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Craig Toone explores what might have been if BMW had put its E36 M3 Compact into production – a concept car that hinted at the hyper-hatch formula years before it became a genre. Based on an original article by Jethro Noble, first published in Rush XP1.
NEWS
Ken Pearson
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18 June 2025
Two new variants gain Virtual Gear Shift, GT-specific styling, and powerful dual-motor drivetrains. Order books are open now.
New EV9 GT and Kia EV6 GT Facelift Go On Sale
NEWS
Ken Pearson
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17 June 2025
Technology transferred from the Corvette E-Ray creates a new V8-hybrid hypercar. Aaron Stokes explores the new range-topper.
X Factor - New Corvette ZR1X Gains Hybrid Power to Develop 1250bhp
NEWS
Craig Toone
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15 June 2025
Ferrari’s Le Mans streak continues – but McLaren’s 2027 return is now in motion, and this time it’s bringing customers into the campaign.
McLaren Project Endurance Revealed – Le Mans Hypercar for the Few
COMMENT
Craig Toone
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15 June 2025
It looked iconic on film – but Bond’s DB5 didn’t belong anywhere near Xenia’s F355. Here’s what he should have been driving in GoldenEye.
Car Casting: GoldenEye - Bond’s DB5 Never Stood a Chance
NEWS
Craig Toone
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14 June 2025
Peugeot enters the EV hot hatch race with 276bhp E-208 GTi complete with bespoke Cup 2 tyres.
Peugeot E-208 GTi: The First Electric GTi Debuts at Le Mans
NEWS
Craig Toone
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13 June 2025
How exactly do you celebrate 50 years of what is arguably the quintessential hot hatch? A 07:46:13 lap of the Nürburgring seems to be VW’s approach.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 is the Fastest Golf Ever
NEWS
Craig Toone
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11 June 2025
Caterham celebrates the end of a 50-year Ford engine legacy with a lightweight special that blends nostalgia, performance and exclusive design cues.
Caterham Seven 310 Encore Marks the End of the Sigma Era
NEWS
Ken Pearson
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9 June 2025
Minimal changes turn the Le Mans racer into the 697bhp track day special.
Track-Only Aston Martin Valkyrie LM Announced
NEWS
Ken Pearson
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6 June 2025
What happens when you take a racing prototype and rework it for the road? Porsche answers that question with the 963 RSP – a one-off creation channelling the spirit of their first roadgoing Le Mans racer.
Porsche 963 RSP is a Road Legal Le Mans Racer
OUR CARS
Alex Dunlop
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6 June 2025
Two years. 20,000 miles. Zero regrets. Alex Dunlop reflects on life with a manual 2.7-litre Porsche Cayman – from compost bags in the frunk to sideways laps at track days.
Porsche 981 Cayman Long Term Report
NEWS
Ken Pearson
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5 June 2025
Chassis revisions, expanded options, and a new style-led special edition introduce the next model year for Norfolk’s sports car.
V6 SE, Turbo, and Racing Line Variants Join 2026 Lotus Emira Range
Two new variants gain Virtual Gear Shift, GT-specific styling, and powerful dual-motor drivetrains. Order books are open now.
Technology transferred from the Corvette E-Ray creates a new V8-hybrid hypercar. Aaron Stokes explores the new range-topper.
Ferrari’s Le Mans streak continues – but McLaren’s 2027 return is now in motion, and this time it’s bringing customers into the campaign.
It looked iconic on film – but Bond’s DB5 didn’t belong anywhere near Xenia’s F355. Here’s what he should have been driving in GoldenEye.
How exactly do you celebrate 50 years of what is arguably the quintessential hot hatch? A 07:46:13 lap of the Nürburgring seems to be VW’s approach.
Caterham celebrates the end of a 50-year Ford engine legacy with a lightweight special that blends nostalgia, performance and exclusive design cues.
What happens when you take a racing prototype and rework it for the road? Porsche answers that question with the 963 RSP – a one-off creation channelling the spirit of their first roadgoing Le Mans racer.
Two years. 20,000 miles. Zero regrets. Alex Dunlop reflects on life with a manual 2.7-litre Porsche Cayman – from compost bags in the frunk to sideways laps at track days.
Chassis revisions, expanded options, and a new style-led special edition introduce the next model year for Norfolk’s sports car.
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Explore some of the best driving roads in the UK, including the location of super unleaded petrol stations, photography hot spots and where to eat, stop and stay
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The Original Hyper-hatch – The E36 M3 Compact
Craig Toone explores what might have been if BMW had put its E36 M3 Compact into production – a concept car that hinted at the hyper-hatch formula years before it became a genre. Based on an original article by Jethro Noble, first published in Rush XP1.
Craig Toone
9 May 2025
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Over 50,000 words covering the greatest modern classics and iconic new performance cars. Printed on premium 115 gsm paper and delivered direct to your door.
CONTENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Ferrari 430 Scuderia in the Scottish Borders
E39 M5 in Derbyshire's Peak District
Subaru Impreza P1 on the West Pennine Moors
Ford Racing Puma, Holme Moss Summit
Group test - Finding the best second-hand hot hatch for £5,000
Megane R26.R takes on the Snake Pass
Brock Yates & the Cannonball Run
Monaro VXR 6.0, Forest of Bowland
Porsche 968 Club Sport Buying Guide
Plus much more...