Phil Huff

Phil Huff began his career in journalism in 2002, initially covering Formula One before testing and writing about the latest cars, vans and pick-ups for a wealth of national and regional publications. In addition to delivering car and van reviews, Phil also edits the popular Professional Van and Professional Pickup titles. Despite not being an architect, he drives a Saab convertible.

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Articles by Phil Huff

Skywell 233 electric van revealed ahead of UK sales

Skywell isn’t a brand you’re likely to be familiar with, but it’s setting its sights on the European van market.

By Phil Huff | 28-10-2024

All-electric Ford Ranger set to be a 2027 "game changer"

With electrification high on every vehicle manufacturer’s to-do list, Ford is readying to launch an all-electric Ranger pick-up.

By Phil Huff | 06-11-2024

Electric Maxus T90 pick-up to get diesel power

Maxus is readying to launch a diesel-powered variant of its T90 pick-up to sit alongside the fully-electric version.

By Phil Huff | 14-08-2024

Medical Detection Dogs takes the lead with Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

UK charity Medical Detection Dogs welcomes a new VW ID. Buzz Cargo van to its pack.

By Phil Huff | 16-10-2024

Kia PBV vans make European debut

Kia has been showing off its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) concepts - and they're here to disrupt the light commercial vehicle sector.

By Phil Huff | 18-09-2024

Mobilize Bento: Tiny electric micro-van ready for the big city

Mobilize, Renault’s sustainable mobility business unit, has introduced the Bento — a compact, all-electric micro van designed specifically for busi...

By Phil Huff | 21-10-2024

Peugeot to deliver over 2,000 electric vans to Royal Mail - just in time for Xmas rush!

The Royal Mail has received 2,100 new fully-electric vans from Peugeot, which includes 1,100 examples of the popular E-Partner.

By Phil Huff | 30-10-2024

Kia teases Tasman pick-up as it gears up for Jeddah launch

Kia has shared the last few teaser images of its first-ever pick-up truck, the Kia Tasman, before its official debut at the Jeddah International Mo...

By Phil Huff | 28-10-2024

Reviews by Phil Huff

3.8/5 stars

Range Rover Velar 400e PHEV review

A Range Rover for those that realise they’ll never venture away from the tarmac, even though the Velar can still handle off-road demands.

By Phil Huff | 18-12-2023

3.8/5 stars

Renault Austral E-Tech Review

Another challenger looks to knock the Nissan Qashqai from its throne as king of the family SUV. Does Renault’s Austral have what it takes to topple motoring royalty?

By Phil Huff | 13-12-2023

3.6/5 stars

Honda ZR-V Review

Honda is expanding its SUV line-up this year, starting with this C-segment model set to challenge the Nissan Qashqai, but is it more than just a Civic on stilts?

By Phil Huff | 13-12-2023

3.8/5 stars

Smart #1 Review

Forget tiny city cars; Smart has reinvented itself as a maker of electric SUVs, but is it a smart move?

By Phil Huff | 11-12-2023

4.1/5 stars

BMW iX M60 Review

Big, bold and bonkers, but there’s a better BMW iX available.

By Phil Huff | 12-12-2023

4.4/5 stars

Hyundai i20 N Review

In a rapidly shrinking market, the Hyundai i20 N is one of the finest compact hot hatches we’ve seen.

By Phil Huff | 22-12-2023

3.6/5 stars

Toyota Hilux GR Sport Pickup Review

Not the sports model we hoped for, but the Toyota Hilux GR Sport excels both off-road and on the motorway, and looks great.

By Phil Huff | 18-12-2023

3.9/5 stars

Volkswagen Amarok V6 Pickup Review

The finest pickup yet, but it’s expensive to run, and its rivals won’t take long to catch up.

By Phil Huff | 13-12-2023