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SummaryAn ultra-rare 1969 Corvette L88 Convertible, one of 116 examples built, is expected to fetch over $1 million USD at auctionThe car retains its original powertrain: a 427 ci L88 V-8 mated to a Muncie M22 four-speed manual gearbox for pure motorsport intentShowing just 19,886 miles, the unrestored Vette is finished in Le Mans Blue and has earned an NCRS Top Flight AwardA phenomenal piece of American muscle car history is currently up for bid. An ultra-rare, original, unrestored 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Convertible is live on auction at SBX Cars, with the immaculate "time-capsule" expected to command over $1 million USD. This particular L88 is one of only 116 examples of the model variant built that year, making it an essential acquisition for any serious collector.Its desirability ...
SummaryLand Rover unveiled its purpose-built Dakar Rally Defender, marking the brand’s official return to the grueling off-road raceThe vehicle is built on a reinforced chassis with a long-travel suspension system and a powerful twin-turbo V8 engineThis race model is designed to prove the Defender’s legendary toughness and cement its status as the ultimate off-road championLand Rover has pulled the covers off its formidable new competition vehicle, the Dakar Rally Defender, marking the brand's official return to the world's most grueling off-road endurance race. Developed by the brand's Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division, this purpose-built machine is engineered to conquer the brutal terrains of the Dakar Rally, showcasing the Defender's legendary capability in its most extreme form...
SummaryThe Shoei GT-Air 3 Smart is the first motorcycle helmet to launch with fully integrated Augmented Reality (AR) technologyDeveloped with EyeLights, the AR display projects crucial navigation and safety data directly onto the visor within the rider's line of sightThe helmet also features a high-quality, built-in Bluetooth audio system for hands-free music, communication, and navigation promptsThe future of motorcycling safety and connectivity has arrived with the unveiling of the Shoei GT-Air 3 Smart, the first motorcycle helmet to feature fully integrated Augmented Reality (AR) technology. Developed through a landmark partnership between premium helmet manufacturer Shoei and smart technology firm EyeLights, this helmet is poised to revolutionize the rider experience.The core innovati...
Now in its 50th year, BMW’s Art Car series has once again landed front and center on the world’s stage, featuring in several retrospective exhibitions and commemorative races. As part of its anniversary, the automotive brand has also reunited with PUMA to release a new capsule collection inspired by the 2017 Cao Fei Art Car. The respective capsule marks the third installment in the brands’ ongoing collaboration, following on from the limited-edition range honoring Alexander Calder’s BMW 3.0 CSL Art Car. Continuing to bridge the gap between fashion and fast cars, the latest drop serves as an ode to Cao Fei’s electrifying BMW M6 GT3, turning the digitally designed strokes and curves into a line of stealthy streetwear garments. “The Art Car itself is an exploration of the boundary between vir...
SummaryType 7 unveiled Artifacts: Porsche Motorsport, a comprehensive, large-format coffee table book celebrating the marque’s racing legacyThe 550-page volume features over 250 high-resolution photos of rare components and deep storytelling from the archivesThe book retails for €350 (approximately $405 USD) and includes interviews with figures like Roger Penske, honoring the craft of the sportIn association with Porsche Motorsport, Type 7 has unveiled Artifacts: Porsche Motorsport, a comprehensive large-format coffee table book that offers an unparalleled artistic view into the items, stories, and individuals powering the marque's historic racing legacy. This edition, curated and photographed within restricted Porsche facilities like Flacht and Weissach, captures over 250 wide-ranging ite...
SummaryThe 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL Werks Development Car (chassis E9/R1) is now available for sale in the U.K. through dealer Dylan MilesThis is a unique, factory-used prototype that was instrumental in the development of the legendary "Batmobile" homologation modelThe car represents a significant piece of BMW motorsport history, considered the first BMW M car ever madeA truly unique piece of BMW motorsport heritage, the 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL Werks Development Car, bearing chassis number E9/R1, is now available for acquisition in the United Kingdom through specialist dealer Dylan Miles. This specific vehicle is no ordinary classic; it holds a pivotal place in automotive history as the first BMW M car ever made, representing the crucial development platform for the legendary 3.0 CSL homologation specia...
