• Test Drives

    Ford Fiesta ST king of the mountains

    by  • August 21, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Ford Fiesta ST exterior front right

    Not to be confused with its more demure Fiesta sibling, the Ford Fiesta ST is a whole different kettle of fish. It’s a real cheeky and confident looking hot hatch, its sporty credentials manifesting themselves on the outside in the form of a rear spoiler and a large honeycomb grille and of course the...

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    Fiat goes large with Fiat 500L

    by  • July 31, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Fiat 500L exterior front right static

    The L in the new Fiat 500L stands for large (and light) and there’s no mistaking that this is a big car. Modeled on the best selling Fiat 500 city car, the 500L shares the nose of its popular sibling – but after that the L has a character all of its own. While...

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    Toyota Rav4 reaches a higher plane

    by  • July 24, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Toyota Rav4 exterior front left dynamic

    The Toyota Rav4 is a real no nonsense car. Big and bold looking on the outside, inside it’s minimalist sophistication. The cabin design is simple with sweeping lines and the cushioned leather dash upholstery in the test car lent it a stylish air. As you’d expect from a five seat SUV, the cabin in...

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    Seat in the driving seat with new Leon

    by  • July 17, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Seat Leon exterior front left dynamic

    Seat always produces eminently drivable cars and the third generation Seat Leon scores highly on the style front as well. The sporty-looking family compact oozes sophistication and while Seat won’t be accused of avant-garde interior design, it is practical and understated. It’s a comfortable car with great legroom and headroom, back and front, and...

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    Cool down in the Citroën DS3 Cabrio

    by  • July 10, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Citroen DS3 Cabrio exterior front right static

    If you’re feeling the heat and air conditioning or a sunroof just isn’t doing it for you then now is the perfect time to check out the Citroën DS3 Cabrio. This little soft top is a real looker and perfect for the city on a sunny (or not so sunny) day. I don’t think...

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    Ford Kuga an oasis of tech

    by  • July 3, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Ford Kuga exterior front static

    If you’re in the market for a spacious family car that will be required to negotiate difficult terrain then the Ford Kuga AWD may be the car for you. It’s a beautiful car to drive. A five door SUV, it’s big and rugged looking and sits high up off the ground. I don’t think...

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    Toyota Auris angles for prime position

    by  • June 26, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Toyota Auris exterior left front dynamic

    If you’re on the look out for a decent small family car then you should check out the Toyota Auris. With an elegant nose and a distinctive looking rear end, the five-door Auris is an attractive hatchback. Inside, the cabin is spacious, but you’re unlikely to be wowed by the interior design. While it...

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    French style shines through in Renault Clio

    by  • June 19, 2013 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2013 Renault Clio exterior front right

    If chic and petite with a hint of va-va voom are top of your priority list when it comes to choosing a new car, then you should check out the all new Renault Clio. We reckon it’s the most stylish looking little supermini on the road at the moment. The test car was a...

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