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All-new 2022 Vauxhall Astra hatchback review
The Vauxhall Astra is a car I've always loved. Indeed, I get defensive when people are unkind about it and call it the Vauxhall "Ashtray" or some other infantile word. Sure, it's not a premium brand...
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Kia Sportage 2022 review
Kia has built the Sportage’s reputation over many years as a credible, family-focused SUV with reliability, practicality, and tech to match. Now the new one is here, with numerous hybrid options and...
View ArticleWhy is my car battery flat?
Nobody wants to start their day stranded, stressed and late for work. But many of us have experienced the frustration of our cars refusing to start because the battery is flat or dead. In fact, a flat...
View ArticlePeugeot e-208 and Peugeot e-2008 arrive at the Arnold Clark Innovation Centre
Two of Peugeot's most exciting electric releases have joined the ever-growing range of cars available to test-drive at the Arnold Clark Innovation Centre. The Peugeot e-208 and Peugeot e-2008 have been...
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Kia Ceed family review
You have probably heard of the Kia Ceed and its siblings, the Ceed Sportswagon, XCeed and ProCeed.What you may not realise is they’re all different versions of the same car, broadening the appeal of...
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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé review
When BMW first brought out a variant of one of its own cars, it was a dreadful affair. The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo looked like an awkward halfway-house between a regular 5 Series and an X6.But the...
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The history of the F1 safety car
Since its inauguration in 1950, Formula One, with its lavish lifestyle and globetrotting races, has been seen as the pinnacle of motorsport. Renowned the world over, it has delivered thrills and spills...
View ArticleThe cost of petrol worldwide – why is the UK so expensive?
The price at the petrol pumps is rising, with motorists having to pay more than ever to fill up their tanks. And while drivers may choose to take fewer journeys, ultimately everyone will feel the...
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50 years of BMW M: the early days
May 1972 contained a number of significant diary events. The first US patent was issued for a fibre optic cable; Dwayne Johnson, former US professional wrestler The Rock, and now Hollywood actor, was...
View ArticleUK Highway Code changes for 2022
Coming into effect on 29th January this year, the UK's new Highway Code road rules are intended to prioritise the safety of ‘vulnerable’ road users, including cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders....
View ArticleThe greatest film car chases
From getting your adrenaline pumping to keeping you on the edge of your seat, there's something about a good car chase that can elevate a film from being run-of-the-mill to memorable.The car chase is...
View ArticleCan vegetable oil be used as fuel for your car?
Drivers have been left shocked as fuel prices in the UK hit a record high this month. Due to a number of reasons, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it’s uncertain whether fuel prices will...
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Lucky winner picks up keys to brand-new Vauxhall Mokka-e
A lucky winner has spoken of his delight after he picked up the keys to a brand-new Vauxhall Mokka-e. Michael collected his new all-electric car at Arnold Clark Livingston Vauxhall after he scooped the...
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50 Years of BMW M: Part 2 – The iconic models
As BMW gets closer to celebrating the 50th anniversary of its M division – or BMW Motorsport GmbH to give it its official original moniker – in May this year, we can now build on its initial history,...
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Competition terms and conditions
Royal Dornoch round of golfOpen to residents of the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and the United Kingdom aged 17 and over. Employees and their immediate families of Arnold Clark Group and its associated...
View ArticleTop tips to help drivers save fuel and cut costs
After fuel prices hit a record high last month, many drivers are looking for useful tips to make sure they're getting the most out of their tanks. The good news is that there are several things you can...
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The origins of car names
Volkswagen – ‘The people’s car’A world-famous brand in automotive engineering, German manufacturer Volkswagen arrived in the UK in 1952 with the first two Volkswagen Mark 1s, or Beetles (the nickname...
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Mazda CX-5 review
Since its launch in 2012, Mazda’s CX-5 has been one of the top selling mid-sized family SUVs in not just the UK, but around the globe. Now the Japanese carmaker has given the model its latest facelift....
View ArticleElectric car sales in the UK hit record high
A record number of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) were registered in the UK last month.Data released shows that 64,165 BEVs were registered in the UK during March, which is up 78.7% on the same month...
View ArticleHydrogen: your car's future fuel?
Unless you have been hiding under a particularly large rock for the last decade or two, you’ll be aware that the world is trying to address rising temperatures and climate change, with a chief focus on...
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