Skoda Scala vs. VW Golf, the ‘Trump vs. Obama’ of the automotive scene
Something strange, yet not entirely unexpected has occurred within VW Group and Iain Robertson attempts to unravel the mystery as he tests a mid-range version of Skoda’s latest and ‘long-awaited’ (it...
Social media polling may introduce some ‘danger’ that may harbour some home truths
A well-known cherished licence-plates company carried out an online survey recently, reports Iain Robertson, the findings of which could hold some merit for a once-burgeoning UK motor industry that now...
Range Rover Sport enters part-electrification scene with P400 model
IAIN ROBERTSON Having reiterated recently that electrification would feature on the majority of Jaguar Land Rover’s models led our man, Iain Robertson, to grab the opportunity for a test...
Audi’s blockbuster RS6 is back, in grand Avant style
IAIN ROBERTSON No single motorcar of the past quarter of a century has impressed Iain Robertson as much as the Audi RS6 Avant and the all-new, imperious, ‘master of...
New Skoda Kamiq demonstrates that bland may have hidden talents
IAIN ROBERTSON We were the first to preview Skoda’s new urban runabout earlier this year, writes Iain Robertson, and now we bring you more details of this underwhelming newcomer...
It is about time Vauxhall got Corsa right, after five generations…
IAIN ROBERTSON When the first 1993 Vauxhall Corsa was landed in the UK, reports Iain Robertson, it was based on the Opel Corsa and marked a pan-European model change...
Have you ever wondered just how fast, or furious, is the most successful movie series of all time?
IAIN ROBERTSON We all love movies that feature fast cars and chases, states Iain Robertson, which has made movies like Bullitt, Gone in 60 Seconds and The French Connection...
Five books worth reading
IAIN ROBERTSON Not sure whether the bookbinding is indicative of something, only one of this batch of titles reviewed by Iain Robertson features a hardback cover but do not...
Audi makes e-tron 50 even more affordable
IAIN ROBERTSON One of the biggest barriers to the uptake rate of EVs is astronomically steep price tags, reports Iain Robertson, but Audi, which normally does not shirk from...
Mercedes-Benz reveals value-for-money GLB
IAIN ROBERTSON Every now and then, writes Iain Robertson, a new model arrives (or will do, this December) that makes you step back in amazement but demands a closer...
Is space the final frontier? It might be for Skoda and its Superb Scout
IAIN ROBERTSON It takes a lot to get Iain Robertson to make intense pronouncements about some new cars but, having watched the development of Skoda’s largest model, he is...
Let’s dispense with the ‘FREE Electricity’ myth…
IAIN ROBERTSON Tesla has not exactly been helpful to the EV industry, writes Iain Robertson, by announcing that its Models S and X will be provided with FREE electricity,...
Vauxhall is expanding its (PSA) product portfolio like never before
IAIN ROBERTSON Addlicted by both ‘difficult’ news and news of entirely new models, writes Iain Robertson, the brand formerly known as Vauxhall (of Luton; a division of General Motors...
Renault dares to thrill with new Megane RS Trophy-R
IAIN ROBERTSON There was a time, recalls Iain Robertson, when Ford Motor Company was deeply entrenched in motorsports and reflected its involvement in celebratory versions of its road cars,...
Latest Q7 adopts tech-upgrades made by Audi on the coupe-like Q8
IAIN ROBERTSON Life has been hectic at Audi of late, with new models seemingly being introduced every other week, writes Iain Robertson, but what might appear slightly chaotic is...
Corolla comeback hastens demise of conventional cars
IAIN ROBERTSON As one of the elder statesmen of the oriental fold, reports Iain Robertson, the decades old Corolla is a mass-market badge that has seldom excited but has...
Kia still produces a shining light in Sportage, despite a profusion of SUVs
IAIN ROBERTSON Recently upgraded, although you need to look closely to see the details, highlights Iain Robertson, the latest Kia Sportage serves to reinforce an image that is presently...
JCB Fastrac flies with Guy Martin at Elvington, near York
IAIN ROBERTSON To be frank, Iain Robertson was unsure whom ought to be lauded for establishing a new British Speed Record for tractors, TV daredevil and likeable oaf Guy...
Seat Mii in FR trim is ideal for the ‘I, me, mine’ generation!
IAIN ROBERTSON Kick-starting 2011 with a trio of magnificent city cars, known loosely as the ‘up-Mii-Citigo’ generation, reports Iain Robertson, was a tremendous product platform for VW Group and...
Ford celebrates its Motorway Patrol role in classic fashion
IAIN ROBERTSON While Ford Motor Company is under fire again for closing its engine manufacturing plant in Swansea, writes Iain Robertson, its UK-based PR team wheeled out a couple...
