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“Which Volvo XC70 from 2007 to 2016 should you buy, and what goes wrong with them?”
Volvo XC70 problems: the all-rounder, checked.
The XC70 covers commuting, family duty, towing and forest tracks in one car. Here is which engine to pick, which years to avoid and what breaks.
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Asked & answered
Every story here starts with a real question. You get the straight answer first — then the depth, if you want it.
Events
Where in Germany can you get close to cars with over 1,000 hp for 15 euros?
Short answer: The D.R.A.G. Day Magdeburg runs at the Magdeburg airfield, Ottersleber Chaussee 99, on a fully prepared quarter mile.Read the answer
Events
When and where does Germany's largest US car and bike show run, and what happens there over two days?
Short answer: The Street Mag Show Hannover runs on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 July 2027 at the Schützenplatz in Hannover, Bruchmeisterallee 1A.Read the answer
Events
What does it cost to attend Europe's biggest drag race, and what does the ticket actually include?
Short answer: NitrOlympX 2027 takes place from 20 to 22 August on the Rico Anthes Quartermile at the Hockenheimring - the 40th running of the event.Read the answer
Events
Where do you take an American car in eastern Germany if you do not want to drive home after one day?
Short answer: The US-Car Festival Gera runs from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 June 2027 at the Gera-Leumnitz airfield in Thuringia.Read the answer
Machines
Sport
Q.001What does it actually take to start long-range shooting — legally, here in Europe?Permits, the first rifle, glass and range time. A practical start, written from the question up — without the forum myths.
Sport shooting and hunting only. Laws differ by country — we always say which one we mean.
Bonds
What happens to life after retirement when work falls away – and what do you do with all that free time?Why do you wake up in a bad mood for no reason – and do men really run a hormone cycle in a single day?
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Gaming
What changes with WARDOGS Season 3, and is the game worth playing?WARDOGS Season 3 starts on 12 November 2026 with the Sabatulo map, Limited Mode and a full reset. Why the three-team shooter is worth playing.
Which full-size mechanical keyboard with macro keys is best if you want a soft keystroke that isn't too flat?The 5 best full-size mechanical keyboards with macro keys, scored out of 10: the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro wins, the Redragon K550 is the best value.
Is a direct-drive wheel worth it for your first sim rig?Direct drive is the dream. For a first rig, the pedals and the frame often matter more.
Events
Events
Where in Germany can you get close to cars with over 1,000 hp for 15 euros?
Short answer: The D.R.A.G. Day Magdeburg runs at the Magdeburg airfield, Ottersleber Chaussee 99, on a fully prepared quarter mile.Read the answer
Events
When and where does Germany's largest US car and bike show run, and what happens there over two days?
Short answer: The Street Mag Show Hannover runs on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 July 2027 at the Schützenplatz in Hannover, Bruchmeisterallee 1A.Read the answer
Events
What does it cost to attend Europe's biggest drag race, and what does the ticket actually include?
Short answer: NitrOlympX 2027 takes place from 20 to 22 August on the Rico Anthes Quartermile at the Hockenheimring - the 40th running of the event.Read the answer
Apex Race on YouTube
Car meets, reviews and builds — on video.