Ken Pearson

Deputy Editor

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.

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Ken Pearson

Alfa Romeo Junior - The Crossover formerly Known as Milano

Don’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 2024

Retro? Modern? Yes. It’s the new 2024 Morgan Plus Four

At 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 2024

Lamborghini Revuelto Ad Personam

The 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 2024

Caution: Hot! Genesis Announces Magma Performance Models

In 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 2024

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX Carves New Niche

The 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 2024

Marcello Gandini, 1938-2024

A 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 2024

Engage Warp Drive: The 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT

Just 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 2024

Ford Escort XR3 by Tolman - Better Than New, 43 Years Later

In 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 2024

The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona is the First EV Muscle Car

The 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 2024

Geneva Motor Show 2024: The Show Must Go On

Back 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 2024

Attainable Performance Part One: 2000 Ford Fiesta Zetec S

Small, petrol-powered, lightweight, manual, what’s not to like? Ken Pearson undergoes a driving detox with a MkIV Ford Fiesta Zetec S

01 Mar 2024

The Petrol-powered Era of Hyundai is Over. Don’t Panic

The 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 2024

The race to 300mph: Will Hennessey or Koenigsegg Win?

The 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 2024

The Sensible Performance Choice - the New Skoda Octavia vRS

Now petrol-only, the 2024 Skoda Octavia vRS facelift: A blend of practicality and high performance. Discover its new features and subtle styling...

21 Feb 2024

Timely Tweaks: The New 2024 Mazda MX-5 ND

Mazda 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 2024

Porsche Unveils 2024 Taycan Facelift

The 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

Sir Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari - The Shock Switch

"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 2024

Muscling In - The New Ford Mustang is on Sale in the UK

Eight 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 2024

Triple Shock - The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore

Maserati 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 2024

Star of the class: Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205) Buying Guide

Everything 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

24 Jan 2024