09/07/2025
5 reasons why the Renault Rafale could be the future of SUVs
Is it time to forget everything you thought you knew about SUVs? Here are five reasons why the Renault Rafale could be vehicle of tomorrow.
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David joined Blackcircles in 2020, amassing tyre knowledge from across the business before stepping into his current role as Content Writer in 2024. A Business Management graduate, specialising in Marketing, David uses his skills to devise creative content to engage the wider Blackcircles audience.
As well as whipping up articles for Blackcircles’ media hubs, David also enjoys putting down the pen to get behind the wheel himself, participating in automotive events and putting tyres through their paces.
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