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Exploring the aston martin V8 vantage “77” edition
The idea of a V8 Vantage “77” edition sits right at the crossroads of analogue driving pleasure, motorsport-inspired engineering and Aston Martin’s ultra-rare One‑77 halo car era. For anyone who loves front‑engined GTs with real character, the concept is fascinating:…
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Mitsubishi evolution evo 9: is it still competitive?
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 9 sits at a fascinating crossroads: modern enough to feel fast and exploitable, old enough to be regarded as a modern classic. For many enthusiasts, it represents the peak of turbocharged, rally-bred four-door performance, long before…
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BMW M5 brake horsepower compared across models
The BMW M5 has always lived and died by its brake horsepower figures. From the original E28 to the latest G90 plug‑in hybrid super saloon, each generation has redefined how much power a practical four‑door can realistically use on the…
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How to map out and test an EGR valve
When an engine has rough idle, flat spots on acceleration or a stubborn emissions failure, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve is often high on the list of suspects. Yet simply replacing the valve without understanding how it works, how…
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Mazda RX‑8 R3: performance and ownership guide
The Mazda RX‑8 R3 occupies a rare niche: a high‑revving, naturally aspirated rotary coupé that can still carry four adults and their weekend bags. For drivers who enjoy precision more than straight‑line bravado, the R3’s combination of a 9000rpm 13B‑MSP…
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Ryanair car seat policy explained for travelling drivers
Flying with a car seat on a low-cost carrier can feel like trying to translate two sets of safety rules at once: aviation standards on one side, road traffic regulations on the other. For travelling drivers, especially those heading straight…
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A look back at the 2000 honda civic type R
The 2000 Honda Civic Type R, chassis code EK9, sits at an interesting crossroads in hot hatch history. It blends old-school, high-revving VTEC character with a level of chassis focus that would not look out of place on a modern…
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Ford 1.5 EcoBoost engine: reliability & issues
The Ford 1.5 EcoBoost sits in an awkward place in many buyers’ minds. On paper it offers the performance of a larger naturally aspirated petrol with the tax advantages of a downsized turbo engine. In practice, it carries the baggage…
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2015 porsche cayman coupe: specs & value
The 2015 Porsche Cayman coupe sits at a sweet spot in modern sports-car history. It combines a naturally aspirated flat-six, a relatively compact footprint and a level of chassis sophistication that still embarrasses many newer, more powerful cars. For drivers…
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Aston martin vantage: what does a service really cost?
Running an Aston Martin Vantage is as much about head as heart. The car itself is emotional; the numbers on the invoices are not. If you are looking at a V8 Vantage from the mid‑2000s, a 2019 AMG‑engined car or…
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