Midland Automotive Group

01/06/2025

Toyota Prius review

I recently spent a week road testing the revelation that is the fifth-generation Toyota Prius… When it was launched in 1997, the pioneering Prius may not have been the most attractive of cars, but it was the first mass-produced petrol-electric hybrid, and several million have been produced. Now in its fifth iteration, it’s better than … 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝘁!

I recently spent a week road testing the revelation that is the fifth-generation Toyota Prius... Whe

31/05/2025

Top Free Engineering Calculators Every Technical Professional Should Be Using in 2025

As of the mid-2020s, technical professionals have never been more blessed in terms of the sheer abundance of engineering calculators they can call upon. Such digital tools – frequently completely free to use – allow for even the most specialised and complex calculations to be performed almost instantaneously. When it comes to ensuring the quickest … 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗯 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲!

As of the mid-2020s, technical professionals have never been more blessed in terms of the sheer abun

29/05/2025

Hot Wheels Legends Tour 2025: Hunt for new vehicle to reimagine as a die-cast model

UK petrolheads have their chance to make their mark on global car culture as the Hot Wheels Legends Tour returns for 2025. Now in its eighth year globally and fifth year in the UK, classic car modifiers and restorers, race car builders, JDM tuners, alongside truck and custom car constructors can now enter the competition … 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀!

UK petrolheads have their chance to make their mark on global car culture as the Hot Wheels Legends

17/05/2025

Hyundai Inster review

We get behind the wheel of the surprise package that is the Hyundai Inster – the South Korean brand’s smallest EV… Once in a while I get to road test a new car I know little about, and it proves to be something of a revelation. The cute, all-electric Hyundai Inster is one such vehicle. … 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲!

We get behind the wheel of the surprise package that is the Hyundai Inster - the South Korean brand'

03/05/2025

MG Cyberster GT review

We spend a memorable week with the MG Cyberster – the only all-electric roadster on the UK market… If cars were chosen purely for kerb appeal, then MG is onto a winner with the stunning Cyberster. I was loaned a Cyberster for a week and I can’t remember the last time a test car garnered … 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗯 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲!

We spend a memorable week with the MG Cyberster - the only all-electric roadster on the UK market...

29/04/2025

The Role of Cryptocurrencies in the Car Industry: Are We Ready for Crypto Payments?

Photo by Kanchanara on Unsplash Cryptocurrencies have made a significant impact on numerous industries, and the automotive sector is no exception. With the rise of digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and newer blockchain technologies, many are beginning to question whether the car industry is ready to accept cryptocurrencies as a legitimate form of payment. … 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗯 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲!

Photo by Kanchanara on Unsplash Cryptocurrencies have made a significant impact on numerous industri

27/04/2025

BYD Sealion 7 review

We drive the latest model from BYD, which recently overtook Tesla to become world’s leading EV maker… In 2024, Tesla made slightly less (4,500) electric vehicles than Chinese powerhouse BYD. A small margin, maybe, but a massive statement. BYD is now the biggest manufacturer of electric cars globally. Founded in February 1995, BYD (Build Your … 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲!

We drive the latest model from BYD, which recently overtook Tesla to become world's leading EV maker

17/04/2025

Five motoring maintenance tips to ensure a smooth Easter getaway

With Easter and spring-time staycations on the horizon, it’s easy to get distracted by packing and forget the importance of checking your vehicle and its tyres ahead of a long journey. We’ve teamed up with the experts at leading mid-range tyre brand, Davanti Tyres, to recommended these five maintenance checks to carry out before you … 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲!

12/04/2025

Ford Puma Gen-E review

First chance to get behind the wheel of the new Ford Puma Gen-E – the electric version of the UK’s best-selling car of 2023 and 2024 How time flies. Five years ago, I attended the press launch of the original (petrol) Ford Puma in sunny Spain. I remember it well. Not only was the sporty … 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝘁!

First chance to get behind the wheel of the new Ford Puma Gen-E - the electric version of the UK's b

08/04/2025

The 5 Most Popular Car Models People Are Leasing Right Now

Leasing a car is becoming an increasingly popular option for UK drivers, and it’s not hard to see why. With lower monthly payments and the flexibility to switch to a new car every few years, leasing offers an excellent alternative to buying, especially if you lease through a reputable provider like Pink Car Leasing. But … 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲!

Leasing a car is becoming an increasingly popular option for UK drivers, and it’s not hard to see wh

06/04/2025

Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce review: Behold, a proper EV hot hatch

We test the performance version of the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica – on track and UK roads for the first time… At the end of last year, I spent an entertaining week with the entry-level Alfa Romeo Junior – the first electric car from the iconic Italian brand. I concluded: “If you’re looking for an … 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲!

We test the performance version of the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica - on track and UK roads for the f