Subaru’s first all-electric model – the Solterra Touring test driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Subaru made its name in Britain with some compact go-anywhere estates before its reputation accelerated through the World Rally Championship. Both disciplines relied on a thoroughly designed and engineered all-wheel-drive system which would put much more expensive and … [Read more...]
Features by Robin Roberts
Ford Puma tops the new car sales charts for August 2023, in an improving market
The new car market grew 24.4% in August with 85,657 new vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Robin Roberts reports... While August is typically a quieter month with many buyers choosing to wait until the September numberplate change, an increase of 16,799 units means the sector is now entering a second year of growth. Despite … [Read more...]
Genesis GV60 EV – Road Test
The new Genesis GV60 Premium all-electric car tested by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Having the right face can open many doors and this is the thinking behind the latest Genesis GV60 EV. It is the first model to use the company’s new pure electric platform, already winning independent awards for its sophistication and performance, and has just been updated with a raft of … [Read more...]
MINI Cooper S Convertible – Road Test
The MINI Cooper S Convertible Exclusive test driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The British MINI is as traditional as a cup of tea, and next year it will be particularly apt because it’s the Convertible’s 20th anniversary. Launched four years after the new generation MINI hatch was unveiled by parent BMW in 2000, the MINI Convertible has moved through four generations … [Read more...]
BMW X1 – Road Test
The BMW X1 xDrive2.3i petrol-hybrid M Sport tried and tested by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). As the motor industry increasingly turns in on itself and concentrates on niche models it’s good to see the BMW X1 arrive, genuinely offering something for everyone. Sport, xLine and M Sport trim levels currently span seven models including three or four cylinder petrol-hybrid units … [Read more...]
Subaru Forester e-Boxer 2.0 XE – Road Test
The latest Subaru Forester e-Boxer 2.0 XE – as versatile as ever and put through its paces by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). If you live in the country, the chance is you’ll like a useful and practical dark horse such as the Subaru Forester 4x4 estate. It is an all-time four-wheel-drive model with good ground clearance; it carries and tows a lot but it’ll not cost you an … [Read more...]
Honda ZR-V Sport – Road Test
The new petrol electric hybrid Honda ZR-V SUV given another outing with Sport specification by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Honda has joined the modern space race with their new mid-sized range of petrol/electric mid-sized SUV range launched a couple of weeks ago. It has tested the waters before but this time it’s launched a serious strike for the sector that is steadily … [Read more...]
MG4 EV Trophy – Road Test
The MG4 EV Trophy all electric family friendly hatchback test driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). If you believe pure electric cars are overpriced and underperforming, you haven’t tried the MG4 Trophy. Introduced last autumn as the top model in a new series, the Trophy builds on the success of the ZS SUV and MG5 estate and delivers family friendly hatchback practicality … [Read more...]
Honda ZR-V – First Impressions
The Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV range First Drive by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Honda’s tightened its hold on the SUV sector with this month’s announcement of the ZR-V, squarely aimed at families and retail buyers. The Japanese car-maker has a very loyal following and while it wishes existing owners will consider the newcomer when they want to change, it also hopes to hook in … [Read more...]
Wales will soon be slowing down…
PUBLIC BACKLASH AGAINST PROPOSED 20MPH SPEED LIMITS *MORE SPEEDING POINTS MEANS MORE EXPENSIVE INSURANCE COSTS By Robin Roberts. Speeding convictions and fines will rise this autumn in Wales after the new default 20 mph limit is introduced and Welsh Government ordered the removal of warning repeater signs and funded more camera vans. Existing 20 mph repeater signs and soon-to-be … [Read more...]
Kia Soul EV ‘Explore’ – Road Test
The new Kia Soul EV ‘Explore’ – all-electric longer range version tried and tested by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The Kia Soul EV was the first modern zero emission model from the Korean manufacturer, one of the earliest compact electric cars and that experience has been put to good use. Originally, the Soul Maxx zero emissions model of 2019 was affected by the pandemics but … [Read more...]
The most unreliable car brands, according to readers of ‘What Car?’
Land Rover Discovery is the most unreliable used car, and Citroën the least reliable make, according to 'What Car?' readers... By Robin Roberts. The 2004-2017 Discovery model scored just 47.8 per cent in the 2023 What Car? Used Car Reliability Survey, of 25,000 vehicle owners. Worst brand was Citroën. The most reliable used car in the survey was the Honda Jazz (2015-2020) which scored 100 … [Read more...]
KIA Ceed 2 1.5T-GDi – Road Test
The KIA Ceed 2 1.5T-GDi, Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency) found the Holy Grail for his road test… To some motoring journalists the Holy Grail of a range is the entry-level model of any series. Mentioned in price lists but rarely seen in showrooms or on the road, these starter models are often just a price point to get into a sector and destined to become the model of choice in … [Read more...]
Nissan Ariya Evolve – Road Test
Nissan Ariya Evolve – Road Test The new Nissan Ariya Evolve 87kWh Sportpack – all-electric coupé styled mid sized SUV driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The Nissan Ariya not only turns heads but has the ability to change minds about electric vehicles. Striking styling both outside and in comes with deep carpets, arm-chair comfort, double-glazed windows and cabin-filling … [Read more...]
Nissan Qashqai e-Power 190 – Road Test
The Nissan Qashqai e-Power 190 2WD Auto mid-sized Crossover tried and tested by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Built in Sunderland since 2006 when it was launched, the Nissan Qashqai has been an enduring success story. It was one of the first modern generation Crossover models and instantly won hearts and minds, not forgetting bank accounts, of British buyers, rolling into new … [Read more...]
Cupra Born V2 – Road Test
The Cupra Born V2 all-electric family sized car plugged in, charged and tested by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). As sales growth continues in the electric car market, some traditional manufacturers like SEAT are refining and introducing new sub-brands. The emerging sector has pulled in completely new brands from China alongside off-shoots of European and Asian manufacturers who … [Read more...]
SEAT Leon 1.5TSI FR Sport – Road Test
The revised SEAT Leon Hatchback 1.5TSI FR Sport test driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). SEAT Leon has raised its game in the very competitive family car sector as the industry slowly pulls away from the Covid pandemic and components shortages. It was unfortunate timing for the comprehensively revised Leon to be announced three years ago to date and all the changes are … [Read more...]
VW ID.Buzz – Road Test
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz all electric multi-utility vehicle plugged in, charged and test driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Move over supercars and SUVs, there’s a new head turner on the road, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz MUV. Talked about for a few years and on sale last year in Britain, the very retro Buzz is one of the rare newcomers that manage to break with modern convention … [Read more...]
Kia Soul Urban EV – Road Test
The all-new, all-electric KIA Soul Urban EV - Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency) was fully charged up for his test drive report… KIA new car sales are soaring in Britain and to keep ahead it has seemingly taken a step back with the latest generation of the popular Soul EV priced at £32,845, the price of our test car, and ranging up to £39,790. KIA Soul was first launched in 2008 … [Read more...]
SsangYong Musso Saracen+ Double Cab Pick-up – Road Test
The SsangYong Musso Saracen+ – if size matters Our road tester Robin Roberts (with Miles better news Agency) thinks it does… The SsangYong Musso has just extended its appeal, literally. We tested the Musso double cab pick-up back in late 2022 and were impressed with its room and practical points and as we were giving it the once over, SsangYong Motor UK announced a little extension to the … [Read more...]
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