SummaryJustin Bieber's custom 1968 Cadillac Coupe DeVille from the "Peaches" music video is up for auction with a $110,000 minimum bidThe car, which features a custom "peaches-and-cream" gradient paint job and a low 30,000 miles, is available for bidding until December 5The vehicle represents a significant piece of pop culture, tied to "Peaches" debuting at Number One on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 in 2021The iconic, custom-painted 1968 Cadillac Coupe DeVille that became a signature piece of Justin Bieber’s 2021 smash hit "Peaches" is now hitting the auction block, offering a rare chance to own a vibrant slice of pop culture history. The auction, hosted on Gotta Have Rock and Roll, features a hefty minimum bid of $110,000, USD with bidding running until December 5.The vint...
SummaryThe Gordon Murray S1 LM (First Commission) sold for $20,630,000 USD, setting a record for the most expensive new car ever sold at auctionThe hypercar, one of five, features a 4.3L Cosworth V12 producing over 700 hp at 12,100 rpm, paired with a manual gearbox and a 957 kg target weightThe winning bidder receives the exclusive opportunity to collaborate directly with Professor Gordon Murray and Dario Franchitti on the car's final specification and developmentThe first commission of the Gordon Murray Special Vehicles (GMSV) S1 LM has shattered records, selling for a staggering $20,630,000 USD at Sotheby’s, officially making it the most expensive new car ever sold at auction. The hypercar, built to honor the 30th anniversary of the McLaren F1 GTR’s 1995 Le Mans win, is one of only five ...
After its initial sell through during the Singapore race weekend and the initial online release, the Hypebeast x Oracle Red Bull Racing x Castore collaboration is now available once again. Oracle Red Bull Racing and its apparel partner Castore have teamed up with Hypebeast for a limited-edition collection. The collaboration re-imagines the traditional team kit, infusing it with an urban sensibility designed to resonate with a new generation of race fans.Made first available under the vibrant city lights of the 2025 Singapore race, the three-piece capsule is a direct reflection of its environment. The collection centers on a digital night-camo pattern, a design choice that fuses the tactical codes of motorsport with the everyday language of streetwear. This aesthetic is engineered to give t...
SummaryPorsche unveiled the 2026 Cayenne Electric, with the Turbo trim becoming the brand’s most powerful car (1,139 hp)It features an 800-volt platform, a 113 kWh battery, and 400 kW fast charging (10-80% in under 16 minutes)Pricing starts at $109,000 USD, with deliveries slated for late Summer 2026Porsche just pulled the wraps off the 2026 Cayenne Electric, turning its bread-and-butter SUV into the brand’s most powerful production car ever. The headline Turbo Electric trim unleashes up to 1,139 hp and 1,106 lb-ft with Launch Control, good for 0–60 mph in 2.4 seconds and a 9.9-second quarter mile.Both launch models ride on an 800-volt platform with a 113 kWh battery and Formula E-inspired tech. Porsche claims up to 400 kW DC fast charging that can take the pack from 10 to 80 percent in un...
SummaryCadillac is reportedly integrating Apple Car Key support for select models, with the key stored in the Apple Wallet appThe feature will allow drivers to lock, unlock, and start the car using an iPhone or Apple Watch via NFCThe adoption is notable as it occurs while GM moves away from Apple CarPlay in its EVs, signaling a separation of the dashboard interface from the secure credential layerApple’s Car Key ecosystem is about to pick up a major new luxury player as backend code reveals that select Cadillac models are being prepared for iPhone and Apple Watch digital key support. The move positions Cadillac squarely inside Apple’s everyday hardware ritual.The integration lets drivers lock, unlock, and start compatible Cadillacs using an iPhone or Apple Watch through NFC and related wir...