2023 Suzuki Swace Review
This is the brand new 2023 Suzuki Swace. You’re looking at the pictures on this page and thinking one or both of two things: a) that it looks exactly like the previous Suzuki Swace and/or b) it looks a lot like a Toyota Corolla Estate. Frankly you’re right on both...
Lexus RX350h 2023 Road Test with Kiran
In issue 100 of Free Car mag, we road tested Lexus’ entry level baby SUV, the ‘UX’ (Read here: https://shorturl.at/mnENW). This month we are behind the wheel of its eldest brother, the ‘RX,’ the biggest SUV Lexus makes for the UK market. Our test car was the RX 350h...
Orient and Orient Star Watches Available Now with 25% off!
At Free Car Mag we are huge fans of the world's best watches and we have known that getting and Orient on our wrist involved a long haul flight to somewhere nice, or making some complicated arrangements over the internet. Now we don't have to worry any more. Japanese...
What Checks Should You Perform Before Buying a Used Car?
Buying a car is a major life event, whichever way you look at it. You might be buying your first-ever vehicle, in the weeks before your first driving test. Your family might be expanding, and it might be time to upgrade to something fit for the morning school run. You...
Motorway Tips for New Drivers
If you’ve only recently passed your practical test, then the prospect of driving on a motorway for the first time might be a galling one. These are high-speed roads which demand a completely different set of driving skills to the ones you might be used to. And, it...
How to choose the right car for you
Choosing the right car can be a daunting task, especially with so many options available in the market. There are several factors that you need to consider before deciding, such as budget, size, extras, and fuel. In this article, we will discuss each of these factors...
How to drive safely in the Summer
Summer driving can be a lot of fun, but it's important to be aware of the risks and take steps to stay safe on the road during this hotter and more relaxed time of year. Here are a few tips to help you drive safely in the summer months: - Check your fluids - Before...
BMW i4 M50 Electric Sports Saloon
The BMW i4 is essentially the full electric version of the 4 Series. The M50, which I reviewed at Millbrook Proving Ground last year (which is to say I got to drive it hard around the close road circuit), is the top dog. Pretty much the M4 of BMW’s i-series saloons....
2023 Ford Ranger Raptor Review
This thing makes no sense in the world we live in. We desperately want one! Do you need a truck? Probably not. Will you drive off road, actually, the question should be, will you frequently drive like a bat-out-of-hell on rough terrain? Unlikely. Is it smart to have a...
Marlin Automatic Sub-Dial from Timex Watches
Free Car Mag are spiritually and stylistically Mod. We might have an old oily Bike like a Rocker but we do crave a Lambretta to go with our sharp three piece suits. To top it all off though we do need to have just the right timepiece. Here's one we can go out and buy...
Kiran fits Lights to his Lego Ferrari
Story and pictures by Kiran Parmar In issue 110 of Free Car Mag, we built a Lego Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3, a fantastic and highly educational model kit. (Read issue 110 here: https://www.freecarmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Free-Car-Mag-Issue-110.pdf ) After...
Recycling Rolls-Royce and Bentley Cars with Flying Spares
Leicestershire-based Flying Spares, the world’s largest independent supplier of Rolls-Royce and Bentley parts, has crystallised its guiding principle into a new company motto: ‘Recycle to Preserve’. Flying Spares director, Neil Arman, explained: “As we shifted to...
BRAND NEW ADDITIONS TO THE KING SEIKO COLLECTION
At Free Car Mag we have a very large soft spot for Seiko watches. Our own collection is well into double figures and there is a feature coming soon on our '70s and '80s classics. Meanwhile we are saving up for a top of the range Grand Seiko.Here is some great news...
MOT preparation: Simple checks to get your car ready for an MOT
Car MOTs roll around once a year – but it doesn’t have to be a worrisome event. It can be helpful to take a few steps beforehand ahead of the test to give your car the best possible chance of passing. There may be talks of decreasing the frequency of MOTs, as well as...
The Africa Rally Pathfinder Edition 2023
The Africa Rally is an adventurous, exciting and beautiful charity rally event starting in Sparrowhawk Lodge, by Hartbeespoort (South Africa), and ends to the west of Kisumu, on Lake Victoria in Kenya. The 4,200km event is taking place in July! Will we see you at the...
Switching to an electric vehicle: Ways you need to adapt
If you’ve started seeing more electric cars on the road and are considering buying or leasing your own, now is the perfect time. Not only are these cars cheaper to maintain and run than traditional petrol or diesel vehicles but they are also great for the environment....
ev.energy give a glimpse into an electric future
Firstly, hats off to ev.energy and William Goldsmith Head of Grid and Data Services for agreeing to speak to us. Whereas so many companies involved in this hide behind their corporate sofas, William was keen to talk and tackle some difficult questions, “I do find...
Alpine A110 GT – Modern meets Retro!
The Alpine A110 sports car was actually introduced in 2017, but harks back even further to the 1963-1977 Alpine A110, described as a Berlinette (the French version of Berlinetta) otherwise described as a small two-door coupe. The new version from Alpine (which is...
Volkswagen ID.5 GTX Review
The Volkswagen ID.5 is the 'coupe' version of ID.4, which is a crossover family SUV-style electric vehicle. And by 'coupe' we don't mean it loses the rear doors, but that it gets a more fastback-like sloping rear roof-line. Cynical but enticing marketing terminology...
Fleuss Automatic Marlborough Limited Edition – An Inspired Tribute
At Free Car Mag we love watches, especially divers that are automatic and have a story to tell. This really is a proper Diver's timepiece. We will have more images and details in the next issue, 118. Please read on. The Fleuss Automatic Marlborough Limited Edition is...