Bentley feels proud to be ‘British’ in setting new US hillclimb record
IAIN ROBERTSON Unlike its former stablemate, Rolls-Royce, at least Bentley can claim that it still designs, develops and produces complete cars in the UK, highlights Iain Robertson, as the...
Introducing its 3rd-gen solus Soul sold in the UK, Kia builds EV status
IAIN ROBERTSON Amazingly, this is the third generation of the ground-breaking Kia Soul, which was in the vanguard of all-electric motorcars in 2014, writes Iain Robertson, and which has...
BMW beguiles the Mini buying market with promising EV
IAIN ROBERTSON Owned and engineered by BMW and possessing more motoring clichés than might be healthy, highlights Iain Robertson, it is easy to be cynical about the latest Mini...
Ford Focus vastly improved with Sporting Technologies
IAIN ROBERTSON While having been left ‘unmoved’ by the basic Ford Focus, reports Iain Robertson, the significantly more focused ST variant continues a positive stance, from where the previous...
He’s only gone and acquired one! The latest Suzuki Vitara 1.0SZ-T
IAIN ROBERTSON Having raved about the Vitara model since its inception, it was only a matter of time before Iain Robertson would commit his own funds to acquiring an...
New Compass points at progressive future for Jeep brand
IAIN ROBERTSON Pitched into a hectic mid-size SUV sector, writes Iain Robertson, may be a good reason for the notionally right-sized Compass model to be up against it but...
Factual books for Summer 2019
IAIN ROBERTSON Whether you like your reading material heavyweight, or pocket-sized, Iain Robertson guides you through six-of-the-best titles of this summer that deal with motoring, motorsport and more specific...
Seat is a car company with a classic past that has an equally vital future
IAIN ROBERTSON For the first time in its history, Seat transported three of its immaculate classic models to the UK and allowed Iain Robertson the opportunity to be whisked...
Seat infusion reveals intriguing future shift for Spanish brand
IAIN ROBERTSON Indulging in Seat’s current Tour of Europe, Iain Robertson spent time with its products, its managers and its history, which not simply proved the investment in the...
Bring on the Seat Leon Cupra R ST, tuned by ABT for a mere £500!
IAIN ROBERTSON No, you are not misreading the headline…Seat has extended its Cupra might to the final run of ‘normal’ Seats to carry the name, reports Iain Robertson, as...
A touch of ‘Old Skool’ makes Kia Ceed GT a best-in-breed by far!
IAIN ROBERTSON Reflecting on the current crop of GTi-class hatchbacks, states Iain Robertson, can lead to bamboozlement in its rivals’ race for increasing potency but, if you desire a...
Zest, class and comfort in abundance with Audi SQ2
IAIN ROBERTSON Consumer choice has never been broader in the still growing compact SUV/crossover market segment, highlights Iain Robertson, although Audi really knows how to turn on the style...
Thoroughly revamped Lexus RX heralds swoopier direction for its SUVs
IAIN ROBERTSON It is hard to believe that the RX model from Toyota’s luxury car arm has actually been with us since 1998, reports Iain Robertson, which may signify...
Civic success is Honda driven via the BTCC and Matt Neal
IAIN ROBERTSON While Honda can no longer subscribe to the ‘race on Sunday, sell on Monday’ ethos and its F1 investment consists only of fond Senna memories, highlights Iain...
BMW’s launch frenzy continues with enticing front-driven 1-Series
IAIN ROBERTSON Quite how BMW is able to square its long-standing, rear-driven, ‘ultimate driving machine’ ethos with front-wheel drive technology is something mildly miraculous to Iain Robertson, whose own...
We are all allowed to dream sometimes…especially in Ferrari Red
IAIN ROBERTSON Ferrari has turned a new page in its chronicles, with the introduction of its first series production PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), the SF90 Stradale, reports Iain...
BMW’s ‘big mouth’ now applies to best-selling X1 SUV
IAIN ROBERTSON Whether you like it, or loathe it, BMW’s current craze for enlarging its ‘Double Kidney’ radiator grille signature has found purchase in the latest versions of the...
BMW’s 8-Series whips off its top for high-end titivation
IAIN ROBERTSON Available in just two models, 840d (320bhp diesel), or 850i (530bhp petrol), reports Iain Robertson, the latest BMW 8-Series convertible marries elegance with sporting prowess in a...
Mazda confirms its role, with an all-new ‘3’ that is on the money
IAIN ROBERTSON It may be one of the smaller manufacturers but Mazda is a car brand that achieves more for each Pound spent than several of the rest put...
Cutesy Fiat 500 receives revived ‘EsseEsse’ model and celebratory elements
IAIN ROBERTSON While it is easy to regard Fiat as stuck in a 500 rut, Iain Robertson reiterates that the company has always been Europe’s ‘small car specialist’ and...