Richard Kilpatrick
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 4 long-term verdictThis week’s update: Don’t Leave Me Now! It’s time to say goodbye to the Eclipse Cross after seven months. An unusual 4x4 crossover with real talent, but it’s not for...30 Mar 2019 -
Audi A2 used buying guideThe Audi A2 took the challenge of making a more economical car without sacrificing luxury, and succeeded – how? Aluminium. This superlight supermini is a great choice for efficient...26 Feb 2019 -
Are used car prices rising? Motability resale values exploredMotability has entered the headlines as a result of executive pay and bonuses, shining a spotlight on the charity’s fleet operations performance. For many people – more than 600,000 in...7 Dec 2018 -
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Car cloning: all the factsDespite the more elaborate scams that catch out car owners and buyers, the rather simplistic car cloning con continues to cause problems. Car owners can end up with huge bills...5 Dec 2018 -
The EuroNCAP crash - safe car, zero starsIf you’re looking to generate headlines, there are few statements as powerful as claiming a consumer product is unsafe. From baby accessories to electricals, companies failing to meet standards have...5 Dec 2018 -
Volvo C30 - Used car buying guideIf you’re looking for a sporty three-door coupe with shooting-brake style, Volvo is probably one of the last companies to cross your mind. Yet it pretty much defined the style...30 Nov 2018 -
News: Tesco transforms charging infrastructureBringing a usable infrastructure for electric cars closer to completion, Tesco, Volkswagen and Pod Point are delivering 2,400 fast and rapid chargers to 600 locations in the UK. Free to...29 Nov 2018 -
Skoda Rapid Spaceback - Used car buying guideAmid the flurry of new models diversifying Skoda’s range over the past decade, the Rapid Spaceback can be easily overlooked – it’s an unusual size, blends rather sporty looks with...26 Nov 2018 -
Used 4x4s - Skoda Yeti vs Nissan QashqaiCrossovers, or cars that blend a combination of two different skills – in this case family hatch and off-roader – are big business, and more popular than ever. The first...22 Nov 2018 -
Chrysler 300C - Used car buying guideIf you want a used executive car, but don’t want to join the flock of German prestige marques filling Britain’s roads, your choices can seem rather limited. If it’s not...13 Nov 2018 -
Citroen C3 Pluriel - Used car buying guideLooking for a cabriolet for four is a game of compromises. Opt for something with decent luggage space and rear legroom, and you’ll end up with masses of wasted metal...13 Nov 2018 -
Great scrappage survivors for low cost commutingIf you’ve got to commute long distances regularly, a new car might cost more than the advertised rates due to the mileage allowances. You may not want to commit that...11 Oct 2018