COVER STORY: CUP - The Porsche 911 epitomizes the relationship between sports car and race car. It is impossible to say which has more influence on the other, but one thing is clear: They are both better for the close relationship. We drive the 991.2 Cup Car, the latest in a long line of dedicated race cars, built from the basic road-going 911. After an amazing day at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, we come away with an entirely new respect not just for this car, but for purpose-built machines in general.   

911ST—the Forgotten Legend | The Cayman GT4 Refined |Reunited and It Feels So…

COVER STORY
The Return of Jaguar
The company started as a small
coachbuilder and has seen ups, downs,
and multiple changes in ownership. More
recently, it's gone from staring into the
abyss to being the enthusiast's choice. In
our special Jaguar section, we discuss the
past, present, and future of the iconic brand.
We tour the Classic Works facility in England
to explore where the brand came from. We
drive the new XF Sportbrake and XJR575 in
Portugal to get an idea of where it sits now.
Then, we talk to Jaguar insiders and look at
future products to see where the brand is
heading in the future.

COVER STORY
H&R’s Incredible BMW 318IS
Restoring and modifying a car is rarely
a logical decision. The idea of spending
countless hours and cubic dollars on a
27-year-old, four-cylinder, entry-level luxury
car should make anyone with any financial
sense squirm. When the head of H&R
North America began planning the build of
a 1991 BMW 318is, it was all in or nothing at
all. Bradley Brownell traveled to the Pacific
Northwest to drive the results of a project
build chasing e30 perfection.

Alfaholics specializes in restoring and
modifying classic Alfa Romeos for
discriminating customers. We go inside
the business and find out how it all began
before we take one of its coveted GTA-Rs
for a test drive.

A better Bimmer?
You’ve seen this Dinan M4 in a previous
issue of ec. This time, it’s back with more
power and a few more tricks to impress us
with. We loved it the first time, but as we’ve
said in the past, power is not what the M4
is missing. With a balanced performance
being such a tough tightrope to walk, can
Dinan add power

Worthersee Treffen 2017—A Celebration of Volkswagen.

What does a racer drive every day?..

The Audi S6 is near perfect, but how near?...

2018 Audi A5 and S5 Sportback.

2018 VW Atlas and Luftgekuhlt 2017 & more...

Return of the King? - For several decades, the BMW M5 defined what a sports sedan should be. It was big enough to carry the family, was absolutely driver focused while offering enough luxury to allow owners to justify its premium price. As time went on, a desire for a larger customer base meant sacrifices in multiple areas. After losing touch with what the car once was, BMW has ironically turned to technology in an effort to steer the M5 back toward its roots. We traveled to the South of France to try out the latest version to see if it does indeed have everything we expect, while also being mainstream friendly enough to fuel the record demand for super sedans.

The people’s platform, Volkswagen MQB - We take an early look at the new VW Atlas three-row SUV and then talk to the man responsible for MQB development, Dr. Elmar- Marius Licharz, at the Geneva Auto Show. 

200 mph in a Beetle - Jim Douglas and Tennessee Steinmetz never did this. Driving a VW Beetle to the magical 200-mph mark.

“Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” —A. Einstein - Brandon Scarpelli may work in the automotive aftermarket, but that doesn’t mean he threw every part he could at his own MK7 GTI. We take a look at how he handled the difficult task of improving on an already great car, without overdoing it.

Cool Runnings - Sports sedans are as good as they’ve ever been, but that hasn’t stopped enthusiasts from replacing them with luxurious, stylish, and performance-oriented SUVs. The segment is quickly morphing into the go-to for the do-everything family car, and we take a look at two of the latest and greatest competitors from Italy and Sweden. Volvo has long been the choice for family hauling but has made giant strides in style and luxury. Maserati has been at the leading edge of style but is now looking to bring an exotic edge to a more mainstream market .

Continental Tire 2.0T Grand Prix - We invited tuners and readers to bring their 2.0L turbocharged powered cars to compete on the Streets of Willow road course and show off what they can do on
the dyno. See how the best in the industry stack up in the real world.

Scientific Squish - We discover ways to make your car handle better without the huge sticker shock you’ve come to expect. Take a dive into the art and science of polyurethane bushings with Energy Suspension and Golf R.

Project VW Passat VR6 - Our family car is quickly morphing into a performance car with a set of fully adjustable coilovers that will allow us to dial-in a whole new personality.

