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David Gebbie

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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’Guess
24/11/2025

What’s your winter driving spirit animal? Personality quiz

When the temperature drops, what kind of driver comes out? Take our winter spirit animal personality quiz to find out.

’Renault
20/11/2025

The new Renault Trafic E-Tech finally gets full reveal

The new Renault Trafic E-Tech has been fully revealed, showcasing a dedicated EV platform and complete design rethink.

’OMODA
18/11/2025

OMODA 7: China’s latest premium player coming to UK

China's OMODA 7 is set to challenge the UK mid-sized SUV market in 2026 — but can it bring premium tech without a hefty price tag?

’2026
13/11/2025

First look: A chilled sneak peek at the 2026 Mercedes GLB

Mercedes has put its all-new 2026 GLB through extreme testing ahead of its December debut, promising a tech-filled, seven-seat SUV.

’Guess
06/11/2025

Guess the car song: Picture quiz

Test your skills and see if you can identify these famous songs about cars, driving, and the open road.

’Kia
03/11/2025

No more EV range anxiety? Kia PV5 Cargo sets 430-mile record

Kia’s PV5 Cargo has set a record by travelling over 430 miles on a single charge, while fully loaded. But can it survive in the real world?

’Cars
28/10/2025

Still got it: 5 cars that changed the world

Forget the fastest or best-looking cars of all time, we’re looking at the blueprints which underpin the cars on our roads today.

’Michelin
27/10/2025

Why do drivers rate the new Michelin CrossClimate 3?

The long-awaited CrossClimate 3 has arrived, and the reviews are in. So what does the public think of Michelin’s latest tyre?

’Isuzu
22/10/2025

New Isuzu D-Max V-Cross gets commercial model from £41,995

Isuzu is launching a commercial model from its top-of-the-range D-Max. But is it strictly business?

’Hankook's
17/10/2025

Is more tread depth, better? Hankook iON FlexClimate

Hankook has taken a traditional approach with its forward-thinking EV tyre, but is this deep-tread commitment the secret to its long-term performance?

’Guess
13/10/2025

Guess the campervan: Picture quiz

Five pictures, five campervans, five guesses and five points available for each. How many can you identify?

’Top
10/10/2025

Business and pleasure? Top 5 sports vans

Looking for a van which can make the working week (and beyond) a little more interesting? Here are our top 5 sports van picks.

’Uniroyal
10/10/2025

How do you stop aquaplaning? Putting Uniroyal’s RainSport 5 to the test

Can a specific tyre prevent aquaplaning? We took a trip to a Slovenian ‘kick plate’ with Uniroyal to find out.

’Uniroyal
10/10/2025

Exclusive Q&A: What makes Uniroyal’s RainSport 5 the master of the wet?

Uniroyal has earned its reputation as the wet weather driving expert, but what allowed the RainSport 5 to set the current benchmark?

’Ford
01/10/2025

Was the Ford Transit really the first Transit van?

Ford is currently celebrating 60 years of its iconic Transit van, but is there a mistake in the timeline?

’Wireless
29/09/2025

Wireless charging Porsche Cayenne: The future of electric driving?

Can the convenience of a wireless charger scale up to power a high-performance SUV? Find out with new electric Cayenne.

’Which
24/09/2025

Which car season are you? Personality quiz

Every personality has a season, but does your car have one too? Answer these 6 questions to find out.

’Mini
24/09/2025

Why MINI has elected Vredestein as its all-season specialist

MINI has joined forces with the all-season tyre specialist, but why is this partnership a perfect fit?

’UK
19/09/2025

Why are UK drivers choosing all-season tyres?

Almost two out of three UK drivers are considering all-season tyres, but what's driving this shift?

’BMW
18/09/2025

BMW’s new era begins in Munich with the iX3

From a groundbreaking 500-mile range to an eye-catching, heritage-informed design, the iX3 marks the dawn of a new chapter for BMW.

’New
15/09/2025

New electric Mercedes GLC: the star of Munich motor show 2025?

Impressive range, Mercedes’ biggest screen yet, an unexpected new grille: the new electric GLC caused a shock in Munich.

