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Ford Focus C-C: The Ugly Betty of the convertible world

Published: 06 May 2007

Ford is not really a convertibles company and it clearly had to think long and hard before taking its top off, says Michael Booth

The Verdict: Harley Davidson Sportster XL883L

Published: 01 May 2007

If you want speed, economy and practicality, then look the other way. But if you want fun and a bike that oozes retro style, read on.

Road Test: TD 2000

Published: 01 May 2007

What's not to like? The charm of a sporty Fifties MG, with modern Toyota bits under its glossy skin. Made in Malaysia? Oh, well, it's still cute, says Sean O'Grady

At last, a Rolls for the plutocrat who thinks that little bit bigger

Published: 29 April 2007

Rolls Royce Phantom EWB

The Verdict: Porsche 911 Targa 4S

Published: 24 April 2007

It may look cute, but there's nothing dainty about the way this twitchy, energetic roadster handles. Luckily, it's got four-wheel drive, says David Wilkins

Road Test: Mini One

Published: 24 April 2007

Sorry, BMW, but Sir Alec Issigonis won't be happy. John Simister tries the rather breathless entry-level new Mini, and finds himself hankering after a Cooper

Lexus offers so much car (and so many buttons) for your money.

Published: 22 April 2007

With unusual - oh, if you must - unprecedented timeliness, I happen to have tested the new Lexus LS460 the week after it was named the World Car of the Year.

Bandit 650: Suzuki's new all-rounder will please veterans and novices

Published: 17 April 2007

Suzuki's middleweight is a smooth, all-round performer that won't buckle the budget, says Tim Luckhurst

Road Test: Vauxhall Corsa VXR

Published: 17 April 2007

The first hot Corsas were too stable for their own good. Happily, the VXR understands the joys of tail-drift - and pushes all the boy-racer buttons for John Simister

The Verdict: Peugeot 207CC

Published: 17 April 2007

Peugeot's 206CC was a great car - but only women thought so. The tougher, more aggressive 207CC should tempt the lads, says Sean O'Grady

Mitsubishi Outlander: Another hulking great SUV

Published: 15 April 2007

Specifications

Road test: Mercedes-benz C-class

Published: 10 April 2007

The new C-Class is a clever shape-shifter that rivals BMW in agility, while staying as smooth as you'd expect from Mercedes-Benz, says John Simister

The Verdict: Saab 9-5 2.3T Biopower

Published: 10 April 2007

Biofuel has come to Cardiff, and we're testing Saab's planet-saver. Er, there's only one pump? Oh well... By David Wilkins

Volvo S80: An impressive dad-wagon

Published: 08 April 2007

Michael Booth's son is car-crazy. Can the ultimate Dad-mobile kill his passion?

Road Test: BMW 3-Series Convertible

Published: 03 April 2007

BMW has broken with tradition and put a metal roof on this good-looking convertible that, says John Simister, does a fair job as a coupé and deserves to edge ahead of the opposition

Buell XB12S Lightning: A flawed genius

Published: 03 April 2007

It starts shakily and the gearbox clunks, but this bike - as agile as a gymnast - is a winner, reports Tim Luckhurst

The Verdict: Cadillac BLS

Published: 03 April 2007

Distinctive design, a laid-back manner and a Saab template should help this American contender win where others have failed, says David Wilkins

Honda Civic Type R: Honda's new hot hatch for OAPs

Published: 01 April 2007

Would suit Stirling Moss
Price on the road £17,600
Performance 146mph, 0-60mph in 6.6 seconds
Combined fuel consumption 31mpg
Further information 0845 200 8000

Road Test: Fiat Bravo

Published: 27 March 2007

A round of applause for Turin; it's given up chasing the Golf market and rediscovered its soul in this striking and plush five-door. Bravo indeed, says John Simister

Piaggio's Carnaby: Can it rock back to the Sixties?

Published: 27 March 2007

Piaggio's latest tries to evoke the Swinging Sixties. It's good, but Tim Luckhurst misses that Italian wow factor

The Verdict: Porsche Boxster S

Published: 27 March 2007

How do you improve on perfection? Add 50bhp and a sixth gear to performance and comfort that were already extraordinary, says David Wilkins

Renaultsport Clio 197: A car that thinks its an electric toothbrush

Published: 25 March 2007

Would suit Misspent youths
Price £15,995
Performance 134mph, 0-62mph in 6.9 seconds
Combined fuel consumption 31.7mpg
Further information 0800 525 150

Road Test: BMW X5

Published: 20 March 2007

The X5 bristles with technology: head-up display, zippy electronics, safety features to (not) die for. Trouble is, says Sean O'Grady, it answers all the wrong questions

The Verdict: Proton Satria Neo 1.6 GSX

Published: 20 March 2007

Badge snobs may sniff, but the new Satria is stylish, appealing and fun to drive. Of course, Lotus did have a big hand in the design, says David Wilkins

Subaru B9 Tribeca: A very dumb SUV

Published: 18 March 2007

Would suit Sorry, no idea.
Price £28,995 (the seven-seat version costs £33,995)
Performance 121mph, 0-60mph in 9.3 seconds
Combined fuel consumption 23mpg
Further information 08708 502 503

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