Meet Metropol’s motoring writer

Ever since I can remember, I have always been utterly fascinated with all things automotive. My mother loved to tell others that her two-year-old son would sit at the bus stop and call out the make of just about every car which went past. During my school years, I developed a keen interest […]

Six reasons to go electric

Time is running out to make the most of the Government’s rebate on electric vehicles. Rebates are available to anyone purchasing an EV or plug-in hybrid EV — up to $8625 for new vehicles and up to $3450 for used, but only before 31 March this year. The discount applies to cars with […]

A hot Korean with hip-hugging comfort

The Hyundai i30 N caused quite a stir when it hit our shores a few years back. Here was a Korean hot hatch with more personality and fun than many of its German rivals. In short, it was a hoot, and for 2022, Hyundai claim things are even better. There are two variants […]

Lots to like: Honda

Cast your mind back to the first Honda CR-V. It was some time ago, wasn’t it? Fast forward to today and the warrior is still battling on in the medium SUV segment which is figuratively bursting at the seams. The latest CR-V is still a strong seller, especially when you consider the entry […]

New electric foiling powerboats

After 16 months of development, the world’s most anticipated electric boat recently completed its maiden flight, up on foils. The foiling Candela C-8 features a unique combination of long all-electric range, high speed, and industry-firsts. Its maiden flight took off from outside the Swedish tech company’s headquarters at Lidingö, Stockholm. After reaching its […]

From the editor: 17 February 2022

The power of positive thinking Optimism is one of my favourite words, and most of the time I’m a glass half full person. Actually I’m probably more of a glass three quarters full person, always looking on the bright side. Sometimes it is hard to find a bright side, but recently I read […]