It went out of production two years ago, but automotive data experts hpi say the Land Rover Defender is the best possible 4x4xWinter. With prices soaring as they become rarer, you may have to look at something else so they have identified a selection of great performing SUV’s perfect for wintry road conditions. Hpi analyst Mark Bulmer looked at a wide variety of factors ranging from … [Read more...]
Contrasting SUVs compared
On a regular basis the UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders get together the latest new models at one of their test days for accredited motoring journalists to briefly sample the latest new car offerings. At the most recent event, due to the fact that sales of SUVs of all sizes and prices are booming and accounting for one of every three new cars sold, I took the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Dacia Duster Laureate 110 4×2
Some manufacturers loudly shout about success, others simply get on with selling it, like the Dacia Duster. Part of the Renault-Nissan family, the Dacia Duster is probably the UK motor trade’s best kept secret. Since the marque’s 2012 launch in the UK it has slowly but steadily built up sales as more motorists seek a few-frills and no thrills motoring but want a down to earth car which does a … [Read more...]