Joshua Thompson

News editor — Joshua deals with numbers for a living, but cars are his lifelong passion. He loves all, from his dream Stingray through to his first car, a Mercury Tracer.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen ID R Pikes Peak record run (2018 race) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 Volkswagen ID R Pikes Peak set a record time of 7:57.148 minutes in the hands of Romain Dumas during the 2018 race.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen ID R Pikes Peak launch (2018) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 Volkswagen ID R Pikes Peak is an electric race car with 500kW (670hp), and designed to conquer the famous hillclimb course.

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan (2019, V177, fourth generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The (V177) 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan is significantly shorter than the C117 CLA, but has a longer wheelbase, and the latest MBUX infotainment system.

Suzuki

2019 Suzuki Jimny: Retro looks, all new platform, lots of offroading fun

by Joshua Thompson

The 2019 Suzuki Jimny has a new “heritage” body, a new ladder frame and platform, and serious offroad ability with a 4WD system and low range gearing.

Comparison

2019 Honda HR-V vs 2016-2018: Facelift differences & changes compared

by Joshua Thompson

The second generation Honda HR-V facelift is now available. See the changes between the 2019 model, and the 2016, 2017 and 2018 versions.

Audi

Audi Q3 (2019, second generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2019 Audi Q3 is significantly larger than before, rides on the MQB platform, Virtual Cockpit instruments, and a touchscreen MMI system.

Renault

2019 Renault Megane RS Trophy: Even more power for hot hatch

by Joshua Thompson

The 2019 Renault Megane RS Trophy has a more powerful 1.8L turbo 4-cylinder engine, now with 300hp (224kW) and other performance and handling upgrades.

Toyota