Ariel Atom 4R v Ariel Nomad 2 – is grip more fun than slip?
Ariel Atom 4R v Ariel Nomad 2 – is grip more fun than slip?
The Atom and Nomad are two opposing answers to the track car question. We know the Atom's faster, but which is more fun?
Porsche 911 GT3 (992.2) review – is this the best 911 GT3 ever?
Porsche 911 GT3 (992.2) review – is this the best 911 GT3 ever?
A new look, cleaner engine and S/T-inspired chassis upgrades are key changes for the latest 911 GT3. Has the formula been perfected?
From mechanic to racer and Formula 1 commentator: Ben Edwards' story
From mechanic to racer and Formula 1 commentator: Ben Edwards' story
He’s called the action as it happens on every motorsport imaginable – from F1 to powerboats – but the consummate commentator gets as much fulfilment f…
Audi RS3 review – Audi's final five-pot hot hatch is one of the best
Audi RS3 review – Audi's final five-pot hot hatch is one of the best
The RS3 has one of the most spectacular engines you'll find in a hot hatch, and the rest is just as good. Is that enough to warrant a £60k+ asking pri…
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio review – a uniquely thrilling performance SUV
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio review – a uniquely thrilling performance SUV
The Stelvio Quadrifoglio isn’t the most polished or sophisticated fast SUV, but in 2026 it remains one of the most exciting
Morgan Supersport review – the retro sports car we’d strongly consider over a Porsche 911
Morgan Supersport review – the retro sports car we’d strongly consider over a Porsche 911
Morgan’s new flagship is its most versatile car yet. But does modernising mean losing the magic?
Forget the gloom, Car of the Year proved we're in a performance car golden era
Forget the gloom, Car of the Year proved we're in a performance car golden era
Fewer manuals and higher weights than ever. But 2025's best performance cars were still thrilling
Andreas Preuninger on 25 years of perfecting the Porsche 911 GT3
Andreas Preuninger on 25 years of perfecting the Porsche 911 GT3
The Porsche 911 GT3 went from near-anonymous homologation special to the world’s most coveted sports car. Here’s how
Evolution of the Porsche 911 GT3: original battles latest after 25 years
Evolution of the Porsche 911 GT3: original battles latest after 25 years
Porsche’s 911 GT3 has set the benchmark for finely focused, road- and track-going sports coupes for 25 years, we plot its evolution by comparing an or…
Best performance cars 2025 – the year’s finest driver’s picks
Best performance cars 2025 – the year’s finest driver’s picks
The last 12 months have been chock full of incredible driver’s cars from all corners of the market. We list them all
Aston Martin Vantage safety car driven – the road car F1 cars can't overtake
Aston Martin Vantage safety car driven – the road car F1 cars can't overtake
One of the most filmed road cars in the world is the F1 safety car, James Taylor drives the Aston Martin Vantage that currently leaded the F1 grid
BMW M135 xDrive review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
BMW M135 xDrive review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
The M135 has lost an ‘i’ and gained chassis revisions and a restyle. Is it enough to make it a benchmark hot hatch?
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
BAC is taking the Mono racing with the new Mono Cup car – and a road version will follow. We test the Cup at the Red Bull Ring
Caterham Seven evo25 Fast Fleet test – living with a track car for the road 
Caterham Seven evo25 Fast Fleet test – living with a track car for the road
Our Seven has been spreading sports car joy to anyone and everyone within its orbit
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 …
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (992.1) Fast Fleet test – living with the 194mph coupe
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (992.1) Fast Fleet test – living with the 194mph coupe
There’s lots to like inside the GTS, but also room for improvement
Audi’s first Formula 1 design officially revealed
Audi’s first Formula 1 design officially revealed
Audi has revealed the livery for its 2026 Formula 1 contender which is set to make its public debut in January next year
This ‘new’ Ford Escort RS revs to 10,000rpm. Here’s how it sounds
This ‘new’ Ford Escort RS revs to 10,000rpm. Here’s how it sounds
Boreham Motorworks’ ‘continumod’ RS is a 1960s Mk1 Escort engineered and manufactured to 21st century standards, and development of its new engine is …
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 Fast Fleet test – living with the flat-six drop-top
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 Fast Fleet test – living with the flat-six drop-top
Sports car, practical daily driver and poor weather warrior – our Boxster wears its many hats with aplomb
Alpine A110 review – the sports car Lotus should be building
Alpine A110 review – the sports car Lotus should be building
The Alpine A110 goes off sale next year, and with its replacement being electric – and potentially offered as a hybrid – it’ll go out as the last of i…
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review – the first hybrid 911 is one of the best
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review – the first hybrid 911 is one of the best
A new hybrid engine and chassis upgrades have injected personality and huge capability into the 992.2 GTS – it’s one of our favourite modern 911s
Is there hope for the future of the performance car?
