Automotive Blog

1 week ago | automotiveblog.co.uk | Gareth Herincx

One-in-six drivers who ignore MOT advisories suffer a breakdown, or worse, according to new RAC research based on cars that had recently taken the annual roadworthiness test. In other words, an estimated six million motorists went on to experience a vehicle breakdown or were involved in a collision as a result. Of the 1,460 drivers who had their vehicle recently MOTd, 44% said the test resulted in one or more advisory notices being given.

2 weeks ago | automotiveblog.co.uk | Gareth Herincx

The latest Skoda Kodiaq is now officially the best in the business for towing, according to What Car? and The Camping and Caravanning Club. The second-generation of the Czech SUV, launched in 2024, (tested in 2.0 TDI 193PS SportLine DSG 4×4 form) topped the ‘1,700-1,999kg’ category, scoring higher than any of its 35 rivals to drive off with the overall crown of Tow Car of the Year award.

2 weeks ago | automotiveblog.co.uk | Gareth Herincx

We get behind the wheel of a bold SUV that sets a new benchmark for plug-in hybrids…Before we begin, a bit of background about Omoda, which is one half of a “dual brand” created by Chery International – China’s largest vehicle exporter for more than 20 years. Launched only last year in the UK, there are already some 70 Omoda/Jaecoo retail sites dotted around the country. Chery says the Omoda line-up focuses on “futuristic compact SUVs”, while Jaecoo offers “premium off-roaders”.

4 weeks ago | automotiveblog.co.uk | Gareth Herincx

I recently spent a week road testing the revelation that is the fifth-generation Toyota Prius…When it was launched in 1997, the pioneering Prius may not have been the most attractive of cars, but it was the first mass-produced petrol-electric hybrid, and several million have been produced. Now in its fifth iteration, it’s better than ever – and it has finally emerged as a swan. Available only as a plug-in hybrid, the new Prius turns heads, for all the right reasons.

1 month ago | automotiveblog.co.uk | Gareth Herincx

UK petrolheads have their chance to make their mark on global car culture as the Hot Wheels Legends Tour returns for 2025. Now in its eighth year globally and fifth year in the UK, classic car modifiers and restorers, race car builders, JDM tuners, alongside truck and custom car constructors can now enter the competition for the chance to have their vehicle reimagined as a 1:64 scale die-cast model and become inducted into the revered Hot Wheels Garage of Legends.