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I’ve long been an advocate for the smaller, lighter fast car. With a shorter wheel base you can whip them around corners like nobody’s business and it is quite possible to have a hoot of a time without worrying too much that you’re travelling at warp speed and will upset the local constabulary. The latest […]
Brake has spoken out in support of Highways Agency proposals to roll out speed cameras on stretches of ‘smart’ motorways, to target drivers exceeding the 70mph limit. Julie Townsend, deputy chief executive, Brake, the road safety charity, said: “Speed cameras are an extremely well evidenced, cost-effective way to improve safety and reduce deaths and injuries […]
This is one of the biggest surveys in Britain regarding car ownership. Have your say in the Auto Express Driver Power Survey 2014 to influence car manufacturers and help people make the right choice when buying their next car. You’ll get to rate your car and see what comes out as the best car in […]
Talk about taking it to the competition! Placing a car squarely against the might of the new BMW M4 may not be a competition that many could win, but Lexus has a new weapon – the RC F. This is the most powerful V8 engine Lexus have ever produced and it delivers on that promise […]
For true petrolheads, the Subaru WRX STI is a powerhouse. Representing an icon of rallying before the cars became smaller and more efficient, the blue car and gold alloys became emblematic of those who wanted a serious point to point weapon for the road. However, in a world of lower emissions and less focus on […]
After the worst winter storms to hit Britain for two decades, drivers are being reminded about the need for more regular tyre checks. With its potential to cause aquaplaning, standing water remains a major hazard in many parts of the UK, while damaged road surfaces also presents a different tyre related challenge. However, by taking […]
The Porsche Macan was recently shown off in Harrods window, in line with the prestige nature of the car and the brand. But, more importantly, what do you make of it as a car fan? Is it a step too far for luxury/prestige SUVs or is it about time the Cayenne was shrunk into something, […]
Some cars need little in the way of an introduction. The BMW M3 saloon is one such car. This is the fifth iteration of famous M branded smaller saloon and it features forced induction in the form of a twin turbocharger. The high-revving, 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology has been developed […]
Well, here we are, a new year is upon us already. We’re set to see some amazing cars in 2014 – everything from the official reveal of the new Ferrari LaFerrari all the way through to the more mundane (but sure to sell by the bucket loads) Nissan Qashqai. Rumours abound of a new car […]
I would like to take this opportunity to wish the readers of Car Articles a happy Christmas. I hope that you all got the presents you want and more importantly got to spend time with those you love. We’ll be taking a couple of days off to enjoy the festive celebrations but we’ll be back […]