Is there hope for the future of the performance car?
After reflecting on our evo Eras tests looking at performance cars of the past, our minds turn to wonder about what's to come
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review – proof that electric cars can be fun, not just fast
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review – proof that electric cars can be fun, not just fast
Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 N is a fascinating take on the electric performance car, with some of the most complex electronics you’ll find on a series-productio…
BMW M5 review – it’s more powerful but is the extra weight a problem?
BMW M5 review – it’s more powerful but is the extra weight a problem?
So much has been written about BMW’s new plug-in hybrid M5, but now it’s time for the talk to stop. Does it feel like a true M car?
Alpine A290 review - the electric hot hatch that’s entertaining?
Alpine A290 review - the electric hot hatch that’s entertaining?
Renault has stolen a march on its rivals with the R5, so does its Alpine relative go one further and set the electric hot hatch benchmark?
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Fast Fleet test – living with a 191mph four-door
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Fast Fleet test – living with a 191mph four-door
Alfa Romeo’s facelifted Giulia Quadrifoglio supersaloon joins the Fast Fleet, sideways
Mercedes-AMG E53 review – splitting the difference between BMW’s 550e and M5
Mercedes-AMG E53 review – splitting the difference between BMW’s 550e and M5
With no V8 flagship, this six-cylinder hybrid feels like an interim leader, even if it has its own merits
Ferrari 12 Cilindri review – has the Aston Martin Vanquish rival gone too soft?
Ferrari 12 Cilindri review – has the Aston Martin Vanquish rival gone too soft?
Ferrari describes its 819bhp, V12-powered 12 Cilindri as the most complete GT it’s ever made. We've put it to the test on the road in the UK
Caterham Horse prototype review – new turbo engine keeps the Seven alive
Caterham Horse prototype review – new turbo engine keeps the Seven alive
Caterham needs a replacement for Ford’s out-of-production Sigma engine. Its solution is a 1.3 turbo from Horse. We drive it
Used McLaren 650S (2014 - 2017) review – a 207mph supercar for Audi RS3 money
Used McLaren 650S (2014 - 2017) review – a 207mph supercar for Audi RS3 money
Stunning composure, character and pace make the McLaren 650S an outstanding supercar offering. Here's how to buy one today
Used Renault Mégane RS (Mk3, 2009 – 2016) review – the beloved French Golf GTI rival
Used Renault Mégane RS (Mk3, 2009 – 2016) review – the beloved French Golf GTI rival
The Renault Megane RS gets the power and torque of the limited-edition Trophy plus a range of spec upgrades, plus an F1-inspired Red Bull special edit…
Used Ford Fiesta ST200 (2016 - 2017) – a hot hatch great for under £9000
Used Ford Fiesta ST200 (2016 - 2017) – a hot hatch great for under £9000
The limited-run Ford Fiesta ST200 is one of our favourite superminis in its very best form. It's also now an affordable used hero
Nissan GT-R (R35, 2009 - 2025) review – the Porsche 911 Turbo’s greatest rival
Nissan GT-R (R35, 2009 - 2025) review – the Porsche 911 Turbo’s greatest rival
The R35 Nissan GT-R purveys a legendary status like few others. Bespoke, highly strung and intense, the R35 will live on as a high point in Japanese a…
McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014) – Ferrari 458 performance for used Porsche 911 money
McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014) – Ferrari 458 performance for used Porsche 911 money
McLaren's MP4-12C was the company's first step to taking on Ferrari, and what it lacked in emotional connection it made up for with searing performanc…