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Latest Vauxhall Astra (‘Mark 8’) – First Impressions

10th June 2022

First Impressions of Vauxhall's 'Mark 8' Astra, by George Loveridge (Driving Around)... Vauxhalls are virtually a right of passage in the motoring world. They really are one of those brands where most people can say they’ve had, been in, passed their test in, or even may still own one. I can almost guarantee that if you walk down your street, you’ll be able to find one. Just in 2021, there were … [Read more...]

Vauxhall’s All New British-built Astra – 2016 European Car of The Year – Road Test

19th March 2016

Vauxhall’s Sleek Newcomer Astra Assessed by David Miles (Miles Better News Agency) When the British built Astra five door Hatchback was introduced to the media last September it soon became obvious to us that it was probably the most important car for most people to be launched in 2015. And that became reality because it has just been voted 2016 European Car of the Year and Family Hatchback … [Read more...]

Vauxhall Mokka (and model ’round up’)

18th January 2013

Kim Henson is your guide to a selection of the latest Vauxhall models... The new Vauxhall Mokka Vauxhall’s recently-introduced and distinctively-styled Mokka is part of the company’s continuing revolution in its model line-up, and represents its first steps into the increasingly popular compact SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) market. So the new car will be fighting for sales against the likes … [Read more...]

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