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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Ford Raptor R to reach 1,000hp with Hennessey upgrades

Tuning company Hennessey has announced a new upgrade package for the Ford Raptor R pickup truck, boosting output to nearly 1,000hp.

One-off classic 911 Targa celebrates 50 years of Porsche Design

A unique 1972 911S 2.4 Targa has been restored to mark Porsche Design’s 50th anniversary. And it's up for auction soon.

New Abarth 500e is a feisty electric hot hatchback

The Abarth version of the electric Fiat 500e serves up 155hp for 0-62mph in 7.0 seconds, plus the promise of real on-track ability.

Recycle your toy cars to help vulnerable children this Christmas

A new charity venture will see second-hand toy cars donated to vulnerable families this Christmas. Here's how you can help.

How to prevent car and travel sickness

We examine the causes of car sickness – including looking at mobile phones and a lack of fresh air – and explain how you can prevent it.

Luxury car ownership in UK grew by 9% last year

Supercars and other luxury vehicles became more popular than ever during 2021, driven by the success of cryptocurrency investors.

ULEZ expansion nets huge £94m bonus for Transport for London

Analysis by the RAC finds the larger London Ultra-Low Emission Zone has raised nearly £94 million in its first year.

Manual override: new ‘less is more’ Porsche 911 Carrera T revealed

For the first time in the 992-generation, the base Carrera engine will be offered with a manual gearbox. Meet the new Porsche 911 T.

Porsche updates its electric bike range for more performance

The Porsche eBike Sport and eBike Cross deliver electric-assisted fun on two wheels. They're cheaper than a 911, too.

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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.