Crash test
Automatic braking systems won’t work if sensors are knocked
Business

Driver assist tech needs standard failure warning, says UK insurance body

UK insurance group Thatcham is concerned at safety systems that leave drivers in the dark when they need repairs

9 March 2020
Driver assist tech needs standard failure warning, says UK insurance body
Flat-six engine
The 4.0-litre flat-six engines used by the 718 dodge the need fo turbos thanks to clever tech
Technology

Under the skin: How Porsche revived flat-six engines for the 718

Various efficiency-saving measures such as adaptive cylinder control allow new GT4 and GTS 718 Caymans and Boxsters to spurn turbocharging

9 March 2020
Under the skin: How Porsche revived flat-six engines for the 718
Hot Renault trio - tracking front
Three hot Renaults: all different, but the family resemblance is definitely there
Features

From R26R to Trophy-R: driving the ultimate Renaultsport Meganes

The R26R went down in hot hatch history, but has it been surpassed by its successors? We gather the best to find out

8 March 2020
From R26R to Trophy-R: driving the ultimate Renaultsport Meganes
Porsche 911 2019 - tracking side
Porsche 911 is a handling king
Features

The anatomy of handling: What makes the perfect driver's car?

We all recognise incredible handling when we experience it. But defining this elusive quality is more tricky. We ponder the issue

8 March 2020
The anatomy of handling: What makes the perfect driver's car?
Slideshow

Wings: history's greatest car spoilers

Spoilers may be seen as a way of making a car look sporty, but for powerful cars they're an aerodynamic must. We take a look at the wildest wings we’ve ever seen

7 March 2020
Wings: history's greatest car spoilers
Slideshow

Wings: history's greatest car spoilers

Spoilers may be seen as a way of making a car look sporty, but for powerful cars they're an aerodynamic must. We take a look at the wildest wings we’ve ever seen

7 March 2020
Wings: history's greatest car spoilers
Slideshow

Greatest cars ever made with pop-up headlights

Pop-up headlights have disappeared today on new cars – which makes them even cooler. These are the best we’ve ever seen

7 March 2020
Greatest cars ever made with pop-up headlights
Porsche Taycan Turbo S - tracking front
"The traditions of 600-mile-a-day trips will continue to be possible, at speed and in style"
Features

Evolution of the GT: Polestar 1 vs AMG GT63 vs Porsche Taycan

Is ‘road to zero’ new car legislation about to consign the grand touring car to the history books? After a couple of days in the company of the latest ultra-modern GTs, we think not

7 March 2020
Evolution of the GT: Polestar 1 vs AMG GT63 vs Porsche Taycan
Bentley Blower continuation - parts
The Blower resurgence project is led by experienced Mulliner engineer Glyn Davies (pictured above)
Features

How Bentley is recreating its legendary 4.5-litre Blower

The Crewe-based luxury carmaker is building just 12 of these ultra-exclusive £1.5 million continuations. We meet the man in charge

7 March 2020
How Bentley is recreating its legendary 4.5-litre Blower
New cars

Mulliner expansion continues with horse-themed Bentley Continental GT

Equestrian Edition is inspired by the Cheltenham Festival and follows the launch of the £1.5m Mulliner Bacalar

6 March 2020
Mulliner expansion continues with horse-themed Bentley Continental GT

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