Alex Robbins
The Telegraph
United Kingdom
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Kia Ceed review: ignore the VW Golf and buy one of these if you value no-nonsense family transport
While it isn’t perfect, the latest version of the Korean hatchback gets plenty right – especially the things that really matter to families → Read More
Citroen C5 X review: this accomplished French all-rounder is the shape of things to come
It runs the risk of being the worst kind of compromise, but the C5 X impressively blends the disparate demands of modern motoring → Read More
Ask the expert: 'Should my new Land Rover’s battery be going flat?'
As the Telegraph's motoring expert, I weigh in on your car dilemmas to save you money and make your driving life easier → Read More
How to stay safe when driving through flood water in the UK
Hazardous conditions on the roads amid Storm Eunice might give cause for concern, but here's how to stay safe → Read More
MG ZS review: this budget SUV is great value and great fun – but with one major flaw
The ZS small SUV is hard to beat in terms of bang for buck. But should its crash test performance put you off? → Read More
The top 10 most fuel-efficient new cars you can buy today
Prepare for high fuel prices and continuing shortages at the pumps with these frugal favourites → Read More
10 best electric cars for longest range: which is miles better?
All of our top 10 can theoretically travel at least 330 miles on a full charge. Less than a year ago, that figure was only 250 miles → Read More
Ask the expert: 'Should I have to put up with heavily stained seats on a used car?'
As the Telegraph's motoring expert, I weigh in on your car dilemmas to save you money and make your driving life easier → Read More
Best-kept secrets: the used cars that you should buy now
When judging what makes a good used car, one of the factors we often keep in mind is just how easy it is to get hold of a good example. → Read More
The best classic cars under £2,000 for young drivers
If you’re young and trying to run a car on a relatively tight budget, the idea of owning a classic might feel like a distant dream. → Read More
Driving in Europe after Brexit: why it's bad news for tourists – and even worse news for pets
British tourists and travellers currently enjoy unfettered access to the European Union and its 27 member states. → Read More
Hybrid cars explained: is a mild, plug-in or self-charging hybrid best for you?
Everywhere you look there’s a new hybrid on sale. → Read More
Aston Martin DB11 Volante review: is this convertible grand tourer the best DB11 yet?
There’s one thing you’ll need to prepare yourself for if you’re planning to buy an Aston Martin DB11 Volante, and that’s the number of people who gawp at you as you drive by. → Read More
Audi TTS Roadster review: a performance car for all reasons – and seasons
It is raining relentlessly as we pull away from the pub car park. → Read More
Caffeine and Machine: Inside the new pitstop for car enthusiasts
Follow the Banbury Road south-east out of Stratford-upon-Avon for about 10 minutes, and on the right you’ll come across a large white house. → Read More
This headlong rush to stigmatise diesel cars could end up causing more pollution, not less
Should you buy a petrol or a diesel car next? → Read More
Au revoir! A pre-Brexit farewell to France – in a Peugeot 205 GL
It was, as all good ideas are, born of an evening at the pub. → Read More
Why Retromobile is the best classic car show in the world
It was the Renault stand that did it for me. → Read More
Kia Optima Sportswagon review: big, yes, but not particularly clever
Heavy, underpowered and simply not as good to drive or as refined as the competition. → Read More
Audi TT review: a capable coupé with a classy cabin – but hardcore drivers should just buy a Porsche
Audi's press relations chap was in a cheerful mood at the UK launch of the facelifted TT. → Read More