Des photos, des réactions et de la passion autour de l'automobile- Pictures, opinions and passion around cars
SUVs regularly get criticized for their uselessness and are not really welcome by a large slice of the population. However, a few days behind the wheel of a BMW X6 M60i would quickly convince any punter of its relevance. Its supreme comfort and imperious road control of the road in a luxurious environment would convince …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: BMW X6 M60i xDrive: superfluous is even better
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 generally makes a strong impression with its arch-like form. Electric cars are mainly SUVs : these are scandalouly profiable for their makers. Going against the flow, the Korean manufacturer is setting an example of what an electric car should always have been : its perfectly aerodynamic shape flows through the air …
Lire la suite de Test Drive : Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD : the good example
1976 units... That's how many Mégane RS Ultime cars Renault recently put on sale. What does this number mean? Quite simply, it's related to the year Renault Sport was born. The department will be closed soon and its activities taken over by Alpine. The Renault sub-brand will be in charge of the most dynamic electrified …
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In a world where SUVs are everywher and all look alike, the unexpected arrival of a true American 4x4 brings originality and authenticity with it. Obviously, our European cities narrow streets don't suit it and it’s more its off-road capabilities that will seduce professionals punters in mountainous areas. We tested it mainly on road, though. …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Ford Bronco Badlands: live the American dream !
Stellantis group recently decided to market only electrically-powered minivans (However, recent rumours talk about a return of ICE ones in England and elsewhere) but Renault prefers to develop its Kangoo range and offer petrol, diesel and electric versions. The latter is named E-Tech and we were able to test it right before its arrival at …
Lire la suite de New car test : Renault Kangoo E-Tech : Electrons on the sofa
Back in January, Alpine organised an international press launch to introduce its new three model range : A110, A110 GT and A110 S. We recently tested the latter, finished in a pretty Orange Fire colour, all dressed up with an aero kit and a carbonfibre spoiler on the rear boot. The very first A110 we drove …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Alpine A110 S: The well- ending love affair
Dacia is decidedly full of ideas. The brand has a habit of filling in market niches forgotten by its competitors in a very bright way. While new cars are getting horrendously expensive by the day, the Romanian brand is lining up a keenly priced and completely refreshed range covering the needs of young adults, budding …
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In 2022, driving a hybrid car is nearly compulsory. Dimitri already told you about the midlife facelift Opel did on the Grandland last year. Now, Opel lent us a Hybrid 225 test car so that we could get a taste of it. Given the fact that we live in a city centre and that charging …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Opel Grandland HYBRID 225: In the move
If paradise on Earth does not exist, a small Emilia-Romagna village located a few miles from Modena might come very close to it. There’s a hidden track located in Fiorano… where the greatest drivers have driven and tested all the best tricks from the Prancing Horse brand. Driving briefly the SF90 there was a dream …
Last Spring, the Fiat Tipo received a new front end. Refreshing it should allow it to remain successful. The Tipo is currently without direct competitors. Its keen pricing is in line with FIAT’s tradition, delivering great value for money. However, there’s a new sexier version in the range... The Tipo range was launched back in …
Lire la suite de Fiat Tipo Station Wagon or Cross : do you want to be reasonable or trendy?