
David Motton
Former What Car? editor David Motton has been a motoring journalist for more than 20 years, and has contributed to The Daily Telegraph and The Sunday Times. He also writes about travel and cycling.
Articles written by this author:

Best Cars with 3 Isofix Points 2026
by David Motton
Looking for a car with three Isofix points? These models allow you to install at least three child seats safely and easily.

Best Used Towing Cars 2026
by David Motton
Looking for a second-hand car for towing caravans, boats, horseboxes or trailers? These are our pick of the best used tow car...
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The Best Cheap Automatic Cars to Buy in 2026
by David Motton
Looking for a car with an automatic gearbox that won't break the bank? This is our guide to the best automatic cars for those...
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What is WLTP? Fuel economy tests explained
by David Motton
The way a new car's fuel economy and emissions is measured was changed a few years ago, but what do the latest WLTP tests inv...
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Ford Transit Custom (2012-2022) review | The default do-it-all used van
by David Motton
Car-like handling characteristics, a wide variety of body styles and a broad engine choice make the Transit Custom one of the...
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Volkswagen T-Roc 2017-2025 review | A dependable and stylish small SUV
by David Motton
The Volkswagen T-Roc is one of VW's SUV range, sitting between the pint-sized T-Cross and the large family-friendly Tiguan.

Kia Sorento 2025 review | Stylish and spacious seven-seat SUV
by David Motton
The Kia Sorento is a large seven-seat SUV that's available with a range of powertrains including diesel, petrol hybrid and pe...
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Ford Kuga 2026 review | The underdog family SUV
by David Motton
The third-generation Ford Kuga is bang up to date with its choice of fuel-saving hybrid technologies. It's a strong rival for...
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Skoda Karoq 2025 review | A great value SUV all-rounder
by David Motton
The Karoq replaced the Yeti as Skoda's midsize SUV. It's an entirely practical and sensible family car.

Nissan Navara Review (2014-2022)
by David Motton
As any superhero will tell you, leading a double life isn't easy. But that's just what double-cab pickups like the Nissan Nav...
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Volkswagen T-Cross Review (2019-present)
by David Motton
The T-Cross is Volkswagen's smallest SUV. If you're in the market for a small but practical car with adventurous styling, the...
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Audi A4 Review (2008-2015)
by David Motton
The B8 generation Audi A4 is a classy used car. Thanks to Audi's evolutionary approach to styling, the fourth-generation Audi...
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Skoda Kodiaq Review (2017-2024)
by David Motton
There's lots of space inside the Skoda Kodiaq family SUV; practicality is definitely one of its strong points.

Volvo V90 Review (2016-present)
by David Motton
In recent years Volvo has become well known for its XC family of SUVs, but go back a decade or two and Volvo was synonymous w...
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BMW X3 F25 Review (2011-2017)
by David Motton
The BMW X3 proves that SUVs can appeal to keen drivers. It delivers all the practicality you'd expect of a five-seat SUV, but...
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Honda Civic Mk8 Review (2005-2010)
by David Motton
Honda’s designers had fun with the eighth-generation Civic. All of a sudden, this byword for sensible, reliable motoring was ...
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Skoda Scala Review (2019-present)
by David Motton
The Skoda Scala does what Skoda traditionally does best; it offers lots of space at a very keen price. The Scala is a lot che...
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Lexus RX 450h Review (2015-2023)
by David Motton
Lexus was building hybrid SUVs long before it became fashionable, and the original RX launched in 1998.

Seat Alhambra Review (2010-2020)
by David Motton
The Seat Alhambra is the Spanish brand's take on the seven-seat MPV. It followed a tried and tested formula during its decade...
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Audi Q7 Review (2015-present)
by David Motton
Spacious, classy, competent and filled with high-tech gadgets, the Q7 is an ideal large SUV. It's even pretty fuel-efficient ...
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Audi Q5 Review (2017-2024)
by David Motton
The Audi Q5 is a very capable all-rounder. Perhaps it doesn't drive with the verve of a BMW X3, but it's wonderfully quiet at...
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Skoda Kamiq Review (2019-present)
by David Motton
The Kamiq is the smallest of Skoda's family of crossovers and SUVs. Under the skin, it has a lot in common with the Seat Aron...
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BMW X7 Review (2018-present)
by David Motton
The gargantuan BMW X7 provides Range Rover-style luxury SUV motoring and seven seats, and delivers strong performance from a ...
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The Best Cars for Bike Racks 2025
by David Motton
If you've got a bike to carry, you need a bike rack on your car. Whether you want to carry your wheels on a roof rack or rear...
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