Southern Group Happenings: May 2025
As May came and went the Southern Group members remained as prolific as ever. Last month saw the group gather to raise money for charity with the annual SGMW Sue Baker Memorial Karting GP, along with the usual blend of car reviews, reveals, and varied social media posts. Latest: Volvo XC90 V8 review: a V8-powered […]
2025 MINI JCW Electric review: a fun but imperfect hot hatch for the EV era
As the electric car evolution continues, there is one niche that has yet to reach its full potential: the hot hatchback. However, with models such as the Abarth 500e, Cupra Born, and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N all trying to tempt enthusiasts to go electric, the new 2025 MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) Electric is the […]
Volvo XC90 V8 review: a V8-powered shrine to longevity
The first-generation Volvo XC90 is one of those cars that you hardly notice on the road. It is, after all, a large family SUV that has plenty of practical appeal that’s all very normal. Pick the XC90 V8, though, and this otherwise normal SUV becomes a whole lot more interesting. Latest: 2025 SGMW Sue Baker […]
Southern Group Happenings: April 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of the Southern Group of Motoring Writers (SGMW) Happenings. Here you’ll find the SGMW members’ latest ramblings that may involve test driving new cars and bikes, some armed police, and a birthday party for a car brand. Without further delay, these are the highlights from SGMW members from April 2025. […]
2025 SGMW Sue Baker Memorial Karting GP: Annual Karting Event Proves to be Another Thriller
The 2025 Southern Group of Motoring Writers’ (SGMW) annual Sue Baker Memorial Karting Grand Prix was held on 8th May at Team Sport, Crawley. In line with prior years, the 2025 instalment proved to be a thrilling race with plenty of competitive driving. Now in its eleventh running (in twelve years), the SGMW Karting GP […]
The Southern Group joins forces with WOMAC for 2025 Sue Baker Memorial Karting GP
For 2025, the Southern Group is proud to announce that our chosen charity for the 2025 Sue Baker Memorial Karting GP is Woman On The Move Against Cancer (WOMAC). This fantastic charity works to raise vital money to continue the fight against cancer, including raising funds to continue vital research. It also provides help to […]
Southern Group Happenings: March 2025
Welcome to the latest happenings update for the Southern Group. This time around we take a look back at March. And no, we cannot believe the year is going so quickly either. Latest: 2025 Mazda CX-80 review: flagship-worthy style, tech, and smoothness Here you’ll find a selection of the latest highlights from SGMW members, including […]
Southern Group Happenings: February 2025
As 2025 continues at a frantic pace, the most romantic month of the year came and went. After months of subpar weather, there were signs of warmer weather and longer days, along with the usual variety of new car launches and first drives. Last month, SGMW members continued to be their usual active selves, producing […]
Ford Capri 1.6L review: Go-Slow-In-A-Pinto
Being a product of the 70’s myself, I’ve always had a liking for the Capri. Rose-tinted glasses were not part of my attire when I was 5 so I was none-the-wiser as to what lay underneath the car Ford said “You promised yourself” This fascination for the Capri was in part because of The Professionals. […]
Southern Group Happenings: January 2025
While January is typically a long month after the Christmas and New Year celebrations have ended, the Southern Group has again demonstrated why they are one of the most active regional writers groups. In the first month of 2025, the members kick-started the year with a mass of new content and the usual mix of […]