The Ferrari 296 Speciale has arrived, and it could be the most thrilling Ferrari ever
The Ferrari 296 Speciale has arrived, and it could be the most thrilling Ferrari ever
The 296 Speciale is the latest in Ferrari's line of mid-engined road racers, packing 868bhp and LaFerrari-beating pace on track
Used car deals of the week
Used car deals of the week
In this week’s used car deals, we’ve sourced everything from a Ford Fiesta ST to a Ferrari 458 Speciale
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2025 review – a rare Italian jewel beyond compare
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2025 review – a rare Italian jewel beyond compare
What’s Alfa Romeo’s near-£2m hand-built supercar like to drive? We find out, on the Balocco test track
The 717bhp Aston Martin DBX S is the start of a new Porsche-fighting era
The 717bhp Aston Martin DBX S is the start of a new Porsche-fighting era
The beginning of a big derivative push throughout the Aston Martin range, the DBX S adds extra attitude and performance to Aston’s super SUV
Most Popular
Ford Focus ST (Mk3) – the car world's greatest misses
Ford Focus ST (Mk3) – the car world's greatest misses
The Ferrari 296 Speciale has arrived, and it could be the most thrilling Ferrari ever
The Ferrari 296 Speciale has arrived, and it could be the most thrilling Ferrari ever
Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 2025 review – the ultimate analogue hypercar
Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 2025 review – the ultimate analogue hypercar
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the ultimate Nürburgring toy
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the ultimate Nürburgring toy
Aston Martin Vantage (1993 - 2000) review – Britain's 550bhp hand-built muscle car
Aston Martin Vantage (1993 - 2000) review – Britain's 550bhp hand-built muscle car
Used Ford Mustang (S550, 2015 - 2023) review – Ford’s V8 muscle car for £20k
Used Ford Mustang (S550, 2015 - 2023) review – Ford’s V8 muscle car for £20k
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2025 review – a rare Italian jewel beyond compare
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2025 review – a rare Italian jewel beyond compare
Reviews
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the ultimate Nürburgring toy
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the ultimate Nürburgring toy
Did the 992 GT3 RS need to be made more extreme? Posssibly not. We're glad Manthey Racing has done it, though.
Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 2025 review – the ultimate analogue hypercar
Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 2025 review – the ultimate analogue hypercar
The GMA T.50 is the car we thought would never come: Gordon Murray's sequel to the ultimate hypercar, the McLaren F1
Porsche 911 Carrera S 2025 review – a 473bhp BMW M4 CS fighter
Porsche 911 Carrera S 2025 review – a 473bhp BMW M4 CS fighter
A new Carrera S has arrived with supercar-baiting pace and a £120k starting price – is it the sweet spot of the 992.2 range?
Aston Martin Vantage (1993 - 2000) review – Britain's 550bhp hand-built muscle car
Aston Martin Vantage (1993 - 2000) review – Britain's 550bhp hand-built muscle car
One of Aston Martin's last true hand-built models, the ludicrous twin-supercharged Vantage was a muscle car crossed with a stately home
News
Land Rover Defender V8 Soft Top could be an Octa from 25 years ago
Land Rover Defender V8 Soft Top could be an Octa from 25 years ago
The latest six-figure classic Defender in the works bespoke lineup is a convertible, for maximum access to that rumbling V8
Brabus Mercedes-AMG E53 gets Porsche 911 GT2 RS power
Brabus Mercedes-AMG E53 gets Porsche 911 GT2 RS power
Brabus has enhanced Mercedes-AMG’s flagship E-Class, albeit by tickling the existing six-cylinder powertrain, rather than stuffing in a V8
The Porsche 911 Spirit 70 is a GTS Cabriolet from the decade that style forgot
The Porsche 911 Spirit 70 is a GTS Cabriolet from the decade that style forgot
Porsche’s latest Heritage Design special takes style inspiration, for better or worse, from the 1970s and 1980s
Ferrari Elettrica confirmed for October reveal
Ferrari Elettrica confirmed for October reveal
Ferrari will reveal its first all-electric car in October 2025 and it will be called: Elettrica
In-depth reviews
Cupra Born 2025 review – ID.3’s Spanish cousin doesn’t un-dull MEB
Cupra Born 2025 review – ID.3’s Spanish cousin doesn’t un-dull MEB
It looks nicer inside and out and drives a bit better but the Cupra Born doesn’t betray its yawn-worthy MEB underpinning
Used Ford Mustang (S550, 2015 - 2023) review – Ford’s V8 muscle car for £20k
Used Ford Mustang (S550, 2015 - 2023) review – Ford’s V8 muscle car for £20k
The S550 appeared ten years ago as a more sophisticated kind of Mustang, in right-hand drive and with the job of tempting European sports car buyers.
