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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Mk8.5 2025 review – a cut-price Honda Civic Type R?
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Mk8.5
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Mk8.5 2025 review – a cut-price Honda Civic Type R?

The Golf GTI Clubsport lifts the Mk8.5 GTI to a higher level, but it’s still not quite a match for the best in class
4 Jul 2025
The 625bhp Range Rover Sport SV is now £35k cheaper than it was before
Range Rover Sport SV
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The 625bhp Range Rover Sport SV is now £35k cheaper than it was before

While it was previously available only in special edition form, the V8-powered Range Rover Sport SV is finally on the market in ‘standard’ trim, bring…
1 Jul 2025
Your move, Singer: HWA to race the Mercedes 190E Evo restomod at the Nürburgring
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Your move, Singer: HWA to race the Mercedes 190E Evo restomod at the Nürburgring

The makers of the Mercedes CLK GTR and Pagani Huayra R’s screaming V12 are taking their modern take on the iconic Mercedes 190E Evo II racing
19 Jun 2025
The Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti is an 868bhp supercar you (probably) can’t buy
Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti
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The Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti is an 868bhp supercar you (probably) can’t buy

The 296 has only just been given the hardcore Speciale treatment, but Ferrari’s already devised a new special edition for its very best customers
17 Jun 2025
Le Mans 24 Hours 2025: Ferrari claims victory for the third time running
Ferrari 499P Le Mans winner
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Le Mans 24 Hours 2025: Ferrari claims victory for the third time running

The world’s most significant endurance race returned for the 93rd time with a packed grid of 62 cars vying for victory, but Ferrari came out on top (a…
17 Jun 2025
Nürburgring 24 Hours 2025 preview: 141 cars to embark on the toughest race of the calendar
Nurburgring 24 Hours 2025
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Nürburgring 24 Hours 2025 preview: 141 cars to embark on the toughest race of the calendar

As if Le Mans wasn’t enough of a test, the most gruelling endurance race of all is up next with the 2025 Nürburgring 24 Hours
16 Jun 2025
The Genesis GMR-001 brings V8 power to tackle Ferrari at Le Mans
 Genesis GMR001
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The Genesis GMR-001 brings V8 power to tackle Ferrari at Le Mans

The GMR-001 is set to join a packed Hypercar grid in 2026, but we've already taken a look at this year's Le Mans 24 Hours race
13 Jun 2025
The Alpine A390 is France’s answer to the Porsche Macan
Alpine A390
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The Alpine A390 is France’s answer to the Porsche Macan

A battery-powered Porsche Macan rival with an emphasis on driving dynamics is the second model in Alpine’s EV offensive, and its made its debut at Le …
13 Jun 2025
BMW iX 2025 review – the ugly duckling still stomps the Tesla Model X
BMW iX 2025
In-depth reviews

BMW iX 2025 review – the ugly duckling still stomps the Tesla Model X

BMW’s electric SUV is as refined to drive as it is challenging to look at and is genuinely impressive for what it is, even if what it is doesn’t appea…
10 Jun 2025
Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport 2025 review – the ultimate all-season performance tyre?
Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport
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Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport 2025 review – the ultimate all-season performance tyre?

It’s been almost a decade in the making, but Michelin believes it’s finally cracked the code for an all-weather performance tyre with the CrossClimate…
9 Jun 2025
BMW 3-series 2025 review – does it still reward the keen driver?
2024 BMW 3-series
In-depth reviews

BMW 3-series 2025 review – does it still reward the keen driver?

The 3-series is 50 years old this year, and it’s as compelling today as its ever been – none of its rivals combine tech, quality and driving dynamics …
3 Jun 2025
Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series (2007 - 2009) review – the definitive AMG hot rod
Mercedes CLK63 AMG Black Series front
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Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series (2007 - 2009) review – the definitive AMG hot rod

The 6.2-litre, 500bhp CLK63 Black Series is one of the most thrilling cars ever to wear a Mercedes badge, and represents AMG at its purest
30 May 2025
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Zagato's AGTZ Twin Tail has arrived: Alpine A110-based special hits the road
Zagato AGTZ Twin Tail
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Zagato's AGTZ Twin Tail has arrived: Alpine A110-based special hits the road

Zagato has collaborated with La Squadra for the creation of an Alpine A110-based special, inspired by the A220 Le Mans racer of the ‘60s. This is the …
27 May 2025
Toyota Supra Final Edition is the most powerful yet, but there's a catch
Toyota Supra Final Edition
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Toyota Supra Final Edition is the most powerful yet, but there's a catch

The last of the A90 Supras will be the most potent and the most focused. Will it finally realise the potential of Toyota’s sportscar?
27 May 2025
Aston Martin Valhalla makes dynamic debut with Fernando Alonso at the wheel
Aston Martin Valhalla
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Aston Martin Valhalla makes dynamic debut with Fernando Alonso at the wheel

Aston Martin is gearing up for first deliveries of its 1064bhp, £850,000 Valhalla hypercar, teasing us with a dynamic debut in Monaco first
23 May 2025
Hyundai Ioniq 5 2025 review – Korea’s Volkswagen ID.4 rival means business
Hyundai Ioniq 5
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 2025 review – Korea’s Volkswagen ID.4 rival means business

