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Ken Pearson gets behind the wheel of the last naturally aspirated straight-six M car, taking on all conditions in the Welsh Valleys and mountains
With a 2.5-litre NA engine, individual throttle bodies, and track-focused suspension, this BBR-fettled NC MX-5 is the performance variant Mazda never made.
Starting from a blank canvas, Polestar has been developing its own formula for performance EVs. Ken Pearson charts their progress a comprehensive triple-test.
BMW's third-generation Z4 has never quite found its groove as an out-and-out driver's car. But with the Handschalter Pack, Munich has revisited the formula
A newly launched partnership between MSV and Hyundai UK allows us to experience the 641bhp Ioniq 5 N around the Bedford Autodrome.
In the early 2000s Vauxhall's image was in need of a shot in the arm. Luckily for us, they dialled up some V8 thunder from Down Under, as John Bee reports
Facelifted and rearmed with 641bhp, plus tech from the Ioniq 5N, we head deep into the Cairngorms to put the EV6 GT's Grand Touring credentials to the test
Subtle, swift, and sophisticated is what the S3 has always been. Now with torque-splitting tech from the RS3, it finds itself at the sharp end of the class
Did Ford save the best til last with the Mk8 Fiesta ST? Find out in the third part of our series showcasing performance cars that don't cost the earth.
The 507bhp V10 BMW M5—still a high-revving masterpiece or outclassed by today’s turbocharged supersaloons? We revisit the E60 M5 through the lens of 2025.
Renault's revived 5 trades retro charm for real-world usability. But is there more to it than just nostalgia and neat packaging? We find out on UK roads.
There is a strong argument that the era of the GT we know and love is dead, consumed by the super-SUV. Kotto Williams investigates from behind the wheel
BMW has finally given us an M3 Touring. Will the car live up to the hopes and dreams of M enthusiasts? Does it drive as well as the M4 Coupe? We find out.
The i20 N is already dead. But will Hyundai’s junior hot hatch be remembered as a modern classic — or will it fall short of its illustrious forebears?
Often dismissed by the power-hungry, the Racing Puma is one of the most overlooked Fast Fords. As former owner Kotto Williams argues, ignorance is bliss.
Read our super feature exploring the finest roads of the Scottish Borders territory in the sublime Ferrari 430 Scuderia enjoying its 8,640rpm, 503bhp V8.
Showcasing driver's cars that don’t cost a fortune, we test the NC-generation MX-5 to find out why it’s the obvious choice for compact sports cars.
At first glance, an off-road pickup from Isuzu might not be a typical RUSH vehicle, but as Tim Dunlop argues, that doesn’t mean it's not capable...
Can a two and a half tonne luxury SUV really be a drivers' car? Alex assesses the Bentley Bentayga EWB Azure's claim from both the front and back seats.
For the cost of the average track day, Porsche UK offer the use of one of their cars and 90 minutes of one-to-one tuition at their Silverstone centre.
Small, petrol-powered, lightweight, manual, what’s not to like? Ken Pearson undergoes a driving detox with a MkIV Ford Fiesta Zetec S
Will the real Toyota GR Yaris please stand up? In this long-term review and high-performance assessment, Kristian Spreckley gets stuck into the dynamic...
The BMW M5 is the undisputed Godfather of supersaloons, and the E39 generation is the Boss of Bosses. But does that reverence still hold true, or have...
Ever more stringent emissions laws mean even the most efficient cars must adapt. But the Swift Sport has always been about simple, honest thrills...
Toyota's A90 Supra has always struggled to live up to the legend created by its predecessor. Now it's been revised, complete with a game-changing asset.
The Clio V6 remains one of the wildest cars ever built by a mainstream brand – part hot hatch, part supercar, and entirely unlike anything else.
The 720S Spider is a rare thing - a convertible that gives little away to its coupe sibling. Surely that makes it a no-brainer?
Flawed yet fascinating – is Alfa’s GTV V6 Cup a legend or a liability? With a searing soundtrack and seductive lines, can it truly claim icon status?
As production of the Exige comes to an end and the firm embarks on its new journey, Wayne Goodman takes his supercharged V6 to the Yorkshire Dales for a long goodbye
Subaru UK wanted to build the best drivers' Impreza ever, enlisting the help of Prodrive. Chris Tsoi takes a P1 to the West Pennine Moors to find out...
Armed with £5,000 of their own personal money, four Rush scribes go in search of their favourite second-hand hot hatch. Then have an argument...
In another look at alternative kicks in the modern driving sphere, we take a Suzuki Jimny on and off road, living life at a lower but no less engaging pace
In the market for a VW Golf GTI or R? Kotto Williams thinks there is a close relative that combines the best of both worlds for less money...
Renualtsport's Dieppe operation has given us some of the best hot hatches over the years, but the Clio 182 Trophy might just be their finest hour.
The original R53 Mini JCW GP broke new ground in the hot hatch sector. Can it still cut it, or has the track hatch been left behind by those it inspired?
With the thrill of driving under greater scrutiny than ever, John Bee tackles the average speed-monitored Cat & Fiddle Pass in a mk1 MX-5 to see what...
There's little doubt the A35 has speed and style. But is 302bhp enough to live up to the expectations of that AMG badge in the premium hot hatch landscape?
Few cars offer as much space and pace as the Audi RS4. But with prices of the first three generations within touching distance, which is the one to have?
Mazda aimed to shake up the establishment with its rotary RX-7 but ultimately failed. Today, its appeal has never been greater...
It might not be the last word in outright driving dynamics, but an Abarth does have its charm. How will the 595 Trofeo fare against Lancashire's toughest..
Our very first article, one that pre-dates the magazine but proved to be it's catalyst - a 1500-mile adventure through the Scottish Highlands
There had been other track-leaning hot hatches before the Megane, but with the R26.R Renaultsport went all in. Is it too much for the road?
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