Anyone who doubts the future of estate cars should take a long look at the Peugeot 308 SW series and see what it offers for the family who want space without the bulk of an SUV, writes Robin Roberts. The 308 series of hatchbacks and estates has been a backbone of the range for decades with different prefixes but it’s as relevant today as it ever was. What’s more it has … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Fiat 500 Convertible s/s
For any car to become an icon is remarkable, but to do it twice is, well, sensational, writes Robin Roberts. There is no doubting the fact that the Fiat 500 has been an unqualified double success, first launching in 1957 and then reborn fifty years later. Since 2007 a staggering two million Fiat 500 models have been built in Fiat’s Tychy, Poland plant and it’s spawned some 30 … [Read more...]
Winning the generation game
It maybe from another era but the truth is the Vauxhall Corsa is even more relevant today than when it first appeared 25 years ago, writes Robin Roberts. Born in the Britpop, Walkman and shell-suits age to the sounds of The Spice Girls it has outlived them and is still Vauxhall’s best-seller. What’s more it consistently lurks in the top ten best sellers list and blocks out more modern … [Read more...]