Phoenix Trails Review: How I Learned to Ride Off-Road
John Marcar loves learning, and his current fascination is mastering the art of riding off-road. After a couple of previous exploits (and injuries) with Zero and KTM earlier this year, he's opted to spend a day with Phoenix Trails to learn the basics of trail riding.
Renault Captur Review - A Family Friend
With the next UK solar eclipse only 64 years away, Graham Courtney predicts that Renault will still be making small family friendly SUVs like the Captur by then.
Peugeot 2008 Review - This Cat is Making Big Leaps
Was Graham Courtney like the cat that got the cream when driving the Peugeot 2008?
Volkswagen Touareg Review - Flagship Model Sets Sail For The Final Time
It’s always disappointing when a really good car heads for the horizon never to return. Sadly, this is the case with a lot of petrol and diesel-powered cars — like the Volkswagen Touareg — as they make way for electric vehicles. Graham Courtney took it for one last spin.
Voge DS800X Rally Review: Is This £7k Adventure Bike Too Good to Be True?
While car prices seem to be skyrocketing, there is still a strong selection of motorbikes offering good value for money. John Marcar has been testing the DS800X Rally from Voge to see if a £7000 adventure bike is a good idea... or too good to be true.
Skoda Elroq Review - Every Electric Car Should Be Like This
It’s been a long time since Graham Courtney was sad to see someone take his test car away. In the case of the all-electric Skoda Elroq, he misses it already.
CUPRA Formentor VZ5 Review: The Best New CUPRA Isn't Electric!
Just when we all thought CUPRA was all about silent electric power, the Formentor VZ5 has arrived equipped with Audi's iconic 2.5-litre turbocharged 5-cylinder. John Marcar has spent a week with the new model, and he's become slightly infatuated.
Mazda MX-5 Review - Open top driving without too many compromises
Sensibly priced roadsters are a dying breed but that’s why cars like the Mazda MX-5 are still so highly regarded. Graham Courtney pens his love letter to drop-top motoring.
Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Sport Review - Something a Tad Different
Alfa Romeo has always had a reputation for designing and building beautiful cars. But two years after arriving in the UK, how does the Junior compare to some of its past efforts? Graham Courtney took the latest sporty iteration for a spin.
OMODA 7 SHS-P Review: This £35k Hybrid SUV Smells... Surprisingly Good
Okay, that's a lazy headline, we know. But it's also 100% true. The OMODA 7 SHS-P now comes with an air conditioning fragrance system, and whilst you might think that's a bit silly, after driving over 450 miles in one, John Marcar thinks he might have figured out the point.
2026 Norton Atlas Review: The Adventure Bike That Dares to Be Different
The second Norton since the brand's resurgence has arrived, and this time it's the adventure-ready Atlas. John Marcar has been riding the new model among the dramatic landscapes of Iceland ahead of its arrival in UK showrooms.
Mazda 6e Review - A Car To Buy Purely On Looks Alone
How important is exterior design when buying a car? In the case of the Mazda 6e, this is one you could proudly park on your driveway and get a lot of admiring glances. But how is it to drive? Graham Courtney went and found out.
Nissan Micra EV Review | A Welcome Addition to UK Roads…But Not Very Nissan-ish
All of our favourite hatchbacks are now becoming electric, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing — look at the success of the Renault 5. So how does the new electric Nissan Micra stack up? Graham Courtney gives the details.
Chery Tiggo 9 Review: The £43k Luxury 7-Seat SUV That's Impossible to Ignore
At £43,105, the Chery Tiggo 9 is the cheapest 7-seat SUV on the market and is packed full of luxuries and tech, but is the price representative of great value, or is it all too good to be true? John Marcar has spent two weeks with the Chery Flagship to find out.
2026 Hero Xpulse 200 Pro Review: The Best Trail Bike Under £3,000?
Hero has arrived in the UK, and it's probably about time we took notice. Hero is now the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturer, making almost 9 million bikes each year, and John Marcar has been testing the latest offering for the UK market.
Volvo XC60 Review - A Serious Player in the Premium Car Market
SUVs now rule the Volvo roost, and although a lot of folk will be sad to see the demise of traditional Volvo estates, it’s hard to argue that something like the Volvo XC60 can’t do the same job…and a lot more. Graham Courtney provides the inside scoop.
2026 Skoda Octavia vRS Review: The Smarter Buy Than the Golf GTI?
The Skoda Octavia vRS is practical, smart, sporty and extremely versatile. You could argue that the Golf GTI does much of the same... But John Marcar thinks that the cheaper Skoda might actually be the one to pick!
Citroen Holidays Review - The Airport Alternative
The UK weather has been extremely hot lately, so is there really any need to go abroad for your holidays? Why not try a Citroen Holidays? This is the campervan that does what it says on the tin, and Graham Courtney gave it a thorough test.
Peugeot 308 Review - Ditch Your Faceless SUV, Estates Are Just Better
In a world of SUVs and hatchbacks, Graham Courtney will always have a soft spot for an estate car. But has the Peugeot 308 captured his heart?
Skoda Superb iV SE (2026) Review: Luxury, Space and Class-Leading Hybrid Range
The Skoda Superb iV boasts comfort, space, and luxury, and it also offers one of the best hybrid-electric ranges in the segment. John Marcar has spent a week with the Superb iV to see how it compares against the competition.
