017 Diesel Car Used Car of the Year award.…

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A sneak peak at the new MINI COUNTRYMAN

With its larger external dimensions, and increases in space throughout the cabin and luggage area, it offers occupants even greater comfort and a genuinely premium ambience. Useful new features such as electric tailgate control with touch-free opening and unique…

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Legendary African Expedition RANGE ROVER

Undertaken by ex-ITN Chief Foreign Correspondent, Michael Nicholson in 1981, this Range Rover has survived the Nyaki Mountains in Malawi and elephants in Dar es Salaam – all chronicled in Nicholson’s book Across the Limpopo.…

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South Downs hosts World's First Luxury Drive-Through

Open for one day only, award-winning chef, Simon Rogan, served up a three-course meal for guests using locally sourced, seasonal, ingredients. A celebration of all things wintertime, this new approach to dining is part of #Hibernot, an annual campaign by Land Rover to encourage…

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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….

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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……

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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…

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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...

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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).…

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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.

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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.…

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