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Welcome to RUSH Magazine

An independent publication dedicated to Modern Classics and new performance cars

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Rush Magazine

An independent publication dedicated to modern classics and new performance cars. Online and in print. 

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ARTICLE FEED

Peter Falk: Key Engineer Behind Porsche's Greatest Era

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.

FEATURED ARTICLE

Peter Falk: Key Engineer Behind Porsche's Greatest Era

Peter Falk, the race director responsible for Porsche’s Group C dominance and pivotal road cars, died on 23 January aged 93. Despite such success, he never craved the spotlight.

Lotus Emeya and Eletre Updated for 2025

NEWS

Ken Pearson

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4 April 2025

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

Lotus Emeya and Eletre Updated for 2025

New Skoda Elroq vRS Revealed

NEWS

Ken Pearson

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3 April 2025

The electric crossover gets two motors, 335bhp, and hits 62mph in 5.4 seconds.

New Skoda Elroq vRS Revealed

Mercedes-AMG Launches CLE 53 Limited Edition Coupé and Cabriolet

NEWS

Craig Toone

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3 April 2025

Mercedes-AMG has introduced Limited Edition variants of its CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé and Cabriolet, giving the performance duo a more exclusive edge.

Mercedes-AMG Launches CLE 53 Limited Edition Coupé and Cabriolet

Hyundai Unveils Gaming-Inspired Insteroid Concept

NEWS

Craig Toone

|

2 April 2025

Hyundai’s latest concept is called the Insteroid, which plugs into gaming culture for visual and thematic inspiration.

Hyundai Unveils Gaming-Inspired Insteroid Concept

Attainable Performance Part III: 2019 Ford Fiesta ST Mk8 Review

REVIEW

Ken Pearson

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28 March 2025

Did Ford save the best til last with the Mk8 Fiesta ST? Ken Pearson finds out in the third part of our series showcasing performance cars that don't cost the earth.

Attainable Performance Part III: 2019 Ford Fiesta ST Mk8 Review

Confirmed: Peugeot Revives The GTi Badge

NEWS

Ken Pearson

|

28 March 2025

Peugeot will build on its hot hatch heritage, starting with a new E-208 GTi.

Confirmed: Peugeot Revives The GTi Badge

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Returns

NEWS

Ken Pearson

|

25 March 2025

Unlimited headroom powered by an 824bhp V12. This is the most potent, and fastest front-engined convertible in the world.

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Returns

E60 M5 Review - Never Before, Never Again

REVIEW

Alex Dunlop

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20 March 2025

The E60 M5 remains a divisive car - from it's styling, its SMG transmission and even the 507bhp V10. Alex Dunlop reviews the car through the lens of 2025 to see whether it's a relic or refreshing tonic

E60 M5 Review - Never Before, Never Again

Gordon Murray’s 60-Year Legacy Honoured at Goodwood Festival of Speed

NEWS

Craig Toone

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18 March 2025

The Goodwood Festival of Speed has announced that 2025’s Central Feature will pay tribute to a man whose influence has shaped modern motorsport and supercar design: Gordon Murray.

Gordon Murray’s 60-Year Legacy Honoured at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Renault R5 Turbo 3E: More Details Emerge on the EV Hyperhatch

NEWS

Craig Toone

|

17 March 2025

Renault's R5 Turbo 3E gains power, new tech and production confirmation. With 533bhp and radical aero, this EV hyperhatch blends Group B attitude with cutting-edge tech.

Renault R5 Turbo 3E: More Details Emerge on the EV Hyperhatch

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Next-Gen CLA EV and Hybrid

NEWS

Craig Toone

|

17 March 2025

The next-generation CLA will offer both electric and hybrid propulsion, but the big news is the EV – delivering up to 492 miles of range and 0–60mph in as little as 4.9 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Next-Gen CLA EV and Hybrid

New Morgan Supersport Unveiled

NEWS

Ken Pearson

|

13 March 2025

The hand-built flagship arrives with an evolved chassis and BMW power. Ken Pearson explores the British carmaker’s most driver-centric model yet.

New Morgan Supersport Unveiled

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

Lotus Emeya and Eletre Updated for 2025

Lotus Emeya and Eletre Updated for 2025

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

Ken Pearson

|

4 Apr 2025

The electric crossover gets two motors, 335bhp, and hits 62mph in 5.4 seconds.

New Skoda Elroq vRS Revealed

New Skoda Elroq vRS Revealed

The electric crossover gets two motors, 335bhp, and hits 62mph in 5.4 seconds.

Ken Pearson

|

3 Apr 2025

Mercedes-AMG has introduced Limited Edition variants of its CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé and Cabriolet, giving the performance duo a more exclusive edge.

Mercedes-AMG Launches CLE 53 Limited Edition Coupé and Cabriolet

Mercedes-AMG Launches CLE 53 Limited Edition Coupé and Cabriolet

Mercedes-AMG has introduced Limited Edition variants of its CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé and Cabriolet, giving the performance duo a more exclusive edge.

Craig Toone

|

3 Apr 2025

Hyundai’s latest concept is called the Insteroid, which plugs into gaming culture for visual and thematic inspiration.

Hyundai Unveils Gaming-Inspired Insteroid Concept

Hyundai Unveils Gaming-Inspired Insteroid Concept

Hyundai’s latest concept is called the Insteroid, which plugs into gaming culture for visual and thematic inspiration.

