Roman Melnychenko

Author of articles, test drives and reviews

Graduated from KNUBA (KISI), Faculty of Automation and Information Technologies, specialty BMO (Construction Machinery and Equipment). Since the early 2000s, I have been a freelance writer for automotive publications MOTOR NEWS and AUTOBILD (Ukraine). Since 2005, I have been a staff writer for AUTOCAR (Ukraine). Worked in the advertising and marketing department of the AIS Group of Companies. Since 2010, I have been working for Hotline and have been maintaining AUTO-catalogs. I started writing articles for ITC in 2010. Cars and the automotive world are my passion, my hobby, my job. And I am happy about it.

Jeep Grand Cherokee test drive: is the king back?

Reviews Auto 03-25-2024 at 11:00 comment
This is definitely one of the most anticipated, important, and interesting cars of recent months. The new generation of Jeep Grand Cherokee comes to Ukraine as the flagship not only of the model range, but also of the Jeep brand reboot: a challenging and crucial mission. Will the new Jeep Grand Cherokee cope with the […]

LEXUS RZ test drive: a good LEXUS or an electric car?

Reviews Auto 03-18-2024 at 10:00 comment
The first electric car from LEXUS! It seems that even this wording alone is already able to attract the attention of some of the brand’s moneyed customers-fans. What will they get for their money? And in general, what are the advantages and disadvantages of the new LEXUS RZ 450e electric car? I’ll tell you all […]

Hyundai Kona N Line test drive: well-balanced, but are there any emotions here?

Reviews Auto 03-11-2024 at 10:00 comment
Another compact crossover, but no less interesting because of it. First, it’s a popular brand and a well-known model that was originally designed for demanding customers. Secondly, a hybrid powertrain is hidden under the hood, combined with sporty hints of the opium package. Thirdly, there is a choice of several good packages and a wide…

Mazda CX-30 test drive: what’s new in 2024?

Articles Auto 03-04-2024 at 10:00 comment
Mazda likes to play around with this: it may not be a traditional restyle, it may not be a car facelift, but there are a lot of changes. Here’s another example: we recall the crossover Mazda CX-30 and compare it with the new Mazda CX-30 IPM, which is how Mazda designates intermediate updates. You can […]

Honda ZR-V test drive: many advantages, only one drawback

Auto Auto 02-26-2024 at 10:00 comment
The new Honda ZR-V crossover has become a rather unexpected novelty. However, it turned out to be a very pleasant novelty! In this detailed review, I will tell you everything about the Honda ZR-V: its history, driving experience, technical features, available and future configurations, real fuel consumption, and the car’s safety level. But I…

First look at Volvo EX30 in Ukraine: new class — new customers

Auto Auto 02-19-2024 at 10:00 comment
In the case of the new Volvo EX30, you can say the word «first» many times. For example, it is the first time we have seen such a compact crossover from Volvo. Or here’s another one: it’s the first time we’ve seen an electric car so compact from Volvo. I’d also add: for the first […]

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