David Motton

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.

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Audi Q7 (2015-2025) review | Perhaps the perfect used family car

Audi Q7 (2015-2025) review | Perhaps the perfect used family car

Updated on 14 August 2026

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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Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2026 review | Alternative to a premium SUV

Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2026 review | Alternative to a premium SUV

Updated on 11 August 2026

The Mercedes B-Class is a rare breed these days in that it's a five-seat MPV. That's not to say you should ignore it, however...

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Best Cars with 3 Isofix Points 2026

Best Cars with 3 Isofix Points 2026

Updated on 17 July 2026

Looking for a car with three Isofix points? These models allow you to install at least three child seats safely and easily.

The Best Cheap Automatic Cars to Buy in 2026

The Best Cheap Automatic Cars to Buy in 2026

Updated on 15 July 2026

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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Best Used Towing Cars 2026

Best Used Towing Cars 2026

Updated on 15 July 2026

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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Volkswagen T-Roc 2017-2025 review | A dependable and stylish small SUV

Volkswagen T-Roc 2017-2025 review | A dependable and stylish small SUV

Updated on 12 June 2026

The Volkswagen T-Roc is one of VW's SUV range, sitting between the pint-sized T-Cross and the large family-friendly Tiguan.

What is WLTP? Fuel economy tests explained

What is WLTP? Fuel economy tests explained

Updated on 23 April 2026

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

Ford Transit Custom (2012-2022) review | The default do-it-all used van

Updated on 24 March 2026

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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Kia Sorento 2025 review | Stylish and spacious seven-seat SUV

Kia Sorento 2025 review | Stylish and spacious seven-seat SUV

Updated on 16 January 2026

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

Ford Kuga 2026 review | The underdog family SUV

Updated on 8 January 2026

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

Skoda Karoq 2025 review | A great value SUV all-rounder

Updated on 19 December 2025

The Karoq replaced the Yeti as Skoda's midsize SUV. It's an entirely practical and sensible family car.

Volkswagen T-Cross Review (2019-present)

Volkswagen T-Cross Review (2019-present)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Audi A4 Review (2008-2015)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Skoda Kodiaq Review (2017-2024)

Updated on 29 August 2025

There's lots of space inside the Skoda Kodiaq family SUV; practicality is definitely one of its strong points.

Volvo V90 Review (2016-present)

Volvo V90 Review (2016-present)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

BMW X3 F25 Review (2011-2017)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Honda Civic Mk8 Review (2005-2010)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Skoda Scala Review (2019-present)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Lexus RX 450h Review (2015-2023)

Updated on 29 August 2025

Lexus was building hybrid SUVs long before it became fashionable, and the original RX launched in 1998.

Seat Alhambra Review (2010-2020)

Seat Alhambra Review (2010-2020)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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 Q5 Review (2017-2024)

Audi Q5 Review (2017-2024)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

Skoda Kamiq Review (2019-present)

Updated on 29 August 2025

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)

BMW X7 Review (2018-present)

Updated on 29 August 2025

The gargantuan BMW X7 provides Range Rover-style luxury SUV motoring and seven seats, and delivers strong performance from a ...

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