Having a fun and fast car doesn’t have to break the bank – or the environment. Here are some great options Typically when it comes to cars you need to make a choice – do you want a car that’s fast, powerful and fun to drive, or do you want …
Read More »Toyota GR Yaris review
Is this rally-bred pocket rocket as good as everyone says it is? I don’t know about you, but I’m always a bit suspicious of a new car when it’s universally acclaimed and wins major awards before it’s even hit the roads. The Toyota GR Yaris is one such vehicle, but …
Read More »Top 10 hot hatches of the 21st Century (so far)
The Renaultsport Clio 182 Trophy has been voted the top hot hatches of the last two decades by readers of PistonHeads. It was followed by its bigger brother, the Renaultsport Megane R26.R, with the Honda Civic Type R EP3 rounding off the top three. Readers of the UK’s largest online …
Read More »Best car award for all-new Renault Clio
The latest Renault Clio has been named Carbuyer Car of the Year 2020 – the first major accolade for Renault’s supermini, just launched in its fifth generation. Carbuyer’s panel of expert judges said the new Clio has set a new quality benchmark for how good a small car can be, …
Read More »UK Car of the Year 2019 – the winners
The results of the prestigious 2019 UK Car of the Year awards have been announced, recognising 11 different manufacturers as class leaders across 12 different categories. The current holder of the overall UK Car of the Year title with the XC60, Volvo picked up where it left off in 2018 …
Read More »Ford Fiesta ST review
When the latest Ford Fiesta was launched in 2017 it was a real step-up. Not only did it look sharper than the seventh generation car, but it was more spacious and updated with the latest, fully connected infotainment system. Most of all, it was still engaging to drive, so job …
Read More »Watch Ford race the Fiesta ST – 400m underground!
Ford showcased the performance prowess of the all-new Fiesta ST in a unique location – 400 metres below ground in one of Europe’s largest salt mines. Shot at a secret location with World Rally Championship driver Elfyn Evans at the wheel, the Fiesta ST is seen slipping, sliding and jumping …
Read More »Suzuki Swift Sport review
Acts don’t get much harder to follow than the outgoing Suzuki Swift Sport – a near-legendary pocket rocket. Well, we’re pleased to report that the much-anticipated third generation Swift Sport doesn’t disappoint. Based on the standard five-door supermini launched last year, the new Swift Sport is quicker, lighter, lower and …
Read More »Hottest Ford Fiesta ever
Ford has unveiled the new 197bhp Fiesta ST200 – the most powerful production Fiesta ever. Based on the acclaimed Fiesta ST hot hatch and powered by a 1.6-litre EcoBoost engine, it delivers 10% more power and 20% more torque and is capable of reaching 62mph in just 6.7 seconds. Top speed …
Read More »Concepts of the 2011 Frankfurt Motorshow, IAA
Motor Shows are an ideal place for manufacturers to showcase their designers talents and future visions with concept vehicles. The 64th annual Frankfurt Motor Show IAA began yesterday and with it a number of concept vehicles are displayed. Below we have a look at some of the offerings on display …
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