Birmingham Post - Life & Leisure - Motoring

S stands for special in new Audi diesel

Birmingham Post — Fri, 24 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

New Q5 model packs a mighty punch, as Edward Stephens discovers.

Test Drive: Super-sleek Skoda Octavia delivers on all fronts

Birmingham Post — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

New Skoda Octavia is set for UK launch - Edward Stephens reports.

Audi's 174mph soft top is a hair-raising drive

Birmingham Post — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Audi's RS5 offers thrill-a-minute motoring, reports Edward Stephens.

Test Drive: Porsche Cayenne GTS

Birmingham Post — Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Porsche's worthy upgrade offers a superb ride, Edward Stephens discovers.

Subaru XV has family comfort with off-road ruggedness

Birmingham Post — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens takes the rough with the smooth in the Subaru XV.

Test Drive of Jaguar's incredible new F-Type

Birmingham Post — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

With its sophisticated design and muscular performance, Chris Russon laps up Jaguar's new big cat.

Seat Exeo turns on the style

Birmingham Post — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

A host of neat touches make this little-known SEAT an interesting proposition, says Edward Stephens.

Test drive of the new Audi A6 TDI SE

Birmingham Post — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Prepare to be charmed - this smooth operator's been honed to perfection, writes Edward Stephens.

The new Toyota RAV4 offers far more space for passengers and luggage

Birmingham Post — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Toyota's latest SUV has grown up - and it's cheap. Edward Stephens reports.

Bigger Fiat 500 is one L of an improvement

Birmingham Post — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

This new Mini MPV is all set to become an urban family favourite, reports Edward Stephens.

Alluring views of the new Peugeot 508SW

Birmingham Post — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens takes the new Peugeot 508SW into the Welsh mountains.

The Vauxhall Adam puts the fun back into motoring

Birmingham Post — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens test drives Vauxhall's answer to the MINI and Fiat 500.

Volvo make a statement with new V40 Cross Country and R-Design

Birmingham Post — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Volvo doubles up with V40 varients aimed at a wider audience, writes Ed Stephens.

The striking Citroen DS3 Red Special Edition stands out from the crowd

Birmingham Post — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Ed Stephens enjoys a sporty new model that stands out from the crowd.

The sleek new Hyundai Veloster breaks the design mould

Birmingham Post — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens enjoys a new Hyundai which breaks the design mould.

Practical, economical Honda CR-V is a silent thriller

Birmingham Post — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens enjoys Honda's sleeker, roomier and quieter new model.

It's time to stand out in the company carpark with the Kia Optima

Birmingham Post — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The stylish Kia Optima is an ideal alternative to the standard company car, as Edward Stephens discovers.

A Leaner, greener Volkswagen Golf sheds the pounds

Birmingham Post — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens finds VW's mainstay is in rude health after a trip back to the drawing board

The new Volvo V40 D4 SE Lux is a car you can warm to instantly

Birmingham Post — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edward Stephens is blown away by Volvo's advanced crowd pleaser.

No ton-up teens with Ford Fiesta's magic key

Birmingham Post — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Options for parents to set limits for speed and stereo sound volume are interesting innovations in Ford's new model, Edward Stephens reports.