Articles by Alex Kersten

7 Ways To 'Encourage' Your Girlfriend To Become A Car Girl
A lot of us guys know what it's like to go on a first date with a girl only to be told by her that she's not a car lover. You're instantly filled with disappointment and regret, but there is a solution. Here's how to 'encourage' her love of cars...
Watch Chris Harris Lose His Mind Over The New McLaren 570S
CT friend Mr. Harris gets to grips with the new baby Mac, the 570S. Here's what makes it a "mega fun" drift hooligan!
Shocking Footage Shows A Crazy Man With A Machete Get Taken Out By 2 Cars
When a man in the street swings his machete at passing cars, a couple of drivers take it upon themselves to take the guy out with their respective vehicles. Amazingly, the guy gets back up, after which police sirens are heard...

Which Wrap Design Suits Project MX-5 Best?
I'm still looking for the perfect wrap design for Project MX-5, and now, CT's head of Design, James, has got involved. Vote for your favourite!

What It's Like Driving A Project Car 1000+ Miles In One Weekend
I'm just back from the trip of a lifetime with my CT friends and my project car called Phil. Here's what my journey into the unknown was like....
This Plucky Civic SB Fights It Out With A Pantera Gr4 In The Ultimate David vs Goliath Battle
This plucky, 650kg Civic SB takes on the V8-powered Pantera Gr4 in a noisy battle of David vs Goliath!
F1 Brake Testing Is Something You Have To See
Testing an F1 braking system takes a lot of heat, serious pressure and the coolest set of calipers you've ever seen!
This Is All That Remains Of Jon Olsson's Former RS6 DTM
Jon Olsson's former RS6 DTM was stolen late last night, then set on fire...this is all that remains of the stricken beast

Jon Olsson's Former RS6 DTM Has Been Burnt To The Ground
Jon Olsson's former RS6 DTM was stolen in an armed robbery last night. Shortly after, it was burnt to the ground never to be enjoyed again...
This Is Why You Don't Get On The Wrong Side Of A Tow Truck Driver
For reasons unknown, this tow truck driver is using a motorbike as a makeshift battering ram to penetrate an SUV's interior...
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This Is How Ferrari Engineered 769bhp From Its Amazing V12 Engine
Ferrari's new F12tdf is the F12 race car for the road with significantly more power, more torque and better performance numbers. Here's what Ferrari did to to squeeze 769bhp from its amazing V12 engine
Tesla's Autopilot Function Seems Scary As Hell, But It Works Brilliantly
Jalopnik got behind the wheel of the Model S, then proceeded to do very little else except get freaked out a little as the Tesla navigated itself around using its astonishing 'Autopilot' function

9 Cool Technical Facts About The New BMW M2
The hotly-anticipated BMW M2 has landed, and the spec sheets and technical details make for satisfying reading. Here's everything you need to know about it
Would You Rather: Have Free Fuel And Any Car You Wanted, Or Be Able To Teleport?
Do you take the car of your dreams and enjoy the journey, or do you get places instantly and save time? The choice is yours...

People Who Use Hoverboards Will Be The Death Of The Manual Gearbox
Every day, I see more and more people using hoverboards, and it drives me crazy. Not only are they illegal to use on the streets, but the people who use them will also prove to be the death of the manual gearbox...

The 10 Best Comments On CT Last Week
Last week had all manner of popular content, from GT-R butthurt to a 'Would you rather...?' question that would literally induce a hurt butt. As usual, you guys had your A-game on in the comments!
BMW's Innovative 'Gesture Control' Means Fewer Distractions While Driving
Gesture Control is the innovative new technology found in the new BMW 7-series. No longer will you need to use a knob to turn up the volume; simply move your finger in a circle, and hey presto!
This Lexus V8-Swapped Mercedes Sprinter Van Is The Perfect Car Parts Delivery Vehicle
Waiting for car parts to arrive is one of the most frustrating things any petrolhead goes through. So just imagine if all delivery vehicles had V8s like this!
Leaked Coolant Fluid Was The Brutal Undoing Of This Porsche GT3 On The 'Ring
Leaked coolant fluid that had escaped from a BMW E36 was the merciless undoing of this GT3 that hit it at full speed. The resulting reverse-entry crash into the barrier is brutal!
Would You Rather: Drive A Boring Car, Or Drive Your Dream Car With A Horrible Twist?
Every lunchtime, without fail, the CT office plays a game of 'Would you rather?' So, fellow CTzens, would YOU rather...
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How To Fix Up Your Wheels Like New
CT friend Chris Fix walks us through the steps to fixing up your wheels like new!
These 3 Guys Are Chasing The Under 8-Minute Nurburgring Dream
Can these three Nurburgring dwellers nail a sub-8 minute lap in a Mazda MX-5, Honda S2000 and Lotus Elise S1? Here's the start of their mission!
Watch Chris Harris' Tantalising McLaren P1 Vs La Ferrari Vs Porsche 918 Teaser Video
Chris Harris has just released this tantalising teaser video of his forthcoming P1 vs LaFerrari vs 918 video (featuring Tiff Needell). Harris promises us that all cars will be 'driven like you've not seen before'...
Watch The World's Baddest Golf Bunny Hop Off The Line Like A Crazy Thing
When you're running 1150hp, you know that a hard launch is going to be a violent one, but this just takes it to a whole new, drive shaft-breaking level!