The history of Cupra performance cars

After years of Seat hot hatches, Cupra has become a standalone car marque, with a focus on sporty performance and style. We tell its story so far.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E review: Retro Road Test

Look up 'practical classic' in the dictionary and you'll likely find a photo of a Mercedes-Benz 190E. We put one through our Retro Road Test.

Great Motoring Disasters: Austin and Morris 1800

At best, just 40,000 Austin 1800s were sold each year – well short of the 200,000 hoped for. This was a Great (British) Motoring Disaster.

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Great Motoring Disasters: MG XPower SV

We remember the dramatic last hurrah that was the MG XPower SV. Only around 80 such supercars were built before MG Rover went bust.

2004 Audi A2 review: Retro Road Test

Clever packaging, aluminium construction and efficient engines meant the Audi A2 was ahead of its time. Was it too clever for its own good?

Auction Car of the Week: Vauxhall Vectra SuperTouring 3000

If the prospect of a Vauxhall Vectra doesn't excite you, take another look at this rare 3.0-litre V6 SuperTouring – and it could be yours

Auction Car of the Week: Marcos Martina

The Marcos Martina is a rare British sports car based on the Ford Cortina. This final example will be sold at CarFest later this month

Auction Car of the Week: Renault Clio V6

The Renault Clio V6 is an extreme, mid-engined hot hatchback and a surefire future classic. And this one could be yours

Auction Car of the Week: Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible

Coming up for auction at CarFest in late August 2026, this drop-top Rolls-Royce Corniche could be perfect for decadent summer road-trips.

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In pictures: 30 years of all-wheel-drive Porsches

We’re invited to the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone to celebrate the 30th anniversary of all-wheel drive Porsches

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Launched in 1968, the Ford Escort consistently topped the UK car sales chart for 42 years. We chart the highs and lows of a popular hero.

The greatest Peugeot hot hatches

We trace Peugeot’s hot hatchback heritage, from the famous 205 GTI forwards, and look at what might come next

1974 Volkswagen T2 camper review: Retro Road Test

Brimful of easygoing charm, the Volkswagen T2 camper van is perfect for family adventures. But do your homework before buying one.

Spot the difference: cars that share the same rear lights

We reveal the unlikely cars that share the same rear light clusters, including the Jaguar XJ220 and the Rover 200.

The greatest Japanese sports cars ever made

Japan has produced many of the world’s best sports cars, from the evergreen Mazda MX-5 to the mighty Nissan GT-R. These are our favourites.