THE words “big” and “Mini” still look odd together, but one blast in the John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Sport is enough to make the contradiction disappear in a haze of exhaust noise and grins. This is the biggest Mini yet — taller, wider, roomier — and yet somehow it hasn’t lost that mischievous, go-kart […]
THE Ford Focus ST Edition is the only press car I’ve ever had which comes with a large spanner in the glovebox. But worry not; the spanner is a sign of the ST Edition’s commitment to ultimate performance rather than a fix for iffy engineering. Adjustable KW coilover suspension may be a manual affair in […]
What is it and How much? The BYD Seal is a sporty-looking saloon from Chinese manufacturer Build Your Dreams. It is their range-topper and goes up against the likes of the Tesla Model 3, the BMW i4, Hyundai Ionic 6 and the Polestar 2. There are just 2 models available – the ‘Design’ and the […]
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 […]
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. […]
Kia Drive day, Thursday, October 12 THE Scottish Borders is a part of the country I have rarely visited, so it was a bonus that Kia had arranged a driving day based at the magnificent SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course in Kelso. A chance to drive the latest models from South Korea’s finest manufacturer […]
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 […]
THE Abarth 595 range has been updated for 2021 with fresh interiors, a new colour palette and unique detailing across all four versions. The 595, Turismo, Competizione and Esseesse further underline the characteristics of the Abarth brand with new technology and more customisation options than ever before. Available in hatchback and convertible versions, Abarth 595 […]
THE new Jaguar F-TYPE looks more beautiful than ever and embodies Jaguar design DNA in its purest form. The two-seat sports car offers a perfect balance of performance and driver reward with an even more muscular, assertive design and a cabin defined by rich, luxurious materials and beautiful details. The range of powerful, responsive engines […]
FAMILY estate cars have taken a bit of a beating in recent years with the ever-growing number of family-sized SUVs available – however, business users have tended to stick with the more traditional estate for sheer practicality and motorway-cruising refinement. Among the best of them has always been Audi’s A6 Avant. As a premium estate […]
