evo magazine issue 341 January 2026 – evo Car of the Year 2025 out now
evo magazine issue 341 January 2026 – evo Car of the Year 2025 out now
It’s that time again. In the latest issue, we embark on a mammoth five-day journey to the south of France to determine the winner of evo Car of the Ye…
New Porsche 911 Turbo S review – McLaren Artura performance with four seats
New Porsche 911 Turbo S review – McLaren Artura performance with four seats
The 911 Turbo S despite its newfound electrification, is as it always was: a well-rounded supercar slayer
McLaren GTS review – the entry-level McLaren you forgot existed
McLaren GTS review – the entry-level McLaren you forgot existed
The McLaren GT returns with a new name and more power, promising grand touring credentials in a supercar package
Audi S8 Fast Fleet test – living with Ingolstadt's 563bhp flagship saloon
Audi S8 Fast Fleet test – living with Ingolstadt's 563bhp flagship saloon
The evo Fast Fleet Audi S8 proves it's got the handling chops to match its Ronin-fuelled reputation
Most Popular
Puncture-proof airless tyres are on the horizon, but they won’t work on performance cars
Puncture-proof airless tyres are on the horizon, but they won’t work on performance cars
How a sub-200bhp runabout exposes the problem with today’s performance cars
How a sub-200bhp runabout exposes the problem with today’s performance cars
Jaguar Land Rover chief creative officer Gerry McGovern allegedly fired
Jaguar Land Rover chief creative officer Gerry McGovern allegedly fired
Toyota Prius review – believe it or not, you can actually have fun in the latest Prius
Toyota Prius review – believe it or not, you can actually have fun in the latest Prius
Best fast family cars 2026 – practical performance cars for daily driving thrills
Best fast family cars 2026 – practical performance cars for daily driving thrills
BAC Mono Cup review – the British race car you'll be able to buy for the road
BAC Mono Cup review – the British race car you'll be able to buy for the road
Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce long term test – can Italy beat Germany?
Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce long term test – can Italy beat Germany?
Reviews
Alfa Romeo Giulia review – get one while you still can
Alfa Romeo Giulia review – get one while you still can
Alfa Romeo's 276bhp saloon might be long in the tooth, but it's still a compelling alternative to the German establishment
Polestar 3 review – a cheaper alternative to the BMW iX?
Polestar 3 review – a cheaper alternative to the BMW iX?
The Polestar 3 is a luxurious and keenly priced electric SUV, but does it really feel like a sports car?
Seat Ibiza review – Yes, you can still buy a new supermini
Seat Ibiza review – Yes, you can still buy a new supermini
Small affordable(ish) cars aren't finished just yet, despite the likes of Ford and Vauxhall walking away from this vital sector, which is why Seat sti…
Toyota Prius review – believe it or not, you can actually have fun in the latest Prius
Toyota Prius review – believe it or not, you can actually have fun in the latest Prius
The fifth-gen Toyota Prius looks smarter than before, and it’s miles better than its predecessors to drive – you could almost call it fun…
News
Jaguar Land Rover chief creative officer Gerry McGovern allegedly fired
Jaguar Land Rover chief creative officer Gerry McGovern allegedly fired
Gerry McGovern, the architect of Jaguar's controversial reinvention, leaves after 21 years
Toyota's successor to the Lexus LFA is coming on December 5
Toyota's successor to the Lexus LFA is coming on December 5
The end of the long build-up to Toyota's new supercar is now in sight, with a reveal set for January 5
evo Car of the Year 2025 contenders revealed: eCoty podcast part one
evo Car of the Year 2025 contenders revealed: eCoty podcast part one
This year's biggest test is just around the corner. We've revealed each of the contenders in part one of our 2025 evo Car of the Year podcast special
Puncture-proof airless tyres are on the horizon, but they won’t work on performance cars
Puncture-proof airless tyres are on the horizon, but they won’t work on performance cars
Airless tyre technology developed by the likes of Goodyear, Michelin and Bridgestone could see use in autonomous vehicles and public transport in the …
In-depth reviews
Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992) review – the best road and track car money can buy
Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992) review – the best road and track car money can buy
