It’s been 10 years since Isuzu launched the D-Max; in that time, it’s gained a reputation as a capable 4×4 and its appeal rivals that of the mighty Toyota Hilux. With the imminent arrival of birds and several pens to get ready, there was a touch of perfect timing for the arrival of the latest…

Subaru launched the Forester in 1997. Initially based on the Impreza, it gained a reputation for being a hard-wearing, no-nonsense, go-anywhere vehicle. It soon proved popular with country folk. Subaru Forester E-Boxer I’m trying out the latest eco-friendly incarnation of the Forester, the Subaru Forester E-Boxer XE Premium Lineartronic, a self-charging hybrid. The Forester has…

Jaguar joined the SUV market with the launch of the Jaguar F-Pace in 2015. Although popular, it’s been hovering under the countryman’s radar compared with some of its competitors and I see this as good enough reason to want to give it a try. I was impressed as the sleek F-Pace appeared in the driveway….

The Suzuki Jimny doesn’t need much introduction; the wee Japanese 4×4 has earned itself a cult status and many, including yours truly, were thrilled when the latest Jimny was released in 2018. We were equally devastated when, thanks to emissions laws, it was withdrawn from EU and UK markets in 2020. With a year-long waiting…

The word legend gets thrown around all too often, but in the case of the Land Rover Defender 110, it’s well deserved. Whether for duties on the farm, transporting our special forces, or as a favoured Chelsea tractor, the Defender has made its mark. So can the updated version fill those very big boots? We’re…

The SUV market is bursting with choice and SsangYong has thrown an even bigger hat into the mix with its all-new SsangYong Rexton Ultimate. Previously, the Rexton was a remodelled Mercedes, but now the Korean outfit has taken charge of the whole shebang with this fifth-generation model. The Rexton comes in two versions, the Ventura…

The Land Rover Defender was a mainstay of rural and military life for quite some time. After a four-year gap waiting for the updated version, I was more than keen to see if the all-new Defender 90 lived up to its legendary predecessor. We’re taking a look at the Land Rover Defender 90 P300 X-Dynamic…

Renowned for producing high-end sports cars for secret agents and wealthy connoisseurs, Aston Martin is the latest to add an SUV to its range with the all-new DBX. Gimmick or serious off-roader? I assumed the role of 003.5 to find out. Excited would be an understatement and, as the DBX was unloaded from the trailer,…

The mighty ‘Disco’ has gained many followers over the past three decades, most sporting some sort of country attire rather than looking like an extra from Saturday Night Fever. The Discovery has evolved, but has always been a constant in town and country. But does the Disco 5 carry that mantle? We’re taking a look…

As the sleek Volkswagen Touareg pulled up, I thought: “This looks like a proper big-boy motor.” We’re taking a look at Volkswagen’s Black Edition, a three-litre TDI V6, and I’m hopeful this third-generation model will tick a few boxes. If the 21in Suzuka wheels weren’t a giveaway, the Black Edition is the sporty iteration of…

A country-based VW Tiguan review Since its introduction in 2007, the Tiguan has proven a popular vehicle for the modern 2.4-children family.Normally associated with the school run or a weekend trip to a National Trust property, the latest version could tick a few Shooting Times boxes. So I’ve done a VW Tiguan review by putting…