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Lamborghini Revuelto 2025 review – the ultimate modern supercar
Lamborghini Revuelto 2025 review – the ultimate modern supercar
Chock full of complex, cutting-edge tech, the Revuelto is more refined and capable than its predecessor, and it retains those all-important V12 Lambor…
Used Lotus Elise (S1, 1996-2001) review – a world-beating sports car for supermini money 
Used Lotus Elise (S1, 1996-2001) review – a world-beating sports car for supermini money
Part aluminium, part composite and built on a shoestring, the Elise swept enthusiasts off their feet in 1996. Today, it remains one of the world's gr…
Top 10s
Best track day cars 2025 – the thrill of driving in its purest form
Best track day cars 2025 – the thrill of driving in its purest form
Some of the world's most visceral, engaging track cars have emerged in recent times – these are our favourites
Best small cars 2025 – new and used stars for basic affordable fun motoring
Best small cars 2025 – new and used stars for basic affordable fun motoring
New small cars are dying out, so shortlisting the best of the breed means looking to the used market too
Best 4x4 cars 2025 – our pick of today’s top all-wheel-drive performance cars
Best 4x4 cars 2025 – our pick of today’s top all-wheel-drive performance cars
All-wheel-drive isn’t just for off-roading, the best 4x4 performance cars deliver huge reserves of capability on the Tarmac
Best German cars – our high-performance favourites from GT3 RS to M3 GTS
Best German cars – our high-performance favourites from GT3 RS to M3 GTS
If you still think Germans don’t have a sense of humour, you haven’t driven their finest performance cars. You’d be grinning from ear to ear
Supercars
Revisiting the McLaren MP4-12C, the birth of McLaren Automotive – car pictures of the week
Revisiting the McLaren MP4-12C, the birth of McLaren Automotive – car pictures of the week
In issue 333 of evo, we revisit genesis for McLaren Automotive – the first production MP4-12C
Lamborghini Gallardo (2003 - 2013) review – the baby V10 supercar that saved the company
Lamborghini Gallardo (2003 - 2013) review – the baby V10 supercar that saved the company
The Gallardo was the car that catapulted Lamborghini into the modern age and a new era of profitability
The Lamborghini Revuelto feels like an Audi R8, but that's no bad thing
The Lamborghini Revuelto feels like an Audi R8, but that's no bad thing
It might be all-wheel drive, hybrid and more complex than ever, but the Revuelto proves that this isn’t always a recipe for reduced thrills
McLaren 750S 2025 review – less weight and more aggression for Woking’s blistering Ferrari 296 GTB fighter
McLaren 750S 2025 review – less weight and more aggression for Woking’s blistering Ferrari 296 GTB fighter
McLaren’s 750S is an evolution of the 720S it replaces, cherrypicking choice parts of the wild 765LT to create a McLaren best-of album on four wheels
Hot hatchbacks
Ford Focus ST (Mk3) – the car world's greatest misses
Ford Focus ST (Mk3) – the car world's greatest misses
We’d hoped the 2015 Focus ST would share a good dose of its little brother’s magic. Sadly, it didn’t
Driving the iconic Renault Sport Clio 172 – car pictures of the week
Driving the iconic Renault Sport Clio 172 – car pictures of the week
In issue 332 of evo, we revisit the brilliant Renault Sport Clio 172 – these are our favourite shots
This Audi RS3 has more power than a £120,000 Porsche 911
This Audi RS3 has more power than a £120,000 Porsche 911
German tuning specialist Abt has given Audi’s RS3 a 911 Carrera GTS-rivalling power figure
Used Audi RS3 (8V, 2015 – 2020), review, specs and buying guide for a hyper hatch bargain
Used Audi RS3 (8V, 2015 – 2020), review, specs and buying guide for a hyper hatch bargain
Briefly the most powerful hatch on the planet the Audi RS3 is a great all-rounder with an astonishingly great engine
Group tests
evo's ultimate all-wheel-drive test – Video, contenders and podcast
evo's ultimate all-wheel-drive test – Video, contenders and podcast
In issue 333 of evo, seven traction-unlimited titans come together, allowing us to explore the virtues of modern all-wheel-drive systems
BMW M4 v Porsche 911 – six-cylinder sports coupe titans do battle
BMW M4 v Porsche 911 – six-cylinder sports coupe titans do battle
Lighter and more focused, can the new Porsche 911 beat the more powerful, less expensive BMW M4?
