Matt Allan Writer
  • Edinburgh
  • National World

Motoring writer for JPIMedia group. Covers all aspects of motoring-related content included industry and consumer news, features, new car road tests and product reviews

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National World, The Scotsman

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  • Motoring

612 Articles
10 months ago
scotsman.com

How to pack your car for a holiday or road trip: top packing tips to maximise space and keep lugg...

The ultimate guide to getting all your luggage safely and securely stowed before hitting the road

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

What to do if you see a dog in a hot car: UK law explained and how to help an animal in distress

What the law says about helping dogs in distress and how to care for an animal suffering heatstroke

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

2023 Vauxhall Corsa update brings new looks, improved EV range and hybrid option

Vauxhall looks to scoop up Ford Fiesta buyers with fresh looks and extra technology

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

Is ChargePlace Scotland being scrapped? Charging network set to be broken up in hunt for private ...

Transport Scotland says it is 'unsustainable' for Government-owned operator to fund planned doubling of EV charging n...

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

Ford Focus ST review: performance still at the heart of family friendly hot hatch hero

As Ford prepares to discontinue the Focus, the latest ST honours the hot hatch ideal as a thrilling family car

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4Xe review: price, performance and put high-end hybrid up against serious rivals

American brand's flagship 4x4 gets a major makeover and new powertrain as it looks to challenge models from Range Rov...

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11 months ago
scotsman.com

Subaru XV review: price and hybrid performance let down this rock-solid SUV

Subaru's smaller SUV is tough and dependable but can't match rivals for efficiency or style

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12 months ago
scotsman.com

Maserati Grecale Modena review: UK price, specification and performance of Porsche Macan rival

Italian brand's second SUV enters a packed field with a choice of mild-hybrid or wild V6 engines and impressive pract...

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12 months ago
scotsman.com

Car insurance: used car prices and rising repair bills behind 16% jump in costs

Insurers blame above-inflation rise in repair and replacement costs for highest premiums in three years

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12 months ago
scotsman.com

MOT test: 1 in 10 cars granted pass certificate despite failing to meet safety check standards

Garages ‘not upholding testing standards’ as 1 in 10 unroadworthy cars granted a pass and 1 in 50 fails unfairly

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12 months ago
nationalworld.com

Longer lorries 'put cyclists and pedestrians' at risk as new law gives them the go-ahead on Briti...

Businesses welcome new regulations but opponents raise safety and environmental concerns

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12 months ago
nationalworld.com

The 10 cheapest used cars for new drivers to insure - how to save money on your car insurance

Car insurance costs for new drivers remain the biggest single expense after buying a car.

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