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James Taylor

Like a few other evo writers, James studied automotive design at university, where the main thing he learned about designing cars is that it’s very difficult. He joins evo from CAR magazine, where he was online editor before looking after the magazine’s features section. In love with motorsport since childhood, he raced a homebuilt kart as a teenager and has been fortunate to race in Ginettas, Radicals, McLarens and more in the years since. He’s still mildly worried he might wake up to find it was all a dream.

Alpine A110 review – the sports car Lotus should be building
Alpine A110 – front
In-depth reviews

Alpine A110 review – the sports car Lotus should be building

The Alpine A110 goes off sale next year, and with its replacement being electric – and potentially offered as a hybrid – it’ll go out as the last of i…
31 Oct 2025
Audi RS3 review – Audi's final five-pot hot hatch is one of the best
Audi RS3
In-depth reviews

Audi RS3 review – Audi's final five-pot hot hatch is one of the best

The RS3 has one of the most spectacular engines you'll find in a hot hatch, and the rest is just as good. Is that enough to warrant a £60k+ asking pri…
30 Oct 2025
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review – the first hybrid 911 is one of the best
Porsche 911 GTS – front
In-depth reviews

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review – the first hybrid 911 is one of the best

A new hybrid engine and chassis upgrades have injected personality and huge capability into the 992.2 GTS – it’s one of our favourite modern 911s
29 Oct 2025
Is there hope for the future of the performance car?
Longbow Roadster and Speedster
Opinion

Is there hope for the future of the performance car?

After reflecting on our evo Eras tests looking at performance cars of the past, our minds turn to wonder about what's to come
29 Oct 2025
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review – proof that electric cars can be fun, not just fast
Ioniq 5 N
In-depth reviews

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review – proof that electric cars can be fun, not just fast

Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 N is a fascinating take on the electric performance car, with some of the most complex electronics you’ll find on a series-productio…
28 Oct 2025

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BMW M5 review – it’s more powerful but is the extra weight a problem?
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In-depth reviews

BMW M5 review – it’s more powerful but is the extra weight a problem?

So much has been written about BMW’s new plug-in hybrid M5, but now it’s time for the talk to stop. Does it feel like a true M car?
28 Oct 2025
Alpine A290 review - the electric hot hatch that’s entertaining?
Alpine A290
Reviews

Alpine A290 review - the electric hot hatch that’s entertaining?

Renault has stolen a march on its rivals with the R5, so does its Alpine relative go one further and set the electric hot hatch benchmark?
24 Oct 2025
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Fast Fleet test – living with a 191mph four-door
evo Fast Fleet Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
Long term tests

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Fast Fleet test – living with a 191mph four-door

Alfa Romeo’s facelifted Giulia Quadrifoglio supersaloon joins the Fast Fleet, sideways
24 Oct 2025
Mercedes-AMG E53 review – splitting the difference between BMW’s 550e and M5
Mercedes-AMG E53
In-depth reviews

Mercedes-AMG E53 review – splitting the difference between BMW’s 550e and M5

With no V8 flagship, this six-cylinder hybrid feels like an interim leader, even if it has its own merits
23 Oct 2025
Ferrari 12 Cilindri review – has the Aston Martin Vanquish rival gone too soft?
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Reviews

Ferrari 12 Cilindri review – has the Aston Martin Vanquish rival gone too soft?

Ferrari describes its 819bhp, V12-powered 12 Cilindri as the most complete GT it’s ever made. We've put it to the test on the road in the UK
16 Oct 2025
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Caterham Horse prototype review – new turbo engine keeps the Seven alive
HORSE powered Caterham
Reviews

Caterham Horse prototype review – new turbo engine keeps the Seven alive

Caterham needs a replacement for Ford’s out-of-production Sigma engine. Its solution is a 1.3 turbo from Horse. We drive it
16 Oct 2025
Used McLaren 650S (2014 - 2017) review – a 207mph supercar for Audi RS3 money
McLaren 650S Spider
Reviews

