Alpine A390 Test Drive: Experience Alpine’s Electric Revolution

After the superb G 450 d, with its delightful six-cylinder diesel and endless torque, and the surprisingly competent G 580 EQ, which proved that even a G-Class can stand strong in electric form, it was time for the third musketeer: the all-new G 500.

Many kilometers in an E61 535d have left a nostalgic feeling for what makes a BMW a BMW for me. Mirror that feeling to recent, controversial decisions by the brand, and after reading this review, you’ll see why I ended up relieved.

The Range Rover Sport is one of those cars you don’t buy because it’s the most rational choice. With the Range Rover Sport P460e Dynamic SE, Land Rover adds another layer to that formula: a plug-in hybrid powertrain delivering 460 horsepower, designed to combine classic Range Rover luxury with modern electrified efficiency.

The range of the new Mercedes GLC includes not one or two, but three plug-in hybrid versions. Next to the GLC 300e and GLC300de, we took the fastest and most powerful plug-in hybrid of the bunch, the GLC 400e 4matic. Can this GLC win our hearts?

You've seen a fair amount of C-Class models being reviewed here, but you haven't seen this Mercedes-Benz C 220 d All-Terrain pass by. A flavor of C-Class that housed two premieres in fact.

Op papier lijkt het bijna absurd: 727 pk, 1.000 Nm, M xDrive met 4WD, 4WD Sport én 2WD. Alsof BMW dacht: “Waarom kiezen tussen efficiëntie en hooligan-gedrag als je beide kunt hebben?” En eerlijk, dat is exact waarom we stiekem zo verliefd blijven op de M5. Altijd al, elke generatie opnieuw.

Twenty or so years ago, the battery electric vehicle (BEV) arms race began with exotic vehicles of all sorts, cars like the Tesla Roadster or the more recent Jaguar I-Pace. But thankfully, the world is now being fed regular models powered by batteries too, and today's subject is one of those: the Mercedes EQB 250 Luxury Line.

Sommige auto’s moet je niet twee dagen testen. Sommige moet je leven. En dat is precies wat er gebeurde met deze Range Rover P510e. Geen fabrieksnieuw testmodel. Geen showroomglans. Maar een exemplaar met 50.000 kilometer op de teller, een long-term test avant la lettre.

Though the world may never have been as polarized and divided as today, almost everyone agrees that the Mercedes-AMG SL is nothing but beautiful. But when I mention a 4-cylinder in the SL? You're right back in the polarized world.

What do you put in the introduction of a review about the 2023 BMW M3 Touring? I had that question in my head for the past few weeks, and then I realised this car doesn’t need an introduction.

Na bijna 1.000 km testen op Belgische wegen, snelwegen en bochtige secundaire routes, zat ons verbruik op 2,2 l/100 km en 14,2 kWh/100 km, cijfers die je eigenlijk alleen verwacht bij een veel kleinere plug-in, maar zeker niet bij een S-Klasse Lang-limousine. En toch: de S 450 e Lang overtuigde ons op elk vlak. Misschien zijn we nog altijd fans van eine sterke S-Klasse-diesel, maar deze hybride versie wist ons hart op onvermoede manier te veroveren.

We’ve already had our hands on the new Range Rover, and we have already concluded that it was a worthy replacement for the old King. Now, the king also comes with 7 seats, which changes a few things.

Sometimes you come across cars you think about rationally. And sometimes there are cars where, after just three corners, you already know: this simply feels right. The Volkswagen Golf 8.5 R Black Edition clearly belongs to that second category. In fact, we can sum it up quite simply: this might just be the most complete hot hatch you can buy today.

Little over half a year ago, I had the pleasure of driving the 843 hp Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance in Nice, France. That encounter was only brief and didn't leave an impression, as its non-PHEV family member did back in 2019. Is a multiple-day encounter with one of AMG's flagships enough to win me over?

The long-awaited successor to the first-generation M2 is here. And whilst it has received some criticism even before the first models rolled from the production line, it’s a surprising car.

Sometimes you get into a car and immediately think: this is special. And sometimes you get into a car and think: this just makes sense. The new Skoda Enyaq 85 Corporate falls into that second category. No drama, no gimmicks, no exaggerated promises. Just a fully electric family SUV built with one simple goal: to do everything right.

Alpine’s range has never really stood still in recent years. The A110 has continuously evolved — refined, sharpened, and subtly repositioned with each iteration. With the arrival of the A110 GTS, Alpine takes another interesting step: the former A110 S and A110 GT are merged into a single model that promises to combine the best of both worlds.

Sommige auto's moet je niet begrijpen. Je moet ze voelen. De nieuwe Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ is precies zo’n auto. Een roadster die ergens tussen ratio en verlangen balanceert, en die in stilte een vraag stelt waarop geen enkel getal antwoord kan geven: hoeveel is genoeg?

Some cars don’t need to be driven to know they’re right. The Alpine A290 was one of those from day one. The tough, compact proportions. The wide stance. And above all those distinctive X‑shaped split headlights, a playful nod to the A110 and at the same time a clear statement: this is an Alpine, not just a Renault in different clothing.

SUVs dominate the market at the moment, but that doesn’t scare some manufacturers to still offer estate cars. One of those all-time favorite estates is the Volkswagen Passat and guess what: there is a new one!

Als de R5 het retro-electric statement van Renault is, dan voelt de nieuwe R4 E-Tech als de volwassen, verfijnde grote broer. Ja, op papier lijken ze op elkaar maar in de praktijk zijn de verschillen te groot om te negeren. Voor ons is de R4 geen betere R5. Maar hij is misschien wel de meest complete van beide. En meer nog: een serieuze kanshebber voor Car of the Year 2026.

Als je ons vraagt: ja, dit is een McLaren zoals we er één willen zien in 2025. Een hybride supercar die durft te zwijgen, maar je oren vult als je vraagt. De Artura Spider is een unieke mix van technologie, emotie en rijdynamiek, en na een uitgebreide rit ben ik meer dan onder de indruk.

Can one model replace two? According to Mercedes-Benz, it sure can, as the CLE has replaced both the C- and E-Class Coupe. But can the CLE capture the spirit of both of their entry-level AMG models?

The 3 Series is one of the best-selling premium cars in its segment. The hybrid alternative is quickly gaining traction, so is the 320e Touring the perfect car for your daily commute? Let’s find out!

Some cars only reveal their true character when you put them through far too many kilometres in far too little time. The BYD Seal Excellence AWD is exactly that kind of car. No neat half-day test drive, no predictable loop around the block (but over 3,200 kilometres in a single week, including more than 2,200 kilometres in just 48 hours. Austria, Paris, back home) highways, cold nights, charging stops, detours, stress, fatigue, and above all: plenty of time to discover where a car truly excels… and where it doesn’t.