Porsche’s most extreme GT3 RS yet is also one of the most captivating. As a do-it-all road and track car, nothing can match it
Aston Martin DB11 (2016 - 2023) review – Aston’s last mainstream V12 for Cayman money
Aston Martin DB11 (2016 - 2023) review – Aston’s last mainstream V12 for Cayman money
Aston’s almost forgotten V12-engined GT was flawed on its introduction but looks like great value for what they’re worth today
Used Ford Focus ST (Mk4, 2019-2025) review – Ford has killed its last remaining hot hatch
Used Ford Focus ST (Mk4, 2019-2025) review – Ford has killed its last remaining hot hatch
The Mk4 Focus ST went out as an imperfect hot hatchback, but one with appeal and impressive capability if you don’t mind some rough edges
Used Lamborghini Huracán (2014-2024) review – last-of-the-line V10 Lambo is one of the very best
Used Lamborghini Huracán (2014-2024) review – last-of-the-line V10 Lambo is one of the very best
Exciting, exotic and eccentric, the Huracán is an all-time great supercar in its final forms – and early examples can be had for new 911 Carrera money…
Top 10s
Best fast family cars 2026 – practical performance cars for daily driving thrills
Best fast family cars 2026 – practical performance cars for daily driving thrills
A family car doesn’t need to be dull – some of our favourite performance models deliver the thrills of a purpose-built sports car
Best supercars 2025 – our favourite show-stopping driving machines
Best supercars 2025 – our favourite show-stopping driving machines
Want to go fast and make a statement whilst doing so? These are the best supercars of 2025
Best coupes 2025 – from grand tourers to hardened sports cars
Best coupes 2025 – from grand tourers to hardened sports cars
Two-door fixed-roof performance cars come in a variety of different flavours – these are evo’s favourites
Best hot hatchbacks 2025 – fun fast and practical performance cars
Best hot hatchbacks 2025 – fun fast and practical performance cars
Contracted though the hot hatch market may be, there are still some great models out there, from the electric Alpine A290 to the five-cylinder Audi RS…
Supercars
Lamborghini Huracán STO (2021 - 2023) review – the ultimate hardcore Huracán
Lamborghini Huracán STO (2021 - 2023) review – the ultimate hardcore Huracán
Lamborghini’s V10 went out with a bang with the ultimate Huracán racer for the road
Best Aston Martins – from brutes in suits to howling hypercars
Best Aston Martins – from brutes in suits to howling hypercars
Aston Martins often trade heavily on emotion, but there are a few that are revered by the evo team that are as beautiful to drive as they are to look …
Why AI excites Lamborghini’s design boss: ‘Who is not mastering it will be left behind’
Why AI excites Lamborghini’s design boss: ‘Who is not mastering it will be left behind’
Artificial intelligence is a swear word for many creatives. For Mitja Borkert, head of Lamborghini Centro Stile, it’s one of the most exciting new too…
Best Lamborghinis – the finest Ferrari fighters from Sant’Agata
Best Lamborghinis – the finest Ferrari fighters from Sant’Agata
You can’t ignore a Lamborghini, and many of Sant'Agata’s creations have hit the right note with evo testers over the years. We run down the very best
Hot hatchbacks
Fiat Panda 100HP Fast Fleet test – living with a £2000 pocket rocket
Fiat Panda 100HP Fast Fleet test – living with a £2000 pocket rocket
A replacement wheel bearing, new tyres and a nail-biting heater repair make for a happier HP
Audi S3 review – the RS3’s deputy is now a worthy hot hatch
Audi S3 review – the RS3’s deputy is now a worthy hot hatch
A few choice upgrades have bestowed the latest Audi S3 with something it’s not really had in its 26 years – actual driver appeal
Cupra Leon estate VZ3 review – more power and personality than VW's Golf R
Cupra Leon estate VZ3 review – more power and personality than VW's Golf R
The Cupra Leon estate is the slept-on AWD cousin to the Golf R and S3, utilising the much-lauded torque-splitter differential
BMW's M135 v Mercedes-AMG's A35 – car pictures of the week
BMW's M135 v Mercedes-AMG's A35 – car pictures of the week
In the latest issue of evo, we test the Mercedes-AMG A35 against BMW’s M135 in its most hardcore guise – these are our favourite images from Aston Par…
Group tests
Lotus Emira Turbo SE v Alpine A110 GTS – two of the last surviving mid-engined sports cars
Lotus Emira Turbo SE v Alpine A110 GTS – two of the last surviving mid-engined sports cars
The Lotus Emira and Alpine A110 are sports car heroes with uncertain futures. Which should you enjoy while you can?
