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The Spirit Racing 12R is the ultimate Mazda MX-5, but we can’t have it
Mazda Spirit Racing Roadster 12R MX5
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The Spirit Racing 12R is the ultimate Mazda MX-5, but we can’t have it

Mazda has launched the Spirit Racing Roadster 12R, improving on the MX-5’s tried-and-tested formula with track-inspired upgrades
10 Jan 2025
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition is a road-legal drifter’s special
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition is a road-legal drifter’s special

The Ioniq 5 N has already proven itself to be one of the most capable EVs on the market, and the new DK Edition takes things up a notch further
10 Jan 2025
BMW 1M Coupe (2011 - 2012) review: the skunkworks M car
BMW 1M Coupe
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BMW 1M Coupe (2011 - 2012) review: the skunkworks M car

The BMW 1M Coupe is the compact gem that ushered in M’s turbocharged era
9 Jan 2025
The McLaren 620R LM25 is an F1 GTR-inspired special
Lanzante LM 25 Edition 620R
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The McLaren 620R LM25 is an F1 GTR-inspired special

A total of seven McLarens have received F1 GTR-inspired touches to celebrate 25 years since its 1995 Le Mans win, and this 620R is the final example
7 Jan 2025
Lamborghini Temerario priced from £260,035
Lamborghini Temerario
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Lamborghini Temerario priced from £260,035

On sale in 2025, the Temerario will start from £260k, rising to over £290k with the Alleggerita package
24 Dec 2024
Dream drives in the Caterham Seven: no passport required
evo Caterham Seven
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Dream drives in the Caterham Seven: no passport required

You don’t have to go far for a great drive. Sometimes they’re waiting right on your doorstep. Though it helps if you’ve a Caterham Seven at your dispo…
21 Dec 2024
BMW 1-series review – Munich’s Audi A3 rival gains focus
F70 BMW 1-series
In-depth reviews

BMW 1-series review – Munich’s Audi A3 rival gains focus

New styling, interior tech and powertrain options all come as part of the new F70 1-series package, making it a worthy alternative to its closest Germ…
18 Dec 2024
Volkswagen ID.7 review – Wolfsburg’s answer to the BMW i5
Volkswagen ID7
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen ID.7 review – Wolfsburg’s answer to the BMW i5

The all-electric ID.7 saloon is Volkswagen’s largest EV yet, and it has some tough competition
18 Dec 2024
​Polestar 5 gunning for Porsche Taycan as 871bhp flagship
Polestar 5
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​Polestar 5 gunning for Porsche Taycan as 871bhp flagship

Still think Polestar’s just a Volvo offshoot? The 871bhp Polestar 5 will probably change that. Here's our first glimpse
13 Dec 2024
The 577bhp Mercedes-AMG Purespeed is Affalterbach’s answer to the McLaren Elva
Mercedes-AMG Purespeed
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The 577bhp Mercedes-AMG Purespeed is Affalterbach’s answer to the McLaren Elva

The PureSpeed speedster is the first in Mercedes-AMG’s mythos series of ultra-exclusive specials, featuring a V8 powertrain and an AMG One-inspired de…
11 Dec 2024
Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (W211, 2003 - 2006): review, specs and buying guide
W211 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
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Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (W211, 2003 - 2006): review, specs and buying guide

The W211-generation Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG is a supercharged saloon with a reputation for reliability, and it won't break the bank
10 Dec 2024
Bernie Ecclestone's unseen £500m Formula 1 collection is going up for sale
Bernie Ecclestone collection
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Bernie Ecclestone's unseen £500m Formula 1 collection is going up for sale

Impressive car collections frequently come up for sale, but Bernie Ecclestone's takes things to a new level entirely
2 Dec 2024
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Ford Focus ST Edition 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the Honda Civic Type R?
Ford Focus ST Edition
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Ford Focus ST Edition 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the Honda Civic Type R?

A suite of upgrades sharpen the Ford Focus ST's already-capable formula, making it more engaging than ever
22 Nov 2024
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2010 - 2015): Germany's answer to the Ferrari 599
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2010 - 2015): Germany's answer to the Ferrari 599

The Mercedes-Benz SLS is a fully bespoke supercar that’s a slice of purest AMG
21 Nov 2024
The Aston Martin Valkyrie has broken the Silverstone lap record
Aston Martin Valkyrie
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The Aston Martin Valkyrie has broken the Silverstone lap record

As customer deliveries continue, the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar has proven its worth with a record-breaking lap around Silverstone
20 Nov 2024
Skoda Octavia vRS 2025 review – the ultimate accessible Q car?
Skoda Octavia vRS
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Skoda Octavia vRS 2025 review – the ultimate accessible Q car?

The Octavia vRS has become a mainstay in the practical performance segment, and now the fourth generation car has received an update
18 Nov 2024
The 282mph Bugatti Mistral is the world’s fastest roadster
Bugatti Mistral World Record Car
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The 282mph Bugatti Mistral is the world’s fastest roadster

A swansong for Bugatti’s W16, the Mistral has now joined the Veyron and Chiron with a record-breaking top speed of its own
14 Nov 2024
Mazda Iconic SP rotary concept set for production – the return of the RX-7?
Mazda Iconic SP
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Mazda Iconic SP rotary concept set for production – the return of the RX-7?

