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Jacob Oliva,

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Articles by Jacob Oliva

Dodge Viper left abandoned in a barn for years gets intense detailing

Dodge Viper left abandoned in a barn for years gets intense detailing

The detailing crew proceeded with the job with two conditions that the owner should meet.

By Brian Potter 10 April 2023

American tourist in Ferrari fined €470 for driving in an Italian piazza

American tourist in Ferrari fined €470 for driving in an Italian piazza

The piazza is one of the most historic and famous tourist hotspots in Florence, Italy.

By Brian Potter 10 April 2023

Pagani Zonda F scale model restoration is a painfully complex process

Pagani Zonda F scale model restoration is a painfully complex process

Watch the detailed restoration work done by an expert, step by step.

By Brian Potter 10 April 2023

01:50 Spy photos

Catch 2024 Audi Q8 on the move while cold testing in Scandinavia

Catch 2024 Audi Q8 on the move while cold testing in Scandinavia

The flagship Audi SUV is getting a facelift for 2024, with a launch that's likely happening this year.

By Brian Potter 10 April 2023

16:30 Races and Chases

UK: BMW M3 generations drag race shows performance improvements since 1986

UK: BMW M3 generations drag race shows performance improvements since 1986

Where does your favourite BMW M3 stand in this drag race across all generations?

By Jacob Oliva 9 April 2023

Watch a rusty Toyota Celica Group B rally car get fully restored

Watch a rusty Toyota Celica Group B rally car get fully restored

It's a championship-winning car, said to be driven by FIA president Mohammed bin Sulayem.

By Jacob Oliva 8 April 2023

02:15 Crashes / Wrecks

See medical plane in Australia land on highway to help injured SUV driver

See medical plane in Australia land on highway to help injured SUV driver

The SUV crashed in a remote location in the outback, with the driver left in a life-threatening situation.

By Brian Potter 7 April 2023

Crashes / Wrecks

See classic Corvette crash to ground with owner's hopes and dreams

See classic Corvette crash to ground with owner's hopes and dreams

There's nothing more painful than seeing your car getting wrecked right before your eyes.

By Brian Potter 6 April 2023

Original Dodge Viper had BMW headlights, other secrets revealed

Original Dodge Viper had BMW headlights, other secrets revealed

Roy Sjoberg, the engineer behind the Viper project, revealed some Viper facts on video.

By Brian Potter 6 April 2023

Aftermarket / Tuning

BMW M2 CS receives whopping 660-bhp tune from G-Power

BMW M2 CS receives whopping 660-bhp tune from G-Power

The German tuner said that a tuning package for the new M2 will also be revealed soon.

By Brian Potter 5 April 2023

Tyre test shows shocking difference between cheap, premium brands

Tyre test shows shocking difference between cheap, premium brands

Are cheap tyres good enough to be safe?

By Brian Potter 4 April 2023

Hyundai isn't closing doors to using synthetic fuels for ICE

Hyundai isn't closing doors to using synthetic fuels for ICE

The Korean company is bullish on electrification and hydrogen power for now.

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

Audi Q6 E-Tron rendering unwraps close-to-production prototype teaser

Audi Q6 E-Tron rendering unwraps close-to-production prototype teaser

Here's an unofficial look at the upcoming Q6 E-Tron before its debut this year.

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

18:34 Races and Chases

Can Porsche 911 Turbo S win against McLaren 765LT in a drag race?

Can Porsche 911 Turbo S win against McLaren 765LT in a drag race?

These two European rockets have met each other before, but is the result different this time?

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

00:30 Video games

Gran Turismo 7's latest update adds five new cars, including an MPV

Gran Turismo 7's latest update adds five new cars, including an MPV

The update is free and also includes two new Nurburgring layouts and a new Scapes location.

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

Mercedes GLS facelift teased prior to April debut

Mercedes GLS facelift teased prior to April debut

The refreshed seven-seater is up for debut and here's the first official, albeit, shadowy look.

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

Bugatti Baby II championship will see adults and kids racing in the UK

Bugatti Baby II championship will see adults and kids racing in the UK

The race will happen across three of the UK’s most iconic automotive and motor racing locations.

By Brian Potter 3 April 2023

Porsche has built more 911 race cars than other special-edition models

Porsche has built more 911 race cars than other special-edition models

The Cup 911 has become one of the most widely produced racing vehicles in the world.

By Brian Potter 2 April 2023

Vanception: Can a Suzuki Every fit inside a Mercedes Sprinter?

Vanception: Can a Suzuki Every fit inside a Mercedes Sprinter?

Is the Sprinter van huge enough to accommodate another van inside?

By Brian Potter 2 April 2023

Slot car track built into replica Porsche 917 body looks amazing

Slot car track built into replica Porsche 917 body looks amazing

This miniature piece of motorsports history is for sale with a current bid of £68,700.

By Brian Potter 2 April 2023

Celebrity / Entertainment

BMW XM will get a one-off version designed by Naomi Campbell

BMW XM will get a one-off version designed by Naomi Campbell

The model/actress joins the BMW XM's worldwide launch under the motto "Dare to be You."

By Brian Potter 2 April 2023

Manufacturing / Production

Aston Martin DBX707 lightweight version under consideration

Aston Martin DBX707 lightweight version under consideration

The DBX's modular platform allows for easy adjustments without re-engineering the underpinnings.

By Brian Potter 30 March 2023

Forza Horizon 5 Series 19 updates include four new cars, launch control

Forza Horizon 5 Series 19 updates include four new cars, launch control

The release comes with the new Rally Adventure expansion, headlined by the Ford Lightning.

By Brian Potter 29 March 2023

BMW 4 Series Coupe facelift rendering tries to shed camo from spy shots

BMW 4 Series Coupe facelift rendering tries to shed camo from spy shots

The 4er is undergoing its Life Cycle Impulse, expected to be unveiled later this year.

By Brian Potter 28 March 2023

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