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There are lots of beeps and bongs in the RAV4 whenever you do anything, from starting it up to opening the powered tailgate, which could irritate over time. Ownership Cupra is setting its stall outside of the main VW Group by offering an extended five-year/90,000-mile warranty as standard on all of its cars.  Advertisement – Article continues belowThat’s two years longer than the Toyota’s basic warranty, although if you service the RAV4 at a main dealer, then you get 12 additional months of warranty coverage that can protect the car for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes…

What was less expected is the quality of the interior. The Actyon genuinely holds its own next to mainstream rivals in terms of sturdiness, materials and design. When you sit in the driver’s seat, on the leather and suede seats, and look out across the neatly stitched dash with its 12.3-inch central touchscreen and digital driver’s display, you aren’t instantly reminded that you’ve saved £3,000 over an equivalent Kia.  The infotainment system gives the game away a little, though. You often have to prod the screen more than once to make inputs and although it has Apple CarPlay and Android…

On the road, the 7x feels big, but not bulky or awkward. That’s thanks in part to the air suspension, which is standard fit on our Privilege AWD and offers five different settings for the ride height, altering the car’s height by up to 70mm. On top of that, there are also six driving modes – Sport, Comfort, Eco, Winter, Off-road and Personal.  The set-up feels very polished on the road in terms of dispatching potholes or scarred surfaces, although we’re keen to try the car in the UK and one of the lower-spec models with passive suspension. Our test…

The entry-level Tourer Pro (£52,270) packs a 77kWh battery with a claimed 384 miles of range. Our £56,170 Pro S has an 86kWh pack that’s supposedly good for 424 miles, and the maximum DC charging speed is uprated from 175kW to 200kW. Both models have a 210kW (282bhp) electric motor and instant, meaty torque that shoots the ID.7 down the road. Official consumption is 4.4 miles per kWh, although we got a respectable 3.5 on a cruise to Essex, flattered by long stints in 50mph restricted sections. Match trim has all the essentials, including a 15-inch touchscreen with Discover Pro…

The essential sizes were all present, backed by deep and spark plug options, although the shiny and smooth finish on the sockets is not the best to handle with greasy hands. There is also a T-bar adapter, but only a 150mm extension to use it with. Sizing wasn’t a problem, although the ratchet handle began to bend at around the 200Nm mark, which, alongside the steep price, compromised its chances of victory.  Jefferson 36pc ⅜” Drive Socket Set JEFSOC013Like the Simply set, price counts against the Jefferson when compared with the more widely available brands.  That’s hard to overcome when…

Equally as fetching is the Grandland’s interior, although this does come with a disappointing mix of high-quality and cheap-feeling materials. The doors, for example, are draped in tactile fabrics, although the buttons on the steering wheel feel dreadfully cheap, as does the rather unconvincing metal-effect trim on the dashboard. Vauxhall’s latest infotainment system is fine, if not astounding. Sure the glossy 16-inch screen on our GS test car certainly does have its own wow-factor, and we like that Vauxhall has kept some physical switches for the climate controls (these can also be accessed via the screen), but it can be…

So in fact, those sitting in the back should have absolutely no complaints, because even six-foot-tall adults have headroom to spare, plus more than enough space to stretch out their legs. There’s almost no hump in the floor either, making it easier to squeeze three onto the rear bench. Alternatively, there are two sets of Isofix mounting points for child seats, with another set on the front passenger seat. Advertisement – Article continues belowRear-seat passengers will also appreciate the amenities available, in particular Renault’s ‘ingenious’ rear armrest that includes two cup-holders, USB-C charging ports and handy fold-out smartphone holders.  Dimensions…

Owning an exotic car comes with the thrill of high performance, stunning design, and undeniable status—but it also brings unique responsibilities, especially when it comes to insurance. Insuring a Lamborghini, Ferrari, or McLaren isn’t the same as insuring a typical daily driver. Premiums are higher, policies are more complex, and not every insurance provider is equipped to handle exotic or collector vehicles. Here’s what you need to know before insuring your prized machine. Exotic Car Insurance Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All The first thing to understand is that standard car insurance policies won’t cut it. Most major carriers offer coverage for high-end vehicles,…

When it comes to modern supercars, performance is everything, but how they achieve it has evolved far beyond just horsepower. The materials used in today’s exotic machines are just as important as the engines that power them. From lightweight carbon fiber to exotic metals like titanium and magnesium, supercar engineering is now a high-stakes battle of materials science. The Rise of Carbon Fiber Carbon fiber is the undisputed champion of modern performance car construction. Stronger than steel and significantly lighter, it’s the go-to material for everything from monocoques to body panels and aerodynamic elements. McLaren, for instance, pioneered the use…

Owning a Chevy truck comes with the excitement of its power, versatility, and durability, but like any vehicle, it’s important to maintain and upgrade key components to ensure peak performance and longevity. Whether you use your truck for daily driving, towing, or off-road adventures, investing in the right performance parts can help enhance its capabilities. In this guide, we’ll explore five ways to increase your Chevy truck’s performance and longevity, from upgrading essential components to investing in high-quality parts. 1. Upgrade the Suspension System One of the most effective ways to boost your Chevy truck’s performance, especially for off-road adventures,…