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Sam plays a crucial role in the content you read on the evo website. Writing news and features, publishing contributions from the wider team and overseeing the output of evo’s social media channels, he’s the engine room of evo digital operation.

BMW Skytop spotted on the road for the first time – £400,000 special nears production
BMW Skytop
News

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
Assetto Corsa Evo
News

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 – new and used stars for basic affordable fun motoring
Best small cars
Best cars

Best small cars – 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
Ford Mustang (S550) front
In-depth reviews

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
News

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
Opinion

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
JCR’s Porsche 911 S/T turns the eCoty-winner to 11
JCR Porsche 911 ST
News

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?
Hyundai Insteroid – front
News

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
Used Audi RS6 Avant (C7, 2013 - 2019) review, specs and buying guide – family-friendly supercar slayer from £20k
Audi RS6 – front
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
Porsche 718 Boxster review – the benchmark convertible sports car
Porsche 718 Boxster
In-depth reviews

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
In-depth reviews

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
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Porsche 718 Boxster S 2025 review – fewer cylinder, less fun
Porsche 718 Boxster S
Reviews

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
Reviews

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
Reviews

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
BMW M3 (2007 - 2013, E92) review and specs for V8 coupe
E92 BMW M3
Reviews

BMW M3 (2007 - 2013, E92) review and specs for V8 coupe

The E92 BMW M3 is a bargain with an all-time-great V8 – and much more besides
27 Feb 2025
Peugeot 308 2025 review – finally a match for the Volkswagen Golf?
Peugeot 308
Reviews

Peugeot 308 2025 review – finally a match for the Volkswagen Golf?

Stylish, content heavy and good enough to drive, the 308 delivers on its remit, but it’s a thrill-free zone
27 Feb 2025
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the BMW X3?
Alfa Romeo Stelvio – front
In-depth reviews

Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the BMW X3?

The Stelvio offers a unique dynamic flavour and plenty of style, but updates haven’t addressed its second-rate cabin
26 Feb 2025
BMW X3 M50 2025 review – 393bhp six-cylinder SUV previews the X3 M
BMW X3 M50
Reviews

BMW X3 M50 2025 review – 393bhp six-cylinder SUV previews the X3 M

The new, fourth-generation BMW X3 has arrived, with the B58-powered M50 leading the pack (for now)
20 Feb 2025
Used Mercedes-AMG C63 coupe (W205, 2015 - 2023) review: the final V8 C-class
Mercedes C63 coupe W205
Reviews

Used Mercedes-AMG C63 coupe (W205, 2015 - 2023) review: the final V8 C-class

The last V8-engined C63 coupe is as exuberant as you’d expect, but backs up the charm with steely control and fine balance
20 Feb 2025
Mazda 3 2025 review – a refreshing take on the hatchback formula
Mazda 3
Reviews

Mazda 3 2025 review – a refreshing take on the hatchback formula

Mazda’s innovation has never been more apparent – the Mazda 3 is flawed but brilliant, and the type of ‘normal’ car we need
18 Feb 2025
Cupra Ateca 2025 review – Spain’s answer to the Audi SQ2
Cupra Ateca
Reviews

Cupra Ateca 2025 review – Spain’s answer to the Audi SQ2

Cupra’s take on a small SUV is practical and capable in the right form, but it fails to keep up with the best in its crowded segment
18 Feb 2025
Alpina B3 GT Touring 2025 review – a 190mph alternative to the BMW M3 Touring
Alpina B3 GT Touring
Reviews

Alpina B3 GT Touring 2025 review – a 190mph alternative to the BMW M3 Touring

A swansong for Alpina’s hot 3-series lineup, the B3 GT Touring is a fine and unique alternative to the very best fast estates
16 Feb 2025
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore 2025 review – the most powerful Maserati ever
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore
Reviews

Maserati GranTurismo Folgore 2025 review – the most powerful Maserati ever

The electric GranTurismo Folgore is the most potent Maserati to date, and while it’s an impressive feat of engineering, it trades soul for power
11 Feb 2025
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Mazda CX-80 2025 review – Japan’s six-cylinder SUV eyes BMW X5
Mazda CX-80
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Mazda CX-80 2025 review – Japan’s six-cylinder SUV eyes BMW X5

The premium SUV market gains a new entrant with the mid-sized CX-80, but it doesn’t solve the downfalls of its smaller CX-60 sibling
5 Feb 2025
Here’s the Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH in its final Le Mans-ready form
Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH
News

Here’s the Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH in its final Le Mans-ready form

Two Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH racers will compete at Le Mans and all WEC rounds in 2025, and their final design has now been unveiled
5 Feb 2025
The 2025 Cupra Raval is coming – Spain's answer to the Alpine A290 spied
Cupra Raval
News

The 2025 Cupra Raval is coming – Spain's answer to the Alpine A290 spied

The Renault 5-based Alpine A290 is the hot electric supermini of the moment, but Cupra's about to launch its own take with the Raval
3 Feb 2025
The 186mph BMW M3 CS Touring is the ultimate fast estate
BMW M3 CS Touring
News

The 186mph BMW M3 CS Touring is the ultimate fast estate

The M3 Touring is one of the finest fast estates of recent times, but now BMW is turning it up with a track-honed CS variant
29 Jan 2025
Genesis GV80 2025 review – a Bentley Bentayga on a budget?
Genesis GV80
Reviews

Genesis GV80 2025 review – a Bentley Bentayga on a budget?

The GV80 delivers luxury in a practical SUV package for less than its European counterparts, but it doesn’t come without compromises
28 Jan 2025
Ford Racing Puma (1999 - 2001): review, history, prices and specs
Ford Racing Puma
Reviews

Ford Racing Puma (1999 - 2001): review, history, prices and specs

An oft-underappreciated gem with a growing following, the Ford Racing Puma was arguably the marque's greatest ever front-driver
23 Jan 2025
Maserati Levante (2016 - 2024) review – Italy's answer to the Porsche Cayenne
Maserati Levante Trofeo – front cornering
Reviews

Maserati Levante (2016 - 2024) review – Italy's answer to the Porsche Cayenne

An accomplished and appealing SUV with a breadth of capabilities, character and identity that set it apart from its rivals
21 Jan 2025
The Alpine A290 is ready to hit the road – UK pricing announced
Alpine A290
News

The Alpine A290 is ready to hit the road – UK pricing announced

Alpine's long-awaited electric hot hatch is here in its final form, and it's ready to hit UK roads
21 Jan 2025
Ford GT (2004 - 2006) review: Ford's supercar Ferrari beater
Ford GT evo 25
Reviews

Ford GT (2004 - 2006) review: Ford's supercar Ferrari beater

The Blue Oval’s second supercar was nothing short of remarkable, with few supercars allowing such easy access to their performance as the original For…
17 Jan 2025
Maserati Quattroporte V (2003 - 2012): review, specs and buying guide
Maserati Quattroporte V
Reviews

Maserati Quattroporte V (2003 - 2012): review, specs and buying guide

The fifth-generation Quattroporte brought new levels of refinement and performance to Italy’s luxury saloon, helping it rival the very best in the seg…
15 Jan 2025