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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
Craig Toone
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9 September 2025
The next generation of Hyundai EVs is coming, led by the Concept Three - an all-electric hot hatch kickstarting the new Ioniq sub-brand.
Hyundai Concept Three Previews Future Alpine A290 Rival
NEWS
Ken Pearson
|
8 September 2025
After a long gestation period, Polestar’s flagship has finally arrived. It’s got the Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron GT, and Lotus Emeya in its sights.
Polestar 5 Four-Door GT Arrives With 871bhp
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
8 September 2025
Vauxhall has confirmed pricing for the Mokka GSE at the IAA Mobility show, offering the first full view of the production model alongside key technical details.
Vauxhall Mokka GSE UK Pricing and Spec Confirmed
NEWS
Ken Pearson
|
7 September 2025
The everyday supercar gains hybrid power for the first time, and electro-hydraulic active suspension.
911 Turbo S Facelift brings T-Hybrid Tech and 703bhp
NEWS
Craig Toone
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7 September 2025
The Honda Prelude hybrid has made it to production, with the 200bhp coupe making its debut on US soil.
2026 Honda Prelude Revealed: Hybrid Coupe Debuts With Civic Type R Underpinnings
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
6 September 2025
The Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman have gone off sale in the UK. We reflect on the lineage from the 981 to the glorious GT4 RS.
The End of an Era: A Farewell to the Porsche 718 Cayman & Boxster
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
6 September 2025
BMW’s iX3 is the first Neue Klasse model – a landmark EV promising a return to brand values while blending radical tech. But is Munich’s confidence justified?
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Kicks Off Neue Klasse Era
REVIEW
Ken Pearson
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3 September 2025
Starting from a blank canvas, Polestar has been developing its own formula for performance EVs. Ken Pearson tests the current range in a comprehensive triple-test.
Polestar 2, 3, and 4 Performance Triple Test
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
3 September 2025
British specialists Thornley Kelham reimagine the open-top Jaguar XK120, transforming it into a limited-run Roadster with 360bhp on tap.
Jaguar XK European GT Roadster Debuts at Salon Privé
NEWS
Ken Pearson
|
2 September 2025
The retro-futuristic hard-top roadster has been confirmed for production in 2027, and will influence the brand’s forthcoming models.
Audi Concept C Previews TT Successor and Future Design Language
NEWS
Craig Toone
|
30 August 2025
Lotus Cars has confirmed a restructuring proposal that will see up to 550 roles cut from its UK operations, with the majority expected to affect staff at Hethel.
Lotus to Cut 550 Jobs at Hethel Amid Tariff Turmoil and Sliding Sales
The next generation of Hyundai EVs is coming, led by the Concept Three - an all-electric hot hatch kickstarting the new Ioniq sub-brand.
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Hyundai Concept Three Previews Future Alpine A290 Rival
The next generation of Hyundai EVs is coming, led by the Concept Three - an all-electric hot hatch kickstarting the new Ioniq sub-brand.
Craig Toone
|
9 Sept 2025
After a long gestation period, Polestar’s flagship has finally arrived. It’s got the Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron GT, and Lotus Emeya in its sights.

Polestar 5 Four-Door GT Arrives With 871bhp
After a long gestation period, Polestar’s flagship has finally arrived. It’s got the Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron GT, and Lotus Emeya in its sights.
Ken Pearson
|
8 Sept 2025
Vauxhall has confirmed pricing for the Mokka GSE at the IAA Mobility show, offering the first full view of the production model alongside key technical details.

Vauxhall Mokka GSE UK Pricing and Spec Confirmed
Vauxhall has confirmed pricing for the Mokka GSE at the IAA Mobility show, offering the first full view of the production model alongside key technical details.
Craig Toone
|
8 Sept 2025
The everyday supercar gains hybrid power for the first time, and electro-hydraulic active suspension.

911 Turbo S Facelift brings T-Hybrid Tech and 703bhp
The everyday supercar gains hybrid power for the first time, and electro-hydraulic active suspension.
Ken Pearson
|
7 Sept 2025
The Honda Prelude hybrid has made it to production, with the 200bhp coupe making its debut on US soil.

2026 Honda Prelude Revealed: Hybrid Coupe Debuts With Civic Type R Underpinnings
The Honda Prelude hybrid has made it to production, with the 200bhp coupe making its debut on US soil.
Craig Toone
|
7 Sept 2025
The Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman have gone off sale in the UK. We reflect on the lineage from the 981 to the glorious GT4 RS.

The End of an Era: A Farewell to the Porsche 718 Cayman & Boxster
The Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman have gone off sale in the UK. We reflect on the lineage from the 981 to the glorious GT4 RS.
Craig Toone
|
6 Sept 2025
BMW’s iX3 is the first Neue Klasse model – a landmark EV promising a return to brand values while blending radical tech. But is Munich’s confidence justified?

BMW iX3 50 xDrive Kicks Off Neue Klasse Era
BMW’s iX3 is the first Neue Klasse model – a landmark EV promising a return to brand values while blending radical tech. But is Munich’s confidence justified?
Craig Toone
|
6 Sept 2025
Starting from a blank canvas, Polestar has been developing its own formula for performance EVs. Ken Pearson tests the current range in a comprehensive triple-test.

Polestar 2, 3, and 4 Performance Triple Test
Starting from a blank canvas, Polestar has been developing its own formula for performance EVs. Ken Pearson tests the current range in a comprehensive triple-test.
Ken Pearson
|
3 Sept 2025
British specialists Thornley Kelham reimagine the open-top Jaguar XK120, transforming it into a limited-run Roadster with 360bhp on tap.

Jaguar XK European GT Roadster Debuts at Salon Privé
British specialists Thornley Kelham reimagine the open-top Jaguar XK120, transforming it into a limited-run Roadster with 360bhp on tap.
Craig Toone
|
3 Sept 2025
The retro-futuristic hard-top roadster has been confirmed for production in 2027, and will influence the brand’s forthcoming models.

Audi Concept C Previews TT Successor and Future Design Language
The retro-futuristic hard-top roadster has been confirmed for production in 2027, and will influence the brand’s forthcoming models.
Ken Pearson
|
2 Sept 2025
Lotus Cars has confirmed a restructuring proposal that will see up to 550 roles cut from its UK operations, with the majority expected to affect staff at Hethel.
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Lotus to Cut 550 Jobs at Hethel Amid Tariff Turmoil and Sliding Sales
Lotus Cars has confirmed a restructuring proposal that will see up to 550 roles cut from its UK operations, with the majority expected to affect staff at Hethel.
Craig Toone
|
30 Aug 2025
The P39 GT Hypercar debuts at Salon Privé – a 992 Turbo S reborn as a modern GT1 with 920bhp, active aero and the promise of GT3 RS-beating pace.

RML Unveils GT Hypercar at Salon Privé
The P39 GT Hypercar debuts at Salon Privé – a 992 Turbo S reborn as a modern GT1 with 920bhp, active aero and the promise of GT3 RS-beating pace.
Craig Toone
|
27 Aug 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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