Author: Rhys Gregory

Making the decision to tune my Mini Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW) isn’t something I’ve taken lightly. In fact, I never really saw the appeal of tuning cars, especially one like this. The internet is filled with examples of people tuning their cars, and I’ve noticed two types of enthusiasts. On one hand, you’ve got people with already powerful cars, striving to squeeze even more out of them. On the other, there are those with smaller engines, pushing them beyond their limits. The common thread? Both groups are busy chasing numbers—everyone seems to want more horsepower. But does more horsepower…

This weekend (11th – 13th October 2024), the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre is buzzing with excitement as it hosts the Everything Electric South 2024 event. As an EV owner myself—driving a Tesla Model 3 Performance—I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to check out what’s new and what’s coming to market in 2025. Whether you’re an EV enthusiast, a sustainable tech lover, or just curious about the future of green energy, this event has it all. While this isn’t a full review, I’ve summarised our initial impressions of the EVs we had the chance to drive today. All the models tested…

Following the successful launch of the all-new MINI family throughout the past year, the new MINI Cooper Convertible completes the brands’ new model family. Offered in a choice of two new petrol models, the MINI Cooper Convertible will begin production at MINI Plant Oxford later this year, following a nine-year hiatus. “We are very proud to be able to offer our customers a true convertible in the current MINI family. Our new MINI Cooper Convertible offers unmistakable, hallmark driving fun, coupled with boundless freedom and great emotions: Always Open. Iconic design combined with modern technology and connectivity make this vehicle…

Hyundai Motor UK has announced pricing and specification for the All-new INSTER, Hyundai’s 1st small EV for the European Market. The first small SUV EV in Hyundai’s electric line-up, INSTER is not only a practical choice for urban driving but can also deliver strong performance on longer drives with a range of up to 229 miles and equipment to deliver optimised recharge times, with heat pump and battery heating system as standard. INSTER’s exterior design is characterized by its robust yet small SUV profile with flush, clean surfaces, and strong design cues. Inster share’s its pixel design on the front…

Get set for a weekend of electric vehicles [EV] fun, coupled with sustainable home tech pioneers, as the industry readies for Everything Electric, the world’s No.1 EV and home energy expo, taking place in Farnborough, UK, 11-13 October, a festival of first looks and public EV test drives. Hyundai is gearing up to display its brand new INSTER, the smallest member of the Hyundai electric vehicle family, for the first time in public, while Omoda and MG Motors will be offering the first public test drives of the Omoda E5 and Cyberster. With thousands of test-drives available on a first-come-first-serve…

Electric vehicle (EV) owners in the UK are facing new challenges as the government introduces changes to the way EVs are taxed. For many years, electric car drivers have enjoyed the benefit of paying no vehicle tax, thanks to their zero emissions. However, as the number of electric cars on UK roads increases, it raises the question: is it sustainable to continue offering zero vehicle tax indefinitely? According to ZapMap, as of September 2024, over 1.25 million fully electric vehicles are registered in the UK, making up about 3.75% of the total 34 million cars on the road. This is…

One of the things I love most as a dad is encouraging my daughter to step out of her comfort zone and try something new. It’s one of those things that, as a parent, you know will help her grow—whether it’s teaching her to ride her bike (which is still one of my all-time favourite memories), climbing that intimidatingly high climbing frame, or braving her first rollercoaster. This time, the challenge was go-karting. I hadn’t been behind the wheel of a go-kart in over a decade when we found ourselves at the TeamSport Cardiff track. It wasn’t just a random…

Last October, I lost my father, Stephen Gregory, to cancer. It has been an incredibly difficult year as my family and I try to come to terms with his passing. In some ways, it still feels like yesterday. The grief is still raw, and it’s clear that the journey of healing is just beginning. Each of us has found our own way of remembering him. For my mother, it’s in the small gestures—though she still can’t bring herself to look at family photographs. My mother, sister, her children, and my own daughter have all contributed to a piece of artwork…

In parallel with its rollout of fully electric vehicles, Audi is continuing to intensively develop core combustion engine models such as the Q5 SUV, which is now available to order. The initial sales phase begins with the Q5 TFSI and Q5 TDI priced from £49,950 (OTR) and £51,600 (OTR) respectively. At the top of the lineup, boasting a 367PS 3.0 V6 engine, is the SQ5 priced from £74,400 (OTR). The latest addition to the highly successful Audi SUV stable is the first to be based on the new Premium Platform Combustion (PPC). It underpins its impactful new look with powerful…

Today, Tesla has launched a new addition to its Model 3 line-up in Europe – Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive. Offering a range of 436mi / 700km (WLTP) and a consumption of 20.1kWh per 100 miles / 12.5kWh per 100km, Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive is the longest-range Model 3 ever and the most efficient Tesla vehicle built to date. With an EV electricity tariff such as Intelligent Octopus Go at 7p per kWh an owner charging at home driving 10,000 miles per year would spend less than £150 a year on charging, approximately £140.82 for the Model…