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It’s finally here – the DS 7 Crossback SUV is available in the UK. The DS brand is a new one – an offshoot of Citroen – and this mid-size SUV sure to be one of the most popular of the French marque. With intricate styling and a very handsome interior, this car is definitely […]
The Peugeot INSTINCT is the latest concept car from the French marque. This shooting brake offers a glimpse into the future and features a fully autonomous driving mode. The car is a plug in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and produces 300PS in total from both engines. The Peugeot INSTINCT has a huge wealth of technology […]
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 […]
Notorious as a nation for being reserved, receiving a hug or a kiss from a loved one is the top ingredient for a perfect day, according to a new study. The other elements of the perfect day include ‘having a lie-in’, ‘being smiled at’, ‘enjoying good food’ – and all on a ‘sunny day’. Naturally, […]
On the weekend of Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 May 2016, the tenth annual pageant of French motoring excellence – La Vie en Bleu – takes place at Prescott Hill Climb, Gotherington in Gloucestershire – home of the Bugatti Owners’ Club. This spectacular two day event has always been a firm favourite in the motoring […]
Here’s what is sure to be one of the more popular cars for 2014 – the new Peugeot 308 hatchback. The car was shortlisted for European Car of the Year 2014 and has been completely redesigned both inside and out over the outgoing 308 to offer an even better blend of quality, versatility and efficiency. […]
The previous generation Renaultsport Clio 197 remains as one of the best hot hatchbacks on the road. Great levels of mechanical grip alongside a wonderful revvy 2 litre engine and a slick manual box made for one seriously sorted car for track or road. The new outgoing car, which we have featured previously here, is […]
Yet another supermini crossover marvel has made it to the market and this time it’s the Captur from Renault. From only £12,495 on the road this is some impressively stylish motoring at a sensible price. The core model is also extremely good value, as the base (expression) spec includes 16” alloy wheels, 60/40 split and […]
Granted, it is another mini SUV that will no doubt sell in far greater numbers in front wheel drive – not least because the Peugeot 2008 is front wheel drive only. It does however come with a clever grip control system with several settings to maximise grip. Power comes from the latest generation of low […]
There are a few ubiquitous cars you see on the road – and even some with good reason! The Renault Clio is such a car, seemingly offering quite a bit for your hard earned cash as well as being stylish and reasonably well equipped. This new incarnation is a typical French affair – but does […]