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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Baby on board: Hyundai launches 24-hour Kona Electric ‘Rest Drives’

Aimed at families, the extended Rest Drive should ensure parents get the most out of testing the Hyundai Kona EV.

Porsche 911 S/T pays tribute to Le Mans winner found in a barn

Created by Porsche’s Sonderwunsch department, the custom 911 S/T pays tribute to a classic race car that won its class at Le Mans in 1972.

1 in 4 van drivers had tools stolen last year

New research has found an increase in the level of crime affecting van drivers, with 28 percent reporting tool thefts in 2024.

Porsche delays new electric cars in favour of petrol power

Porsche's forthcoming new flagship SUV will now come with petrol and hybrid powertrains, instead of being fully electric.

308.4mph! Yangwang U9 becomes the world’s fastest production car

Going beyond 300mph, the electric Yangwang U9 Xtreme has claimed an important speed record for the Chinese marque.

How to use your car’s life-saving emergency eCall system

Millions of vehicles in the UK are fitted with eCall, but many drivers don't know how to use it. We explain how the technology works.

Diesel shock: market share plunges 87 percent in a decade

In the 10 years since the 'Dieselgate' scandal, UK drivers have turned their backs on diesel cars, with petrol engines now far more popular.

Lexus Glam LX is an SUV with a built-in wardrobe and nail salon

A one-off concept to show what the luxury SUV can become, the Lexus Glam LX has received a beauty-inspired makeover.

New Dacia Duster Cargo: budget van to cost from £22,995

Based on the latest Dacia Duster SUV, the practical Cargo van is available to order now. It's much pricier than its predecessor, however.

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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 secure your car with an OBD port locking device

We explain how to prevent your car being stolen by criminals who target its On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port.

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.

British F1 star Lando Norris has a brand-new McLaren company car

Teenage British F1 star Lando Norris took delivery of the bright orange 570S supercar from the McLaren Technology Centre