Matt Prior | Autocar

Articles by Matt Prior

Car review

Used Subaru XV 2012-2017 review

The Subaru XV is a no-nonsense crossover that doesn't quite make enough sense on the road to trouble the likes of the Nissan Qashqai and the Seat Ateca

29 October 2013

Used Subaru XV 2012-2017 review

Why money trumps talent when it comes to motorsport

Despite the prevalence of privilege over talent, at least we still get to see spectacular races like the Bathurst 1000

Opinion

Why money trumps talent when it comes to motorsport

Outright talent isn't a necessity to go racing, but money is - and motorsport looks set to remain a sport of privilege

28 October 2013

Why money trumps talent when it comes to motorsport

What's your ideal present?

A supercar experience will be on top of a lot of Christmas wish lists come December

Opinion

What's your ideal car-related Christmas present?

Sales of supercar experience events are likely to skyrocket in the run-up to Christmas, but some aren't worth your money

21 October 2013

What's your ideal car-related Christmas present?

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Car review

Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2014-2020 review

The self-proclaimed 'best car in the world' gets a touch more luxury, a heap of new technology and a mild hybrid electrical system, but is it enough to hold off the latest attempts from BMW and Audi?

18 October 2013

Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2014-2020 review

Just add comfort

The Jaguar XJC would be a great candiate to modify for a 'comfy' niche car

Opinion

How about a new niche car that is really, really comfortable

There are plenty of designs out there for low, speedy sports cars. Why not something a little more comfy?

14 October 2013

How about a new niche car that is really, really comfortable

Hyundai Veloster

Car review

Used Hyundai Veloster 2012-2014 review

The Hyundai Veloster wins on practicality, price and standard kit but lacks the dynamic talent and appeal that a coupé should have.

9 October 2013

Used Hyundai Veloster 2012-2014 review

Is it time to call time on lap times?

Lap times are important, but would they stop you from buying a car?

Opinion

Should we call time on lap times?

Manufacturers will throw money and equipment at shaving a few tenths off their lap timings - but does it matter

7 October 2013

Should we call time on lap times?

Don't stop me now

The Fiesta ST is a dangerous car to play fuel light bingo with

Opinion

Don't stop me now (I'm running out of fuel)

Playing fuel light bingo has become a dangerous game in our Ford Fiesta ST

30 September 2013

Don't stop me now (I'm running out of fuel)

Morgan 3 Wheeler

Car review

Used Morgan 3 Wheeler 2012-2020 review

After a half-century absence, Morgan returns to three wheels with a firm focus on driver enjoyment above all else. It's a winning formula

30 September 2013

Used Morgan 3 Wheeler 2012-2020 review

Car review

Noble M600

The Noble M600 is one of the fastest and best-handling supercars we’ve tested

24 September 2013

Ferrari California

Car review

Used Ferrari California 2008-2014 review

The Ferrari California is the company's boldest model for decades, but is it worthy of the name?

23 September 2013

Used Ferrari California 2008-2014 review

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