Skoda Yeti review

The Skoda Yeti crossover is a member of the fastest-growing niche of vehicles The Skoda Yeti is a crossover, and therefore a member of the fastest-growing niche of vehicles: one that aims to combine the versatility of a tall hatchback with sufficient off-road ability to meet the needs of 95 per cent of buyers. Like other recent cars of its ilk, the Yeti is available with petrol or diesel power and front or four-wheel drive. In whatever form you...

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2014 Nissan Qashqai Review

The 2014 Nissan Qashqai compact crossover is the second generation of the vehicle after 2007 when it first appeared on the market. Design of the new the 2014 Nissan Qashqai based on the Hi-Cross concept,where the vehicle will be much more aggressive look than the current model. Refreshments made​​ minor changes related to specific details so that design changes to modernize the concept and strengthen positions in the competition. Premiere the 2014...

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Mazda CX-5 review

Can efficiency-boosting SkyActiv technology help the Mazda CX-5 raise the compact crossover bar? Car makers frequently mention the phrase ‘all-new’ when describing their latest model. The reality is that usually much of the mechanicals and switchgear has seen service elsewhere. But when its maker says the Mazda CX-5 is ‘all-new’, it really means it.It was the first model in Mazda’s range to feature the full suite of SkyActiv technologies...

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Kia Rio review

Stylish, efficient and fun. Introduction The Kia Rio delivers excellent fuel economy, perky performance and a strong warranty for an attractive price with a degree of style. Rio also offers refinement not often found in a subcompact, and it's roomy and comfortable. Completely redesigned for the 2012 model year, Rio is available in two body styles: the four-door Rio sedan and Rio 5-door hatchback.  For 2013, changes to the...

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Daimler and Renault-Nissan discuss joint-venture platform

Joint-venture feasibility study underway for new front-wheel drive platform Daimler and Renault-Nissan are undertaking a joint feasibility study into a new front-wheel drive platform. Speaking at the Frankfurt motor show, Nissan technical chief Andy Palmer revealed that the new architecture was being looked at as a successor to the current range of Mercedes models based on its MFA platform, including the A-class and GLA and also a whole...

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Kia Sportage review

The Kia Sportage is more SUV than hatch, with family appeal and value to commend it The Kia Sportage is the Korean firm's offering in the SUV/hatchback crossover market. You can question the purpose of this segment but you can't doubt its success. Any major car manufacturer worth its salt wants a slice of the sales action in this increasingly lucrative class.This is the third-generation Kia Sportage. The first one, a basic SUV based on Mazda...

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Audi A3 review

Stepping from an old A3 to a new one is like going to the supermarket and discovering your favourite brand of washing powder has been ‘reformulated.’ First you wonder why they’ve felt the need to change a formula with which you were already entirely happy. Then you look a little closer and discover the product and its packaging appear to have changed hardly at all and you wonder some more.But then you read the small print and discover the...

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