Renault Koleos
It seems happy holidays start with having the right car, writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Holidays are all about the pursuit of happiness but invariably it rarely works out that way, and, as a family of four, we’ve had our share of arduous road trips where motorway accidents, breakdowns and bored children have tested both parents’ endurance and imagination. Experience has, however, taught us that key to all arriving...
Budget tyres or premium brands: Does it really matter? #TyreSafetyDay
What really is the difference in performance between budget and premium tyres, and in tyres of different depths? Geraldine Herbert went to Hanover to find out. Thundering towards a hair-pin bend at speed I am abruptly reminded of the importance of a decent set of tyres. As the back end of the car begins to slide and the wheels spin I sigh with relief that this is not a public road I am driving on but a test facility for Continental...
Eleven Crossovers worth Considering
If you are looking for something economical with compact dimensions and go anywhere good looks here are the eleven best-selling crossovers to consider writes Geraldine Herbert Hyundai Kona (above) Sitting below the Tucson and Santa Fe, the Kona is the latest addition to the Hyundai range. Its chunky design is surprisingly attractive, especially when you combine it with one of the available two-tone colour options. Inside the interior...
