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It produces plenty of foam and lubricates well, plus it claims to have limescale inhibitors, which reduce residue marks in hard water areas. But it’s simply too expensive to be a winner here. Buy now from Amazon Jennychem Cola ShampooPrice: around £10 Size: 1 litre Cost per wash: 25p Contact: jennychem.com Rating: 3.0 stars A big one-litre bottle for a tenner makes the Cola-scented Jennychem seem like reasonable value, but the instructions say it needs a hefty 25ml dose for our 10-litre bucket, raising the cost to 25p per wash. Advertisement – Article continues belowAlthough the aroma makes your mouth water…
“Large door pockets, a generous central bin, a couple of cupholders and a covered cubby to hold a smartphone or two all contribute to a car that hasn’t sacrificed any everyday usability in its quest for driving fun.” – Alex Ingram, former chief reviewer. The 2 Series Coupe’s four-star Euro NCAP rating is slightly disappointing Pros Impressive Driver Power scores for the BMW brand Cons Only a four star Euro NCAP safety rating The 2 Series Coupe is one of only a handful of cars in BMW’s current lineup to not receive the maximum five-star crash safety rating from industry…
It’s not all rosy, though, because BYD’s safety systems can be intrusive to the point of distraction, while the driving experience is remote and uninvolving. The Atto 2 is best suited to shorter urban trips where range and slow charging speeds won’t be an issue and its comfort won’t be put to the test too rigorously. Yet the standard kit will keep everyone happy. Runner up: Vauxhall Frontera ElectricThe Frontera has plenty of appealing traits, such as its generous cabin space, comfortable ride and large boot, while competitive pricing means it should be on any family-car buyer’s shortlist. However, the…
While the ID.4 isn’t a car that delivers a sporty edge, there’s plenty of satisfaction in how the powertrain behaves. There’s strong acceleration from a standstill, while the mid-range response is also quick, so overtaking other traffic is easily done. The suspension is pretty comfortable overall, delivering a firmer ride at lower speeds that improves the faster you go. Body roll is noticeable at higher cornering speeds, but there’s plenty of grip and the car never feels as if it’s about to lose control. Although, given that it’s not the most pleasant car to push hard in corners, you’re unlikely…
I happen to think it looks stunning, and the more intimately you examine its details, the sexier it appears. From its massive Brembo brakes to its lower, wider stance, the Type R is rippling with energy, even though most folks might not notice it. And beneath the surface it still has all the practicalities of a great daily driver. The question is, does this blend of exclusivity and value mix with its brief to remain a practical daily choice, or has the Type R become a different kind of car? Has it become too special, too valuable to be used…
Price: £219.95 Rating: 4.5 stars Contact: thule.com Swedish brand Thule may be most well known for its range of bike racks and roof boxes, but with the introduction of the new Palm high-back booster seat, it now claims to offer a “complete car-seat range” as well. Aimed at children from 100 to 150cm tall, it acts as a transition between a traditional child seat and a backless booster. Installation is simple thanks to guiding Isofix anchor points that extend from the base of the seat, while its lightweight (7.14kg) construction makes moving it between vehicles easy. Once clicked into place, the…
Amazingly, despite having such power, the car feels incredibly controllable and not intimidating in the least. Clear and authentic throttle response, together with excellent brake feel and a good level of off-centre steering feel help the prodigious 1,027Nm of torque feel manageable. This is thanks to a superb new active suspension system that’s standard on this Performance Vorsprung model, and a hefty £6,710 option on others. Without going into too much technical detail, this new suspension system uses electronically controlled hydraulic dampers to infinitely control the body’s movements. This means the Audi does without traditional anti-roll bars, and while it…
The Nissan Qashqai is comfortable and versatile, the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson are great value and reliable, while the sharply styled Mazda CX-5 has a premium cabin and excellent dynamics. None of these cars comes as a hybrid; if this is important to you take a closer look at the Lexus UX, which is closely related to the C-HR. What to look forTowing The 1.2T in manual form can tow 1,300kg; 1.2T autos can pull 1,100kg, but the 1.8 and 2.0 Hybrid models can haul just 725kg. Gearbox Very few C-HRs are fitted with a manual gearbox, so it’s…
On my opening run, I could tell the MINI had plenty of grip – only if I pushed it to extremes would it get out of shape. The JCW’s damping is exceptionally firm on the road (something we’ll cover more later on), but on a track it helped the MINI feel nimble, as did the typically MINI-like darty steering. Confidence levels were up as a result, so I pushed harder, attempting to really test the balance of the JCW through Curborough’s chicane. While I was having plenty of fun, there were some elements of the MINI JCW that frustrated. I…
When shopping for a modern Ferrari, two names consistently come up among enthusiasts and buyers: the Ferrari F430 and the Ferrari 458 Italia. Both represent important chapters in Ferrari’s V8 lineage, but they deliver very different ownership experiences. One leans heavily on analog emotion, while the other defines modern Ferrari performance. For buyers today, the question isn’t which car is better on paper, but which one makes the most sense to own right now. Overview: Two Different Eras The Ferrari F430, produced from 2004 to 2009, is often viewed as one of the last truly analog Ferraris. It introduced advanced…