’Continental
10/09/2025

Exclusive Q&A: Are all-season tyres the ultimate all-rounders?

Continental’s Nicholas O'Beirne gives us an exclusive look at the AllSeasonContact 2.

’Hankook's
05/09/2025

Are EV tyres different? Hankook's iON range says yes

Find out why Hankook's specialised EV tyres are scooping up all the awards.

’GWM
01/09/2025

GWM POER300: the latest budget-friendly work vehicle from £31,495

Promising workhorse capability at a wallet-friendly price, has a new budget pickup king arrived?

’Uniroyal's
29/08/2025

Can a tyre be ready for anything? Uniroyal's AllSeasonExpert 3

You can't trust the UK weather, but what if you could trust your tyres to handle it anyway?

’Camper
25/08/2025

Where should you take your campervan next?

Take the quiz to discover your ideal campervanning location.

’Which
18/08/2025

Which car matches your star sign? Zodiac quiz

Forget star signs, we want to know your car sign.

’Volvo
06/08/2025

5 reasons why the Volvo XC90 is the pinnacle of SUV safety

Volvo’s pioneering spirit in safety is embodied in the XC90. Here’s five reasons why.

’2026
04/08/2025

2026 VW Grand California revealed with luxurious interior

The latest Grand California revealed with new interior and practical enhancements for even more comfortable travels.

’Toyota
31/07/2025

Toyota's Land Cruiser goes to work with new Commercial model

It seems even iconic 4x4s need to earn their keep. But has Toyota's Land Cruiser Commercial remembered its adventurous roots?

’Goodwood
18/07/2025

Who won the Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb?

Discover the top three performers from the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb.

’Honda
17/07/2025

Honda Super EV: a ‘fun-to-drive’ electric car?

The Honda Super EV made its debut at Goodwood's Festival of Speed. But will it bring the enjoyment it promises?

’MG
15/07/2025

MG Cyber X gets stylish Goodwood FOS reveal

A cool Festival of Speed debut in the Goodwood heat: the MG Cyber X is destined for the UK in 2027.

’Renault
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.

’Gordon
07/07/2025

Exclusive Q&A with Gordon Shedden: What makes a three-time BTCC champion?

With 53 wins and 139 podiums to his name, Gordon Shedden is one of the BTCC’s greatest home-grown talents. We find out where it all began.

’Developing
07/07/2025

‘Best product ever’? Philipp Mendelski tells all about developing the SportContact 7

What exactly goes into the development of an ultra-high performance tyre? Continental’s expert has the answers.

’Best
27/06/2025

Park and pedal: The top 3 best campervans for cyclists

Looking for the perfect base camp for hitting the trails? Here are our top three campervans for cyclists.

’Campervan
23/06/2025

Campervan cinema quiz: guess the film or TV show

Seven pictures clues, seven films or tv shows. Can you work out where each campervan, caravan, or RV is from?

’Forster
19/06/2025

The Forster Livin’ Up: could van life be this simple?

The Forster Livin’ Up: a stress-free campervan experience, and a slice of the easy life.

’Renault
19/06/2025

Is the Renault Trafic going all-electric?

Does new Renault Trafic E-Tech spell the end of the traditionally powered variant?

’VW
09/06/2025

Is the £71,295 electrified VW California the future of campervans?

Is Volkswagen’s first plug-in hybrid campervan, the California eHybrid 4MOTION, a sign of things to come?

’Campervanner
06/06/2025

Which kind of campervanner are you really? Take our personality quiz

Answer these seven questions to reveal your true campervan personality.

’Rocket
05/06/2025

The ultimate watersports camper? Rocket Surf ‘n’ Sail

Ready to hit the waves? The Rocket Surf ‘n’ Sail campervan could have everything you need.

’Farizon
28/05/2025

Meeting a £45,000 Chinese van for the UK market: the Farizon SV

We get up close with the Farizon SV ahead of its entry into the UK market.

’Camper
16/05/2025

Exclusive Q&A: Everything you need to know about campervan tyres

We catch up with Steve Howat, Continental’s ‘born and bred’ technical specialist for a campervan and motorhome tyre 101.

’Premium
09/05/2025

Bang for your buck: Are premium tyres worth it?

