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Exploring the Explorer – Ford’s Family-Friendly SUV reviewed

The new Ford Explorer EV is a mid-sized, fully electric, family SUV whose name isn’t going to cause any controversy in the UK as virtually no one here has heard of the original American gas-guzzler. Unlike the Capri or Mustang, we couldn’t give a damn about the Explorer’s heritage so won’t be taking to social […]

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Go-Anywhere Subaru Crosstrek has you covered

THE Subaru Crosstrek is the Japanese manufacturer’s latest adventure/family-friendly SUV that replaces the XV and is their smallest model, behind the Forester and Outback.  Always the farmer’s favourite, Subaru now manage to produce motors that are popular with anyone who fancies a bit of 4×4 reliability. Whether you’re dodging potholes, taking the dogs to the […]

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Ford’s latest Kuga gets a lift in more ways than one – The Kuga Active

What is it and how much does it cost?  THE Ford Kuga Active is the more rugged looking sibling in the Kuga lineup. It takes the Kuga ST-Line model and gives it a dose of off-road capability with raised suspension and some out-doorsy trim.  All Ford Kuga’s were face-lifted in 2024, with the diesel being […]

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Kia Sorento – The perfect all-rounder for larger families gets a welcome upgrade

What is it and How much?  The latest Kia Sorento is a practical, stylish, and tech-packed family SUV that can handle the school run, a weekend trip to the Lake District, some semi-serious off-roading and virtually everything else in between.  It’s been around in this 4th generation guise since 2020 but 2024 saw some major […]

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The Scenic to be seen in – Renault’s latest EV shines

IF like me, you’ve been around long enough to remember the original Renault Scenic, then this new, full-electric, version may come as a bit of a shock. It’s now all-out, modern SUV instead of boxy, old fashioned MPV. Although Renault refuse to tag it as an SUV. Or an MPV. In fact, they refuse to […]

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e:Ny1 in their right mind would consider this Honda

I FIND it strange that Honda named their latest fully-electric vehicle the “e:Ny1”, yet openly admit it’s a mid-sized SUV aimed specifically at younger buyers. Perhaps they should’ve named it the Honda e:GenZ?   I get what they’re aiming at though; Honda had, for a long time, been seen as the marque of the middle-class, middle-aged, […]

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Better a horseless carriage? The Ford Mustang Mach-E reviewed

THE Mustang Mach-E was Ford’s first foray into the fully-electric SUV market and I can’t help but wonder why they decided to give it the name “Mustang” – because it clearly isn’t a Mustang.  The Mach-E Mustang is about as close to the V8 muscle-car as a Linda McCartney Veggie Burger is to a Wagyu […]

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Kia’s flagship EV9 family-friendly SUV is the real deal

IF it’s a 7-seater family SUV you’re after, then something from the Kia range may not spring immediately to mind. But if that 7-seater should also be a fully electric vehicle, have all-wheel-drive and a presence like something from a Judge Dredd movie, then the Kia EV9 is your only choice . . .   But […]

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Is the new Honda CR-V an ideal family SUV?

HONDA’S flagship SUV, the CR-V has been around a while now – but the latest version has shed the ugly-duckling looks and come up with some decidedly attractive power trains that will make it very tempting for families looking for a good-sized SUV.  Spacious, well-equipped and relaxing to drive, the new Honda CR-V now comes […]

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Is the Ford Puma ST Powershift worthy of the iconic badge? Full review

THERE are certain expectations when it comes to performance Fords. Chief among those is performance and handling, but engine sound is always a big draw. We’ve all seen baseball-capped yoovs admiring the under-bonnet of a mate’s ST while tugging (steady now) on the throttle cable – or whatever passes for a throttle cable these days. […]