John Redfern

U.S. Editor with a love of all things Americana. Woodgrain-clad station wagons and ridiculous muscle cars a speciality.

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Government urged to ‘axe the pavement tax’ for EV charging

FairCharge is calling for the government to cut VAT on public electric car charging, bringing it into line with domestic electricity rates.

Aston Martin opens its doors to ambitious women and girls

To mark International Women’s Day next month, Aston Martin will welcome women and girls to its famous Newport Pagnell works.

National Highways in £8m boost to EV charging at motorway services

National Highways will supply giant battery packs inside shipping containers to improve EV charging at motorway services across the UK.

Updated Porsche app will point you to the best driving roads

First launched in 2019, Porsche has upgraded its Roads iOS smartphone app to help drivers find the most scenic and enjoyable routes.

Audi TT bows out after 25 years with high-spec Final Edition

As the Audi TT celebrates its 25th anniversary, a special Final Edition model will mark the end of production.

Tool theft from vans soars by 25% across London

New police data has found that one-third of all London tool theft is from vehicles, with huge increases seen since 2021

Average EV charge cost down – but peak rates still pricier than petrol

The AA’s latest EV Recharge report shows overall public charging costs for electric cars have fallen. However, peak-rate prices are costly.

Wiesmann Project Thunderball electric sports car sold out until 2025

The first year of production for Wiesmann’s electric Project Thunderball roadster has now been sold, with deliveries due in 2024.

Restomod Defender 110 debuts with V8, air-ride and Subaru paint

Finished in Subaru Sunshine Orange, this restomod Land Rover Defender 110 by US-based ECD Automotive Design is anything but subtle.

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Formula 1 to launch online Virtual Grand Prix Series this weekend

With multiple races on the 2020 F1 calendar postponed, officials have moved to create a special online esports championship with current drivers taking part

How to keep your car safe with an OBD port locking device

Criminals are using high-tech equipment to steal cars. We explain how to stop your car's On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port being exploited.

The biggest and most flamboyant American cars

We reveal the 21 longest American cars from the ‘land yacht’ era of the 1960s through to the early 1980s

How to protect your car from catalytic converter theft

Catalytic converter theft can be inconvenient and expensive, with hybrid cars particularly affected. We explain how to minimise the risk.

Rare Subaru Impreza 22B sells for more than $310,000

One of only 400 examples made for the Japanese market, the Impreza 22B STI was imported under the Show or Display exemption.