Likely nobody needs reminding of the Porsche Cayman’s popularity as a motorsport machine. While the name ‘718 GT4’ invariably conjures up a road car, because of its astonishing popularity, there have been plenty of racers sold under the same name. As well as the one-make Porsche Sprint Challenge Great Britain (and others in Europe), the … Read more
The V8 is making a shock comeback, thanks to a green light from US regulators and foot-dragging among high-end car buyers. Stellantis, Lotus and Mercedes-Benz are among those reinstalling V8s into their line-up, and new Chinese car makers are working on their first-ever versions. v8s-making-shock-comeback-as-luxury-base-chase-emotion
The heat has been splitting the flags outside Shed’s workshop this week. It’s been so hot he’s had to work in nothing more than his string vest and underpants and yellow scaffolder’s boots. There’s a massive old upright freezer in the yard that he’s managed to get working for lollies and other essential cooling aids. … Read more
Patience is a virtue, the saying goes, and in Protean Electric’s case, persistence and hard work have paid off. Protean’s in-wheel motor (IWM) technology is being adopted by Renault to power its 5 Turbo 3E, which is due to go on sale in early 2027 as the first European car to be fitted with IWMs. Protean … Read more