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Ford Capri and Renault 5 revival at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Ford Capri revival has faced a lot of flak… but are buyers put off? Here’s what visitors to the Festival of Speed had to say

Published 23 July 2024
By Will Dron
Use of the Capri name for a new electric SUV bothers enthusiasts, but on this evidence the new Ford could still be popular.
Alfa Romeo Junior

Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce review

Alfa Romeo has remembered that the key to creating a good sports car is engineering in fun, even when the power comes from an electric motor.
Published 09 July 2024
Citroën e-C3 front driving

Citroën C3 and e-C3 2024 review

The new Citroen C3 will be available in petrol, electric and hybrid form. It's also been turned into a crossover. Ruined or better than ever?
Published 05 June 2024

Cupra Tavascan 2024 review

Cupra's second electric car is an SUV coupé with a funky design inside and out. Will Dron finds out if it's style over substance.
Published 04 June 2024
2024 Jeep Wrangler on road

Jeep Wrangler 2024 review

The new Jeep Wrangler adds refinement, tech and off-road capability, but still doesn't quite make the grade, says Will Dron.
Published 13 May 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N rear viewing on track cornering front view

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 2024 review

The first true electric hot hatch isn't really a hot hatch, says Will Dron. But it's bloody good fun.
Published 20 March 2024
Maserati Grecale Folgore 2024 front 3/4 view driving

Maserati Grecale Folgore 2024 review

Maserati’s first battery-powered EV is a lovely thing but Will Dron hoped for a little more.
Published 18 March 2024
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio 2024

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio review

Sports-focused Italian SUV updates make a big difference, says Will Dron.
Published 16 March 2024
2024 Tesla Model 3 driving

Updated Tesla Model 3 review

The new Tesla Model 3 has sharper looks, improved infotainment and uprated suspension. Will Dron likes the car but wouldn't want to own one.
Published 25 January 2024
Kia EV9 driving

Kia EV9 electric seven-seat SUV review

The big EV9 fills a tiny but important niche, and will keep Volvo's boss awake at night, reckons Will Dron.
Published 11 December 2023
Peugeot e-308

Peugeot e-308 review

The Peugeot e-308 looks great and drives even better than the petrol 308... but there's one major issue that can't be overlooked, says Will Dron.
Published 07 December 2023
Alan Mann Racing (AMR) ePower Mustang electric restomod

AMR Mustang ePower review

A classic Ford Mustang with electric power, air con and a touchscreen, from a renowned British racing outfit. Will Dron is intrigued.
Published 07 November 2023
Vauxhall Corsa Electric Long Range 2023

Vauxhall Corsa Electric review

The new Vauxhall Corsa Electric is updated in design, technology and performance. Will Dron takes it for a road test in Frankfurt.
Published 10 October 2023