We road test the classy compact people carrier that is the Mercedes-Benz B-Class… OK, it’s not in the same league of revelations as ‘I’ve never seen Star Wars’, but – up and until recently – I have never driven a Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Originally introduced as a small MPV in 2005, …
Read More »Death of the traditional handbrake
New research has revealed that just a third of new cars are now fitted with manual handbrakes as manufacturers ditch them in favour of electronic parking brakes. According to research by online automotive marketplace CarGurus, only two mainstream manufacturers, Dacia and Suzuki, offer manually-operated handbrakes on their entire ranges. Many …
Read More »2018 F1 Season: Half-way review
With an unexpectedly close title race unfolding, technical modifications will be the main focus for all teams in the upcoming summer break. So too will strategies relating to ‘secondary’ drivers, and how they may decoy rivals, enabling their team to get the best results possible. Here, Automotive Blog looks at …
Read More »The best vans in the automotive market
No matter whether you are looking to buy a van for work or leisure, it can often be a daunting task as there are so many options to choose from. Despite the array of choice, there is certain to be a van out there that will be perfect for you. …
Read More »Cargiant Celebrates
With their recent F1 Championship win and the first reviews of the Mercedes-Maybach S600 starting to emerge online, Mercedes-Benz are rarely out of the news.
Read More »Mercedes-Benz driverless concept
World premiere for futuristic Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion driverless concept car at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Capable of being powered by hydrogen fuel cells, Mercedes says the stunner is a research vehicle and vision of the future of autonomous driving. Its body structure is extremely …
Read More »Cars coming in 2015
Here’s a selection of 20 of the most important new cars launching in 2015… Mazda MX-5 – new version of world’s favourite sports car Land Rover Discovery Sport – it’s curtains for the Freelander Lexus RC F – delicious sports car Mercedes-AMG GT – gorgeous growler Jaguar XE – bold Brit …
Read More »Top 5 Most Fashionable Cars
When researching your new car, you might find the one that’s best for your family, has the best fuel economy or has the most safety features. In your travels, you’ll encounter cars that are all about pure style. Cars that make you feel good just by the way it looks, …
Read More »Mercedes unveils compact SUV
Cheshire salt mine launch location for Mercedes’ new GLA crossover German car giant Mercedes-Benz chose a salt mine in Winsford, operated by Salt Union (the UK’s largest supplier of rock salt for use on icy roads in winter) to take the wraps off its new GLA crossover. Journalists were transported …
Read More »What Does Your Car Say About You?
(Does It Say You’re Being Savvy?) For some, their car is everything. It’s a reflection of their wealth, success and even an advert for their business. However, a tough economic climate has made it difficult to keep up with the latest trends in the market, especially with the cost of …
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