Friday, 21 January 2022 07:40
Tesla Track Day! We Drive Flat Out in a Modded Model 3
For some, stock has never been enough. Decades of hot rodders, drifters, lowriders, track rats, and every niche in between have forged rich and enduring cultures centered around modifying automobiles. But as the inevitable era of electrification approaches, there are those who believe we're facing an existential threat to the future of automotive enthusiasm itself. We have to admit, we're…
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Friday, 21 January 2022 07:35
Used Peugeot 5008 (Mk1, 2008-2017) review
Verdict When we first drove the Peugeot in 2009, we reported: “The 5008 is a surprise. Mature styling, a compliant ride and sweet handling are matched by a punchy yet frugal range of petrol and diesel powerplants... But it’s the interior that matters on a car like this, and Peugeot has done a superb job.” We still like the car’s…
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Thursday, 20 January 2022 08:36
2022 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Practical Performance — for a Price
2022 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Practical Performance — for a Price The verdict: The redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf R hatchback is a refined, entertaining and versatile performance car. Its well-roundedness doesn’t come cheap, however, and some shoppers might not appreciate VW’s newfound love of touch-sensitive controls. Versus the competition: Competitors like the Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai Veloster N and…
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Thursday, 20 January 2022 08:32
New Audi Q8 55 TFSI e 2022 review
Verdict If you’re able to take advantage of all the ways that this plug-in hybrid Q8’s powertrain can save you money, then this is the pick of Audi’s swoopy SUV range. It’s wonderfully refined both at low and high speeds, and it’ll be very frugal if used as intended. The only thorn in its side comes from BMW; the X5…
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Wednesday, 19 January 2022 07:36
Hyundai Kona N SUV review
Pros Very quick Lots of standard equipment Cheaper than nearest rivals Cons Automatic only Too many drive settings i30 N is bigger and costs less The standard Hyundai Kona isn’t our favourite car in its class but the Kona Electric is one of the best electric cars on sale. The Kona range is now even broader and better with the…
Tuesday, 18 January 2022 09:12
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid First Test: Is Gas-Electric the Answer?
The Kia Sorento is one of the better midsize SUVs you can buy, but it just missed a podium placement in our midsize SUV rankings. So what gives? Well, despite its confident handling, eager responses, and tech-forward interior, the mainstream turbocharged gas powertrain isn't as refined as it should be. We recently tested the Sorento Hybrid, and it has an…
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Tuesday, 18 January 2022 09:04
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo review
At a glance New price £81,555 - £140,751 Used price £81,630 - £163,175 Fuel Economy 2.4 - 2.8 miles/kWh Insurance group 50How much is it to insure? New 4.8 - 14.0 Miles per pound (mpp) What is mpp? PROS Stupefyingly quick Range can exceed 300 miles Comfort and quality match pace CONS Competitive base price lacks kit And you'll want…
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Monday, 17 January 2022 07:30
BMW i4 electric car (2022) review: eDrive40 and M50 versions tested
It's been a long time coming, but BMW has now finally begun kicking the combustion engines out of the core of its model range. While this new i4 might not quite be the electric 3-series some of you are probably crying out for, being based on the same body-in-white as the 4-series Gran Coupe means you get a similar degree…
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