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Mazda RX-8 (2003-2010): review, specs and buying guide
Mazda RX-8 – front
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Mazda RX-8 (2003-2010): review, specs and buying guide

With a free-spinning 9000rpm rotary engine and genuine sports car poise, the Mazda RX-8 is a second-hand bargain – with one or two significant caveats…
23 Oct 2023
Spartan (supercharged) 2023 review – hypercar pace for £162,000
Spartan (supercharged)
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Spartan (supercharged) 2023 review – hypercar pace for £162,000

With Can-Am looks, a 460bhp supercharged Honda engine, just 700kg to propel and no driver aids whatsoever, the Spartan is the thrill of driving in its…
21 Oct 2023
Pininfarina Battista 2023 review – world's quickest production car driven
Pininfarina Battista
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Pininfarina Battista 2023 review – world's quickest production car driven

You’d expect gorgeous lines from Pininfarina; you might not expect 1874bhp and acceleration to make you nauseous. We drive the dizzying Pininfarina Ba…
20 Oct 2023
BMW Z4 M40i review – 2024 roadster is still no Porsche beater
BMW Z4 M40i
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BMW Z4 M40i review – 2024 roadster is still no Porsche beater

BMW’s gently facelifted roadster offers surprising practicality and comfort in straight-six guise, but lacks dynamic edge
19 Oct 2023
New Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance – power over substance
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance review
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New Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance – power over substance

With Formula 1 technology, a clever hybrid system and a more efficient engine the new Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance should be a step in the righ…
18 Oct 2023

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Ford Puma ST Powershift 2023 review – still a true ST?
Ford Puma ST Powershift review
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Ford Puma ST Powershift 2023 review – still a true ST?

Hybrid Puma ST boasts the same engaging chassis as its pure-combustion counterpart, but its complex powertrain leaves something to be desired
16 Oct 2023
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT 2023 review – it’s fast, but is it fun?
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
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Ford Mustang Mach-E GT 2023 review – it’s fast, but is it fun?

Ford’s first performance EV is a credible achievement, but it remains hamstrung by familiar EV shortcomings
16 Oct 2023
BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R: ultimate track test
BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R track
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BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R: ultimate track test

They’ve squared up on the road; now A110 R, GT4 and M2 head to Anglesey for timed laps. Place your bets
14 Oct 2023
Jaguar I-Pace 2023 review
Jaguar I-Pace – cornering
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Jaguar I-Pace 2023 review

The I-Pace has been on sale for five years, and new rivals are homing in – does Jag’s EV trailblazer still cut it in 2023?
13 Oct 2023
BMW i4 M50 2023 review – a glimpse into the future of M cars
BMW i4 M50 – front tracking
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BMW i4 M50 2023 review – a glimpse into the future of M cars

Lots of BMW M’s magic has found its way into a convincing package that’s let down by the usual EV compromises
12 Oct 2023
Volkswagen Up GTI (2017-2023) review
VW Up GTI - Front
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Volkswagen Up GTI (2017-2023) review

The Up GTI was a pint-sized evo favourite until it was taken off sale in early 2023
12 Oct 2023
Honda Civic Type R (FK8): review, specs and buying guide
Honda Civic Type R GT MY21 – front
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Honda Civic Type R (FK8): review, specs and buying guide

The FK8 Honda Civic Type R is one of the greatest hot hatches of recent times, and a sure-fire future icon
11 Oct 2023
Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance 2023 review
C63 E Performance main
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Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance 2023 review

Affalterbach’s new-generation C63 offers class-leading numbers, but they fail to translate to an engaging driving experience
10 Oct 2023
Kamm 912c 2023 review – the £274,000 four-cylinder Porsche 911
Kamm 912c
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Kamm 912c 2023 review – the £274,000 four-cylinder Porsche 911

The flat-four Porsche 912 was once seen as the 911’s poor relation. Budapest-based firm Kamm aims to unlock its ultimate potential
10 Oct 2023
Mercedes-AMG A45 S 2023 review 
2023 Mercedes-AMG A45 S 
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Mercedes-AMG A45 S 2023 review 

Big hitting AMG A45 S hyper-hatch gets the mildest of facelifts but still packs a heavyweight punch 
9 Oct 2023
BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R: Are these 2023's best sports cars?
BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R road
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BMW M2 v Porsche Cayman GT4 v Alpine A110 R: Are these 2023's best sports cars?

Alpine’s new A110 R and BMW’s latest M2 arrive at the crease ready to face their toughest opponent: Porsche’s Cayman GT4
7 Oct 2023
Alfa Romeo Stelvio review
Alfa Romeo Stelvio – front
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio review

The new Stelvio offers a unique dynamic flavour and bags of style, but the facelift hasn't addressed its second-rate cabin
5 Oct 2023
MG Cyberster 2023 review – is it a true sports car?
MG Cyberster
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MG Cyberster 2023 review – is it a true sports car?

