Volvo V40 D2 SE
We find out if the world’s safest car is as good to drive as it is at keeping us safely cocooned? What is it? The V40 is the world’s safest car and is packed with a host of safety features, including the world’s first airbag system to protect pedestrians. Who is it aimed at? Volvo has its sights firmly on Audi A3 and the BMW 1 series drivers but is also hopes to nab mainstream hatchback drivers from the Focus, Astra or Golf ....
Top Crash-Test Scores for Five New Family Cars
Five new family cars have been tested by the Euro NCAP and each received the all important five-star ratings. Volvo’s reputation for safety will be boosted by achieving not only five stars but it is also Euro NCAP’s all time top scorer in its segment. What particularly distinguishes the V40 from other vehicles is the world-first Pedestrian Airbag technology, fitted as standard on the entire V40 range. In case of a crash with a...
BMW 116D URBAN
BMW’s new 1-series might not look much different from the outside, but behind the wheel it is a totally different story. What is it? BMW’s baby Beemer is still one of most impressive hatchbacks on the road and eight years since it was first launched it remains the only rear-wheel drive car in its class. The new version combines economy with some suitably beefy engines. Who is it aimed at? Not one for those with children; this...
