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Car advice for people whose age and IQ are both over 50.
ANY DRIVE OUTING HIGHLIGHTS just how many drivers don’t know (or don’t care) that one or more of their lights is inoperable. It’s dangerous and unnecessary and, in our opinion, is another argument for regular and compulsory roadworthy checks. In the UK a recent survey has reveals that motorists are steering clear of the simple yet […]
Ever wondered what classic car to consider? Paul Murrell tests the 1996-1999 Porsche Boxster 2.5 with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 classic car buyer needs to know. Summary: A car that was expensive when new is now very affordable. A good one could even be used as an everyday […]
PEOPLE BUYING EVS TO SAVE MONEY are learning, to their cost, that it is not always as it seems. A recent study carried out by comparison site, Compare the Market, has found that EVs are almost 50 percent more expensive to insure than their internal combustion engine equivalents. They polled 12 insurers about the top […]
Chris Riley tests the 2024 Subaru WRX RS AWD performance sedan with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 driver needs to know. Summary: Like something from the past, the Subaru WRX is a fast, yet practical small car. But if you want one, don’t waste time – we think it […]
AS SUMMER APPROACHES, IT IS WORTH reminding pet owners about the dangers of leaving a dog in a car. Cars parked in sunny spots will heat very quickly, and even short periods in hot cars can make dogs seriously ill. In a warning that is even more relevant here in Australia, head of road safety […]
MINI AUSTRALIA WILL ADD TO ITS HIGH-PERFORMANCE John Cooper Works model portfolio while broadening its fully electric model offering in 2025 with launch of the first-ever All-Electric John Cooper Works and All-Electric JCW Aceman variants. The two models, which had their world premiere at the 2024 Paris Motor Show earlier this year, feature bespoke details […]
GWM HAS ANNOUNCED THE FOLLOWING running changes on the GWM H6GT, effective from December 2024 arrivals. Changes consist of the following specification upgrades (including incoming PHEV): Revised taillights design – lens colour changes from red to clear Predominate GWM badging on the rear replaces HAVAL Matte black badges replacing chrome badges on rear tailgate Intelligent […]
Chris Riley tests the 2024 BYD Seal Premium rear-wheel drive EV with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 driver needs to know. Summary: Here’s another new arrival from BYD and one that shows this Chinese company is no flash in the pan. It’s sure to capture a lot of buyers. […]
IT WILL COME AS LITLE SURPRISE to anyone that Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the possibility of Mitsubishi Motors’ participation, involvement, and synergy sharing in relation to the business integration through the establishment of a joint holding company outlined in an MOU signed between Nissan and Honda. […]
UPDATES TO THE RECORD-BREAKING Mazda CX-3 and much-loved Mazda2 will bring safer small car driving to 2025. Mazda’s strategy for continuous improvement will see base grades boosted with advanced i-Activsense safety technologies, while styling enhancements will fine-tune appeal across both models. The ever-popular Mazda CX-3 continues to best its own sales records and lead the […]
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