Compact crossovers are commonly based on existing hatchbacks. The result is a car with a higher driving position and a more rugged appearance, but it is basically designed for use on Tarmac. This approach appeals to many buyers and recent years have seen a substantial growth in this market … [Read more...]
Kia Niro – a car for all reasons
By Chris Dell Many of us need a car that can cope with pretty much everything. A car that's big enough to take the family on a long trip to the seaside, complete with buckets and spades, but at the same time it needs to be small enough to fit, without undue fuss, into a supermarket parking space. A … [Read more...]
Lindleys Autocentres to open their sixth branch in Hucknall
One of Nottingham’s largest independent car servicing specialists, Lindleys Autocentres have announced they’ve opened their sixth branch in Hucknall, bringing 4 new jobs to the area.The second generation-owned business. which dates back to 1959, acquired the premises on Portland Road with … [Read more...]
Join Lowdhams for their Spring Showcase Weekend
Lowdhams Spring Showcase – A celebration of the Erwin Hymer GroupLowdhams (Nottingham) is holding a weekend long event in celebration of the Erwin Hymer Group A weekend of Hymer group vehicles, amazing deals, music and complimentary refreshments The dealership will hold this … [Read more...]
A winning year for Marshall Volvo
NOTTINGHAM'S Volvo dealership is celebrating a record-breaking year for the Swedish brand.The motor manufacturer with a reputation for producing some of the safest and most sturdy cars around picked up no fewer than 43 significant awards during 2018 while also enjoying its highest sales in the … [Read more...]
Honda says hello to Hybrid CR-V
The Honda CR-V first appeared on our shores in 1995. It reigns as the world’s best-selling SUV. However, even Honda say this latest development is one of their biggest steps ever in the model’s history; Honda has dumped diesel engines and replaced them with a petrol hybrid which will be sold … [Read more...]
‘Friends With Benefits’ by Chris Dell
Suzuki Ignis 4x4The Ignis has only been around for a couple of years but it's already won itself a lot of friends. It's easy to see why. For a start, the styling is eye-catching and it's also 'different' in a way you might not expect from a small car. There's also the Tardis-like relationship … [Read more...]
KIA Stinger
By Chris Dell Relatively few cars are so well styled that they draw looks wherever they go. If you went back just a few years people simply wouldn't have expected a Kia to join this relatively exclusive club - but that's exactly what they have done with the launch of the Stinger. The fastback … [Read more...]
Citroen C4 SpaceTourer
By Chris Dell People carriers or MPVs are no longer selling in the numbers they once did, now that fashion has moved towards the SUV end of the spectrum. However, MPVs are still a very practical and useful option, not least because of the space and flexibility they offer. The choice isn't as wide … [Read more...]
John Harrison waves goodbye to Peugeot
We are truly sorry to hear that your local dealer John Harrison (Lowdham) Limited, has recently ended its association with Peugeot after so many years. On a personal note, I have empathy having spent my first 22 years in the motor industry with them and many of its staff from being a trainee Sales … [Read more...]