Craig Toone

|

2 Apr 2025

Did Ford save the best til last with the Mk8 Fiesta ST? Ken Pearson finds out in the third part of our series showcasing performance cars that don't cost the earth.

Attainable Performance Part III: 2019 Ford Fiesta ST Mk8 Review

Attainable Performance Part III: 2019 Ford Fiesta ST Mk8 Review

Did Ford save the best til last with the Mk8 Fiesta ST? Ken Pearson finds out in the third part of our series showcasing performance cars that don't cost the earth.

Ken Pearson

|

28 Mar 2025

Peugeot will build on its hot hatch heritage, starting with a new E-208 GTi.

Confirmed: Peugeot Revives The GTi Badge

Confirmed: Peugeot Revives The GTi Badge

Peugeot will build on its hot hatch heritage, starting with a new E-208 GTi.

Ken Pearson

|

28 Mar 2025

Unlimited headroom powered by an 824bhp V12. This is the most potent, and fastest front-engined convertible in the world.

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Returns

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Returns

Unlimited headroom powered by an 824bhp V12. This is the most potent, and fastest front-engined convertible in the world.

Ken Pearson

|

25 Mar 2025

The E60 M5 remains a divisive car - from it's styling, its SMG transmission and even the 507bhp V10. Alex Dunlop reviews the car through the lens of 2025 to see whether it's a relic or refreshing tonic

E60 M5 Review - Never Before, Never Again

E60 M5 Review - Never Before, Never Again

The E60 M5 remains a divisive car - from it's styling, its SMG transmission and even the 507bhp V10. Alex Dunlop reviews the car through the lens of 2025 to see whether it's a relic or refreshing tonic

Alex Dunlop

|

20 Mar 2025

The Goodwood Festival of Speed has announced that 2025’s Central Feature will pay tribute to a man whose influence has shaped modern motorsport and supercar design: Gordon Murray.

Gordon Murray’s 60-Year Legacy Honoured at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Gordon Murray’s 60-Year Legacy Honoured at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Goodwood Festival of Speed has announced that 2025’s Central Feature will pay tribute to a man whose influence has shaped modern motorsport and supercar design: Gordon Murray.

Craig Toone

|

18 Mar 2025

Renault's R5 Turbo 3E gains power, new tech and production confirmation. With 533bhp and radical aero, this EV hyperhatch blends Group B attitude with cutting-edge tech.

Renault R5 Turbo 3E: More Details Emerge on the EV Hyperhatch

Renault R5 Turbo 3E: More Details Emerge on the EV Hyperhatch

Renault's R5 Turbo 3E gains power, new tech and production confirmation. With 533bhp and radical aero, this EV hyperhatch blends Group B attitude with cutting-edge tech.

Craig Toone

|

17 Mar 2025

The next-generation CLA will offer both electric and hybrid propulsion, but the big news is the EV – delivering up to 492 miles of range and 0–60mph in as little as 4.9 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Next-Gen CLA EV and Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Next-Gen CLA EV and Hybrid

The next-generation CLA will offer both electric and hybrid propulsion, but the big news is the EV – delivering up to 492 miles of range and 0–60mph in as little as 4.9 seconds.

Craig Toone

|

17 Mar 2025

The hand-built flagship arrives with an evolved chassis and BMW power. Ken Pearson explores the British carmaker’s most driver-centric model yet.

New Morgan Supersport Unveiled

New Morgan Supersport Unveiled

The hand-built flagship arrives with an evolved chassis and BMW power. Ken Pearson explores the British carmaker’s most driver-centric model yet.

Ken Pearson

|

13 Mar 2025

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DRIVING ROADS

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

South Wales - Bwlch Mountain Touge

North Wales Pt. II - Snowdon Sweepers

The Dukes Pass

North Wales & Snowdonia

The Forest of Bowland

The Peak District

The Yorkshire Dales

The North Pennines

The Complete V8 Audi R8 Buying Guide

BUYER'S GUIDES

The most complete and well-researched buying guides for performance cars and modern classic cars on the internet. 

Audi R8 V8

Alfa Romeo 4C

Ford Focus RS (MK3)

Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205)

BMW M3 (E36)

Renaultsport Megane 225 & 230

MK1 Audi TT

Honda Integra Type-R DC2

Porsche 968 Club Sport

Porsche Cayman R

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Welcome to Rush Magazine

The home of Driving Enthusiasm.
A new print magazine dedicated to iconic modern classics and new performance cars

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

Bertone Runabout Resurrected and Reimagined For Production

Ken Pearson

29 January 2026

Custom BBR MX-5 Review: The 260bhp NC Mazda Should Have Made

Ken Pearson

10 October 2025

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The Complete V8 Audi R8 Buying Guide

Craig Toone

18 September 2025

OUR CARS

A Peugeot 205 Roland Garros and a Visit to the Festival of the Unexceptional

Alex Dunlop

1 August 2025

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A Peugeot 205 Roland Garros and a Visit to the Festival of the Unexceptional

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

Our Cars - FK8 Honda Civic Type R

Alex Dunlop

25 July 2025

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Our Cars - FK8 Honda Civic Type R

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

Our Cars - 981 Porsche Cayman

Alex Dunlop

6 June 2025

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Our Cars - 981 Porsche Cayman

Two power options, six equipment levels, and a price cut headline the tweaks made to the electric saloon and SUV.

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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...

Introducing Rush XP1 - Our Print Magazine

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