Deliveries of the cool Opel Grandland X with the most potent petrol powertrain in the line-up are now underway. The first example of the compact SUV with the state-of-the-art direct injection power unit is now in the hands of its happy owner. More than 140,000 customers have chosen the Opel...
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Honda, Mercedes-Benz and SEAT Off-Roaders get Top Marks for Safety
Today, Euro NCAP releases the safety ratings of three large off-roaders: the Honda CR-V, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and the SEAT Tarraco. All three cars get a maximum five-star rating against Euro NCAP’s tough 2019 requirements. The new SEAT Tarraco shares Volkswagen’s MQB platform with the Škoda Kodiaq, rated as five-stars...
Read more BMW Group global sales increase again, in January
The BMW Group has started 2019 with a positive sales result: global deliveries of the company’s three premium automotive brands increased by 0.5% in January, with a total of 170,463 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce cars delivered to customers. This is the company’s strongest-ever start to a year, achieved despite the...
Read more BMW Group increases worldwide sales in November
BMW Group increases worldwide sales in November The BMW Group has achieved sales growth both in November and the year to date, despite the current very volatile market situation. In November, the company delivered 222,462 vehicles to customers around the world, an increase of 0.8% compared with the same month...
Read more Euro NCAP announces its annual ‘Best in Class’ winners
Euro NCAP announces its annual ‘Best in Class’ winners today and three of the vehicles tested in 2018 have achieved the coveted award[1]. The Mercedes-Benz A‑Class, the stand out performer amongst Small Family Cars and this year’s overall best result; the Lexus ES, the best all-round performer in the Large...
Read more The Best Driver Apps Out There (And Are They Worth it?)
Driver safety and the well-trodden notion of safety features in a car naturally give way to thoughts about the various options of driver apps. There are so many applications out there, and when used in conjunction with the modern car tech, it should make for an easier experience on the...
Read more The all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2.7L Turbo
The all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 The all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the technologically advanced 2.7L Turbo offers full-size truck customers a capable and efficient choice with an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 20 mpg city/23 mpg highway in rear-wheel-drive models. To achieve both better performance and overall efficiency, engineers...
Read more Hard cell on safety from Hyundai with the NEXO
Euro NCAP releases the safety rating of seven new cars today. The Hyundai NEXO is the first hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle that Euro NCAP has tested, and it is positive to see it achieving a maximum five star rating. The fourth generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class, the Mazda 6 and Lexus ES...
Read more Buying a Car in 2019 – Things You Should Note
Any time is exciting when it’s time to purchase a new car, whether you’re a petrolhead or not. And with 2019 just around the corner there’s a raft of new models being lined-up by leading car manufacturers looking to gain your custom/convert you. Aside from buying your first house, Christmas...
Read more The all-new BMW 3 Series Sedan (Quick preview)
The all-new BMW 3 Series Sedan (Quick preview) The BMW 3 Series Sedan is the Munich-based premium carmaker’s most successful model range worldwide and embodies the core of the BMW brand. The world premiere of the seventh-generation sports sedan is the highlight of the Mondial de l’Automobile 2018 show in...
Read more Why You Should Buy The New Peugeot 3008
The Peugeot 3008 has changed a lot over the years, but it’s still a pivotal car in Peugeot’s history. It marked a significant moment for the manfacturer because it was a stylish and unique crossover between hatchbacks and SUVs. The 2018 edition brings something slightly different to the range, but...
Read more Self-Driving Cars: A Safe Option for the Future?
We are constantly seeing developments in technology which drastically affect the decisions that manufacturers make in their design and manufacturing process. You can see this in the way that major manufacturers are currently investing a whole lot of time, research, and money into creating electric and hybrid vehicles for the...
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