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Matthew Hayward
Matthew’s day-to-day responsibilities are focused on evo.co.uk, writing news, updating reviews and keeping the social media channels up to date. With a keen eye on the used performance car market, he also contributes to evo’s auction coverage and analysis, thoughtfully tempting the office with potential performance car bargains on a daily basis. Despite a slight fascination with old French hot hatches, Matthew actually runs a 1994 Toyota Celica GT-Four on the evo Fast Fleet, which keeps him busy at the weekends. Other regular responsibilities include contributing to product reviews and evo’s simulations and gaming page.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage updated: Aston Martin V8 Vantage updated
Aston Martin Vantage updated
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage updated: Aston Martin V8 Vantage updated

The V8 Vantage has received a big refresh, with an improved dynamic package, more power and a new 'Sportshift II' gearbox
20 Feb 2012
Mazda MX-5 Venture edition: Mazda MX-5 Venture edition
Mazda MX-5 Venture edition
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Mazda MX-5 Venture edition: Mazda MX-5 Venture edition

More details on the new MX-5 Venture edition, including leather seats and sat-nav as standard
17 Feb 2012
Jaguar launches 'Artisan' special edition XK: Jaguar launches 'Artisan' special edition XK
Jaguar launches 'Artisan' special edition XK
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Jaguar launches 'Artisan' special edition XK: Jaguar launches 'Artisan' special edition XK

Available in two unique colours, new 20-inch wheels and leather interior options, Jaguar has gone all-out with with this luxurious special edition
17 Feb 2012
V12 Zagato shown in Kuwait: V12 Zagato shown in Kuwait
V12 Zagato shown in Kuwait
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V12 Zagato shown in Kuwait: V12 Zagato shown in Kuwait

The production version of the Aston Martin V12 Zagato has been unveiled at in Kuwait. Full gallery here
16 Feb 2012
Toyota iQ gets Creative FX treatment: Toyota iQ gets Creative FX treatment
Toyota iQ gets Creative FX treatment
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Toyota iQ gets Creative FX treatment: Toyota iQ gets Creative FX treatment

Creative FX, specialists in vinyl wrapping, are offering a range of unique decals for the Toyota iQ
15 Feb 2012
BRZ and Impreza at Geneva: BRZ and Impreza at Geneva
Subaru at Geneva
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BRZ and Impreza at Geneva: BRZ and Impreza at Geneva

Subaru will be showing the BRZ and all-new five-door Impreza at Geneva, as well as celebrating 40 years of its all-wheel system
14 Feb 2012
Mazda Takeri concept: Mazda Takeri concept
Mazda Takeri concept
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Mazda Takeri concept: Mazda Takeri concept

This new sporting saloon could be Mazda's next 6, and it's being unveiled at the Geneva motor show
14 Feb 2012
Video: Solberg Extreme Motorshow: Video: Solberg Extreme Motorshow
Video: Petter Solberg Extreme Motorshow
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Video: Solberg Extreme Motorshow: Video: Solberg Extreme Motorshow

Prepare yourself for some adrenaline-fuelled extreme motorsport action, it's the Solberg Extreme Motorshow
13 Feb 2012
Video: New Bentley V8: Video: New Bentley V8
Video: New Bentley V8
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Video: New Bentley V8: Video: New Bentley V8

The new Bentley V8 makes a dramatic debut in the skies above Munich
13 Feb 2012
The Supercar Event: The Supercar Event
Supercar event
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The Supercar Event: The Supercar Event

A unique opportunity to experience some of the world's greatest supercars, all in aid of charity
13 Feb 2012
Tesla Model X unveiled: Tesla Model X unveiled
Tesla Model X unveiled
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Tesla Model X unveiled: Tesla Model X unveiled

Teslas latest all-electric answer to practical family transport. Features 'Falcon doors' and will do 0-60mph in less than five seconds...
10 Feb 2012
Silver Arrows to race at Goodwood: Silver Arrows to race at Goodwood
Silver Arrows to race at Goodwood
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Silver Arrows to race at Goodwood: Silver Arrows to race at Goodwood

The biggest gathering of Silver Arrow Grand Prix cars ever seen, will race at this year's Goodwood Revival
9 Feb 2012
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Video: Nurburgring in the snow: Video: Nurburgring in the snow
Video: Nurburgring in the snow
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Video: Nurburgring in the snow: Video: Nurburgring in the snow

Think the Nurburgring is difficult in the wet? Try it in the snow. In a single-seater Formula race car
8 Feb 2012
Low-spec GT 86 available in Japan: Low-spec GT 86 available in Japan
Low-spec GT 86 available in Japan
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Low-spec GT 86 available in Japan: Low-spec GT 86 available in Japan

Details of a cheaper GT 86, available only in Japan, have surfaced online. Steel wheels and unpainted trim reduces the cost to just £16,200
8 Feb 2012
Vauxhall to unveil Astra VXR at Geneva: Vauxhall to unveil Astra VXR at Geneva
Vauxhall to unveil Astra VXR at Geneva
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Vauxhall to unveil Astra VXR at Geneva: Vauxhall to unveil Astra VXR at Geneva

The most powerful Astra yet will be launched at the Geneva motor show, as well as new Mokka SUV and new RAD e concept
8 Feb 2012
Speed at Sandown Park: Speed at Sandown Park
Speed at Sandown Park
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Speed at Sandown Park: Speed at Sandown Park

