Welcome to the ROAD TEST section of the Motoring Channel. Here you will find hands-on impressions of new cars, where our team of motoring journalists road test vehicles, giving their view on some of today's hottest products.
Opel Astra Hatch - Road Test
The Astra ticks all the boxes; It drives efficiently, handling is smooth and it looks and feels modern and stylish. It's biggest problem however is it's against ridiculously strong competition. Read More ...
BMW 520i - Road Test
The 520i is powered by a BMW TwinPower Turbo 4 cylinder petrol engine. This petrol engine is paired with an 8 speed automatic transmission with Steptronic. Read More ...
Honda Jazz Hybrid - Road Test
Fusing a 1.3 litre petrol engine with Hondas own Integrated Motor Assist system, the Jazz Hybrid is a fuel efficient, eco friendly, compact hatch. Read More ...
Opel Insignia Select Sports Tourer Diesel - Road Test
There's a reason Opel claim it to be the best car they have ever built. Winner of the 2009 European Car of the Year, the Insignia is a well balanced, finely engineered machine. Read More ...
VW up! - Road Test
With an influx of electric cars in an "environmental conscience" era of vehicles, the up! is a cheap fuel efficient alternative with a low carbon emission. Practical and cheap, the up! has a lot to offer. Read More ...
VW Golf 7 - First Look
The challenge (and expectations) are definitely high for Volkswagen with the release of the Golf 7: How are they to improve on something that is already so brilliant? Read More ...
Audi A4 Allroad Quattro - Road Test
Inside and out the A4 Allroad Quattro is produced to a very high standard. The 2.0L TDI engine is a beauty and there are no complaints with 7-speed S-tronic transmission. Read More ...
VW Passat Alltrack - Road Test
The VW Passat Alltrack is the missing link between the passenger VW range and the VW SUV range and suitably sits somewhere in the middle of the two models. Read More ...
VW Amarok - Road Test
The self-proclaimed "Thinking Mans Ute" is comfortable inside and practical outside, it's no surprise that the Amarok is surging up the 4X4 sales charts. In the VW bubble alone, it's making quite a move. Read More ...
Subaru Liberty X - Road Test
Subaru have introduced to the market a Liberty Variant with a notable raised ground clearance: The Subaru Liberty 2.5X and the Subaru Liberty 3.6X. Read More ...
Toyota Prius V - Road Test
A 1.8-litre 4 cylinder DOHC petrol engine and a 60 kW electric motor are used in tandem to create Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive. Working together, the petrol engine and electric motor successfully minimise fuel usage and ultimately provide a positive driving experience. Read More ...
Holden Volt - Road Test
The car is run at all times by the electric drive unit, however a petrol engine acts as a generator and is neccessary to drive the vehicle further and eliminate "range anxiety". Read More ...
Holden Commodore SV6 Z-Series - Road Test
Available from the base model Commodore Z-Series, to the Sporty; SV6 and SS range, the Commodore Z-Series offers physical interior and exterior upgrades, aswell as multiple driving enhancements. Read More ...
Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport - Road Test
There is a very good reason why the Corolla is so competitive in the passenger car market: It's a reliable, safe and affordable car that is suitable for all ages. Read More ...
Honda CR-V - Road Test
Having slightly more interior space, a tinge of edginess, 2WD and 4WD variants, improved aerodynamics and (supposed) improved fuel consumption, the 4th Generation CR-V is, simply put, an upgrade to the CR-V brand. Read More ...
Toyota 86 - Road Test
If you're expecting this review to be contrary to anything you may have heard about the Toyota 86, you couldn't be more wrong. The Toyota 86 is THE car to spark the car enthusiast in everyone. Read More ...