Audi Quattro, RS2 and RS3: five-cylinder icons head-to-head
Audi Quattro, RS2 and RS3: five-cylinder icons head-to-head
Audi’s five-cylinder engine is a legend nearing its end. We take a journey through its history, from the original Quattro to the celebrated RS2 and th…
Aston Martin DB12 Volante v Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo – open-top GTs go head-to-head
Aston Martin DB12 Volante v Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo – open-top GTs go head-to-head
Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo or Aston Martin DB12 Volante? Two powerful and charismatic convertibles, but which is best? A cross-country drive to t…
Who makes the best V12 supercar? Ferrari, Lamborghini and Aston Martin go head-to-head
Who makes the best V12 supercar? Ferrari, Lamborghini and Aston Martin go head-to-head
Three magnificent V12-engined supercars, hybrid-powered Lamborghini Revuelto, twin-turbocharged Aston Martin Vanquish and pure naturally aspirated Fer…
Features
Engineer Chris Porritt on working with Elon Musk, Apple cars, Aston Martin and a life in cars
Engineer Chris Porritt on working with Elon Musk, Apple cars, Aston Martin and a life in cars
From Land Rovers and Astons to the rejuvenated Bizzarrini – via Tesla and Apple – accomplished automotive engineer Chris Porritt hasn’t quite managed …
evo advertorial - Hyundai IONIQ 9 
evo advertorial - Hyundai IONIQ 9
Discover where you belong in IONIQ 9
From karting in a warehouse to lead McLaren test driver: Gareth Howell’s story
From karting in a warehouse to lead McLaren test driver: Gareth Howell’s story
The ex-BTCC racer who’s helped develop every modern McLaren road car, as well as the GMA T.50, on how indoor karting and the power of friendship have …
Driving the Aston Martin F1 Safety Car – car pictures of the week
Driving the Aston Martin F1 Safety Car – car pictures of the week
In this week's car pictures, we look at the highlights from our time with one of the most videoed cars in the world – the Aston Martin Vantage F1 safe…
Video
Porsche 911 GT3 RS v Manthey Racing RS on track – car pictures of the week
Porsche 911 GT3 RS v Manthey Racing RS on track – car pictures of the week
With all its extreme upgrades, exactly how much faster is a Manthey GT3 RS than the standard model? We find out around Anglesey circuit
evo Leaderboard lap times – the world's fastest cars tested on track 
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
The origins of the Jaguar F-type with the men that made it happen
The origins of the Jaguar F-type with the men that made it happen
The Jaguar F-type was a sports car 40 years in the making. We reunite the team that made it a reality, which includes our very own co-founder and edit…
Ferrari F80 2025 review – hybrid V6 hypercar is a worthy successor to the LaFerrari
Ferrari F80 2025 review – hybrid V6 hypercar is a worthy successor to the LaFerrari
The near-1200bhp F80 is a bold leap into the future, but does it deliver the seductive driving experience we expect of a Maranello special?
Opinion
How a sub-200bhp runabout exposes the problem with today’s performance cars
How a sub-200bhp runabout exposes the problem with today’s performance cars
A shortage of long-term test cars flags up a wider problem, says Meaden
Everyone loves the idea of a GT car, so why does nobody buy them?
Everyone loves the idea of a GT car, so why does nobody buy them?
