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Launched at the end of 2020, Toyota‘s plucky 4WD 3-banger, the GR Yaris, still represents everything a Hot Hatch should and is widely regarded as one of the best bang-for-your-buck performance cars money can buy.A favourite with tuners, track day enthusiasts and racers alike, these cars were designed to be driven enthusiastically, and the subculture built up around them certainly agrees, with cars being pushed to their limits and beyond.All that fun does eventually start to ask questions …

Almost 40 years ago, Jaguar launched the XJ40, reviving the company’s image as a world-class provider of luxury saloons. Less than a decade later, it would repeat the feat with the XJ X300 series – the first Jaguar car produced entirely under Ford ownership.Now more likely to be restored than used as a daily driver, time and long-distance motoring have softened these big cats in all the wrong places, and bush replacements can restore some poise and precision, as proven with our well-esta …

As the new car market continues to sway towards affordable SUVs, Korean vehicle manufacturer Hyundai and sister brand Kia have been firmly at the forefront of this shift.Having produced mid-sized SUVs and crossovers for the last 20 years, models like the Tucson and Sportage are now core to the brands’ identity. And this week’s release is a problem solver for these family favourites. PFR26-311 Rear Lower Control Arm Bush is being introduced to cure the common issue of worn rubber rear arm …

Here at Powerflex HQ, the R53 Mini Cooper Sand more extreme Works GP hold a special place in our hearts. Retro styling, go-kart-like handling and a revvy, supercharged engine all combine perfectly for a fantastic hot-hatch package. A true modern classic in the making. Like many cars of its age, the original rubber bushes will be beyond their best, especially something as stressed as the lower engine mount which perishes and cracks, leading to excessive engine movement. So this week, we are plea …

When lifting a vehicle using a trolley jack, it’s critical to ensure that the jack is going to fit the vehicle securely, and manufacturers often fit specific lifting points to allow this process to be done with confidence. Due to popular demand, this week we are pleased to announce the release of our new PF1-1260 Jack Pad Adaptor for the cross-platform Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio, and the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte VIMade from Black 95A durometer PU for durability and designed to fit on …