This new attraction is set to bring together the next generation of Land Speed Record breakers at the Sandown Park annual toy fair
8 Feb 2012
New Mini Highgate launched: New Mini Highgate launched
New Mini Highgate launched
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New Mini Highgate launched: New Mini Highgate launched

The third in a line of London-themed special editions, Mini has released the details and prices for its latest Highgate Convertible
3 Feb 2012
Fiat to unveil 500L at Geneva: Fiat to unveil 500L at Geneva
Fiat to unveil 500L at Geneva
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Fiat to unveil 500L at Geneva: Fiat to unveil 500L at Geneva

New images and details on Fiat's latest 500 variant, to be unveiled at the Geneva motor show
2 Feb 2012
HPE tuned McLaren MP4-12C: HPE tuned McLaren MP4-12C
HPE tunes the McLaren MP4-12C
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HPE tuned McLaren MP4-12C: HPE tuned McLaren MP4-12C

US tuning firm Hennessey Performance has worked its magic on the MP4-12C, with a host of performance upgrades
1 Feb 2012
Suzuki previews new concept ahead of Geneva reveal: Suzuki previews new concept ahead of Geneva reveal
Suzuki previews new concept ahead of Geneva reveal
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Suzuki previews new concept ahead of Geneva reveal: Suzuki previews new concept ahead of Geneva reveal

The G70 concept will preview all-new lightweight technology for Suzuki's next generation of cars
1 Feb 2012
340bhp BMW Hybrid 5-Series launched: 340bhp BMW Hybrid 5-Series launched
340bhp BMW ActiveHybrid5 launched
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340bhp BMW Hybrid 5-Series launched: 340bhp BMW Hybrid 5-Series launched

Details of the new ActiveHybrid5 - capable of 0-60mph in 5.9 seconds.
30 Jan 2012
BMW Z-cars to be celebrated at Silverstone Classic: BMW Z-cars to be celebrated at Silverstone Classic
BMW Z-cars to be celebrated at Silverstone Classic
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BMW Z-cars to be celebrated at Silverstone Classic: BMW Z-cars to be celebrated at Silverstone Classic

An event for owners of BMW Z-cars will be held at this year's huge Silverstone Classic festival
26 Jan 2012
BMW M diesels coming to the UK: BMW M diesels coming to the UK
BMW M diesels coming to the UK
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BMW M diesels coming to the UK: BMW M diesels coming to the UK

New high-performance X5 and X6 models coming to the UK
26 Jan 2012
Video: Infiniti M35h 'world's fastest hybrid': Video: Infiniti M35h 'world's fastest hybrid'
Video: Infiniti M35h 'world's fastest hybrid'
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Video: Infiniti M35h 'world's fastest hybrid': Video: Infiniti M35h 'world's fastest hybrid'

Infiniti has been flaunting its recently achieved 'World's fastest full hybrid' record in this latest video
25 Jan 2012
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Toyota returns to Le Mans: Toyota returns to Le Mans
Toyota makes a return to Le Mans
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Toyota returns to Le Mans: Toyota returns to Le Mans

With recent regulation changes allowing Hybrids, Toyota will be entering the Le Mans 24-hour race with its new TS030 racer
25 Jan 2012
NISMO Nissan GT-R GT3 racing car revealed: NISMO Nissan GT-R GT3 racing car revealed
NISMO Nissan GT-R GT3 racing car revealed
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NISMO Nissan GT-R GT3 racing car revealed: NISMO Nissan GT-R GT3 racing car revealed

Fully FIA-compliant GT-R GT3 track car goes on sale
24 Jan 2012
Video: Porsche evolution through the years: Video: Porsche evolution through the years
Video: Porsche evolution through the years
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Video: Porsche evolution through the years: Video: Porsche evolution through the years

This new video from Porsche looks at the evolution of the company, and the 'identity' of the new 911
24 Jan 2012
Volkswagen reveals five-door Up
Volkswagen reveals five-door Up
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Volkswagen reveals five-door Up

Pictures of the new five-door Up have been released, along with details on pricing and equipment.
23 Jan 2012
GM back on top
GM back on top
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GM back on top

Posting some impressive international sales figures, General Motors once again becomes the worlds largest car company
20 Jan 2012
Morgan returns to Le Mans
Morgan makes a return to Le Mans
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Morgan returns to Le Mans

Partnering with French racing specialist OAK Racing, Morgan makes a surprise return to endurance racing
20 Jan 2012
Porsche celebrates 100,000th Cayenne
Porsche celebrates 100,000th Cayenne
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Porsche celebrates 100,000th Cayenne

Porsche's Leipzig plant has been running for over ten years now, churning out over 100,000 Cayennes in the process
20 Jan 2012
Peugeot pulls out of endurance racing
Peugeot pulls out of endurance racing
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Peugeot pulls out of endurance racing

Peugeot's decision to concentrate on its 'sales performance' in 2012 means there will be no Le Mans racing this year
19 Jan 2012
Historic Saab collection for sale
Historic Saab collection for sale
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Historic Saab collection for sale

As the administrators try to clear some of Saab's debt, the historic collection is to be split up and sold
18 Jan 2012
SpeedART tuned 911 coming to Geneva
SpeedART tuned 911 coming to Geneva
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SpeedART tuned 911 coming to Geneva

One of the first tuning companies to get its hands on the 991, SpeedART will be introducing its upgrades at the Geneva motor show
17 Jan 2012