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About Steve
- - Founder of Drivers Republic (DR), business advisor but most importantly a lifelong enthusiast of cars, bikes and anything with an engine. Website: http://www.skiddmark.com Contact: steve@drivers-republic.com
Articles written by Steve
New in-car video of BMW’s 1 Series M Coupe. But is it an M car?
Earlier today we questioned whether BMW's new 1 Series M Coupe was a pukka M car in the mould of the M3, M5 & M6 or perhaps part of the new sub-class that 'borrows' some of M Division's core values without truly ticking all the boxes. BMW broke its own rules with the X6 M and
Peugeot announces the 508
There was a time when Peugeot made great drivers cars although recently we've noted some promising signs of a recovery - the 308 CC rewards enthusiastic pedalling and the new RCZ has genuine appeal both visually and for its driving dynamics. So we look towards Peugeot's forthcoming 508 with a modicum of hope if
BMW previews the 1 Series M Coupé
Last week BMW offered us enthusiasts a sneak peek at a forthcoming new M model - named '1 Series M Coupé', BMW decided against using the 'M1' label for its entry-level M car preferring to following their second (sub?) nomenclature approach. Dr. Kay Segler, CEO of BMW M GmbH, explains; "BMW M1 is a name with
We’re back in business
Sunday July 4th 2010 was a notable day in the history of the world wide web, hundreds of iTunes users had their accounts hacked by a rogue Vietnamese developer, YouTube was hacked in a prank targeted against Justin Bieber and Wikipedia went down for a few hours due to a power outage. Twitter was
Audi secures pole position at the Nürburgring 24-hour race
So far so good for Audi’s “super team” in the 2010 Nürburgring 24 hours – thanks to a new lap record they’re in pole position for tomorrow’s gruelling day and night blast through the German countryside. Yesterday's first qualifying session for the 2010 Nürburgring 24 Hours was red-flagged after just three hours - with thick fog
Volkswagen reveals the GTI Excessive Concept and limited edition Adidas
To mark the annual Wörthersee Show in Austria, Volkswagen has honed the Golf GTI to create a new concept plus a limited-edition model due to go on sale in June 2010. The aptly named GTI Excessive is developed from a series of small but effective modifications to the vehicle’s running gear to create a sharper, more
BMW debuts its 450 PS M3 GTS – the fastest ever M3
Hot on the heels of Porsche's new track-ready model announced earlier this morning, BMW follow on with their 444 bhp M3 GTS. The headline details were revealed to us last November, namely a stripped out and lightened M3, with only two seats but fitted with a 4.4 litre version of the standard cars' 4.0
The boss is back: Porsche’s new Gen2 911 GT2 RS
Getting behind the wheel of the Gen1 997 GT2 was one of the most special experiences available to a car enthusiast whether they be a seasoned racer or capable newcomer. The way the GT2 launched itself down the road with barely abated thrust from its twin-turbo flat six engine is still a memory that
Alfa Romeo celebrates 60 years since winning the first European F1 race
Sixty years ago this week (13th May), Alfa Romeo completed an historic 1-2-3 finish at the first ever Formula One European Championship race, which was held at Silverstone motor racing circuit. Italian driver, Giuseppe Farina, dominated proceedings to bring home his 300bhp 158 race car - also known as the Alfetta - ahead of fellow Alfa
Episode 2 of Audi’s The Next Big Thing: “Why does everyone know my name?”
Last week we reviewed the first episode in this 6-part series and whilst there were many things to admire about it - namely the lovely Dania Ramirez - we felt that it fell rather short of the standard set by BMW Films with its "The Hire" series. The second episode was released this