Used McLaren 650S (2014 - 2017) review – a 207mph supercar for Audi RS3 money

Stunning composure, character and pace make the McLaren 650S an outstanding supercar offering. Here's how to buy one today
6 Oct 2025
Used Renault Mégane RS (Mk3, 2009 – 2016) review – the beloved French Golf GTI rival
Renault Mégane RS front
In-depth reviews

Used Renault Mégane RS (Mk3, 2009 – 2016) review – the beloved French Golf GTI rival

The Renault Megane RS gets the power and torque of the limited-edition Trophy plus a range of spec upgrades, plus an F1-inspired Red Bull special edit…
3 Oct 2025
Used Ford Fiesta ST200 (2016 - 2017) – a hot hatch great for under £9000
Ford Fiesta ST200
Reviews

Used Ford Fiesta ST200 (2016 - 2017) – a hot hatch great for under £9000

The limited-run Ford Fiesta ST200 is one of our favourite superminis in its very best form. It's also now an affordable used hero
30 Sep 2025
Nissan GT-R (R35, 2009 - 2025) review – the Porsche 911 Turbo’s greatest rival
Nissan GT-R
In-depth reviews

Nissan GT-R (R35, 2009 - 2025) review – the Porsche 911 Turbo’s greatest rival

The R35 Nissan GT-R purveys a legendary status like few others. Bespoke, highly strung and intense, the R35 will live on as a high point in Japanese a…
29 Sep 2025
McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014) – Ferrari 458 performance for used Porsche 911 money
McLaren MP4-12C
Reviews

McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014) – Ferrari 458 performance for used Porsche 911 money

McLaren's MP4-12C was the company's first step to taking on Ferrari, and what it lacked in emotional connection it made up for with searing performanc…
23 Sep 2025
Aston Martin Valhalla prototype 2025 review – Fernando Alonso's 1064bhp company hypercar on the limit
Aston Martin Valhalla
Reviews

Aston Martin Valhalla prototype 2025 review – Fernando Alonso's 1064bhp company hypercar on the limit

After years of development, we get behind the wheel of Aston Martin’s plug-in-hybrid mid-engined hypercar on track in prototype form
8 Sep 2025
BMW M2 v Porsche Boxster GTS v Lotus Emira v Alpine A110 v Ford Mustang GT
BMW M2 v Porsche Boxster GTS v Lotus Emira v Alpine A110 v Ford Mustang
Group tests

BMW M2 v Porsche Boxster GTS v Lotus Emira v Alpine A110 v Ford Mustang GT

It’s been the sports car class leader for over two decades, but can rivals from Alpine, BMW, Ford and Lotus finally take the lead over Porsche’s Boxst…
8 Sep 2025
F1’s Dutch rollercoaster: What’s it like to race at Zandvoort?
Racing at Zandvoort – James Taylor in a Revolution R500
Features

F1’s Dutch rollercoaster: What’s it like to race at Zandvoort?

The mildly terrifying Dutch Grand Prix track is truly one of a kind. This is how it feels at first-hand, in a high-downforce prototype
3 Sep 2025
evo Leaderboard lap times – the world's fastest cars tested on track
evo Leaderboard
Best cars

evo Leaderboard lap times – the world's fastest cars tested on track

This is our official evo Leaderboard, ranking the fastest lap times from Anglesey Circuit, Bedford Autodrome and Blyton Park
26 Aug 2025
Dallara EXP 2025 review – the Stradale's track attack cousin tested against the clock
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Reviews

Dallara EXP 2025 review – the Stradale's track attack cousin tested against the clock

The Dallara EXP is a Stradale taken to extremes in the name of track performance. We push it to the limit on track against the stopwatch
18 Aug 2025
BMW M135 xDrive 2025 review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
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In-depth reviews

BMW M135 xDrive 2025 review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3

The M135 has lost an ‘i’ and gained chassis revisions and a restyle. Is it enough to make it a benchmark hot hatch?
15 Aug 2025
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BMW M2 2025 review – a fun, full-fat M car but no match for a Cayman
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In-depth reviews

