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Getting behind the wheel of Skoda’s new SUV
The Karoq is a replacement for Skoda’s dear, departed Yeti.
Putting the Dacia Duster to the test and discovering the secrets of its global success
I told a female friend I’d been driving the new Dacia Duster. “The what?” she said. “I wouldn’t want anything named after a piece of domestic equipment. That’s as bad as the Ford Fridge, the Volvo Vacuum, the Mercedes Mop or the Bentley Brush.”
The Cadillac is a rare sight on Scottish roads – this Aberdeen pair own a 1960 original
With stylised tail fins, chrome bumpers and ridiculous dimensions, when you imagine a Cadillac – this is it.
Bus fans taken on trip back in time in Alford
A wave of nostalgia swept over Alford on Sunday when a fleet of historic buses were on display in the sunshine.
Getting the most out of a car – what happens when cars shudder to a halt for the last time
We might be getting better at recycling paper and plastic, but what about that ton and a half of metal on your driveway?
Jaguar escapes from Moray barn and winds up at auction
An elusive Jaguar which has been in hibernation for decades has suddenly roared out of the darkness from a barn in Moray.
Charity to open cafe after automotive auction success
A north-east charity can open its first cafe to help get people into employment after raising thousands of pounds at a specialist auction.
Back with a bang: Honda hits a winner with the new HR-V
Okay, stop us if you’ve heard this one before.
Restoring classic cars to their former glory is the life of Riley for Alistair
A stickler for tradition, Alistair Reid likes nothing more than to see old classic motors restored to their original glory. He told Philippa Gerrard about his most recent project.
In Pictures: The one-off motor which has been a labour of love for this north-east man
If gleaming motors fresh off the factory floor are more your thing, then look away now.
Road Test: Suzuki’s Swift Sport is an unrecognised hero
Hot Hatches weren’t always about power.
Automotive auction to raise funds for north-east charity cafe
Hundreds of pieces of rare automotive memorabilia are being sent under the hammer to help a north-east charity open its first cafe.
Road test: Third-generation MINI has been usefully improved
For a car that’s been so successful, the modern-day MINI seems to have nevertheless disgruntled quite a few people.
In Pictures: Loch Ness Classic Car tour
Classic and vintage cars descended upon Loch Ness last Saturday, June 9, with entries from as far afield as the Central Belt.
Road Test: Mercedes C-Class has sharpened up its act and become a force to be reckoned with
This much improved version of the fourth-generation Mercedes C-Class features a package of significant enhancements.
Military precision at collector Doug Matheson’s Portsoy farm
A thunderous rumble suddenly breaks the silence on Doug Matheson’s Portsoy farm, as he roars out of the garage on a 1954 Austin Champ.
Road test: Dynamic display with fourth-generation Renault Clio
Renault’s fourth generation Clio supermini gets a simplified range structure with value pricing and plenty of equipment.
BMW first with wireless recharger
Recharging your electrified car could get even easier – if BMW’s new wireless charger catches on.
Leave room for cars amid the food at Taste of Grampian
If you thought the Taste of Grampian was all about food and drink, think again.
Road Test: 10th generation Mercedes E-Class Estate
The Mercedes E-Class Estate has always been a very classy way to carry rather a lot. Now it’s better-looking, cleverer and more efficient than ever.
Road Test: Go explore with this urban jungle cruiser
Cars of the Crossover-kind – family hatchbacks with a dose of SUV-style – are deservedly popular, but they tend to be sold by brands with very little 4x4 credibility.
GALLERY: Vintage Ford Model Ts tour the north and north-east of Scotland
If you were driving around the north of Scotland last week you might have seen a nice surprise in your rear view mirror.
In pictures: Unique vintage vehicles showcased at Aberdeenshire event
Alford basked in sunshine yesterday as a collection of vintage vehicles rolled into the north-east community.
Road test: Fourth generation Ford Focus
It’s very difficult to over-state the importance of the Focus family hatch to Ford’s European business.
A lifetime of restoring broken down old vehicles has left Derek Reid with more motors than he knows what to do with
Not many people get to do what they love for a job, but for Derek Reid the daily grind is nothing short of a hobby.
Road test: Audi’s A5 Sportback
Back in 2010, the original version of Audi’s A5 Sportback was the first hatchback in the compact executive segment, the area of the market dominated by models like Audi’s A4, BMW’s 3 Series and the Mercedes C-Class.
New SEAT Ibiza offers small-car buyers an eco alternative
This fifth generation version of SEAT’s Ibiza supermini offers small car buyers a smarter set of more eco-conscious hi-tech talents.
Road test: New Audi Q5 gives SUV rivals something to think about
The second generation version of Audi’s Q5 premium compact SUV might not appear to be much different from its predecessor but take it from us: almost everything that could have been improved on this car has been.
Visitors flock to Turriff’s vintage car rally
Hundreds of cars and visitors took take part in Turriff’s vintage car rally.
In Pictures: Roofs down for Moray Miglia rally
It’s not every day that sports car owners in Scotland get to drive with their roofs down, but the stars aligned recently for them at the fabulous Moray Miglia rally.
VIDEO: The classic car collection that Jack built
Like many other boys of 17, Jack Meredith was obsessed with cars, the more unusual the better.
Act smart to snap up this MX-5 RF
Not content with delivering just two special-edition Sport Black models this year, Mazda has brought the trim level to its range-topper – the MX-5 RF.
