hot hatches
Why the 2017 Honda Civic Type R Doesn’t Have All-Wheel Drive
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It would appear, at least on paper, that the 2017 Honda Civic Type R stands at a major disadvantage compared to its rivals.
2018 Ford Focus RS Gets Standard Limited-Slip Differential
North American-exclusive 2018 Ford Focus RS marks end of production run for current generation hot hatch.
Honda Civic Type R Reclaims Nurburgring Lap Record
New Civic Type R lapped famed ‘Ring more than three seconds faster than Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S.
2017 Ford Focus RS Review
After years of waiting, Ford has finally answered the call, delivering the Focus RS to North American shores for the first time.
2017 Ford Focus RS vs Volkswagen Golf R
There haven’t been two more natural competitors than the Volkswagen Golf R and Ford Focus RS since Coyote and Roadrunner.
VW Golf R400 Production Confirmed
After much speculation, the high-power Volkswagen Golf R400 has been confirmed for production…again.
How You Can Buy a Focus RS in America This Weekend
The Ford Focus RS is one of those things that car geeks in America tend to hold in especially high, but totally unfounded regard.
2015 Ford Focus ST to Debut at Goodwood
Ford will reveal an updated version of its Focus ST hot hatch on Friday at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Ford Focus RS Could Come Back for 2016
Hold your breath, cross those fingers and hop on one foot because it sounds like Ford is serious about releasing a new Focus RS.
MINI JCW GP to Be Hatch Only
As MINI prepares to debut its John Cooper Works (JCW) GP model at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, the British automaker has all but confirmed that the high-performance model will come in hatchback form only.
MINI Paceman, JCW GP Making US Debut: 2012 LA Auto Show Preview
Two exciting MINI models will be making their U.S. debut at the 2012 L.A. Auto Show later this month.
Audi RS3 Due for Sale in 2014: Exec Says
Audi might be releasing the hardcore performance version of its upcoming A3 sooner than expected.
2013 Audi S3 Heats up German Compact Segment
With stylish, understated execution, the 2013 Audi S3 sport hatch s yet another car from Audi sitting on the floor during the 2012 Paris Motor Show that you can’t have.
MINI JCW GP is All Caps for a Reason – Video
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As a part of the ever evolving language of the Internet, if you’re writing in all caps, you’re screaming. That’s what MINI appears to be doing with its new JCW GP model; and rightly so.
2014 Volkswagen Golf R Caught Testing in Spy Photos
Topping the brand’s hot hatch range, the 2014 Volkswagen Golf R is appearing today for the first time in spy photos with a few visibile changes over the current model.
2012 VW Golf R Priced from $33,990
It’s almost here… the most powerful Golf to ever be sold on U.S. soil, and Volkswagen has just released official pricing with the 2-door model starting at $33,990. An over $10,000 premium from the GTI, the Golf R adds custom bodywork, a retuned suspension system, 18-inch wheels and upgraded brakes, plus tighter steering. But that’s…
New Honda Civic Type R ‘Under Development’
Exactly what features this new ‘hot’ Civic will incorporate remains to be seen, though expect suspension and styling tweaks, standard six-speed manual gearbox and a uniquely tuned four-cylinder engine.
Fiat 500 Abarth Set for LA Auto Show Debut
For any car guy worth his mettle, the one Fiat to look forward to hasn’t been the cabriolet, the electric one, or even the Gucci edition—it’s been the fire-breathing Abarth, the one we thought would only be sequestered in the Italian boot. But we Yanks are indeed getting the Abarth, and we’ll get a glimpse…
SEMA 2010: Ford Focus RS Is Ken Block’s Personal Car
As if we needed another reason to be jealous of Ken Block. The millionaire entrepreneur and rally driver has a full sponsorship package with both Ford and Monster Energy Drinks just got a brand spanking new Ford Focus RS thanks to The Blue Oval’s generosity. Wearing Michigan manufacturer plates, the Focus RS is painted in…
