Never forget how important the right tires are. "Power is nothing without control." That's not a quote from a notable historical figure or philosopher; it's part of Pirelli's marketing message, with the slogan plastered across billboards during Formula 1 races. The point is well taken, but Kia apparently didn't get the memo while it worked on the 2021 Kia K5…
Saturday, 04 September 2021 06:58

Audi Coupe B3 - old as good wine

Although not as well known as the legendary Quattro, Audi’s Coupe B3 is certainly one of the younger classics that absolutely deserves respect. We sit briefly in the time machine and go back to 1986, when the four-ring brand introduced one of its most reliable and well-known models - the Audi 80 B3. At that time, this brand wanted to…
Thursday, 02 September 2021 08:34

TRD Lexus ES

TRD (Toyota Racing Development) has prepared a complete tuning program for the new generation of Lexus ES sedans, which is currently only available to Japanese customers. So now the Lexus ES is available, among other things, with a new front spoiler and sills, as well as a rear diffuser and boot spoiler. It should be mentioned that there are also…
Thursday, 02 September 2021 05:26

2022 Porsche Macan Does More with Less

Even in its base four-cylinder form, Porsche's updated compact SUV is a joy to drive. "Oh, that's the Macan," the woman said. "I like those." Just as we were feeling smug about our ride, it became obvious she was talking about another Macan, parked a few spots over. Ah, well, it is the bestselling Porsche after all, and one can't…
Monday, 30 August 2021 05:59

Range Rover Sport PHEV SUV review

“The Range Rover Sport PHEV could prove to be far cheaper to run than other models in the range, and it’s more luxurious, too” Pros 31-mile electric range Low CO2 emissions Good to drive Cons Reduced practicality Thirsty once batteries run out Less suited to high-mileage drivers The Range Rover Sport P400e plug-in hybrid arrived as part of a range…
Nearly as large as the compact Tiguan, the Taos is an attractive new entry point for VW's crossover lineup. The all-new 2022 Volkswagen Taos is the product of a familiar pattern in the car business. As a particular vehicle segment grows in popularity (in this case, crossovers), manufacturers tend to enlarge and differentiate their entries to make room for new…
Tuesday, 24 August 2021 04:52

Hyundai Kona N SUV review

“In the Kona N, Hyundai has created another fantastic performance model - one that makes a great alternative to a Volkswagen T-Roc R” 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…
Monday, 23 August 2021 03:54

New Skoda Fabia 2021 review

The new Skoda Fabia has all the credentials to challenge the very best in the supermini class Verdict The new Skoda Fabia shows lots of promise on this early drive; it’s comfortable, spacious, neatly finished and packed with lots of clever features and useful technology. Pricing - particularly those crucial monthly finance rates - will determine its overall standing in…

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