Pagani Huayra Codalunga v Huayra Roadster BC – £10m of hypercar siblings go head-to-head
Pagani Huayra Codalunga v Huayra Roadster BC – £10m of hypercar siblings go head-to-head
We tested two of Pagani’s most spectacular creations side by side in Italy. There can surely be no loser
Alpine A290 v Alpine A110 – how much DNA do they really share?
Alpine A290 v Alpine A110 – how much DNA do they really share?
Alpine would like us to believe that the A290 shares much of the same DNA that makes the A110 a great driver’s car. Time to put that claim to the test
Features
How to drive on track: trackday driving masterclass
How to drive on track: trackday driving masterclass
Our Joy of Driving series concludes with a look to the place where there are no speed limits and you can drive your car to its limits – or yours
24 Hours of Lemons – we dive into the endurance race for $500 scrappers
24 Hours of Lemons – we dive into the endurance race for $500 scrappers
$500 wouldn't buy you a door mirror for a Le Mans car. At the 24 Hours of Lemons, it's the budget for your entire race car. We get stuck in
My Life & Cars – Paul Cowland, TV presenter and incorrigible car hoarder
My Life & Cars – Paul Cowland, TV presenter and incorrigible car hoarder
A lifelong passion for all things automotive led Paul Cowland to a presenting career and a wonderfully eclectic car collection
The art of oversteer: driving masterclass
The art of oversteer: driving masterclass
It’s not all about showboating – mastering the art of a controlled slide can pay dividends when the unexpected happens
Video
Ferrari 296 GTB 2025 review – the car the Lamborghini Temerario has to beat
Ferrari 296 GTB 2025 review – the car the Lamborghini Temerario has to beat
Ferrari’s V6 hybrid supercar has been with us for a couple of years now. It’s still mindblowing, even with a 10,000rpm, 903bhp Lamborghini rival on th…
Toyota GR Yaris 2025 review – the modern homologation special gets even better
Toyota GR Yaris 2025 review – the modern homologation special gets even better
Toyota’s GR Yaris was always brilliant but has received a number of key and welcome updates. It’s even better but also, a lot more expensive.
Used Porsche 911 GT3 (991, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide
Used Porsche 911 GT3 (991, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide
The 991-generation GT3 brought massive changes for the GT3 bloodline as a whole, for better and worse
Volkswagen Golf R 2025 review – Mk8.5 not the return to form we'd hoped for
Volkswagen Golf R 2025 review – Mk8.5 not the return to form we'd hoped for
VW were quick to rush the Mk8 Golf into its second phase, but even the Mk8.5 Golf R is underwhelming compared to its distant predecessors
Opinion
Why the Vauxhall Astra should have been given a different name
Why the Vauxhall Astra should have been given a different name
It’s time to reassess a perennially underrated hatchback, says Porter
Why car enthusiasts are suddenly lusting after once-ridiculed old Volvos
Why car enthusiasts are suddenly lusting after once-ridiculed old Volvos
A sighting of a 1980s Volvo induces a bout of wistfulness for Porter
How NASCAR is dull, confusing and utterly captivating all at once
How NASCAR is dull, confusing and utterly captivating all at once
Is NASCAR just a mind-numbing procession to non-American eyes? Jethro finds out
'Does it matter if the Aston Martin Valkyrie can’t win Le Mans? Not one bit'
'Does it matter if the Aston Martin Valkyrie can’t win Le Mans? Not one bit'
The Aston Martin Valkyrie isn’t that competitive yet. And precisely no one outside of Aston is bothered, as long as we get to hear it try…
Used cars
Used BMW M3 CS (E46, 2005 - 2006) review – BMW M's forgotten modern classic
Used BMW M3 CS (E46, 2005 - 2006) review – BMW M's forgotten modern classic
The E46 BMW M3 CS promised much of the CSL's charms, for less money, with the option of a manual gearbox and fewer compromises. It's still an utter to…
Used Audi RS6 Avant (C7, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide – family-friendly supercar slayer from £20k
Used Audi RS6 Avant (C7, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide – family-friendly supercar slayer from £20k
Audi’s C7-generation RS6 may lack ultimate involvement, but it’s still a crushingly effective and desirable super-estate
Used Porsche Cayenne (2010-2017) review – not the prettiest SUV, but a remarkably capable one
Used Porsche Cayenne (2010-2017) review – not the prettiest SUV, but a remarkably capable one
