New Car Protection requires that new cars, by definition, are in an ‘as new’ condition cosmetically. However, unfortunately, experience has shown this is not always the case. Whilst on the surface, the paintwork may look shiny, closer inspection can reveal holograms and even sanding marks, the result of hurried factory finishing, plus swirls and scratches […]
Lexus is a brand long associated with luxury, but with the LC 500, the brand took on the challenge of combining luxury with a sporting edge to deliver a car unlike any other. The gentleman in charge of Lexus (Akio Toyoda) is a designer, not an engineer, whose heritage can be traced back to the […]
Popular since its release around ten years ago, the Audi A5 is now entering its second generation. The facelift version has smooth, sleek lines with all the understated elegance enthusiasts of this quality German marque have come to expect. Combining practicality with class, quality and performance, the A5 remains a desirable choice for those looking […]
New Car Protection Treatments have been growing in popularity as the phenomenon of the ‘ceramic coating’ has become increasingly widely known. Based on nanotechnology, ceramic coatings are inherently tough as their molecules have a small volume compared to their surface ratio. They use chemical bonds to deliver a level of permanent protection not provided by […]
The Ford Focus RS was first launched back in 2002, yet is still only into the 3rd generation. However, this 3rd gen has one or two extra tricks up its sleeve that will delight even the most experienced RS owner. In order to attain the RS badge, this car is tested in the most hostile of […]
Since its release, the Lamborghini Huracan has, as the name suggests, taken the supercar scene by storm! The name, Huracan, is derived from Taino, an Arawak language of the West Indies, which, when translated means ‘storm’. The Spanish modified the word to ‘hurakan’ which ultimately became ‘hurricane’ in English. Whichever language you prefer, the word […]
Mercedes has been rethinking model designations and in a midlife facelift exercise, has now replaced the SLK with the SLC. Along with the name change, out too, is the naturally-aspirated V8 engine found in the SLK55, replaced with a Biturbo-charged V6. Although Biturbo and twin-turbo both represent a dual turbo mechanism, the setup differs from […]
The original Ford Mustang shot to fame as Steve McQueen’s car in the 1968 classic cult movie, Bullitt. The modern version retains the ‘muscle car’ theme and slick fastback lines and with it, the undeniable ‘cool’ factor that only American muscle can deliver. In recognition of the upswing in overseas interest for the Mustang, Ford […]
Initially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2011 to replace the 997, the Porsche 991 burst onto the scene with an entirely new platform. Featuring longer body panelling and wheelbase, the overall length of the latest incarnation of the 911 increased by 70mm. A new transaxle configuration allowed the rear wheels to be placed […]
New Car Protection treatments have been on offer for many years now, yet there is still a significant percentage of the car-buying population who remain in the dark as to what this involves. The owner of this brand new Ford Mustang however, was well informed – that’s why he booked it into the UF’s Brands Hatch […]