Are premium tyres worth the investment? And could they actually save you money?

’Long
05/05/2025

Long drives: Yay or nay?

‘How do you feel about long drives?’ We asked, you answered, but can they be improved?

’Nissan
25/04/2025

What happened to the Nissan Townstar?

Award-winning, well-reviewed, but not a best-seller. Are we overlooking the Nissan Townstar?

’Mercedes
23/04/2025

Mercedes vans’ new era begins with the slightly mad Vision V

Mercedes' first new era van has been revealed. But is the Vision V really the future?

’Kumho
23/04/2025

Can you improve any car with the right tyres?

The car market is changing, but does every different powertrain need a tyre to match?

’Audi
18/04/2025

Audi A3 to Audi S3: Do you need to make the step up?

Do you need different tyres to safely make the step up from Audi A3 to S3?

’Renault
03/04/2025

Renault Crusader camper: a new VW California competitor?

At £52,995, can the Renault Crusader challenge Volkswagen's California and Ford's Nugget?

’A
01/04/2025

World records and new beginnings: A history of VW’s off-road vans, Part 2

Celebrating 40 years of off-road Volkswagen vans, where will these unorthodox explorers head next?

’All-season
31/03/2025

Should you be using all-season tyres? We find out what all the hype’s about

What’s behind the rise in popularity of all-season tyres? There’s only one way to find out.

’Top
27/03/2025

Top 3 performance estates: keeping your inner racer alive

Feeling young at heart? Keep your inner racer alive with our top three performance estates.

’Toyota
19/03/2025

What is the Toyota C-HR+ if it isn’t a C-HR?

The new Toyota C-HR+ isn’t a C-HR at all, it’s a plus. But what does that actually mean?

’Audi
13/03/2025

Audi Q8 and Hankook tyres: the perfect pairing of performance and luxury?

Blurring the lines between a sports car and an SUV, has the Audi Q8 found the perfect tyre to match its capabilities?

’Volkswagen
07/03/2025

Does a £35,960 price tag solve the Volkswagen ID. Buzz conundrum?

Want to see what the buzz is about, but don’t fancy the price? Meet the new entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo.

’Kia
04/03/2025

Kia PV5 finally revealed with 248-mile range and more

The Kia PV5’s full details have been revealed: three models, powertrain options, and much modularity.

’Volvo
27/02/2025

The new Volvo XC60: improving a best-seller?

Fresh designs, improved ergonomics, and superior comfort: Volvo’s top-selling XC60 gets a refresh.

’A
25/02/2025

From tarmac to trail: A history of VW’s off-road vans, Part 1

Volkswagen celebrates 40 years since the T3 Syncro broke free from the tarmac. But was it really its first all-wheel driver?

’Pilot
21/02/2025

Does an EV need an EV tyre? Find out with Michelin and the Tesla Model Y

Want to take your EV readiness a step further? Michelin has a few tricks up its sleeves.

’Ford
18/02/2025

Ford Transit Custom Nugget: can a camper be too bite-sized?

The Ford Transit Custom Nugget: iconically compact. But at what cost?

’Valentine’s
13/02/2025

Loves me, loves me not: true or false Valentine’s Day quiz

Can you tell fact from fiction this Valentine’s Day? Take the quiz to find out.

’Renault
12/02/2025

Renault Flexis: the new Trafic, Estafette and Goelette revealed

A first look at the new Renault Trafic, Estafette and Goelette.

’Vauxhall
06/02/2025

Who needs a sports car? The Vauxhall Vivaro GS is back from £39,990

Vauxhall brings back its sporty trim for the Vivaro GS and Vivaro GS Electric.

’VW
04/02/2025

The Grand California: the forgotten VW campervan?

Spotting the Volkswagen Grand California at the CMT Stuttgart was a surprise, but also a welcome reminder.

’City
28/01/2025

Your city driving pet peeves conquered with Bridgestone

Conquer your city driving pet peeves with the Bridgestone Turanza 6, driven by ENLITEN technology.

’World
28/01/2025

World Automobile Day quiz: test your car knowledge

How’s your car knowledge? Put it to the test this World Automobile Day with our latest trivia quiz.