Mazda will turn its rotary-equipped Iconic SP concept into a production sports car in the 'not-so-distant future'
8 Nov 2024
Jaguar F-type (2013 - 2019) review – stunning looks and still able to thrill on the road
Jaguar F-type 400 Sport front three quarters tracking
In-depth reviews

Jaguar F-type (2013 - 2019) review – stunning looks and still able to thrill on the road

Fast and attractive with a real feel-good factor, the F-type is the perfect alternative to German rivals
8 Nov 2024
Morgan Plus Four receives chassis and design tweaks for 2025
Morgan Plus Four
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Morgan Plus Four receives chassis and design tweaks for 2025

The Plus Four has been given updates across the board for 2025, and it's available in the US for the first time
7 Nov 2024
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance 2025 review – an electric Golf GTI? 
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX
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Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance 2025 review – an electric Golf GTI? 

The GTX badge has been applied to the ID.3 in efforts to bring a sharper drive to Volkswagen’s smallest EV. We find out if it’s pulled it off
7 Nov 2024
Bentley Continental GT review
Bentley Continental GT – action
In-depth reviews

Bentley Continental GT review

About the most capable GT on sale at the time, with few rivals more opulent and cosseting with their own unique appeal
5 Nov 2024
The Toyota GR86 Rally is a modern-day Celica GT-Four you can’t buy
Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy Concept SEMA
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The Toyota GR86 Rally is a modern-day Celica GT-Four you can’t buy

Inspired by the Celica GT-Four and with GR Corolla underpinnings, Toyota has created the ultimate GR86 – but you can’t buy one
5 Nov 2024
The new Abarth 600e packs 276bhp for £41,975
Abarth 600e – front
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The new Abarth 600e packs 276bhp for £41,975

Developed as a tribute to Abarth’s colourful racing history, the 600e is the firm's most powerful model to date
28 Oct 2024
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Volkswagen Golf Mk8.5 2024 review – a return to form for the hatchback benchmark?
Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf
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Volkswagen Golf Mk8.5 2024 review – a return to form for the hatchback benchmark?

Lacklustre interior ergonomics gave the Mk8 Golf a lukewarm reception, but Volkswagen has focused its efforts on rectifying its downfalls with a mid-l…
24 Oct 2024
2025 Mini John Cooper Works gets design tweaks but no more power
2025 Mini JCW
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2025 Mini John Cooper Works gets design tweaks but no more power

Following the launch of the JCW Electric, Mini has revealed its updated petrol-powered John Cooper Works 
22 Oct 2024
New Ferrari F80 hypercar: £3.1m LaFerrari successor with 1184bhp V6 hybrid
Ferrari F80
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New Ferrari F80 hypercar: £3.1m LaFerrari successor with 1184bhp V6 hybrid

Inspired by motorsport and with the highest output of any road-going Ferrari, Maranello’s new F80 flagship tackles the McLaren W1 head-on. Watch the v…
19 Oct 2024
Polestar 3 2024 review – Talented BMW iX rival has its niggles
Polestar 3 front UK
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Polestar 3 2024 review – Talented BMW iX rival has its niggles

A luxurious, composed, sharp-looking and competitively priced electric SUV it may be, with good power and solid dynamics. But the quirks and glitches …
10 Oct 2024
2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE63 spied – V8 all but confirmed
Mercedes-AMG CLE63 spy – front
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2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE63 spied – V8 all but confirmed

With the reveal of the CLE63 imminent, the ‘does it doesn't it’ Mercedes-AMG V8 speculation will shortly come to an end
4 Oct 2024
The Mercedes-AMG One has broken its own Nürburgring lap record
Mercedes-AMG One 2024 lap
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The Mercedes-AMG One has broken its own Nürburgring lap record

Maro Engel has once again driven AMG’s F1-derived hypercar to a new Nürburgring record, setting a time of 6:29.09
3 Oct 2024
BMW M Performance parts for M5 saloon and M5 Touring revealed
BMW M5 Touring with M Performance parts rear
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BMW M Performance parts for M5 saloon and M5 Touring revealed

Official BMW upgrades ready to add more spice to the looks of the new G90 M5 saloon and G99 M5 Touring
12 Sep 2024
The Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance electric hot hatch costs more than a Golf R
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX
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The Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance electric hot hatch costs more than a Golf R

Volkswagen's first electric hot hatchback is finally ready to hit the road, but it doesn't come cheap
27 Aug 2024
Volkswagen ID.7 GTX 2024 review – Wolfsburg’s most powerful estate targets the BMW i5 
Volkswagen ID.7 GTX
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Volkswagen ID.7 GTX 2024 review – Wolfsburg’s most powerful estate targets the BMW i5 

The largest EV in Volkswagen’s ID range receives the GTX treatment, and while it’s hardly a driver’s car, it’s our pick of the lineup
20 Aug 2024
The 2025 Audi RS3 gets a host of improvements – and smells nicer too
2025 Audi RS3
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The 2025 Audi RS3 gets a host of improvements – and smells nicer too

Audi has revealed its mid-life update for the ‘8Y’ RS3, enhancing its design, dynamics and interior tech
19 Aug 2024