Mazda MX-5, Miata, Mazda, MX-5, 2019

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Mazda has today unveiled the updated MX-5 sports car ahead of the 2019 model year, with the biggest update being something Mazda MX-5 fans have been begging for – more power!  The updates apply to both the soft-top roadster and hard-top convertible RF models.   The 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine … Read moreContinue Reading

Speed Kills, Speed doesn't kill, does speed kill, Torquing Cars, Speed

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and why granny won’t be coming to Christmas anymore, kids… I’d like to imagine there are hordes of people my parents’ age roaming around with eye-patches and only one eye.  It was crammed down my throat from a young age that the consequence of anything and everything was to lose … Read moreContinue Reading

Tech Talk, What are Differentials, differemtial, diff, LSD, locking diff, e-diff, Torquing Cars

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When we think of the basic driveline elements of a car, the engine, gearbox, and driven wheels are our first and often only thoughts as critical elements responsible for driving.  But there’s a lesser thought of device that plays a big, big role – the differential.  The differential plays a … Read moreContinue Reading

Polestar, Polestar 1, Volvo Polestar, Torquing Cars

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After we gave you your first look at the new Polestar 1 – the first model from Polestar after establishing themselves as a standalone performance electric brand – today the Swedish based firm has unveiled the Polestar 1 in full.   Based upon the SPA modular architecture that underpins the … Read moreContinue Reading

BMW, M4, M3, CFRP driveshaft, CFRP, Torquing Cars

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We all love carbon fibre.  Not only does it make a car look ominous, imposing, and totally badass, but the weight savings are a huge plus.  It’s why we love that cars like the Alfa Romeo Giulia feature CFRP (Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic) driveshafts right from the base spec models … Read moreContinue Reading