Jarrod

Jarrod Partridge is the founder of Motoring Chronicle and an FIA accredited journalist with over 30 years of experience following motorsport and the global automotive industry. A member of the AIPS International Sports Press Association, Jarrod has covered Formula 1 races and automotive events at venues around the world, bringing first-hand insight to every race report, car review, and industry analysis he writes. His work spans the full breadth of motoring — from the latest EV launches and road car reviews to the cutting edge of motorsport competition.

Thick smoke pours from the exhaust pile on a car. Shallow depth of field, focus on the end of the tail pipe. Closeup view.

How to Tell What Your Exhaust Smoke Colour Means (and When to Worry)

Blue or grey smoke means the engine is burning oil, ...
Old oil filter that has been used with adjustable tool for removing oil filters in a car under the open hood of car. Selective focus.

How Long Does Car Maintenance Take?

A standard oil change takes 15 to 45 minutes depending ...
2027 Honda Passport TrailSport off-road

2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Gains Nearly 1.4 Inches of Ground Clearance

Honda has reengineered nearly 70% of the Passport TrailSport's suspension ...
Car Dashboard with many different lights and warning lamps illuminated.

What Your DPF Warning Light Actually Means (and How to Clear It Yourself)

An orange DPF light means the filter is clogging with ...
KGM Musso EV electric pick-up truck

KGM Musso EV Becomes UK’s Cheapest Electric Pick-Up at £39,995

The Musso EV, KGM's first electric pick-up, costs £39,995 including ...
Mechanic inspecting a car

DVSA Prosecutes a Record 32 Ghost MOT Fraud Cases in a Year

The DVSA's own figures show 32 successful prosecutions for MOT ...
AION UT electric hatchback

AION UT Launches in UK From £28,950 with 0% Finance Deal

The AION UT electric hatchback reaches UK dealers this weekend ...
Exhaust pipe installation

DVSA Fines a Berkshire Garage £1,600 for Pops and Bangs

A Berkshire garage, SVG Motorsport Ltd, has been fined £1,600 ...
New Volvo XC40 subcompact SUV exterior

Volvo XC40 Gains Google Gemini AI and New Safety Sensors for 2027

The 2027 Volvo XC40 adds a new sensor suite, including ...
Minor accident on suburban Roadside. Two drivers in background exchanging information. Another person in foreground with phone and printed page, assessing his insurance costs

Millions of UK Drivers Face a Record £4,900 Car Insurance Claim, ABI Reveals

Motor insurers paid a record £3.2 billion in claims in ...