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Resident Mercedes expert, affordable drivers' car champion and EV sympathiser. Can often be found on the other end of an argument with Craig with regards to powertrains and styling, bringing balance to the force.
Kicking off the Mythos series, the limited-edition speedster packs 577bhp from its hand-built V8. Ken Pearson examines the roofless homage to the 300SLR.
08 Dec 2024Set to race at Le Mans from 2026, Genesis has revealed its LMDh-spec challenger, featuring a rally-derived engine. Ken Pearson examines the new racer.
05 Dec 2024After weeks of catcalling, Jaguar’s brave vision of its future has arrived. The fuss and furore surrounding the brand’s new corporate identity has sparked debate.
03 Dec 2024Porsche are synonymous with sportscar racing. The firm has dominated the sport for decades, yet there's a gap in the trophy cabinet in the 2000s. It wasn't
26 Nov 2024It’s been a long time coming, but General Motors will finally bring Cadillac to the F1 grid – minus Andretti branding – as Ken Pearson reports.
26 Nov 2024Is this the successor to the RX-7? Not quite. Ken Pearson sifts through the headlines, speculation, and official statements – or the lack thereof...
20 Nov 2024The driver-centric electric saloon and estate return with more power, and more range. Ken Pearson explores the facelifted Porsche Taycan GTS.
13 Nov 2024Turning an SL roadster into an estate, Brabus’s latest flagship creation is the 986bhp Rocket GTS. Ken Pearson takes a look at the unique shooting brake.
31 Oct 2024Callum Design has unveiled its second Jaguar C-X75 commission, turning an ex-movie stunt car into the usable supercar that we were promised 14 years ago.
30 Oct 2024The ELMS delivers intense, multi-class battles and showcases emerging racing talent. Ken Pearson captures the thrill and complexity of this year’s season
28 Oct 2024The six-cylinder roadster goes out in style with a 30-strong limited edition. Ken Pearson uncovers the details of the retro-modern sports car.
23 Oct 2024Thinking of taking up rallying? Peugeot has the car for you. Built for grass-roots motorsport. Could the 208 Racing be more than a competition car? Ken Pea
22 Oct 2024Following the recent M135 facelift, the M235 four-door coupe has also undergone a refresh. Ken Pearson spots the differences between BMW’s entry-level...
16 Oct 2024The first electric Mini JCW Hatchback brings 254 bhp and subtle styling tweaks ahead of a petrol version joining the range in the near future
14 Oct 2024The Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II has arrived, bringing with it a range of updates - including a dedicated performance variant known as the Black Badge.
08 Oct 2024The electric sports car edges closer to reality with Yamaha and XING announced as powertrain and battery suppliers. Ken Pearson looks at the present and fu
02 Oct 2024We have a glimpse of the future of Lotus models with this new concept, with Hethel embracing its ethos rather than replicating its historic design cues.
18 Sep 2024Hypercars have big stats, high price tags and low production numbers. They’re usually all sold out before being revealed, unless they aren’t. Ken Pearson..
11 Sep 2024Order books are open for the long-awaited British-built, V8-powered, track-focused GT born from two decades of racing experience.
10 Sep 2024Looking at cars that came tantalisingly close to production and pondering what should have been. Should the VW BlueSport roadster count as the first diesel
03 Sep 2024Launching in the UK as the GTX Performance, it brings more power, uprated suspension and tweaked styling to differentiate it from the regular EV hatch
30 Aug 2024It retains the style of the go-anywhere Nomad, but this electric reworking appears to be more than just a concept according to Ken Pearson.
29 Aug 2024The 993-based GT1 was an ultra rare, race-bread supercar built in minimal numbers to satisfy homologation requirements. Leading Porsche restorer Tuthill...
21 Aug 2024No extra power for Ingostadt’s uberhatch, however a raft of chassis and suspension changes lead to a 7 second gain around the Nordschleife and a sharper...
20 Aug 2024AMG’s 6.2 litre V8 finally bows out after 18 years in production. Its final application may surprise you, as Ken Pearson explains.
17 Aug 2024Showcasing 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.
07 Aug 2024The V8 bows out in the model that it started in: the Quattroporte. Ken Pearson explores the finishing touches to the flagship saloon.
05 Aug 2024Pagani’s latest spectacular creation has been shown to the world featuring a manual gearbox. Ken Pearson thinks that the result is almost perfect…
01 Aug 2024A familiar name returns with a totally different recipe. Ken Pearson introduces the silent super-sleeper: the fully electric S6 e-tron.
31 Jul 2024Some cars don’t require any explanations, needing only one look to make sense. Ken Pearson has found the latest concept that fits this bill.
22 Jul 2024Launching alongside the new A5, the S5 returns to petrol power for its newest iteration. But there’s more to it than that, as Ken Pearson explains.
16 Jul 2024An evolution of the O2 Concept, Polestar have turned their vision for a future electric roadster up to 11. Will it make it to production?
11 Jul 2024Special editions tend to stick to one set theme or specification, but the Morgan Super 3 Origins series offers up nine. Ken Pearson explores each one.
10 Jul 2024Significant recharging times and the weight penalty from batteries are two hurdles EV sportscars must overcome to become a viable alternative to ICE rivals
02 Jul 2024Bringing a far more palatable definition to drink driving, Maserati and an acclaimed winemaker have collaborated for a one off GranCabrio.
02 Jul 2024VW is aiming to re-establish the Golf R as the benchmark family super hatch. Will the revisions to the 2025MY sharpen up the oft criticised fun factor?
26 Jun 2024Light tweaks are the name of the game with the refreshed fastback EV, but one critical unique feature remains, as Ken Pearson explains.
