Lotus Emira Turbo SE 2025 review – a rebranded sports car with detail tweaks
Lotus Emira Turbo SE 2025 review – a rebranded sports car with detail tweaks
Amidst all the current hullabaloo at Hethel, a faster, sharper Emira four‐cylinder has emerged. Could it be the new pick of the range?
Mini Cooper and Cooper S (2001 - 2006) review – the 'new' Mini is now a classic
Mini Cooper and Cooper S (2001 - 2006) review – the 'new' Mini is now a classic
The ‘new’ Mini was perhaps motoring’s most anticipated sequel. BMW didn’t get it wrong – quite the opposite, as it transpired
McLaren GT Fast Fleet test – four months in the 203mph 'grand tourer'
McLaren GT Fast Fleet test – four months in the 203mph 'grand tourer'
Is it really a grand tourer, or is it best enjoyed as a subtly different take on McLaren’s brilliant supercar recipe?
A stint on the evo long-term f…
Audi R8 V8 (2007 - 2015) review – the Porsche 911’s equal is a bargain super sports car
Audi R8 V8 (2007 - 2015) review – the Porsche 911’s equal is a bargain super sports car
The Audi R8’s launch was perhaps one of the biggest moments in 2000s performance motoring. It’s as sweet today as back then
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the Nürburgring king on road and track
Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2025 review – the Nürburgring king on road and track
Did the 992 GT3 RS need to be made more extreme? Possibly not. We're glad Manthey Racing has done it, though.
Aston Martin Valhalla prototype 2025 review – Fernando Alonso's 1064bhp company hypercar on the limit
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
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 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…
Lamborghini Aventador SVJ (2019) Fast Fleet test – five months in a £500k supercar
Lamborghini Aventador SVJ (2019) Fast Fleet test – five months in a £500k supercar
Five months in a hardcore V12 Lamborghini would be wild in itself, without that period taking place during the pandemic over winter
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk5, 2004 - 2009) review – one of the best VWs of the last 30 years
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk5, 2004 - 2009) review – one of the best VWs of the last 30 years
Volkswagen's quintessential hot hatch saw a stunning return to form in Mk5 guise. It’s aged like a fine wine and is an appreciating modern classic tod…
Aston Martin Vantage Roadster 2025 review – all-rounder Aston is a Ferrari beater
Aston Martin Vantage Roadster 2025 review – all-rounder Aston is a Ferrari beater
Developed in tandem with the coupe, the new Vantage Roadster has a welcome sense of togetherness for an open-top sports car
Audi S3 v BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupé – which is the best everyday performance car?
Audi S3 v BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupé – which is the best everyday performance car?
Despite 4WD and circa 300bhp, neither Audi’s S3 nor BMW’s M235 Gran Coupé has set our world alight so far, but now both have had a refresh. Can either…
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 (2020-2025) review – one of the all-time great sports cars is dead
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 (2020-2025) review – one of the all-time great sports cars is dead
The Boxster GTS 4.0 was among the best of Porsche’s petrol 718 models, which are sadly no more
Lamborghini Murciélago (2001 - 2011) review – an unadulterated supercar icon
Lamborghini Murciélago (2001 - 2011) review – an unadulterated supercar icon
The Murciélago spans old and new testament in the good book Lamborghini, melding old-school character with modern usability
Caterham Horse prototype 2025 review – new turbo engine keeps the Seven alive
Caterham Horse prototype 2025 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
Porsche 911 Turbo S (992.1, 2020 - 2024) review – Stuttgart’s supercar slayer
Porsche 911 Turbo S (992.1, 2020 - 2024) review – Stuttgart’s supercar slayer
With a new 911 Turbo on the horizon, all eyes turn to the outgoing model that stood out as a rarity in the model’s recent lineage – a 911 Turbo that w…
Renault Clio 16V (Mk1, 1991 - 1995) review, history and specs – an unsung hot hatch hero 
Renault Clio 16V (Mk1, 1991 - 1995) review, history and specs – an unsung hot hatch hero
The Clio Williams is seen as the quintessential hot Renault from the 90s, but the earlier 16V was a cracking car in its own right. Here’s what it’s li…
£200,000 supercar shoot-out: AMG v Aston Martin v Maserati v McLaren
£200,000 supercar shoot-out: AMG v Aston Martin v Maserati v McLaren
Aston Martin Vantage v Maserati MC20 v McLaren Artura v Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance: Four different ways to spend circa £200k, but which is the…
Lamborghini Temerario 2025 review – 907bhp hybrid Huracán successor tested flat-out
Lamborghini Temerario 2025 review – 907bhp hybrid Huracán successor tested flat-out
It’s got a 10,000rpm V8 supported by a trio of electric motors, but does the tech dilute the Lambo soul?
