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Smart Forfour Mk2 review (2015-on)


It's stating the obvious but the genius of the original two-seater Smart car (now known as the Fortwo) was its impossibly...
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Video: Clarkson, Hammond and May gear up for the new...


Death-defying stunts, groan-worthy one-liners and a piano “accidentally” falling from a great height onto Captain Slow’s car: it can mean only...
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News: Holy smoke, Batman! The BMW 3.0 CSL "Batmobile"...


EQUIPPED WITH wings big enough for a light aircraft and an engine and chassis designed to win races, the BMW 3.0 CSL was always bound to earn its...
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FAQs


<H3>The questions drivers most often ask, answered by experts</H3>
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What are the benefits of 'normal' tyres over low-profile...


Q. I drive a Peugeot 207 fitted with low-profile tyres. I’m considering replacing them with “normal” tyres. Will this give me quieter running...
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My BMW was recalled over safety fears and I've not...


Q. My BMW 3-series is the subject of a recall to replace the front passenger airbag. Although I was alerted to this in November
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News: ‘Double charging’ on car tax stings drivers...


The newly elected transport minister will come under pressure to reform tax for motorists
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News: Volkswagen Golf GTI Club Sport boasts 287bhp...


If anyone can make a great hot hatchback, Volkswagen can. The German car maker invented the formula of a powerful engine in a compact hatchback in...
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News: Lewis Hamilton's week of fun


Lewis Hamilton plans to reawaken the spirit of James Hunt when he takes part in a week of glamour, women
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The Clarkson review: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 automatic...


In the past few weeks, as you might imagine, I’ve spent quite a lot of time on the telephone to various people in California
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First Drive review: Suzuki Vitara (2015)


‘Is that a Range Rover?” “No, it’s a Suzuki Vitara,” I replied, doing my absolute best not to sound withering
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Seven-seat family cars tested by mum to keep everyone...


The thought of a bog-standard people carrier filled me with a dull ache. I needed a seven-seater with attitude as well as attention to kiddie-friendly...