America is predictably the land of the unpredictable, and that’s not confined to politics but also people’s car buying habits.If you had said a little known Korean company would be selling one of America’s most popular models in the country which really created the sports utility, you would have been laughed at.But it is Hyundai laughing now even if recent events in the US have just … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Honda Civic 1.4S
There is something very British about the Honda Civic 1.4S, writes Robin Roberts.Not only is it built in Swindon with parts from suppliers around the country, including Wales, but it has a sort of middle England feel.It is straightforward; sits firmly in the family sector in terms of design, engineering and size and it is unchallenging to drive and own.If the Civic was a person, you’d … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Renault Mégane Dynamique S Nav 110
A staple of the Renault range since 1995, the Mégane is now on its fourth course of evolution, and it’s the best, writes Robin Roberts.Styling is fresh and different both inside and out and it delivers a lot of comfort for five with a reasonable bootspace to carry the family’s weekend shopping or breakaway bags.In common with other Renault models and the industry in general, the latest … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Ford KA+ Zetec
Babies have a habit of growing up, just like the new Ford KA+.From its origins as a compact city car in 1996 we have seen it develop in 2008 into a convertible and sporting model and in 2014 the third generation KA+ was launched with an extra 7.5 inches wheelbase, and it came to the UK in 2016.It is a simple Studio and Zetec trimmed three-car range from under £9,000 to almost £10,300, … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Subaru Levorg Lineartronic
The Subaru Levorg is not what you might call eye-candy, but it has EyeSight.That’s the latest all-embracing collision avoidance technology which reduces the likelihood and severity of accidents.It may not be in the forefront of your mind when looking for an all-purpose 4x4 quality estate, but the Levorg really can hold its own against some of the better brands from Germany.Subaru has a … [Read more...]
Christmas drive: Honda Civic Type R GT
If you believe Christmas is for children and you don’t’ want to grow up, I have the answer - buy a Honda Civic Type R GT.The British-built slingshot from Swindon embodies the edginess of youth with the practicality of a family hatchback. School-runs, family shopping and rellies-round-trips can be undertaken or endured, but come the weekend and you head for your favourite bit of winding road … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Renault Megane Sport Tourer
The eagerly awaited estate version of the Renault Megane brings additional room and practicality to the range.Mechanically the same as the immensely popular Megane Hatchback, the Sport Tourer offers a basic boot space with a low load floor of 521 litres. Folding away the off-set split rear three seats gradually increases this to 1,504 litres. It has a space-saver spare under the … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: SEAT Ateca 2.0 TDI 150
It had to be only a matter of time before SEAT produced their much needed SUV or Crossover vehicle range.SEAT had a big hole in their range of offerings to customers.With almost half the UK new car market now taken up by sales of SUVs, 4x4s or Crossover models it showed in SEAT UK sales with an 11% drop in new car sales in 2015, a further fall of 10% for the first six months of … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 150
There are many drivers when it comes to buying a car, and I don’t mean the one behind the wheel, writes Robin Roberts.Take the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 150, for instance.Is it room, performance, economy, ride or handling which makes someone decide to buy? Or is it a child?Certainly with the latest test model the most vociferous and praiseworthy were two children and I bet their … [Read more...]
Fourth generation Renault MPV is growing up
The fourth generation Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic family cars are now on sale.The Scénic and Grand Scénic are each offered in four trim levels that owners of other Renault vehicles will be accustomed to – Expression+, Dynamique Nav, Dynamique S Nav and Signature Nav. There are over 40 versions in the two bodystyles.It sets new safety standards as the only model in its class fitted with … [Read more...]