Kia EV6 2025 review – still want that Tesla Model Y?
Kia EV6 2025 review – still want that Tesla Model Y?
The standard Kia EV6 is a rounded and fundamentally sound electric car, giving some more ‘premium’ rivals a run for their money
Ariel Atom 4 2025 review – Britain's exoskeletal track toy just got torquier...
Ariel Atom 4 2025 review – Britain's exoskeletal track toy just got torquier...
Its looks may suggest otherwise, but this latest Atom is all‑new – and a huge leap forward, too
Aston Martin Vantage (2006) Fast Fleet test – living with a £30k V8 Aston
Aston Martin Vantage (2006) Fast Fleet test – living with a £30k V8 Aston
How much does an early V8 Vantage really cost to run? We’re starting to find out
Ariel Atom 1 (1999 - 2003) review, history and specs of the bare-bones sports car
Ariel Atom 1 (1999 - 2003) review, history and specs of the bare-bones sports car
When the Ariel Atom was launched 26 years ago, we’d never seen – or driven – anything like it. We revisit one of those early cars to see if it’s stil…
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 underpinnings
Volkswagen ID.3 2025 review – Wolfsburg's everyday EV gets competitive
Volkswagen ID.3 2025 review – Wolfsburg's everyday EV gets competitive
The ID.3's been updated to address some of its key weak points, and a new range structure makes it more competitive than ever
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 gre…
Alpine A110 2025 review – an all-time great sports car living on borrowed time
Alpine A110 2025 review – an all-time great sports car living on borrowed time
The Alpine A110 is not long for this world, with its electric replacement due to arrive in 2027 with more power (and, sadly, weight)
Mercedes-Benz EQS 2025 review – electric S-class takes aim at the BMW i7
Mercedes-Benz EQS 2025 review – electric S-class takes aim at the BMW i7
Mercedes put all of its resources into creating a bespoke all-electric flagship, but it’s not quite worthy of replacing the S-class yet
Dallara EXP 2025 review – the Stradale's track attack cousin tested against the clock
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
BMW M135 xDrive 2025 review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
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?
Renault 5 2025 review – believe the hype about the EV you might actually want
Renault 5 2025 review – believe the hype about the EV you might actually want
Almost a year since we first drove it, does the new Renault 5 still impress beyond the hype? Absolutely.
Peugeot 208 Fast Fleet test – living with France's alternative to the Ford Fiesta
Peugeot 208 Fast Fleet test – living with France's alternative to the Ford Fiesta
Can this striking French supermini bring a winning blend of fun and frugality to our long-term fleet? The test starts here
Lamborghini Urus SE 2025 review – Sant'Agata's super SUV becomes a 789bhp hybrid
Lamborghini Urus SE 2025 review – Sant'Agata's super SUV becomes a 789bhp hybrid
Lamborghini’s answer to the Aston Martin DBX has been given a major overhaul, going hybrid-only in the process. Has it become easier to like in the pr…
Subaru Impreza RB5 (1999) review – limited-run rally special is still a riot today
Subaru Impreza RB5 (1999) review – limited-run rally special is still a riot today
The Richard Burns 5 marked the moment the ubiquitous hero car of early-era evo found its sweet spot. It’s one of the greatest performance cars from th…
BMW M2 2025 review – a fun, full-fat M car but no match for a Cayman
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 …
Audi Q5 2025 review – stylish BMW X3 rival lacks ultimate thrills and guts
Audi Q5 2025 review – stylish BMW X3 rival lacks ultimate thrills and guts
Audi’s family SUV goes into its third generation as an impressively refined if engine-limited BMW X3 alternative
McLaren 720S (2017 - 2024) review – an eCoty-winning supercar for Porsche 911 money
McLaren 720S (2017 - 2024) review – an eCoty-winning supercar for Porsche 911 money
The McLaren 720S was so good when new in 2017 it’d still land a few punches in group tests today. They’re available for cheap but move with caution.