Although the VW Sharan and Ford Galaxy are basically the same vehicle, UK buyers have always preferred the blue oval machine. However, things could be about to change as VW has facelifted its MPV in a bid to give it the edge.
They say motorsport is expensive, but our paddock bus for this year's Uniroyal Team Challenge proves that not every aspect has to be - our VW Sharan made the annual pilgrimage to Spa in Belgium and back on little more than a tank of fuel.
We always need a big set of wheels here at Auto Express. Whether it's used for hauling new products off for testing, carrying people to and from race meetings or spending weekends moving house, a big bus is frequently in demand.