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The French have a long tradition of hot hatchbacks – many would argue they produced the first and continue to produce the best. The Peugeot 308 GTi 2016 is a proper car in this rich historical line in that it is just as capable of popping to the shops on a Sunday as it is […]
Road Safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is raising concerns about drug driving across the UK. In particular, GEM is worried by recent reports of ‘sky high’ recordings over the legal limit, and by inconsistencies in sentencing of offenders. For example, Christopher Backhouse, who killed his friend in a crash while returning from a […]
The whole point of a supercar, other than to travel well in excess of the national speed limit, is to have the wow factor. The all new 2016 Audi R8 Spyder clearly has that in spades. It features an all new V10 engine that develops 540PS. That’s good for a 0-62 time of 3.6 seconds […]
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is urging drivers to pay extra attention on rural road journeys this summer. Although traffic levels are generally lighter, rural roads account for nearly 60% of all fatalities (a total of 982 in 2014). GEM chief executive David Williams MBE says: “Driving in the countryside is usually […]
A Ford F-150 pick-up first owned by football superstar David Beckham will be one of the star lots at an exclusive Ford-only auction, due to be held at The International Ford Show on April 30th 2016. The truck, which comes with the original V5 as proof of the former England captain’s ownership, will be among […]
The old VW Tiguan can just about be seen everywhere. It’s officially a car that you can own either new with a bit of cash or used and people will know you have good taste. So how do you improve on something that is ubiquitous? Well, how about making it more stylish, practical and classy […]
Volkswagen campervans have always stood for peace and freedom: the chance to just drive away, follow your dreams and seek adventures. The most recent iteration of the classic camper, the California, is no different, and that’s why Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is giving would-be adventurers the chance to win their California dream through a new Facebook […]
Medieval madness, Truckmania, Giant Scalextric and outdoor games are all part of Beaulieu Holiday Fun for May Half-Term from May 28th to June 5th. Throughout the holidays, challenge your friends and family on the Giant Scalextric track and race to the top of the leader board. Then play giant games such as Jenga, chess and […]
SEAT is set to showcase the brand new Ateca SUV at the Fleet Show, taking place at the iconic Silverstone Grand Prix circuit on May 11 2016. The Ateca is set to push the appeal of the brand even further, with what is clearly a handsome offering that is bound to appeal to a large […]
Ah – Aston Martin. Known around the world for the marque that produces James Bond’s cars. Known by those who truly understand cars as purveyors of some of the finest GT models to ever hit the road. Graceful, supremely good looking and with performance to blast through a continent. If you love Aston Martin’s V8 […]