Bull Race - We drive the latest Lamborghini Huracan GT3 race car. We strip away the technology and complication to find the spirit of performance.

Golf Club - The Volkswagen GTI Clubsport might be the highest performance example of the hot-hatch ever built. Is it still faithful to the original concept? We drive it in conditions that make car collectors cringe to find out if, it at its core, it’s still a Golf.

I Dreamt a Dream Tonight - Alfa Romeo is bringing the romance back to the sports sedan segment. We sample the Giulia Quadrifoglio on Sonoma Raceway and the beautiful surrounding roads to be reminded what a classic sports sedan should be.

Audi Allroad -  Americans don’t like wagons, or so they think. We drive Ingolstadt’s newest crossovers to see if this great vehicle will bring wagon haters back down.

Smart For Two Cabrio - Just because you don’t understand it, doesn’t mean you should dismiss it.

Lamborghini Huracan 580-2 Spyder - It doesn’t make sense, and that’s why people love it.

Dot Two Turbo - Porsche refreshes the 911 turbo and in the process, redefines the car’s character. A drive review encompassing road and street drives of the fastest 911 ever.

Photo Quest - Lisa Linke takes us along while she shoots the 24 Hours of Nürburgring.

Supreme GT3 - A Southern California tuner brings race components to the street.

The White Dragon - Living out a driving fantasy on one of America’s most legendary roads.

Stile50 - An Italian renaissance of driving pleasure.

Aston Martin: The Future Starts Now - A conversation with CEO Andy Palmer.

Bisimoto Builds a 911 - Famed car builder creates a Steve McQueen tribute 911.

Holiday Gift Guide - The true satisfaction is in the giving, even to yourself.

Reawakening of the Supercar - Aston Martin and Red Bull F1 join forces to redefine the modern high-tech supercar. It’s light, small, and surprisingly simple.

Audi - The beautifully brutal 600hp S8 Plus and the futuristically elegant S5.

Fiat - 124 Spider, the return of the attainable Italian sports car.

Jaguar - The XE sedan and F-Pace SUV are the two most important English cars in decades.

Mercedes-Benz - A broad spectrum, the C300 personal coupe, and the cavernous three-row GLS.

THE BMW ISSUE:

2016 BMW M4GTS - The M4 you've always wanted.

BMW CS Looks With M5 - Athleticism MKO builds the ultimate Franken-Bimmer.

BMW e30 and e46 M3 - We take a look at both ends of the M3’s golden years.

Rolloface e90 Lightweight - The M3 bares its soul.

M4 GTS Parts Guide - What you need to capture GTS magic in your F8X.

Motorsports MK1s - Two German showstoppers built for performance

Pirelli P Zero - We go to Spain to test out the latest iteration.

Swedish Chef -  Cooking up a crazy RS4 sedan Audi never made

Ruf Wide Body - This is an R.W.B. 911 we can get behind

Right ABT Now - An Audi TTS tuned to RS performance

Cayman GT4 and Clubsport - The mid-engine miracle demonstrates it’s all in the details

Jensen Interceptor - The ultimate turnkey restomod

AMG C63 by ACG Automotive - Building big power in minimal time

ULTIMATE AIR-COOLED 911 BUYER’S GUIDE - We ask the experts which classic 911 they would recommend

THE ’16 BMW M2 - We drive the most inspired M car in years.

ARIEL ATOM AND NOMAD - Sometimes it’s the simple things that make you the happiest

FSWERKS FORD FOCUS ST - Sharpening the Euro-American hot-hatch with a few select components

A RANGE ROVER WITH MORE CARACTERE - BK Motorsports takes a turn at the already elegant off-roader

2015 EUROPEAN CAR CONTINENTAL TIRE TUNER GP - Volkswagen tuners show off their talents using the original hot-hatch as the platform

ESSEN MOTORSHOW 2015 - Europe’s biggest and most important tuning and racing show

PERFORMANCE RACING INDUSTRY SHOW 2015 - It’s the SEMA for racers, and we show you the highlights

TRIUMPHANT RETURN -  Legendary European tuners combine to build a modern GTI with old-school cache

