Articles by Darren Cassey
News
28/09/15
As the fallout from the VW emissions scandal continues, Audi has now confirmed more than 2m of its cars have been fitted with defeat devices
News
25/09/15
Following the departure of Martin Winterkorn following VW's emissions scandal, Porsche boss Muller has taken control
Wins
25/09/15
A jet from a Typhoon fighter, rockets that burn hotter than a volcano, and the combined equivalent of 135,000bhp make the 1000mph Bloodhound SSC a fascinating engineering project - it'll cover a mile in 3.6 seconds!
Wins
25/09/15
Red Dwarf legend Robert Llewellyn recently bought a Tesla Model S and made a video about picking it up. It's interesting to see an owner talked through their new purchase, and the joy of picking up a new car is infectious!
Opinion
24/09/15
With the average university student now owing in excess of £40,000, we took a look at exactly what petrolheads could buy with all that money
Tuning
24/09/15
This lightweight sports car is based on an Ariel Atom, and is the definition of 'race car for the road' thanks to its tight steering rack and wide tyres... and just listen to that supercharger!
Movies
24/09/15
Despite absolutely raking in cash from the F&F franchise, Universal is struggling to find anyone who'll direct the next movie, largely due to the fact Vin Diesel is difficult to work with
Opinion
23/09/15
From people trying to act like they know what they're talking about, to idiots who forget how to drive. These are the fails that'll make petrolheads rage
Motorsport
23/09/15
Jayson Fong, awesome automotive snapper and friend of CT, spent the weekend pointing his camera at some old cars driving very fast in the rain at Spa-Francorchamps
Wins
23/09/15
Too often we hear about the bad side of policing, but this cop talks to these petrolheads like adults and instantly earns their respect
Nürburgring
23/09/15
Recently, a video emerged of a Renault Megane doing a barrel roll after losing control at the Nurburgring, and now more footage has been released of the sickening impact
News
22/09/15
Martin Winterkorn has posted a video on YouTube apologising for 'dieselgate,' however he has not offered his resignation
Opinion
22/09/15
VW has got itself caught up in some pretty terrible PR, after admitting it's been fudging its emissions tests for years. We've rounded up some of the most scandalous stories ever to hit the world of cars
Nürburgring
21/09/15
This Renault Megane was attempting a pass when it got caught on the grass, span out of control, and hit the barrier hard. The ensuing barrel roll is sickening, but fortunately the occupant escaped serious injury
News
21/09/15
Over the weekend it was revealed that Volkswagen has been placing a device in its cars to trick emissions tests . VW’s CEO has apologised for the ‘breach of trust,’ but it’s not just the German brand’s reputation that’s taken a hit; its share price has plummeted.
Wins
20/09/15
Connecticut State Police have a device called 'The Convincer,' which simulates a 5mph crash. The idea is to convince you of the importance of a seatbelt, and it's safe to say it works
Trucks
20/09/15
If you like yourself a heavy duty Ford truck, this timeline is for you. It highlights the evolution of the F-150, with information and history on every iteration
Fails
19/09/15
Have you ever been holding brake fluid, and wondered what might happened if you mixed it with chlorine? No? Me neither. But thankfully, these guys did, and the results are terrifying!
News
19/09/15
VW placed a device in its cars that hid pollution levels from lab testing equipment - its cars actually emit 40 times the emissions standard
Gaming
19/09/15
YouTuber BlackSmoke Billy tweaked a few mods in GTA V, allowing him to launch his semi truck's trailer into the sky. The tricky part comes when he has to catch them again!
Opinion
18/09/15
Our relationships with our cars tend to be a love/hate kind of thing. When you're cruising along your favourite back road things are great, but then there are times when you're convinced your car's deliberately trying to make your blood boil
Gaming
17/09/15
The latest instalment of Forza Motorsport is upon us. Can it pick up where the fourth instalment left off, after the disappointment of 5?
Opinion
17/09/15
Every petrolhead has built up a relationship with their car and will know it inside out. Sometimes you'll be driving along and a new, unwelcome noise will hit your eardrums. Here are the worst things a petrolhead could hear!