Joshua Thompson

News editor — Joshua deals with numbers for a living, but cars are his lifelong passion. He loves all, from his dream Stingray through to his first car, a Mercury Tracer.

Renault

2016 Renault Megane IV estate: four wheel steering optional

by Joshua Thompson

The new Renault Megane estate has been revealed and it will be available with the company’s 4Control four wheel steering system.

Suzuki

Suzuki X-90 targa SUV (1995-1997) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

Based on the Escudo/Sidekick/Vitara, the Suzuki X-90 had removable roof panels, seating for two, and a targa body style. It was a not a sales success.

Chevrolet

Chevrolet Matiz (M200, 2008) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

The second generation Matiz was sold in Europe as a Chevrolet after the Daewoo brand was retired there. Definitely less cute than the Giugiaro original.

Volvo

Volvo 960 wagon (1990-1998) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

The successor to the 760, the Volvo 960 wagon was big, rear-wheel drive, and boxy. Facelifted in 1994, and renamed the V90 in 1996-7.

Volkswagen

2016 Volkswagen Up facelift: Optional turbo engine, 300W Beats audio

by Joshua Thompson

The Volkswagen Up’s mild makeover for 2016 has updated bumpers, lights, and new options in the form of a turbo engine and 300W Beats audio system.

Chevrolet

Chevrolet SSR Signature Series (2003) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

The Chevrolet SSR pickup with a folding convertible hardtop was a concept car (the 2000 SSR) turned reality. It wasn’t a sales success.

Daewoo

Daewoo Matiz (M150) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

The facelifted M150 Daewoo Matiz debuted in 2000 with a new front end and an available I4 engine. The update kept the car’s cheap and cheerful look.

Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo Giuletta (2016 update, Tipo 940) photo gallery

by Joshua Thompson

The 2016 Alfa Romeo Giulietta sports a very mild facelift, connectivity services, and a 89kW (120hp) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) 1.6-liter JTDm diesel engine.

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