25 Jun 2024Armed with a plug-in hybrid V8 drivetrain, Bentley’s new two-door coupe and convertible evolve the GT formula with new tech, styling and chassis upgrades.
25 Jun 2024Audi has updated their striking electric e-tron GT flagship with more power, greater range and increased technology. Ken Pearson reveals all.
17 Jun 2024The greatest race in the world provided another 24 hour rollercoaster ride with drama, controversy and truly epic driving from start to finish.
16 Jun 2024From its earliest days, the Mustang has been tuned for more power. Now Shelby’s latest Super Snake is heading to the UK. Ken Pearson takes a closer look.
13 Jun 2024A true race car for the road, the 800bhp Mustang GTD has Stuttgart - and the US Nurburgring lap record - firmly in its sites
11 Jun 2024Not every performance car needs to shout about its abilities, as Alpina has displayed with its latest three models. Ken Pearson uncovers all the details...
10 Jun 2024BMW’s updated hot hatch loses more than just the letter i from its bootlid for the 2024 facelift. Ken Pearson wonders if less can be more…
07 Jun 2024The 992.2 mit hybrid is finally upon us. Ken Pearson takes a deep dive look into the new 534bhp Porsche 911 GTS T-Hybrid and entry-level 389bhp Carrera
28 May 2024BMW has once again wowed the crowd at Villa d’Este and beyond with the striking new 8-series based Skytop Concept. Will it become a production reality?
24 May 2024Morgan and Pininfarina have unveiled the fruits of their labours for the last two years and the result, to Ken Pearson’s eyes, is stunning.
17 May 2024With only 275 examples to be built worldwide, it’ll take a keen eye to notice the subtle differences that set the new Giulia Super Sport apart.
16 May 2024Alpine have turned their concept into a functioning prototype which will test a new hydrogen combustion powertrain. Ken Pearson investigates.
13 May 2024The final W12-powered convertible from Bentley carries a mighty spec sheet – and a mighty price tag. Ken Pearson takes a closer look at what that buys.
08 May 2024With the new for 2024 facelift, the CUPRA Leon gains new tech, powertrains and styling to set it apart from its roots once and for all...
30 Apr 2024The first fully electric sports cars to come has gone on sale in the UK. Where it comes from is a surprise to lots of people, but not to Ken Pearson
25 Apr 2024To celebrate their 75th anniversary, Abarth have brought back a classic nameplate and a modern classic chassis. Ken Pearson has all the details.
16 Apr 2024Don’t worry - we’re not shifting our focus to SUVs, but Alfa Romeo’s newest model has ruffled so many feathers that we couldn’t ignore it.
16 Apr 2024At first glance, you may wonder what’s changed? The new Plus Four needs a keen eye to spot the difference, but power is up and handling is hugely improved
15 Apr 2024The first car to go through Lamborghini’s new Ad Personam programme is a sign of things to come. Ken Pearson explores the new customisation service.
10 Apr 2024In one of the most confusing brand strategy updates of recent times, Genesis announces a new range of performance models titled Magma. Sort of.
04 Apr 2024The fully electric, retro-styled, powered-up ID. Buzz GTX could be madness or it could be a stroke of genius. Ken Pearson investigates what could be the
26 Mar 2024A true titan of car design has passed away at the age of 85. Take a look back at some of the cars that defined the career of the great Marcello Gandini...
15 Mar 2024Just a few weeks after the launch of the updated and uprated Taycan, Porsche has released the new 1,093bhp Turbo GT. Yes, you read that correctly.
13 Mar 2024In a long line of fast Fords, it seems that few would pick out the Escort XR3 as their ultimate choice, apart from one person who asked Tolman Engineering
12 Mar 2024The 2024 Dodge Charger saloon and the Daytona coupé bring electric power to the muscle car formula. Ken Pearson tells you everything you need to know.
08 Mar 2024Back for the first time since 2019, what was the biggest motor show in the world is smaller than before, but just as important, as Ken Pearson reports.
04 Mar 2024Small, petrol-powered, lightweight, manual, what’s not to like? Ken Pearson undergoes a driving detox with a MkIV Ford Fiesta Zetec S
01 Mar 2024The Hyundai N range has just got a lot smaller with the i20 N, i30 N and Kona N being removed from sale in the UK and Europe. Ken Pearson suggests some...
28 Feb 2024The speed barrier is waiting to be broken. Two of the world’s fastest manufacturers are readying their cars for attempts at officially being crowned #1
22 Feb 2024Now petrol-only, the 2024 Skoda Octavia vRS facelift: A blend of practicality and high performance. Discover its new features and subtle styling...
21 Feb 2024Mazda announces a raft of updates for the MX-5 for 2024, and the good news is a lot of the revisions are centred around making the car more fun to drive.
20 Feb 2024The new 2024 facelifted Porsche Taycan has been unveiled! Whilst the exterior changes may take a keen eye to spot, the updates are major beneath the skin.
08 Feb 2024"Maranello, February 1, 2024 – Ferrari is pleased to announce that Lewis Hamilton will be joining Scuderia Ferrari in 2025, on a multi-year contract".
06 Feb 2024Eight cylinders, three pedals and no turbos. The seventh generation Ford Mustang fastback coupe and cabriolet here. Go on, you know you want to.
04 Feb 2024Maserati has introduced us to the GranTurismo Folgore; a lightning-fast EV with 751 hp, 0-62 mph in 2.7 seconds, and a WLTP range of 283 miles.
03 Feb 2024Everything you need to know about buying a Mercedes-AMG C 63 (W205, 2015 - 2023). From its powerful biturbo V8 engine, common issues, and market assessment
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