’Bridgestone
20/01/2025

February family fun on the road with Bridgestone

Check out our top three family getaways to enjoy this February — made stress free by Bridgestone tyres.

’Hyundai
15/01/2025

Hyundai Inster Cross ready for UK adventure from £28,745

Looking for a ‘small EV SUV’ to adventure beyond low emission zones? The Hyundai Inster Cross could be the answer.

’2025
08/01/2025

Formula 1 teammate battles: choose your winners for 2025

Who do you think will defeat their F1 teammate? It’s time to cast your vote.

’The
07/01/2025

New year, new van: the top upcoming van releases 2025

New year, new you… New van? Here’s our top upcoming vans of 2025.

’Mercedes
02/01/2025

What’s next for Mercedes‑Benz Vans?

Will the long-awaited Van Electric Architecture (VAN.EA) signal the ‘dawn of a new era’ for Mercedes-Benz Vans in 2025?

’2024
20/12/2024

News that shook the motoring world in 2024

Join us as we take a look through our top 5 biggest motoring stories of 2024.

’Vauxhall
19/12/2024

Vauxhall Movano Hydrogen arriving in 2025 from £66,450

Zero-emissions tech is about to get a fresh chance to prove itself, and the Vauxhall Movano Hydrogen looks set to lead the way.

’Farizon
13/12/2024

New Chinese electric Supervan to enter UK market in 2025

A fresh partnership is bringing the Farizon SV to the UK in 2025. An electric van with some eye-catching capabilities, can it perform in the competitive e-LCV market?

’Guess
12/12/2024

Can you guess the van from the picture? Take our quiz

Eight pictures, eight vans. How many can you identify from a single snapshot?

’2025
05/12/2024

2025 Volkswagen Transporter: no more sneak peeks, UK pricing revealed from £30,995

Following the new Volkswagen Transporter’s big reveal we finally have the UK pricing and specifications ahead of its 2025 return.

New Renault Master
04/12/2024

The new Renault Master E-Tech: ‘van of the year’?

The new Renault Master is now available from £37,500. Already picking up an impressive trophy haul — is it a worthy ‘van of the year’?

’
03/12/2024

Which iconic British car are you? Take our quiz

Are you more akin to a slick vintage sports car, a hardy off-road icon, or something else entirely? Answer these six questions to find out which iconic British car you are.

Autonomous Ford Transit
27/11/2024

Autonomous Ford E-Transit ready for UK roads

Autonomous vehicle software company Oxa has unveiled its self-driving E-Transits. They're ready for integration into commercial fleets, but is the UK ready for them?

’Winterise
21/11/2024

Snowy camping or van hibernation? Here's your winter campervan prep guide

Whether you’re after a year-round van life or looking to give your camper a rest throughout the colder months, our winter campervan tips have got you covered.

’Dacia
19/11/2024

New Dacia Spring Cargo: the UK’s cheapest electric van

Claiming the title as the ‘the UK’s most affordable compact electric van’, the new Dacia Spring Cargo has arrived from just £14,995.

’
14/11/2024

£63,000 for a VW California: we ask, is it worth it?

VW has given the T7 Multivan a makeover worthy of its golden state namesake — but is it worth the price?

’Nissan
15/11/2024

New Nissan Interstar: fresh looks, increased efficiency, and a powertrain debut

The new Nissan Interstar brings refinement, innovation, and a big powertrain shift to the Japanese brand’s large LCV.

’Ligier
13/11/2024

Has the Ligier Pulse 4 kept up with the competition?

Competition in the last-mile delivery market is heating up. With lots of futuristic EVs looking to revolutionise urban mobility, has the Ligier Pulse 4 kept up with the competition?

’BEDEO
08/11/2024

New electrified campervans: BEDEO helps campers tackle range anxiety

Looking for an eco-friendly campervan, but don’t fancy getting stranded off-grid? BEDEO and TRIGANO have teamed up to create a handful of electrified campers to answer your call.

’Iveco
07/11/2024

Iveco eMoovy: high volume, fast charging, and something a little familiar?

Iveco has officially expanded its LCV range beyond the Daily. The all-new eMoovy is a European market first, but could it succeed in the UK?

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