Motoring
The latest motoring and cars comment, reviews and features from the experts at Country Life
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The bright idea that's a 'landmark moment' for electric cars in BritainOne of the major headaches of owning an electric car is finding and paying for a charging point — but that's become far easier as a new scheme gets off the ground.
By Toby Keel Published
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Toyota RAV4 review: The 4x4 that dreamed of being a GTI, all grown up and 25 years oldToyota's latest incarnation of the RAV4 is almost unrecognisable from the original car — but all the better for that, says Toby Keel.
By Toby Keel Published
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1940s glamour, Goodwood's youngest racer and a psychelic Rolls-Royce: The best pictures from a sun-kissed weekend at the Goodwood RevivalThe sun blazed down on the motoring fans at the Goodwood Revival this weekend — here's our pick of the finest cars, outfits and scenes from the 2019 edition.
By Toby Keel Published
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New Land Rover Defender revealed at Frankfurt Motor ShowAlmost four years after ending production of its most iconic model, Land Rover's new Defender has been revealed to the world.
By Toby Keel Published
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio review: 'When you want the Stelvio to lift its skirts and fly, it really can'With its forensically sharp yet silky steering and obligatory Italian good looks, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is an all-round delight.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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Subaru XV review: Comfortable, roomy, brilliant off-road — but you'll struggle to overtake a milk floatAs far as all-wheel-drive crossover cars go, the Subaru XV scores top marks for off-road driveability and comfort, says Charles Rangeley-Wilson — but he laments the fact that it’s severely lacking in grunt.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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The five best electric cars you can buy today, no matter what you needIt doesn't matter if you need a sporty car, a city hatchback or a load-lugger with room for all the family — electric cars area already here in all shapes and sizes. Charles Rangeley-Wilson picks his favourites.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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The Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court, a world-famous weekend of luxuryThe world-famous Concours of Elegance is coming to Hampton Court Palace in September – and we've a ticket offer for Country Life readers.
By Concours of Elegance Published
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Lexus UX 250h review: The car of the future turns out to be a rather good option for right nowJapanese luxury car maker Lexus have made their first small SUV, and it's the sort of car that we'll all be driving before too long: a petrol-electric hybrid that offers smooth power and great economy.
By Toby Keel Published
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Ford Mustang V8 review: When America's favourite muscle car met the quaint villages of the Peak DistrictA walking holiday in the rolling hills of the Peak District is a perfectly pleasant way to spend an Easter weekend. But add the new Mustang GT 5.0 V8 convertible to the itinerary, set the great British weather to sunny and the whole trip gets just a little bit more racy, as Emily Anderson found out.
By Emily Anderson Published
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The newest addition to the Rolls-Royce fleet? Not a car, but a rather incredible Champagne chestFor the places that their famous cars cannot go, Rolls Royce have created the perfect dining companion, perfectly paired with the offerings of Jay-Z's own Champagne house.
By Alexandra Fraser Published
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Toyota Hilux review: Forget three men in a boat — three men in a double-cab 4x4 pick-up truck is the true testOur correspondent and two fishing friends find the refreshed Toyota Hi-Lux is more than a match for New Zealand’s rocky terrain and a mountain of gear.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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The Channel Tunnel: A quarter of a century old, over 200 years in the makingOn the Channel Tunnel’s 25th birthday, Adam Jacot de Boinod applauds an extraordinary feat of engineering that was developed for over two centuries.
By Alexandra Fraser Published
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A supercar experience that lets you tour the Alps in a FerrariSupercars have never been more popular, whether you're looking to buy one or merely rent for a few days of fun. But where to drive them to make the most of the experience? A new holiday tour offers an answer.
By Toby Keel Published
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Abarth Rivale review: 'With the exhaust on full Tom Jones-singing-Burning Hell mode, you’d have to be dead not to be having fun'It might look like something from the ‘Looney Tunes’ cartoon series, but the new, smartened-up version of the pint-sized Fiat 500, the Abarth Rivale, is a hot hatchback.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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Audi A6 Avant review: Forged by evolution rather than revolution, and all the better for itAudi's A6 has been one of the classiest cars on the road for many years, and the new version builds on almost everything good about the last version. Apart from those exhaust pipes, says Charles Rangeley-Wilson.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published
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Honda CR-V review: A practical family SUV with a touch of the futureHonda have been in the headlines over the fate of their UK base at Swindon, with the fallout overshadowing their new CR-V — and that's something of a shame, as Toby Keel found out.
By Toby Keel Published
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Bentley Continental GT Convertible review: Power and poise in perfect harmonyElegant, but burly like a bare-knuckle brawler, Bentley’s new Continental GT Cabriolet is both slick and rugged says James Fisher.
By James Fisher Published
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Jaguar's ice driving academy: Thrills, spills and (almost) taking out photographers under the Northern LightsLearning how to drive on snow and ice could save your life. It's also bloody good fun, as Adam Hay-Nicholls discovered driving Jaguars in sub-zero conditions through the Swedish wilderness.
By Country Life Published
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Curious Questions: Did a double decker bus really jump over Tower Bridge?London's most famous bridge is 125 years old in 2019, but for all the marvellous facts there's only really one story anybody wants to hear. Is it true that a double decker bus once cleared the gap as the bridge was opening?
By Toby Keel Published
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Lexus RX 450h L: The car that 'Buzz Lightyear would drive to get to infinity and beyond'Lexus RX 450h L is just as floaty and absurdly comfortable as the five-seater, says Charles Rangeley-Wilson.
By Charles Rangeley-Wilson Published