MG’s all-electric roadster comes to the UK next year. Mark Rainford drives an early example in China
4 Oct 2023
Lamborghini Revuelto 2023 review – a worthy successor to the Aventador?
Lamborghini Revuelto
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Lamborghini Revuelto 2023 review – a worthy successor to the Aventador?

Chock full of complex, cutting-edge tech, the Revuelto is more refined and capable than its predecessor, and it retains those all-important V12 Lambor…
4 Oct 2023
BMW i5 eDrive40 2023 review – an emphatic answer to the Mercedes EQE
BMW i5 – front
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BMW i5 eDrive40 2023 review – an emphatic answer to the Mercedes EQE

BMW’s electric 5 Series demonstrates that EVs don’t have to reinvent the wheel for the sake of being different.
1 Oct 2023
BMW 7-series 2023 review – the world's most advanced luxury car?
BMW M760e – front
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BMW 7-series 2023 review – the world's most advanced luxury car?

The BMW M760e is a marvel of high-tech luxury, but the 750e offers all the best bits for a lot less money
30 Sep 2023
Jaguar XE P300 Sport v Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce
Jaguar XE v Alfa Romeo Giulia
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Jaguar XE P300 Sport v Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce

With Audi, BMW and Mercedes losing their lustre in the compact sports saloon market, Alfa and Jaguar are vying for top honours. We pit Giulia Veloce a…
29 Sep 2023
Ginetta G56 GTA review – a fabulous portal into the world of motorsport
Ginetta G56 GTA – front
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Ginetta G56 GTA review – a fabulous portal into the world of motorsport

Ginetta’s V6 race car is aimed at both newbies and experienced drivers: evo takes to the track to experience life in the Ginetta Academy first-hand
28 Sep 2023
Lotus Emira i4 2023 review – the final combustion-engined Lotus
Lotus Emira – front
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Lotus Emira i4 2023 review – the final combustion-engined Lotus

The AMG-engined Emira i4 is the last new internal combustion engined Lotus sports car, and it's one of the best
28 Sep 2023
Ferrari Roma Spider 2023 review – can it capture the coupe's brilliance?
Ferrari Roma Spider
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Ferrari Roma Spider 2023 review – can it capture the coupe's brilliance?

Forget the California. With this new open-top version of the Roma, Ferrari at last has an entry-level convertible it can be proud of
26 Sep 2023
​Volkswagen ID.3 2023 review
Volkswagen ID.3 – front
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​Volkswagen ID.3 2023 review

The ID.3 has been updated to address some of its key weak points but better-value rivals have caught up
26 Sep 2023
Porsche 911 S/T 2023 review – the 992 in its purest, most involving form
Porsche 911 S/T
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Porsche 911 S/T 2023 review – the 992 in its purest, most involving form

Designed as the most engaging 911 for road use, the Porsche 911 S/T is thoroughly intense, and the sort of car one might imagine couldn’t exist in 202…
25 Sep 2023
Abarth 500e 2023 review
Abarth 500e
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Abarth 500e 2023 review

There’s already an electric version of the Fiat 500; now here’s the go-faster model, with the scorpion badge, a very useful 152bhp, and a rather lofty…
24 Sep 2023
Cooper Car Company 75 2023 review – £110,000 Mini Cooper S driven
Cooper Car Company 75 2023 review
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Cooper Car Company 75 2023 review – £110,000 Mini Cooper S driven

The limited-edition Cooper S ‘75’ combines the best of old and new in the ultimate road and track day Mini package
22 Sep 2023
Tesla Model S Plaid 2023 review
Tesla Model S Plaid
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Tesla Model S Plaid 2023 review

A comprehensive facelift has brought Tesla’s pioneering EV up to date, and we’ve driven it in 1006bhp Plaid spec
22 Sep 2023
Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo 2023 review
Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo – front cornering
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Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo 2023 review

MC20 engine, an accomplished chassis and stunning looks make the new GranTurismo a highly desirable grand tourer
20 Sep 2023
Aston Martin DB12 2023 review: a strong first step into a new era
Aston Martin DB12 – drift
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Aston Martin DB12 2023 review: a strong first step into a new era

The DB12 marks the beginning of a new chapter for Aston Martin, delivering a more focused, luxurious take on the long-distance GT
19 Sep 2023
Cupra Born 2023 review
Cupra Born UK – front cornering
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Cupra Born 2023 review

The Cupra Born is a well-executed electric car – if you put aside any pretence that it’s a genuine hot hatch
18 Sep 2023
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X (2008-2016) review: does it live up to the legend?
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X (2008-2016) review: does it live up to the legend?

The last of the Lancer Evolution line, the mighty Evo X pushed the limits of the platform's performance
15 Sep 2023