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How Tom Walkinshaw's Group A XJ-S Changed Jaguar's Mind
Tom Walkinshaw turned the Jaguar XJ-S into one of the greatest touring cars of the 1980s. 34 years on, we look back at the last car to be raced in period - chassis no.5
Through the prompting of saloon car racer and engineer Ralph Broad, Jaguar's XJ-S entered top-flight competition at a relativel...
The 250 LM Was The Last Ferrari To Win Le Mans
Just 32 Ferrari 250 LM were ever built with the aim of bringing prototype technology to GT racing.
Motorsport is effectively a self-perpetuating arms race between manufacturers of high performance machines. Engineering and design talent is pushed to extremes in an attempt to reach ever greater s...
The Beast Of Turin Was Faster Than An Aeroplane
The Fiat S76 was a 28.4-liter monster of 1910 that achieved a top speed of over 132mph.
Throughout history, there has been various myths and legends about beastly creatures such as Bigfoot, the Yeti, dragons, and the Loch Ness Monster. However, these can almost conclusively be written-off as fig...
Defending the Jaguar XKE Series III
For decades the Jaguar XKE Series III V12 has lived in the shadow of its forbearers – but is there merit in buying the final incarnation?
Let’s face it – the third-incarnation of Jaguar’s XKE (E-type) was far removed from the world-changing mantra offered by the 1961 original. Bloated and heft...
100 Years of Zagato: Top 10 Zagato Designed Cars
Some sort of unquantifiable magic goes on when an Italian puts pen to paper. The nation is responsible for some of the most beautifully designed cars the world has ever seen — is it something in the water?
Zagato is one of Italy’s most famous design houses and in 2019 it celebrate its centenary. ...
Taking The McLaren Senna To Its Spiritual Home
The McLaren Senna is named after arguably the most fame racing driver of all time. We drive the Senna where its namesake won his first F1 grand prix.
When McLaren announced that its latest Ultimate Series car was to be called the Senna, the world drew breath. To name your car after one of the gr...
Where Did The Ferrari logo Come From?
You’ve all seen it, and some of us have worshipped it. But where did Ferrari’s iconic prancing horse stem from? This is the true story behind the most recognised automotive logo of them all
If you piloted European skies during the first World War, a certain logo struck fear through the heart. Do...
Top 10 Porsches To Buy Before It’s Too Late
Many of us dream about owning a Porsche, but these prestigious cars don't come cheap. Or do they? Some models have yet to attract hefty price tags, but it's only a matter of time before values skyrocket. Check out the top 10 Porsche you need to buy right now.
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Why The 991 Porsche 911 Carrera T Is More Collectable Than A GT3
The Porsche 911 T is a surprisingly rare car and the very last narrow-body 911 to be produced
Right now, many Porsche enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the all-new 992 generation of the iconic sports car, while another group are fighting amongst themselves to get hold of the ever-p...
The Long Lost Lamborghini Miura Roadster
Built as a one-off concept car, this topless Miura disappeared form the automotive radar for decades.
The Lamborghini Miura is often credited as being the world’s first supercar thanks to its attention grabbing looks, high performance, and mid-engine layout. Its legacy is well documented and its...
20 Years Of James Bond's BMW Z8
Hardcore 007 fans questioned BMWs involvement in the franchise, but the Z8 won them over two decades ago today
James Bond. He needs no introduction. As the world’s most refined fictional secret agent, 007 remains famous for exercising his licence to kill in the name of Queen, country, and the od...
The Super SUV That Arrived A Decade Too Early: Spyker D12
The Spyker D12 Peking To Paris Concept car was ahead of its time, ultimately costing its success.
The notion of high performance SUVs is something we are all familiar with today. Just about everyone and their mother is building a premium high-riding car in a bid to cash-in on the booming fashion...
Bentley Boys VS The Blue Train: The Impossible Race
In 1930 Bentley Boy Woolf Barnato wagered that he could beat the famous Blue Train across France in his Bentley Speed Six.
The backbone of Bentley’s legend is forged from the stories of the ‘Bentley Boys’. These wealthy, but daring gentleman racers saw success in motorsport and served to be the ...
Can A Four-Cylinder F-Type Ever Live Up To Its Jaguar Heritage?
The Jaguar F-Type P300 has the handsome looks of its more potent siblings, but does it deserve its prestigious Jaguar badge?
The Goodwood Motor Circuit in England is the epitome of hallowed ground. Since 1948, it has hosted some of the most significant motorsport events in the world with its his...
The Audi R8 V12 TDi Is A Diesel Supercar From A Parallel Universe
Born in an era before the 'Dieselgate' scandal, this oil-burning Audi R8 concept rivaled Ferraris
Today diesel is a very dirty word in the vocabulary of casual motorists. After the Volkswagen diesel scandal was unearthed back in 2015, the fuel has been under increasing scrutiny, subject to bans,...
Top 10 V12 Engined Cars Of All-Time
There is something very special about 12 cylinder cars that commands respect from every corner of the automotive fraternity. V8s may rumble, and V10s make a distinctive howl, but only a V12 sings. These automotive orchestras are true works of art that deliver on soul, and a wealth of effortless t...
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