WHAT IS THE PERFECT PORSCHE - 911 GT3RS and Cayman GT4 at Road Atlanta

DESIGNED 911 - 911 design-built 964

991.2 FORCED PROGRESSION - The biggest change in 911 history

TIRE TALK - An interview with Pirelli’s head of motorsports

ROAD LESS TRAVELED - MOMO Magnus Walker road rally

BEST DAY EVER - Driving Jeff Zwart's Pikes Peak winner

RENNSPORT REUNION V - Porsche cars North America’s Woodstock

ART SCHOOL - TechArt reeducates Porsche’s small SUV

TECHART PORSCHE 991 TARGA - More style for the already unique 911

2015 MILLE MIGLIA - Running the old route in a modern Mercedes

WINTER TIRE BUYER’S GUIDE - The grip you need for the winter months

SEMA 2015 - Aftermarket overload at the biggest industry show in the country

EVOLUTIONARY FORCE - A look at next-generation 911 tech

LONG-TERM GTI PROJECT - Better living with geometry

INTERNATIONAL ENDURANCE RACING:DAYTONA-NÜRBURGRING-LE MANS

IF YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT CARS, WE HAVE YOUR BUCKET LIST.

PLUS! IAN CALLUM’S SPECTACULAR REIMAGINED JAGUAR MKII

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - All the stuff every car guy wants this year.

LEGENDS OF THE AUTOBAHN - The best event during Monterey Car Week?

GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED - England’s ultimate automotive lawn party

$28K ROUND OF GOLF - Pitting the Mk7 GTI against a pre-owned
Mk6 Golf R

WATERFEST 2015 - The hottest things in Jersey are water-cooled.

2015 SPORT AUTO - HIGH-PERFORMANCE DAYS European tuners throw down.

FORD FIGHT - Two European Ford hot-hatches battle it out.

GET OUT AND DRIVE - The SCCA makes it easier for enthusiasts to get on track.

’74 BMW 2002 - Clarion restores a cult classic with a touch of modernism.

BUILT TO SPEC - Supercar performance from BMW’s entry level coupe.

’15 BMW M4 MOTO GP SAFETY CAR - It takes a few choice modifications to stay out in front of a two-wheeled field.

15 PORSCHE 911 - Russian tuner Top Car puts its own twist on tuning.

RISI’S PIECES - An inside look at Risi Ferrari racing at Laguna Seca

MADE TO ORDER - McLaren MSO is in the custom car business.

SIMPLY PERFECT - A MK1 VW GTI becomes a fantasy fulfilled.

MOMO’S MAIN MAN - Henrique Cisneros talks about racing, Ferrari, and his new company.

VW HEAVEN - Worthersee Treffen—the best VW show in the world?

SNOW PROBLEM - Aston Martin DB9 around a frozen Nürburgring.

FELLOWSHIP OF THE RINGS - The story of Audi’s Quattro development.

PERSONALIZED PORSCHE - Taking a 911 Turbo to the GT extreme.

GAME OF THRONES - A Mini Cooper built for the king of seats.

RENAISSANCE MAN - A few minutes with Maserati’s CEO Harald Wester.

RENNSPORT COUNTDOWN - Porsche 956/962.

TURBO HAMMER - AMG’s new twin-turbo C63.

MEGA MACCA - Next-level mp4-12c from Evolution Motorsports.

PARTY OF ONE - Driving a BAC Mono in less-than-ideal conditions.

AUDI AUTONOMY - Riding along in two self-driving cars.

SHARK FIGHT - Magnus Walker and Sharkwerks.

AS BIG AS IT GETS - Brabus takes the ridiculous Mercedes AMG
6x6 to the next level.

TURBO TAILGATING - A VW Transport Van with real Autobahn-burning ability.

’16 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT-S - The sports car straight outta Affalterbach.

WAGONS HO - MTM builds a 200-mph Audi RS6 Wagon.

IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY - Corrado components make for a great Golf build.

AUDI PROLOGUE - An exclusive drive previewing the future of the brand.

SILVER SURFER - ’69 911 built for carving up canyons

RUNNING ON EMPTY - How far can an Audi A3 TDI travel on one tank?

NEVER ENOUGH - Continual development breeds a near perfect GTI.

SMALL VICTORIES - Flag to fag at Petit Le Mans

BMW E30 DTM TRIBUTE A fitting homage to a defining moment in European automotive history, GEAR The latest products for you and your car and more....

PORSCHE BOXSTER AND CAYMAN GTS Comparing the newest top-spec midengined cars on track, GIFT GUIDE
A collection of all the things you want this holiday season and more....

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