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 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.
FEATURE | Skoda Superb at 25 – A Scottish Road Trip Through Four Generations
The Skoda Superb celebrates its 25th birthday this year. Now in its 4th iteration since the big VW buyout in the year 2000, John Marcar has driven every iteration of Superb, from Mk1 to Mk4, on a specially organised road trip around Scotland.
Ford Ranger PHEV Review - Europe’s Only Plug-in Pick-Up Truck
Hybrids are popular with car buyers, appealing to those who aren’t quite ready to go fully electric. But a hybrid pick-up truck? That is something of a rarity. Graham Courtney took one for a spin.
Range Rover Sport SV Review - Taming the Beast
It’s hard to believe that the Range Rover has been with us for almost 60 years. Their popularity seems to show no sign of waning and Graham Courtney tested the latest version to see whether it is still at the top of its game.
Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid Review - Old Fashioned but in a Good Way
This is the Fiat Grande Panda. As the name suggests, it’s much bigger than the previous Panda, but is it better? Graham Courtney found out.
Toyota Aygo X Review - X Marks the Spot
Despite cars these days seemingly getting bigger, there’ll always be a place for little runabouts that can nip around our streets. One such car is Toyota’s Aygo replacement, the Aygo X.
Lexus LM 350H Review - First Class Luxury Transportation
Graham Courtney drove something a little different recently — the Lexus LM. If you are someone who ferries VVIPs around, or consider yourself to be a VVIP, then you need to have a serious look at this vehicle.
Volvo ES90 Ultra Review – The Swedish Stealth-Wealth Alternative to the BMW i7
If we asked you to think of a luxury electric saloon, chances are, you'll think of a BMW i5, i7 or Mercedes-Benz EQE or EQS. Now, Volvo has joined the game, and John Marcar thinks the ES90 Ultra might be the one to pick.
BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Review: The £30k Plug-In Hybrid SUV with 621 Miles of Range
The BYD ATTO 2 DM-i is a new hybridised version of the popular ATTO 2 EV. The new model is being described as a crossover between a supermini and an SUV, and John Marcar has driven it to see what it's like.
FEATURE | Norton Manx R Review – Price, Specs, Track & Road Test
For the first time since 2010, an all-new Norton is now available to order, and it's arguably the most significant in the brand's chequered history. John Marcar has been testing the new Norton Manx R 'Signature Edition' in Seville.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake & GLB Reviews
This week, it’s two for the price of one as Graham Courtney reviews both the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and GLB SUV.
KGM Torres Review | New Name, Fresh Outlook
The KGM Torres is the first car to arrive as a ‘real’ KGM rather than just another SsangYong with the badges switched. Graham Courtney recently put one through its paces.
Volkswagen Tiguan Review | Looking to top the Charts
Despite the majority of people thinking the Golf was Volkswagen’s biggest-selling car in the UK, it was the Tiguan that actually held the title until as recently as 2025. Despite recently losing its position on top to the T-Roc, can its newest version help regain its crown? Graham Courtney took it for a spin to find out.
CUPRA Raval VZ - First Drive: Is This The EV Hot Hatch We've Been Waiting For?
The CUPRA Raval is finally here, and in its sportiest VZ form, it arrives with a clear mission: to offer driver appeal and sharp design without breaking the bank. John Marcar has driven the new car in Barcelona.
FEATURE | Exmoor Explore Tour with Alex Snow Off-Road and RIDE KTM
KTM has partnered with former British Enduro Champion, Alex Snow and is now collaborating to run RIDE KTM events with Alex Snow Off-Road. John Marcar attended a taster day to experience riding a selection of new KTMs on a range of roads and green lanes.
Changan Deepal S07 Review: Good Enough to Compete with Tesla, BYD and MG?
John Marcar has been testing the Changan Deepal S07. On paper, it looks like a sensible choice, but with competitors like BYD, MG, and Tesla all within reach at a similar price point, some technical setbacks and a compromise on comfort might be this model's downfall.
Zero XE Review | Silent, Swift, and Seriously Fun: This EV Rewrites the Joy of Dirt Bikes
Zero, the EV motorcycle brand, is now 20 years old, and to celebrate two decades of producing fully charged two-wheeled adventures, the XE has been launched with a nod to the company's founding models from 2006. John Marcar has been testing the new Zero XE off-road.