BMW M2 2025 review – a fun, full-fat M car but no match for a Cayman

The M2 has evolved into a near-500bhp powerhouse of a coupe, and still comes with three pedals. It’s a barrel of laughs, if not as deft and rewarding …
13 Aug 2025
Aston Martin Vantage 2025 review – a thrilling Mercedes-AMG GT and 911 Turbo S alternative
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In-depth reviews

Aston Martin Vantage 2025 review – a thrilling Mercedes-AMG GT and 911 Turbo S alternative

Aston’s new Vantage expertly plays a triple role, of sumptuous GT, supercar slayer and deft sports car. If the ride was better, it’d be all but perfec…
1 Aug 2025
Aston Martin Valkyrie 2025 review – 700 miles in the world's most extreme hypercar
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Reviews

Aston Martin Valkyrie 2025 review – 700 miles in the world's most extreme hypercar

Aston’s Newey-designed hypercar astonishes on road and track, but is it the best thing ever to wear number plates, or too uncompromising for its own g…
25 Jul 2025
Porsche 911 GT3 Touring 2025 review – is wingless 9000rpm special better than ever?
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In-depth reviews

Porsche 911 GT3 Touring 2025 review – is wingless 9000rpm special better than ever?

Porsche’s latest GT3 Touring retains a stunning 9000rpm flat-six and gets chassis upgrades derived from the S/T. Is it the ultimate sports car for roa…
21 Jul 2025
Praga Bohema 2025 review – Nissan GT-R power in a half-price Aston Martin Valkyrie
Praga Bohema
Reviews

Praga Bohema 2025 review – Nissan GT-R power in a half-price Aston Martin Valkyrie

Pairing 700bhp of Litchfield-prepared GT-R power with a near-1000kg weight figure, the Bohema is a £1.5million hypercar that’s aiming to shake up the …
20 Jul 2025
My Life & Cars – Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing
Zak Brown life & cars
Features

My Life & Cars – Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing

The man heading McLaren’s F1 team talks about his incredible collection of road and racing cars – and karts
17 Jul 2025
The Ford Mustang GTD is America's answer to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and we've been onboard
Ford Mustang GTD
News

The Ford Mustang GTD is America's answer to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and we've been onboard

As first customer cars hit the road, we jump onboard the Multimatic-developed Mustang GTD with Le Mans driver Dirk Müller
14 Jul 2025
Frontline MGA Factory Edition review – a quaint classic with a modern heart
Frontline MGA Factory Edition
Reviews

Frontline MGA Factory Edition review – a quaint classic with a modern heart

The MGB restomod specialist turns its attention to the B’s pretty predecessor. The result is compelling
26 Jun 2025
Porsche 911 Carrera T (992.2) 2025 review – pure, back-to-basics 992 is one of the best
Porsche 911 Carrera T – front
Reviews

Porsche 911 Carrera T (992.2) 2025 review – pure, back-to-basics 992 is one of the best

Against the tide of paddleshift dominance, Porsche’s latest Carrera T proudly waves the manual gearbox flag as part of a more engaging and rewarding 9…
23 Jun 2025
Skoda Elroq vRS 2025 review – a sheep in sheep’s clothing
Skoda Elroq vRS – front
Reviews

Skoda Elroq vRS 2025 review – a sheep in sheep’s clothing

The swiftest-accelerating Skoda yet is an excellent electric family car but lacks excitement to back up its vRS badge
16 Jun 2025
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2025 review – a rare Italian jewel beyond compare
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Reviews

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
12 Jun 2025
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (992.1) Fast Fleet test – living with the 194mph coupe
evo Fast Fleet Porsche 911 Carrera GTS
Long term tests

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (992.1) Fast Fleet test – living with the 194mph coupe

Every Porsche customer is offered a free driver training session. We take ‘our’ 911 along to try it at first hand
3 Jun 2025