Porsche Macan EV review: Popular performance SUV goes electric October 15, 2024 You’ll note the title of this review refers to the ‘Porsche Macan EV’. In truth, this car is just the ‘Macan’ – a clean-sheet new SUV intended to replace the long-serving combustion car. However, the market’s less-than-ravenous appetite for EVs has forced a rethink. So, for now at least, Porsche will continue selling the petrol-powered [...]
Lamborghini Temerario has a 920hp V8 and revs to 10,000rpm August 20, 2024 Lamborghini has used Monterey Car Week to reveal its replacement for the Huracan – and bid farewell to the naturally aspirated V10 engine. The Lamborghini Temerario becomes the Italian marque’s new ‘junior’ supercar, slotting into the range beneath the V12 Revuelto. As per long-standing Lamborghini tradition, the Temerario is named in honour of a famous fighting [...]
Mercedes-Benz CLE review: Two become one in luxurious coupe August 10, 2024 Cast your mind back to the early 2000s, a time when Mercedes-Benz seemingly embarked upon a plan to cover every possible niche in the automotive market. The results included oddities such as the R-Class, along with a proliferation of coupes and ‘shooting brake’ estates. Time has moved on, however, and Mercedes is now attempting to [...]
Lamborghini Revuelto: Hybrid tech brings hypercar performance August 9, 2024 Like an automotive sequel to Night at the Museum, I half-expect the slumbering supercars to burst uproariously into life. But there’s still an hour to go before the Museo Lamborghini opens its doors to the public, the lights are dimmed and all is eerily calm. I sit alone for a few moments in quiet contemplation, [...]
The star cars to see at London’s Concours of Elegance this month August 8, 2024 Hampton Court Palace will shortly play host to some of the most exotic and exquisite classic cars from around the world. Taking place in West London later this month, the must-visit Concours of Elegance is now into its 13th year. Around 1,000 classic cars will be parked inside the grounds of the royal palace during the [...]
Smart #3 review: Necessity is the mother of convention July 26, 2024 Smart has pivoted from being a manufacturer of quirky, ultra-compact cars to becoming part of an all-electric joint venture with Mercedes-Benz and Chinese carmaker Geely. Geely also owns European car brands such as Volvo, Polestar and Lotus, meaning this SUV coupe EV has some prestigious half-cousins. To address the elephant in the room, yes, the [...]
Mercedes-Benz CLE review: Two become one in luxurious coupe July 25, 2024 Cast your mind back to the early 2000s, a time when Mercedes-Benz seemingly embarked upon a plan to cover every possible niche in the automotive market. The results included oddities such as the R-Class, along with a proliferation of coupes and ‘shooting brake’ estates. Time has moved on, however, and Mercedes is now attempting to [...]
Goodyear Tyres: Dunlop manufacturer’s sales hit £3bn following brands revamp June 12, 2024 The UK arm of tyre giants Goodyear and Dunlop has seen its sales soar to almost £3bn following its ongoing efforts to raise the profile of its retail brands.
Salon Privé London to host 3 days of champagne and supercars April 15, 2024 Salon Privé London returns to the Royal Hospital in Chelsea next month, with special celebrations of McLaren and the Porsche 911 Turbo.
King’s Speech: What to expect from the State Opening of Parliament? November 6, 2023 King Charles will make his first King’s Speech in Parliament on Tuesday as he outlines the government’s legislative agenda for the next year.