It might be big and ugly, but the second-gen Cayenne is a sporty SUV with real depth and ability – particularly in GTS form
Ferrari 812 Superfast (2017 - 2024) review – a V12 GT with hypercar intensity
Ferrari 812 Superfast (2017 - 2024) review – a V12 GT with hypercar intensity
A pinnacle of front-engined Ferrari engineering, the 812 melded mind-warping performance with a chassis that draws you into the action
Technology
Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 2025 review – 'N0' tyre makes Porsche GT3 RS a wet weather weapon
Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 2025 review – 'N0' tyre makes Porsche GT3 RS a wet weather weapon
Michelin has developed a wet and cold weather tyre for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and it’s brilliant
The European Parliament could try to ban carbonfibre
The European Parliament could try to ban carbonfibre
Carbonfibre has come under attack from European legislators, who are citing the health risks it poses when damaged
Best V8 cars ever – from TVR’s burbling Rover V8 to the howling heart of Porsche’s 918
Best V8 cars ever – from TVR’s burbling Rover V8 to the howling heart of Porsche’s 918
The V8 could be the most versatile performance car engine configuration, powering everything from Ferrari supercars to Ford pickups. These are our fav…
2030 petrol ban cancelled for low-volume car manufacturers like Ferrari
2030 petrol ban cancelled for low-volume car manufacturers like Ferrari
Pure petrol cars will be allowed to be sold until 2035 by low-volume manufacturers, and hybrids are back on the menu too
Electric cars
The £135,000 Renault 5 Turbo 3E is the most expensive hot hatch ever
The £135,000 Renault 5 Turbo 3E is the most expensive hot hatch ever
At £135k R5 Turbo 3E had better be a supercar slayer, given it costs the same as a used McLaren 720S or Ferrari 488 GTB
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N teased – wider, winged EV saloon will be N division’s M3
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N teased – wider, winged EV saloon will be N division’s M3
The hot Ioniq 6 N saloon will soon join the excellent Ioniq 5 N in Hyundai’s all-electric performance car rebirth, setting a target for the forthcomin…
Skoda’s fastest accelerating car ever is here: the 335 bhp Elroq vRS
Skoda’s fastest accelerating car ever is here: the 335 bhp Elroq vRS
The Elroq is the first in its category to get a performance version – there's no Ford Explorer ST or Kia EV3 GT for it to face down
Diced-up Lotus Emeya and Eletre EV ranges start £5760 cheaper
Diced-up Lotus Emeya and Eletre EV ranges start £5760 cheaper
Lotus has introduced a new range of trim levels and a new naming convention to more clearly define what buyers are getting for their money
Dead on Arrival
Lamborghini Cheetah – dead on arrival
Lamborghini Cheetah – dead on arrival
How the Italian supercar maker once put its name to a 4x4 intended for the American military
Maserati Quattroporte II – dead on arrival
Maserati Quattroporte II – dead on arrival
Progress on this Citroën SM-derived four-door stalled when the French firm faltered in the mid-’70s
Lancia Fulvia Coupé – dead on arrival
Lancia Fulvia Coupé – dead on arrival
It could’ve re-ignited a lust for Lancias, but instead this retro two-seater stalled at the concept stage
Panther Solo 1 – dead on arrival
Panther Solo 1 – dead on arrival
This lightweight, mid-engined Brit came achingly close to being an affordable ’80s hero
Trackdays
The 992.2 Porsche 911 GT3 is the fastest manual ever around the Nürburgring
The 992.2 Porsche 911 GT3 is the fastest manual ever around the Nürburgring
Porsche has set a new record for the 992.2 GT3 around the Nürburgring. It’s the fastest manual ever, and it’s not even close.
McLaren 620R (2018 – 2020) review – McLaren's ultimate road racer made the 600LT look soft
McLaren 620R (2018 – 2020) review – McLaren's ultimate road racer made the 600LT look soft
Based on McLaren’s 570S GT4 race car the new 620R claims to mix race car performance with road car usability.
Ferrari 296 Challenge 2025 review – Maranello's hybrid supercar goes V6-only
Ferrari 296 Challenge 2025 review – Maranello's hybrid supercar goes V6-only
Stripped of the road car’s heavy and complex hybrid technology, Ferrari’s entry-level competition car provides a glimpse of an alternative universe
evo Trackdays 2025: dates, tickets and booking info
evo Trackdays 2025: dates, tickets and booking info
evo's 2025 Trackdays are now available to book, offering you the chance to test the limits of your car on some of Britain’s greatest and most iconic c…