We all love a great GT, says Jethro. Trouble is, no-one wants to buy them
The Ford Focus is dead: how the VW Golf rival redefined everyday driving
The Ford Focus is dead: how the VW Golf rival redefined everyday driving
After almost three decades on sale, production of the Ford Focus has come to an end. Here’s why that matters more than you might think
Why being a car bore is far more fun than you'd ever imagine
Why being a car bore is far more fun than you'd ever imagine
Porter confesses to being a man brought to life by the boring
Used cars
Four brilliant used V8 Jaguars for the price of a new Volkswagen Golf
Four brilliant used V8 Jaguars for the price of a new Volkswagen Golf
Jaguar’s next era looms with the all-electric Type 00, but these used supercharged V8 icons are hard to ignore in a soulless EV world
Best used sports cars – driving thrillers for less than a new Audi RS3
Best used sports cars – driving thrillers for less than a new Audi RS3
With Summer in the rear view and Autumn in full swing, now’s the best time to buy a used sports car
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 Focus RS to a Mercedes-AMG C63
Four fun used hot hatches that should hold their value
Four fun used hot hatches that should hold their value
Fast fun cars that won’t break the bank, to buy or when it comes time to sell
Technology
New Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo – our 2025 tyre test champion just got better
New Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo – our 2025 tyre test champion just got better
Bridgestone’s latest high-performance tyre pairs increased performance with efficiency, and is rated for use on EVs as well as supercars
Best car tyres 2025: evo tyre test
Best car tyres 2025: evo tyre test
Looking to fit new tyres to your performance car soon? Let the latest edition of the annual evo tyre test help you make the right choice
Best 19-inch tyres – R19 235/35 performance tyre test
Best 19-inch tyres – R19 235/35 performance tyre test
Want to fit the very best tyres to your performance car? We gather the best of the 19-inch models to find out which comes out on top
Apple CarPlay Ultra – 'not bad but a bit pointless'
Apple CarPlay Ultra – 'not bad but a bit pointless'
Want to make your car’s controls less intuitive to use? Apple has the solution for you.
Electric cars
The 641bhp Genesis GV60 Magma is a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N with a twist
The 641bhp Genesis GV60 Magma is a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N with a twist
Genesis is embarking on a new 'luxury high performance' chapter, and is kicking it off with the 164mph GV60 Magma
Kia EV6 GT review – a family crossover with Ferrari power
Kia EV6 GT review – a family crossover with Ferrari power
Kia’s EV6 GT has inherited the powertrain from the Ioniq 5 N, and the results are as compelling as you might expect
Polestar 2 review – Sweden’s answer to the Tesla Model 3
Polestar 2 review – Sweden’s answer to the Tesla Model 3
The Polestar 2 strikes a good balance between range, performance and engagement, but it's not as sharp as some alternatives
Mercedes-Benz CLA electric review – small saloon takes aim at Tesla's Model 3
Mercedes-Benz CLA electric review – small saloon takes aim at Tesla's Model 3
The reborn CLA arrives first as an EV with hybrids to follow. They might not be worth the wait…
Podcast
New evo podcast: episode 32 available now
New evo podcast: episode 32 available now
Watch and listen to the evo podcast for insights, commentary and untold stories about the world of performance cars from the team behind the magazine
The origins of the Lotus Elise with the men that made it happen
The origins of the Lotus Elise with the men that made it happen
Dickie Meaden gathers together Richard Rackham, Julian Thomson and Matt Becker to discuss the genesis of one of the most important sports cars of the …
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
evo Car of the Year 2024: Video, contenders and podcast
evo Car of the Year 2024: Video, contenders and podcast
Nine of the best performance cars of last year gather together for the year's biggest test: evo Car of Year 2024.
Dead on Arrival
Dead on arrival: 44 cars that failed before they launched
Dead on arrival: 44 cars that failed before they launched
Sometimes cars make it all the way to production possibility before being snuffed out at the last minute. Here are 44 of the most memorable
TVR Cerbera Speed 12 – dead on arrival
TVR Cerbera Speed 12 – dead on arrival
The ultimate 'dead on arrival' supercar is the Cerbera Speed 12, a car even TVR was too afraid to put in public hands
Jaguar C-X75 – dead on arrival
Jaguar C-X75 – dead on arrival
It's unimaginable now but here was a Jaguar concept that absolutely everyone loved... and mourned when it didn't make production
Volkswagen EA 128 – dead on arrival
Volkswagen EA 128 – dead on arrival
It was a four-door with a Porsche flat-six at the rear – which was exactly what ’60s America didn’t want
Trackdays
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 cheap track cars – affordable performance cars for your track day fix
Best cheap track cars – affordable performance cars for your track day fix
We pick the most affordable routes to big circuit driving fun with our best cheap track day cars
evo Trackdays 2025: dates, tickets and booking details
evo Trackdays 2025: dates, tickets and booking details
evo's 2025 Trackdays are underway, book your place today and you could win exclusive evo Jordan Bespoke luggage
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