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Suzuki S-Cross Ultra Allgrip MY26 – Road Test
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) writes… The Suzuki S-Cross has been a story of evolution and survival and continues this day as one of the brand’s most popular practical multi-purpose models. It can trace its origins to 2006 and a joint venture with Fiat and a different name, the SX4, standing for Sports X-over 4 Seasons. The third generation built in Hungary for European sales has been on … Read More ››
Recent Posts
‘Never Stop Charging’ – ‘Charge Your Car Day’ 5th October 2025
Whether your car is petrol or diesel-powered, its battery needs to be in top condition all the time, and especially with winter on the way... CTEK tells us: (Photograph and all … Read more ››
Suzuki S-Cross Ultra Allgrip MY26 – Road Test
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) writes… The Suzuki S-Cross has been a story of evolution and survival and continues this day as one of the brand’s most popular practical … Read more ››
McLaren M23 joins Icons of F1 display at Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). A special display at the National Motor Museum, on until 2nd November 2025, marks 75 years since the inaugural … Read more ››
British Motor Museum will host the ‘Great British Model Railway Show’ on 25th/26th October 2025
Model railways on the right track at Gaydon... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum will host … Read more ››
Leapmotor gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code
Leapmotor jumps at the opportunity to gain accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman's New Car Code. The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (Words and photographs from The Motor … Read more ››
Preview rally at John O’Groats at the weekend in advance of the UK start of the Monte Historique/Classique Rally in January 2026
Signposting the Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally, starting on 29th January... Photographs by Colin Campbell Photography. Members of the Caithness and Sutherland Vintage and … Read more ››
Lexus LM 350h Standard 2WD – Road Test
“Sometimes it’s not the first which leaves a lasting impression but the last which comes first in your mind”, writes Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales). That’s certainly the … Read more ››
British Motor Museum shortlisted for the 2026 West Midlands Tourism Awards
The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious West … Read more ››
1,000 Mile Trial Survivor Honoured in Special Commemorative Artwork
Historic Wolseley featured in Steve Goodwin commission ahead of this year’s RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run This year’s RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran … Read more ››
Skywell UK gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code
The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (Photograph and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). Vehicle manufacturer Skywell UK gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s CTSI-approved … Read more ››
Polestar 3 Long Range – Road Test
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithWales) writes: “When you discover your car’s glovebox can only be opened by an electric switch you realise you’re driving something a bit different, a … Read more ››
Archaeological dig at Buckler’s Hard reveals preserved 18th Century shipyard slipway
Buckler's Hard, not far from the motoring history mecca at Beaulieu, has had some fascinating and vitally important aspects of its shipbuilding past uncovered in an archaeological … Read more ››
Alex Brundle and Charlotte Vowden to drive in the 2025 Veteran Car Run for the British Motor Musem
The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from the British Motor Museum). Racing driver and broadcaster, Alex Brundle, and presenter Charlotte Vowden will … Read more ››
As ’75’ registrations take to the road, The Motor Ombudsman registers BYD UK in New Car Code portfolio
The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and photographs from The Motor Ombudsman). • The Motor Ombudsman has welcomed BYD UK, the country’s fastest-growing car brand, to … Read more ››
Beaulieu International Autojumble 2025 – Wheels-Alive was there
Kim Henson reports on this year’s classic extravaganza for components and complete vehicles. (Words © Kim Henson; Photographs © Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually … Read more ››
Leapmotor T03 – First Impressions
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) writes… The UK new car market is buzzing with electric models at high prices, so it’s worth taking a look at one of the cheapest - the … Read more ››
Beaulieu International Autojumble – Happening THIS Saturday and Sunday, 6th and 7th September 2025
Kim Henson writes,"If you are interested in older vehicles, and/or need parts or indeed are looking to buy a complete classic car or commercial, Beaulieu International Autojumble … Read more ››
Toyota Yaris Design – Road Test
The hot-hatch has been reborn for Gen-Z, and there’s a thumbs up from their parents too if they want to enjoy driving a Toyota Yaris hybrid. It’s super-economical on fuel … Read more ››
An ‘Evening With Richard Porter’ at The British Motor Museum, this September 15th
The British Motor Museum tells us (with the above photograph and all words from them)... It has announced another exclusive ‘Evening With’ event on 15 September with Richard … Read more ››
Free visits to Buckler’s Hard Museum with Heritage Open Days Festival, this September
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... (All words and photographs from Buckler's Hard). Visitors are invited to make the most of Heritage Open Days Festival with free entry to … Read more ››