The Ioniq 5 might now have some strong competition in 2025, but it’s still among the best in its class as a practical, well-rounded electric crossover
15 May 2025
Aston Martin is first to adopt Apple CarPlay Ultra with system-wide software overhaul
 Aston Martin Apple CarPlay Ultra
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Aston Martin is first to adopt Apple CarPlay Ultra with system-wide software overhaul

Aston Martin’s lineup will receive Apple’s long-awaited CarPlay Ultra as standard, bringing a new look and improved functionality to the range
15 May 2025
BMW Skytop spotted on the road for the first time – £400,000 special nears production
BMW Skytop
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BMW Skytop spotted on the road for the first time – £400,000 special nears production

Just 50 examples of the BMW M8-based Skytop are expected to hit the road, priced at over £400,000 each
15 May 2025
Assetto Corsa Evo: impressions, car list, tracks and future roadmap
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Assetto Corsa Evo: impressions, car list, tracks and future roadmap

The maker of 2014’s Assetto Corsa has launched the next chapter in the popular series, bringing evo’s favourite cars and tracks to the virtual world
8 May 2025
Best small cars 2025 – new and used stars for basic affordable fun motoring
Best small cars
Best cars

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
25 Apr 2025
Used Ford Mustang (S550, 2015 - 2023) review – Ford’s V8 muscle car for £20k
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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. …
23 Apr 2025
The £2.2m Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution has twice the power of a Bugatti Veyron
Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution
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The £2.2m Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution has twice the power of a Bugatti Veyron

Texan engineering firm Hennessey has extracted even more power from its Venom F5 hypercar as it guns for the big 300
16 Apr 2025
The Lamborghini Revuelto feels like an Audi R8, but that's no bad thing
Lamborghini Revuelto
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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
14 Apr 2025
This 1950s MG is the ultimate sleeper with Porsche 911 GT3 power-to-weight
Frontline MGA Factory Edition
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This 1950s MG is the ultimate sleeper with Porsche 911 GT3 power-to-weight

UK-based firm Frontline has launched the MGA Factory Edition, giving the 1950s British sports car the performance it deserves
9 Apr 2025
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JCR’s Porsche 911 S/T turns the eCoty-winner to 11
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JCR’s Porsche 911 S/T turns the eCoty-winner to 11

British Porsche specialist JCR has developed a tuning package for the 911 S/T, turning our latest eCoty winner up a notch
9 Apr 2025
New Hyundai Insteroid – could this be the new-age i20 N EV?
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New Hyundai Insteroid – could this be the new-age i20 N EV?

Hyundai has served up another wild hot hatch concept, this time taking the Inster supermini as a base. Could an electric successor to the i20 N be on …
1 Apr 2025
Toyota GR Yaris 2025 review – the modern homologation special gets even better
Toyota GR Yaris
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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.
28 Mar 2025
Used Audi RS6 Avant (C7, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide – family-friendly supercar slayer from £20k
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In-depth reviews

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
27 Mar 2025
Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce 2025 review – an electric crossover with hot hatch credentials
Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce
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Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce 2025 review – an electric crossover with hot hatch credentials

The Junior is Alfa Romeo’s first ever pure-electric model, but don’t let that put you off. The Veloce is a practical offering with a real performance …
27 Mar 2025
Porsche 718 Boxster review – the benchmark convertible sports car
Porsche 718 Boxster
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Porsche 718 Boxster review – the benchmark convertible sports car

The petrol-engined Boxster isn't long for this world, but it still represents the definitive open-top sports car experience
27 Mar 2025
Abarth 600e 2025 review – Italy gives the Alpine A290 something to worry about
Abarth 600e
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Abarth 600e 2025 review – Italy gives the Alpine A290 something to worry about

The Abarth 600e packs 276bhp and a fiery character, making it both the marque’s most powerful road-legal model and a genuinely entertaining driver’s c…
19 Mar 2025
Porsche 718 Boxster S 2025 review – fewer cylinder, less fun
Porsche 718 Boxster S
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Porsche 718 Boxster S 2025 review – fewer cylinder, less fun

The 718 Boxster S is undoubtedly quick and brilliant to drive, but the turbocharged four-cylinder lacks the character we've come to expect
18 Mar 2025
Used Ford Focus RS500 (Mk2, 2010 - 2011): review, specs and buying guide for the original hyperhatch
Ford Focus RS500
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Used Ford Focus RS500 (Mk2, 2010 - 2011): review, specs and buying guide for the original hyperhatch

The Ford Focus RS500 is the ultimate incarnation of a hyperhatch trailblazer, and now they're like gold dust
13 Mar 2025
Used BMW M2 CS (F87, 2020 - 2021) review and specs – Munich's Porsche Cayman GT4 fighter
BMW M2 CS
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Used BMW M2 CS (F87, 2020 - 2021) review and specs – Munich's Porsche Cayman GT4 fighter

A hugely enjoyable and rewarding M car to drive, the F87 BMW M2 CS is an eCoty champion and a sure-fire future classic
7 Mar 2025