JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We preview the fourth generation Nissan X-Trail SUV and highlight advice from motoring safety experts GEM

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In this instalment of John Murdoch's Drive Time, John previews the latest fourth generation Nissan X-Trail SUV and looks at advice from motoring safety experts GEM on how to safe during the dark winter afternoons and nights.

The popular Nissan X-Trail has sold over seven million units since it first launched as a boxy SUV and the latest fourth generation model arrived last year - and set a new standard for style, comfort and performance.The Japanese manufacturer now makes the X-Trail available in three formats and all offer the latest technology.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The entry level model features mild-hybrid technology, while the e-power version offers EV-like driving without the need to plug in.Finally you can select the e-power with e-4orce I have been driving which adds all-wheel drive and in Tekna trim version costs £46,075.In total, five trim levels are available and the substantial X-Trail comes with five or seven seats - at an additional cost.My car came in two-tone champagne silver with a black roof and this added another £1095 to the final bill.Powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a high-output battery, power generator, invertor and 150kW front electric motor, this e-4orce version has an additional 100kW rear motor to produce 213ps and deliver the 4WD.As in