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Skoda Elroq review

We spend some quality time with the Skoda Elroq – one of our favourite family EVs on the market… The last time I tested a Skoda EV was in 2021. It was the impressive Enyaq – the brand’s first electric car. Apart from a “coupe” version of the Enyaq, there’s been nothing else on the …

Suzuki celebrates 55 years of AllGrip 4×4 technology

This year marks a milestone for Suzuki’s globally renowned AllGrip 4×4 technology – first introduced in the dinky LJ10 back in 1970. More recently known as AllGrip, it was created by evolving the company’s vast 4WD knowledge to provide driving enjoyment and peace of mind in diverse conditions while promoting fuel economy and lower CO2 …

Genesis Electrified GV70 review

We get behind the wheel of the Genesis Electrified GV70 – the refreshed flagship SUV from the upmarket South Korean brand… I first tested the Electrified GV70 in 2022. It was one of the first models from Genesis, which was launched in the UK the year before. To put Genesis into context – it’s the …

All You Need To Know If You’re A First-Time Car Buyer

If you’ve recently passed your test, then you now have the exciting task of finding yourself a car of your own. You’re probably wondering what buying a car entails and how best to go about choosing your new ride. This is a big step and you probably can’t wait for the freedom that having a …

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross review

We get to grips with the upgraded Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck in top-end V-Cross spec… If you’re a farmer or tradesperson in need of a rugged, reliable 4×4 workhorse of a pick-up, then the choice these days is likely to be between a Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, KGM Musso or Isuzu D-Max. Isuzu only make …

One in three councils failing to provide accessible EV charging

More than a third of UK councils do not provide any on-street electric vehicle charging suitable for disabled drivers, according to new Freedom of Information research by Vauxhall. Just 111 of the 289 councils who responded said they have no on-street charge points that have either been specifically adapted for disabled drivers, or any that …

Introduction: Why 2025 Marks a Turning Point for Electric Vehicles

The electric car market is hitting its stride in 2025. With major leaps in battery innovation, better access to fast charging points, and a global push for cleaner transport, the shift to electric is no longer on the horizon; it is happening now. This year, in particular, is seeing a tidal wave of new models …

Smart #3 review

Smart’s all-electric renaissance continues with the sleek #3 family SUV… The Smart #3 (pronounced “Hashtag Three”) is the second model from the brand which is now a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Chinese giant Geely (also the owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus). Unusually, the Smart #3 has few direct rivals because of its dimensions …