The Lotus Emira Turbo SE stands as a fitting tribute to the internal combustion engine, arguably its finest farewell. Lotus, as the legend goes, was built on a whisper and a prayer, and a borderline obsession with lightness. Colin Chapman, the man behind the badge, would probably break into hives at the thought of thick door insulation or soft-close tailgates. AMG, meanwhile, marches to a different drumbeat altogether. It’s a name that ...
Read MoreHow long can one generation of SUVs continue without feeling old? Audi seems determined to find out with the Q7. The second-generation Q7, which first greeted the world in 2015, is now entering its second facelift, and rather than feeling tired, it’s found a second (or is it third?) wind. Familiar Face, Fresh Details For 2025, Audi has dusted off its big seven-seater once more, giving it new digital eyes, a cleaner face, ...
Read MoreA Range Rover Evoque with an engine smaller than a Prius? Have the engineers at JLR lost faith? Cool, poised, and with just the right amount of flash, the Range Rover Evoque hasn’t lost an ounce of its magnetism since its debut back in 2011. Now in its second generation, with a gentle facelift in 2023, the Evoque is still the sharp dresser at the SUV party, with everyone else trying to ...
Read MoreThe MGS5 EV is MG’s new electric offering, replacing the ZS EV in the brand’s increasingly crowded line-up. Bigger, better-equipped, and riding on the same Modular Scalable Platform as the MG5 and MG4, this is MG’s second wind. The brand has had a good run over the last five years, but now it wants to grow up. Out with the baby steps, in with the real players. So, what’s new? Quite a lot actually. ...
Read MoreIf first impressions were everything, the Aion V would be the charming new neighbour who’s just moved in. You might not know their backstory, but something about them tells you they’ve got a good head on their shoulders. That, in a nutshell, is Aion’s new all-electric SUV. First Impressions Count From the get-go, the Aion V makes its presence known. Unlike earlier models that wore the rather cryptic “G” emblem of parent company ...
Read MoreWith a name like “Grecale Folgore”, you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s the villain in a mid-season episode of The Sopranos. But this isn’t a wise guy from Jersey, but rather Maserati’s first all-electric SUV. ‘Grecale’ refers to a north-eastern Mediterranean wind, and ‘Folgore’? That’s lightning. Fitting, considering this near-2.5-tonne Italian stallion can rocket to 100km/h in just 4.1 seconds. But don’t let the poetry of the name fool you. The Grecale ...
Read MoreOn the ever-growing list of things I never thought I’d covet now sits a Chinese luxury MPV that goes by the name of Zeekr 009. An electric seven-seater that can out-accelerate other cars while massaging your back and chilling your drink? That’s a billionaire’s fever dream. Yet, here we are, with a near-5.2 metre behemoth from a brand that barely existed five years ago, making a surprisingly convincing pitch for your ...
Read MoreThe Nissan Qashqai has always been a bit of a design favourite of mine, right from its earliest days. With the 2025 Prestige version, Nissan continues that legacy, keeping its stylish charm intact while freshening things up nicely. It strikes a good balance, looking modern yet comfortably familiar, perfect for anyone who prefers evolution over radical change. It looks like a mini-Ariya The latest design feels sharper and more confident, featuring crisp ...
Read MoreThe new BMW X3 M50 has taken the road less travelled, in a bid to stand out more from the competition. If you were to guess BMW’s most important model, you might instinctively say the 3 Series, the benchmark sports saloon that has shaped the brand’s DNA for decades. Or perhaps the 5 Series, given its versatility, spanning everything from executive sedans to high-performance M-badged monsters. But no, the real sales king ...
Read MoreDeepal isn't a brand as well-known as other Chinese manufacturers, but the S07 shows it can make just as good of an impact. Before you even adjust your seatbelt or tap the brake pedal, the Deepal S07 greets you with a cheerful, “Hi! I’m Deepal!” It’s chipper and just a little too enthusiastic, like an intern on their first day who insists on calling everyone “boss”. But as far as first impressions ...
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