[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/uncategorized\/best-cars-for-this-summers-festival-season\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/uncategorized\/best-cars-for-this-summers-festival-season\/","headline":"Best cars for this summer\u2019s festival season","name":"Best cars for this summer\u2019s festival season","description":"There might be no Glastonbury this year but festival season is definitely upon us. Isle of Wight, Bestival and Reading are all more than adequate alternatives to Glasto and the growing line-up of family-friendly festivals scheduled for this summer proves there\u2019s more to this season’s festivals than mud and getting lost. Camping is part and parcel of the festival experience but lugging along everything you need can be a hassle without the right vehicle. So which car is the best […]","datePublished":"2018-06-20","dateModified":"2018-06-22","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/VW-California_Feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/VW-California_Feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/uncategorized\/best-cars-for-this-summers-festival-season\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS","NEW RELEASES","Uncategorized"],"wordCount":512,"keywords":["bmw","BMW 5 Series","Citroen Cactus M","disco sport","discovery","festivals","glastonbury","isle of wight","Land Rover","Land Rover Discovery","mehari","SUV","volkswagen","volkswagen california","vw","vw california"],"articleBody":"There might be no Glastonbury this year but festival season is definitely upon us.Isle of Wight, Bestival and Reading are all more than adequate alternatives to Glasto and the growing line-up of family-friendly festivals scheduled for this summer proves there\u2019s more to this season’s festivals than mud and getting lost.Camping is part and parcel of the festival experience but lugging along everything you need can be a hassle without the right vehicle.So which car is the best suited for tackling the summer festivals? Well, pull on your welly-boots and listen closely\u2026Citroen Cactus MInspired by the 1968 M\u00e9hari, this kooky concept would be perfect for any rain-drenched, mud-packed festival.It doesn\u2019t have a roof, but the seats are covered in a waterproof quick-drying neoprene fabric that can be wiped clean. While the front seat footwells have drainage so when the rain does come, the water just drains out the bottom.The Cactus M can also be turned into a two-man bivouac, allowing users to sleep in the open or under cover, using the inflation function to turn the top into a freestanding tent.It\u2019s just a shame the Cactus M never went into production\u2026 Pontiac AztekThe Aztek may be a surefire entry for any \u2018worst car\u2019 list, but it boasts several features that make it a reliable camping companion. (If you can get past its ghastly appearance).Festival campers would really benefit from the swing-open tailgate, removable cargo tray (for ping-pong, obvs!) and a center console that doubles up as a cooler.Any Azteks specced with the camping package get an air compressor, inflatable mattress and an attachable tent.Not so hideous and terrible anymore, eh?!Land Rover Discovery SportIt\u2019s a crying shame that the off-roading capability of so many SUVs is never utilised. In fact, research suggests that 90 per cent of Land Rover owners never go off-road.Considering the Disco Sport has the capacity to seat seven people and enough boot space for a weekend, this vehicle will make for some very happy campers. BMW 5 SeriesMaybe you\u2019re planning to take a caravan to your festival? Well, the new 5 Series is the ideal car to get it to the campsite. It recently took the top prize at the 2018 Tow Car Awards.\u201cWhen it comes to pulling a caravan confidently and securely, the BMW 5 Series has few peers,\u201d said one of the judges.\u201cThere wasn\u2019t a single one of our towing tests in which the BMW showed any weakness.\u201d Volkswagen CaliforniaAll the vehicles we\u2019ve mentioned so far have been bona fide cars but the California is the ultimate camping vehicle because – well – it\u2019s a campervan.It has comfy beds for four people, a fully fitted kitchen with a cool box, sink and stove, camping table and chairs. It also boasts loads of clever little storage spots and configurable seating that can be switched into 12 different setups.You\u2019ll be the envy of everyone else at the festival in a VW California.  "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Uncategorized","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/uncategorized\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Best cars for this summer\u2019s festival season","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/uncategorized\/best-cars-for-this-summers-festival-season\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]