Best V8 cars ever – from TVR’s burbling Rover V8 to the howling heart of Porsche’s 918
Best V8 cars ever – from TVR’s burbling Rover V8 to the howling heart of Porsche’s 918
The V8 could be the most versatile performance car engine configuration, powering everything from Ferrari supercars to Ford pickups. These are our fav…
Porsche 718 Boxster review – the benchmark convertible sports car
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
Lexus LC500 (2017-2024) review – when Japan built its own Aston Martin
Lexus LC500 (2017-2024) review – when Japan built its own Aston Martin
Charismatic, distinctive and above all great to drive – the LC500 was a triumph that showed up more flashy and expensive GTs
Audi RS4 (B9, 2018 - 2024) review – target number one for the BMW M3 Touring
Audi RS4 (B9, 2018 - 2024) review – target number one for the BMW M3 Touring
The B9 RS4 will be the last RS4 for now, as well as the last Audi of its type to utilise a combustion engine alone
Volkswagen Golf GTI 2025 review – the quintessential hot hatch improved but not perfected
Volkswagen Golf GTI 2025 review – the quintessential hot hatch improved but not perfected
The eighth VW Golf GTI is fast, capable and easy to live with, now with improved if not perfected HMI and driving dynamics
Audi SQ5 Sportback (2021-2024) review – does diesel power work in a performance SUV?
Audi SQ5 Sportback (2021-2024) review – does diesel power work in a performance SUV?
Broadly competent, the second-generation SQ5 is a polished but ultimately perplexing proposition
Mazda 3 2025 review – a refreshing take on the hatchback formula
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
Cupra Ateca 2025 review – Spain’s answer to the Audi SQ2
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
Audi RSQ3 Sportback (2019 - 2023) review
Audi RSQ3 Sportback (2019 - 2023) review
Contrary to expectations, the Audi RSQ3 Sportback hit back against its flaws with a charismatic demeanor unusual in the class
BMW iX 2025 review – schooling the Tesla Model X on innovation
BMW iX 2025 review – schooling the Tesla Model X on innovation
Munich's flagship electric SUV is a quantum leap in automotive engineering, if you’re happy with it taking the form of a 2500kg SUV
Ford Fiesta ST (Mk8, 2017 - 2023) review and buying guide – a hot hatch that left on a high
Ford Fiesta ST (Mk8, 2017 - 2023) review and buying guide – a hot hatch that left on a high
Ford’s inimitably popular hot hatch arguably died before its time, but it went out on top-tier form
Peugeot 208 2025 review – a fine alternative to the Ford Fiesta
Peugeot 208 2025 review – a fine alternative to the Ford Fiesta
Today's Peugeot supermini is a very different beast to those that came before; it’s clever, stylish and hides a sweet chassis that’s clawing to get ou…
Ford Puma ST (2020 - 2024) review – an icon rebooted
Ford Puma ST (2020 - 2024) review – an icon rebooted
A slightly more grown up and practical take on the excellent Fiesta ST that we can’t help but wish was less crossover and more coupe
Hybrid car technology explained – mild-hybrid, 'self-charging' and PHEV
Hybrid car technology explained – mild-hybrid, 'self-charging' and PHEV
Today's hybrid cars fall under three main categories – mild-hybrid, 'self-charging' and plug-in hybrid. We explain the technology behind each
Jaguar F-Type (2020 - 2024) facelift review
Jaguar F-Type (2020 - 2024) facelift review
The updated Jaguar F-Type appeals on style and image, but there’s no escaping its age against razor-sharp rivals
Mini Cooper S (F56, 2014 - 2024) review – the last manual Mini
Mini Cooper S (F56, 2014 - 2024) review – the last manual Mini
The F56 Mini Cooper S marked the end of an era for the Mini hatch, being the last to offer a manual transmission
Toyota GR Supra review – can it rival the Porsche 718 Cayman? 
Toyota GR Supra review – can it rival the Porsche 718 Cayman?
A divisive but ultimately fascinating sports car that has its flaws, but fights back with charisma
Volkswagen Up GTI (2017-2023) review – a modern-day Mk1 Golf GTI?
Volkswagen Up GTI (2017-2023) review – a modern-day Mk1 Golf GTI?
The Up GTI was an instant hit when it arrived in 2017, packing a characterful three-pot engine in an affordable, Mk1 Golf GTI-sized package.
The new BMW M5 will pack a 700bhp+ hybrid V8 when it arrives this year
The new BMW M5 will pack a 700bhp+ hybrid V8 when it arrives this year
A new plug-in hybrid BMW M5 is on the way, and these spy shots provide our best look yet at its swollen wide-track bodywork
Kia Stinger GT S (2017-2022) review
Kia Stinger GT S (2017-2022) review
There are few more distinctive cars on the road, and the GT S continues to entertain and engage, despite its flaws
£3.1m GMA T.50s makes public debut at Goodwood Members' Meeting
£3.1m GMA T.50s makes public debut at Goodwood Members' Meeting
Gordon Murray’s T.50 supercar gets more power and more downforce in track-only form, and it's now made its public debut at the 81st Goodwood Members' …
Mercedes-AMG A35 review: a fast and effective hot hatch, but is it exciting?
Mercedes-AMG A35 review: a fast and effective hot hatch, but is it exciting?
The AMG A35 does an impressive job of being fun and fast, but rivals from Hyundai and Cupra are ultimately more involving
BMW iX M60 2024 review – it's fast, but is it worthy of the M badge?
BMW iX M60 2024 review – it's fast, but is it worthy of the M badge?
BMW's range-topping electric iX SUV is an electric tour-de-force undermined by the diminishing returns of its high specification
Audi A3 review – the original premium hatch reborn
Audi A3 review – the original premium hatch reborn
Despite recent updates, the Audi A3 is perilously close to losing its premium status in a competitive hatchback market
Audi RS6 (2019-2023) review
Audi RS6 (2019-2023) review
The C8-generation RS6 covers all bases; it's practical, comfortable, fast, and fun
Mini Cooper review
Mini Cooper review
Accomplished, but not entertaining, Mini’s core model now feels old and a bit awkward. The next-gen car can’t come quickly enough
Skoda Scala 2023 review
Skoda Scala 2023 review
Scala surprises little, but is a serious upgrade on the Rapid that went before. But thrilling? No.
Lamborghini Huracán Evo review
Lamborghini Huracán Evo review
Intense, charismatic and far more resolved than its former self, the Evo is a brilliant supercar dominated by that superb V10 engine
Volkswagen Polo GTI review 
Volkswagen Polo GTI review
More fast Polo than real hot hatchback, the GTI falls short again. As you were, Hyundai i20 N
Ford Focus ST review
Ford Focus ST review
An imperfect hot hatchback, but one with appeal if you don’t mind some rough edges
Mazda CX-60 2023 review
Mazda CX-60 2023 review
The CX-60 is a statement of intent against BMW, Mercedes and Audi. We’ll just need to wait and see if they do anything more 'evo' with it
Genesis GV60 Sport Plus 2023 review
Genesis GV60 Sport Plus 2023 review
It’s fast, luxurious and dynamically capable, but the GV60’s attributes just don’t quite mesh
New 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 revealed
New 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 revealed
Tech, styling and specification upgrades are now ready for VW’s Golf-sized ID.3
Ford Focus review
Ford Focus review
An uncomplicated everyday car that drives well and does everything you could reasonably expect