When it comes to electric cars, Tesla has long been at the forefront, with the Model 3 and Model Y being two of the brand’s most popular vehicles. As the owner of a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance, I recently had the opportunity to try a 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD for a…
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Let me start with a confession: I’ve always smirked at the idea of electric vehicles (EVs) navigating the countryside. It wasn’t the charging infrastructure that bothered me – it was the weight, the lack of engine noise, and the disconnect I assumed would exist on twisty, unpredictable roads. As a die-hard petrolhead with a Mini…
As a long-time Mini enthusiast, I’ve always appreciated the blend of performance and personality that comes with these cars. I used to drive a 2.0 Mini Clubman Cooper S (2017) that sounded incredible and looked equally as cool. With a few modifications, I’d managed to amp up both the look and the sound, though, in…
In the first part of my tuning journey, I shared my motivation and reasoning for considering a Stage II tune on my Mini Clubman JCW. Now, it’s time to dig into the final steps and upgrades needed to prepare the car for this significant performance enhancement. When tuning a car, the process is as much…
This past weekend, the NEC Classic Motor Show celebrated its 40th anniversary in Birmingham, drawing thousands of enthusiasts and car lovers from across the UK and beyond. Running from 8-10 November 2024, the event is legendary in petrolhead circles, and for years, I’d wanted to go. Every November, I’d think about it, only to find…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to enhance the look of my Mini Clubman F54 JCW with a spoiler. The trouble? If you own a Clubman, you’ll know the options are limited, especially compared to the popular Mini hatchback. MINI even decided to end production of the F54 earlier this year, perhaps…
There’s something magical about watching your child find their passion, and for my daughter, it’s racing. You might remember from our TeamSport Cardiff adventure that she’s shown up ready to race, eager to improve, and more than a little competitive. This journey of ours, filled with laps around the go-karting track, is something I cherish deeply. So,…
If you haven’t seen it yet, we recently revealed that we’re having a baby boy! We shared the exciting news in our own car-themed way—have a look at our blog post “Hot Wheels or Heels? Revealing Our Baby’s Gender, Our Way” for the big reveal.
Naming a baby is no easy feat. It’s such a personal…
If you've ever driven on UK motorways, you’ve likely experienced this: you’re carefully sticking to the average speed limit, yet a lorry seems to barrel past as if the limits don’t apply to them. This common perception often leaves drivers wondering about speed limits, lorry regulations, and whether there's something they’re missing. So, why do…
There are narrow roads, and then there's Llangynidr Bridge. Known as one of the oldest and narrowest bridges in Wales, it’s a true test of nerve for any driver brave enough to cross. My recent journey took me and my Mini Clubman JCW over this precarious stone bridge on our way from Baffle Haus to…