Autos

The first of 249 Acura NSX-Ts built for North America, in the model’s final production year, has just hit the RM Sotheby’s auction block.This particular model is not significant only because of its low serial number but also due to the immaculate condition it’s in and the low mileage on the odometer. Over the course of its life, the vehicle was owned by one driver and is sitting at just over 5,000 miles from new.RM Sotheby’s describes the NSX-T that is finished in factory Long Beach Blue Pearl as “remarkably original” and in “carefully preserved condition,” as the vehicle comes with the original window stickers, owner’s manual, extra keys and historical service invoices.First revealed as Acura’s halo car in 1990, the NSX has become an iconic vehicle in the automotive world and one any coll...

Texas-based Hennessey Performance, known for its custom hypercar and high-performance vehicle creations has announced its latest offering -- a turn-key 850hp seventh-gen S650 Ford Mustang Dark Horse.Dubbed the H850, Hennessey's take on the vehicle features a variety of technical and aesthetic upgrades, from a high-performance supercharger to bold racing stripes. Other details, which lend to the nearly 70 percent increase in power include an upgraded high-flow air induction system, fuel injectors and a new fuel pump. In addition to its hp increase, the vehicle also produces 650 lb-ft of torque and is calibrated to an upgraded HPE Engine Management software."Our supercharged Mustang builds have continually been customer favorites over the years, and Ford’s improved S650 platform will prove t...

Mercedes' most popular SUV class, the GLC, just received its latest AMG update in the form of a GLC 43 and what some would say a massively overpowered GLC 63 S E Performance, which also doubles as the maker's first hybrid AMG SUV offering.Both vehicles come with Affalterbach’s 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline-powered internal combustion engine. Technical specs of the GLC 43 include a 9-speed auto, four-wheel drive and 469 hp -- which makes for a 0-60mph time of just under five seconds. The vehicle comes factory with an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.As for the star of the show, the GLC 63 S E Performance, one of its obvious standout features, besides having just over 200 hp more than the 43, is the fact that it offers hybrid plug-in capabilities. The 671 hp daily driver contain...

For those who may have been eyeing the F-150 Lightning but were potentially dissuaded by its price, Ford has significantly slashed the cost of the electric pickup. Previously set at $59,974 USD, the pickup is now going for $49,995 USD.The automaker attributed the reduction to increased capacity at its production plants, along with scaling production and an improvement in the cost of raw materials. In addition to the vehicle itself, trim prices have also been slashed. The XLT trims went from $9,479 USD to $8,479 USD.“Shortly after launching the F-150 Lightning, rapidly rising material costs, supply constraints and other factors drove up the cost of the EV truck for Ford and our customers,” Chief Customer Officer of the Ford Model e Marin Gjaja said. “We’ve continued to work in the backgroun...

The Lancia Delta HF Integrale is an automotive icon, known as a formidable backroad-blasting hot hatch that could keep up with the supercars of the 1980s. However, it was on the Group B rally stages that the Italian stallion found itself, and now the tuning company MANHART is looking to revive this legend's automotive prowess with its restomod offering.Dubbed the MANHART Integrale 400, the '80s car has been treated to a full overhaul that brings the car up to modern-day standards. Starting with the powerplant, MANHART modifies the two-liter 16v turbocharged unit to produce 375 HP and 550 Nm of torque, up from 200 HP and 298 Nm. This is coupled with a MANHART 3.5-inch exhaust system that stems from the turbocharger, coming out the rear with 80mm tailpipes, while forged pistons, forged H-sha...

Officially unveiled back in 2019, production of Tesla's Cybertruck is now moving forward, following multiple delays. Earlier this weekend, Tesla took to Twitter to share an image that celebrated the first Cybertruck produced at Giga Texas. "First Cybertruck built at Giga Texas!," wrote the manufacturer in a caption that accompanied an image showing the car off the assembly line in Austin, Texas, and surrounded by employees.The first Cybertruck produced at Giga Texas is believed to be a production-intent model that Tesla used to establish the most efficient method of making the new vehicle on a mass production scale. Earlier this year, Elon Musk noted that mass production would come in 2024, while limited production would occur this summer.Initially expected to release in 2021, the Tesla Cy...

It's the Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend, and in honor of the high-octane antics, Maserati is sending off its beloved V8 engine with a special-edition Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima.Why 334, you ask? Well, that's the family car's top speed in kph -- translating to 207.5 mph. Thus, Maserati says that this is now officially the fastest production-series family sedan -- with a regular engine -- in the world. However, there's nothing standard about this family whip, as its twin-turbo V8 engine produces 564 hp, which will send the car to 62 mph in just 3.9 seconds.Elsewhere, we find a new carbon fiber spoiler, 21" Orione wheels, red lettering on the front fenders, and inside, "334" numerals on the headrests.The car is set to be sent on the Goodwood FOS Hill Climb this weekend, showcasing it...

When Hyundai revealed its IONIQ 5 family electric car in early 2021, it went on to receive critical acclaim for more than just its EV credentials. For example, the styling was a throwback to the 1980s, sporting pixelated headlights and tail lamps with plenty of angles carving out a square-ish body and aesthetic, while inside, Hyundai upped the ante with its interior space. Now, the South Korean marque heads to Goodwood Festival of Speed to debut the all-new Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, the beefed-up, sporty, performance-focused version that's set to rival the KIA EV6 GT, powerful Tesla Model Y variants, and more.In N spec, the IONIQ 5 comes with a suite of tricks up its sleeves. Hyundai defines this in three areas: "Corner Rascal," "Racetrack Capability," and "Everday Sportscar." The first sees body...

Lamborghini has just unveiled its first hybrid endurance racing prototype, the SC63, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed -- designed to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.The SC63 represents Lamborghini's commitment to electrification and hybridization, extending this pursuit to its Motorsport division. Technical features of the SC63 include a new 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, bodywork created in collaboration between Lamborghini Centro Stile and the race design team, as well as various other innovative design and technology elements, forming what Lamborghini says is "a jewel to be proud of."Stephan Winkelmann, Lamborghini's Chairman and CEO, describes the SC63 as the "most advanced racing car ever produced by Lamborghini." He emphasizes that competing in major endurance races with a hybri...

Porsche has debuted its new Vision 357 Speedster concept car, which extends its catalog of performance.Also celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the new vehicle is the sister model to Porsche's Vision 357. Leading the charge for the all-electric Vision 357 is its base on Porsche's 718 GT4 e-Performance. Additionally, the car's electric motors and battery tech are derived from the Mission R, while the chassis comes from the 718 GT4 Clubsport. The car's exterior arrives in a two-tone paint job consisting of marble grey and grivelo grey metallic alongside an anniversary logo commemorative years. After the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the car will be on display at the Rennsport Reunion in the United States."The Porsche Vision 357 is a nod to the first Porsche mode...