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Toyota C-HR 1.8 Design – Brief Impressions
Kim Henson undertakes a short test drive in Toyota’s latest, recently-introduced second generation coupé-styled C-HR SUV… Renowned for technical innovation, everyday practicality and long-term reliability, Toyota has updated the firm’s C-HR line-up of 1.8 litre hybrid and 2.0 litre plug-in hybrid models. For many potential owners the C-HR range ticks all the right boxes in terms of striking … Read More ››
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Toyota C-HR 1.8 Design – Brief Impressions
Kim Henson undertakes a short test drive in Toyota’s latest, recently-introduced second generation coupé-styled C-HR SUV… Renowned for technical innovation, everyday practicality … Read more ››
OMODA 9 Launch (and First Impressions) at The House of OMODA
Guy Loveridge describes his first experience of the new OMODA 9... When one is invited to a launch by a new brand, it is always exciting to see how they approach things. To be … Read more ››
Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy – Road Test
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) writes, “If you have a big family I don’t think there is anything to touch the Hyundai Santa Fe when it comes to room, comfort and interior … Read more ››
May sales figures for new cars in the UK show an interesting story…
Heavy discounting by car-makers is pushing fleet and businesses drivers into electric cars, writes Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales). Private buyers still prefer to have … Read more ››
National Motor Museum’s ‘Chatty Caravan’ inspires conversations in the community
The National Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photopgraphs from the National Motor Museum). A restored classic caravan is helping the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu to … Read more ››
Family-friendly History Re-enactment Weekend comes to Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... (All words from Beaulieu; all images by Gareth Clark, all from Beaulieu). On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July, visitors can journey back in time as The … Read more ››
Electrified classic Mini, developed by Fellten – Brief First Impressions
Kim Henson travels in a classic Mini converted to fully electric operation… (Text and all photographs © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive). Recently, at a multi-vehicle driving event … Read more ››
British Motor Museum to host three STEM Careers Days this summer
The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The british Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is proud to host three STEM (Science, Technology, … Read more ››
The Motor Ombudsman partners with Ben to help ‘Steer’ automotive businesses through employee mental health challenges
The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and photographs from The Motor Ombudsman). • The Motor Ombudsman has partnered with automotive industry charity Ben to create ‘Steer’, … Read more ››
Nigel Mansell portrait by renowened artist Anthony Lawrence donated to the National Motor Museum
Nigel Mansell portrait arrives at The National Motor Museum... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). A portrait of the 1992 Formula 1 … Read more ››
The Motor Ombudsman revises its Codes of Practice to take into account the changing motoring world
The Motor Ombudsman expands its Codes of practice to reflect the changing automotive landscape... They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). • The Motor … Read more ››
Genesis 2025 Model Year GV70 – First Impressions
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) takes a look at, and first drive in, the 2025 Model Year all-electric Genesis GV70... Some 21-years after Genesis was created as the first … Read more ››
National Motor Museum starts centenary celebrations for World Land Speed record-breaking Sunbeam 350hp
The Museum salutes 100 years since the Sunbeam's record-breaking heyday... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum). The National Motor … Read more ››
Kia Picanto 1.2 – Brief First Impressions
Kim Henson takes the 1.2 litre version of the 2025 Picanto for a short test drive… (All words and photographs © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive). Kia’s Picanto has been endearing … Read more ››
Classic & Vintage Commercial Show coming to the British Motor Musem on 14th and 15th June 2025
The British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to take a nostalgic drive to the ‘Classic and Vintage Commercial Show’ and admire over 400 pre-2004 commercial vehicles including … Read more ››
Ford Explorer Premium AWD – Road Test
“Ford has been a hesitant entrant into the modern BEV market, but is quickly making up ground with models such as the Explorer SUV”, writes Robin Roberts (and … Read more ››
Gavin and Stacey cars to go on display at Beaulieu
They tell us: (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). TV cars from one of the UK’s most successful rom-com series are set to go on display at Beaulieu, home of the National … Read more ››
Beware when driving and parking in Birmingham – Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) hotspots revealed
(Above image: Dimitar/Adobestock). Road specialists Instarmac lift the lid on areas of the city in which you need to take extra care to avoid running into problems... They tell … Read more ››
The Bluebird Legacy: A Century of Speed
Celebrating Sir Malcolm and Donald Campbell’s Record-breaking Achievements... The National Motor Museum tells us: Bluebird Chelsea, the renowned iconic restaurant, bar and café … Read more ››
Father’s Day fun at The British Motor Museum
They tell us: (All words and images from The British motor Museum). If you’re looking for a unique gift or special day out to celebrate Father’s Day, the British Motor Museum has … Read more ››