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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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9 July 2025
The Volkswagen-owned Bentley era has thus far been defined by a strong family resemblance. Now however, a revamp is on the horizon, heralded by the dramatic EXP 15 concept.
EXP 15 Concept Hints at Bentley’s First EV
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
9 July 2025
Aston Martin’s new V8 Vantage S is a 671bhp riposte to Ferrari’s Amalfi, with both set to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Aston Martin Vantage S: Sharper, Stronger, Still Rear-Drive
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
9 July 2025
The Prancing Horse will auction a one-off Daytona SP3 during Monterey Car Week, with proceeds supporting global education through the new Ferrari Foundation.
Ferrari to Auction One-Off Daytona SP3 for Global Education
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
8 July 2025
MST goes back to basics with its latest Escort-based restomod, promising a “pure analogue driving experience at a cost effective price.”
MST Sports – Attainable 180bhp Escort Restomod Announced
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
4 July 2025
Alpine unveils the A290 Rallye – a 220bhp, all-electric hot hatch built for stage rallying and set to spearhead a new one-make motorsport series
Alpine A290 Rallye to Inspire One-Make Series
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
3 July 2025
BMW has announced a Nürburgring-Nordschleife lap time of 7:25.5 minutes for the new M2 CS, setting a new record for compact production cars on the revised 20.832km circuit.
BMW M2 CS Sets 7:25 Nürburgring Benchmark
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
3 July 2025
Ariel commemorates its 25th anniversary with the Atom 4RR, its most powerful car ever, set to feature extensive engine modifications and chassis revisions.
Ariel Marks 25 Years With 525bhp Atom 4RR
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
2 July 2025
The 992.2 Carrera 4S gains 473bhp, AWD and technology from the GTS and Turbo – offered in coupé, cabriolet and Targa configurations.
The 992.2 Carrera 4S Launches in Coupe, Cabriolet and Targa Forms
NEWS
Craig Toone
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2 July 2025
The Roma replacement arrives with familiar underpinnings but a sharper suit and some clever new tricks beneath the surface.
Ferrari Amalfi Refines Roma Formula With 631bhp GT Evolution
NEWS
Ken Pearson
|
30 June 2025
Revised aerodynamics and suspension will keep the V6-powered racer at the sharp end of the GT3 class from 2026.
Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo Unveiled
COMMENT
Ken Pearson
|
27 June 2025
Electric performance cars are advancing in terms of drivability and feel. The adoption of a purely mechanical component could be the key to unlocking engaging drivers' EVs, as Ken Pearson muses.
Why Old School Hardware is the Key to Unlocking Engagement in Performance EVs
The Volkswagen-owned Bentley era has thus far been defined by a strong family resemblance. Now however, a revamp is on the horizon, heralded by the dramatic EXP 15 concept.

EXP 15 Concept Hints at Bentley’s First EV
The Volkswagen-owned Bentley era has thus far been defined by a strong family resemblance. Now however, a revamp is on the horizon, heralded by the dramatic EXP 15 concept.
Ken Pearson
|
9 Jul 2025
Aston Martin’s new V8 Vantage S is a 671bhp riposte to Ferrari’s Amalfi, with both set to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
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Aston Martin Vantage S: Sharper, Stronger, Still Rear-Drive
Aston Martin’s new V8 Vantage S is a 671bhp riposte to Ferrari’s Amalfi, with both set to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Craig Toone
|
9 Jul 2025
The Prancing Horse will auction a one-off Daytona SP3 during Monterey Car Week, with proceeds supporting global education through the new Ferrari Foundation.

Ferrari to Auction One-Off Daytona SP3 for Global Education
The Prancing Horse will auction a one-off Daytona SP3 during Monterey Car Week, with proceeds supporting global education through the new Ferrari Foundation.
Craig Toone
|
9 Jul 2025
MST goes back to basics with its latest Escort-based restomod, promising a “pure analogue driving experience at a cost effective price.”

MST Sports – Attainable 180bhp Escort Restomod Announced
MST goes back to basics with its latest Escort-based restomod, promising a “pure analogue driving experience at a cost effective price.”
Craig Toone
|
8 Jul 2025
Alpine unveils the A290 Rallye – a 220bhp, all-electric hot hatch built for stage rallying and set to spearhead a new one-make motorsport series

Alpine A290 Rallye to Inspire One-Make Series
Alpine unveils the A290 Rallye – a 220bhp, all-electric hot hatch built for stage rallying and set to spearhead a new one-make motorsport series
Craig Toone
|
4 Jul 2025
BMW has announced a Nürburgring-Nordschleife lap time of 7:25.5 minutes for the new M2 CS, setting a new record for compact production cars on the revised 20.832km circuit.

BMW M2 CS Sets 7:25 Nürburgring Benchmark
BMW has announced a Nürburgring-Nordschleife lap time of 7:25.5 minutes for the new M2 CS, setting a new record for compact production cars on the revised 20.832km circuit.
Craig Toone
|
3 Jul 2025
Ariel commemorates its 25th anniversary with the Atom 4RR, its most powerful car ever, set to feature extensive engine modifications and chassis revisions.

Ariel Marks 25 Years With 525bhp Atom 4RR
Ariel commemorates its 25th anniversary with the Atom 4RR, its most powerful car ever, set to feature extensive engine modifications and chassis revisions.
Craig Toone
|
3 Jul 2025
The 992.2 Carrera 4S gains 473bhp, AWD and technology from the GTS and Turbo – offered in coupé, cabriolet and Targa configurations.

The 992.2 Carrera 4S Launches in Coupe, Cabriolet and Targa Forms
The 992.2 Carrera 4S gains 473bhp, AWD and technology from the GTS and Turbo – offered in coupé, cabriolet and Targa configurations.
Craig Toone
|
2 Jul 2025
The Roma replacement arrives with familiar underpinnings but a sharper suit and some clever new tricks beneath the surface.

Ferrari Amalfi Refines Roma Formula With 631bhp GT Evolution
The Roma replacement arrives with familiar underpinnings but a sharper suit and some clever new tricks beneath the surface.
Craig Toone
|
2 Jul 2025
Revised aerodynamics and suspension will keep the V6-powered racer at the sharp end of the GT3 class from 2026.

Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo Unveiled
Revised aerodynamics and suspension will keep the V6-powered racer at the sharp end of the GT3 class from 2026.
Ken Pearson
|
30 Jun 2025
Electric performance cars are advancing in terms of drivability and feel. The adoption of a purely mechanical component could be the key to unlocking engaging drivers' EVs, as Ken Pearson muses.

Why Old School Hardware is the Key to Unlocking Engagement in Performance EVs
Electric performance cars are advancing in terms of drivability and feel. The adoption of a purely mechanical component could be the key to unlocking engaging drivers' EVs, as Ken Pearson muses.
Ken Pearson
|
27 Jun 2025
Nearly two decades since its last car, Marcos is back with a grounded plan, heritage assets, and prototypes already running. Here’s what we know.
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Marcos Returns with Three New Sports Cars in Development
Nearly two decades since its last car, Marcos is back with a grounded plan, heritage assets, and prototypes already running. Here’s what we know.
Craig Toone
|
26 Jun 2025
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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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