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Jul 31, 2012 James Gent

Audi A5 Cabriolet. A Question Posed

The last time I hopped behind the wheel of a convertible four-seater, I came away with a mild gripe, and one born…

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Jul 25, 2012 James Gent

Into the crankandpiston bear trap recently wandered the new BMW 335i, and very quickly we realized there was only one thing we…

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Jul 23, 2012 James Gent

It’s late. Actually, it’s very late. I had promised the good people at Porsche that I’d get their new 911 Carrera S Cabriolet…

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Jul 2, 2012 James Gent

We’ve not had enough time to upturn every stone in the crankandpiston archives. But given the string of automotive talent that’s swept…

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Jun 1, 2012 James Gent

Renault unveils the Alpine A 110-50, a tribute to the legendary Alpine A110 that secured the 1973 World Rally Championship. Behold the…

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May 24, 2012 crankandpiston

I’m now entering my tenth month with crankandpiston, and it’s a pretty cool place to work. We’re never sure what multi-horse powered…

Fast Fleet

Apr 5, 2012 James Gent

So far so good with the Management Fleet Chevrolet Camaro SS. Our opening sprint and Chevy Knights convoy have provided plenty of…

Fast Fleet

Mar 14, 2012 James Gent

There is a problem with driving a convertible muscle car. I know that sounds ridiculous but the reason is simple: the experience…

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Mar 4, 2012 James Gent

I recently hit the two-month mark in Dubai, and this got me thinking. One of the great British traditions I have sadly…

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Feb 26, 2012 James Gent

In the eyes of most beholders, this appears to be an ordinary 5-series. Look closer… Note the enormous steel brake discs, the…

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Feb 16, 2012 James Gent

The working week is done. Suit jacket and tie have been stowed, and it’s time for a thrash in your new Porsche…