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The Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage Honors the Veyron’s 20-Year Legacy With Bespoke Audemars Piguet Dash Clock

SummaryThe Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage is a 1,600 PS one-off creation based on the Mistral platform, designed to honor Ferdinand Karl Piëch and the 20th anniversary of the VeyronThe interior features a world-first Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon dash clock, which is kept wound by a bespoke mechanical rotary gondola system with no electrical wiringBugatti has introduced "Car Couture" woven fabrics from Paris in the cabin, alongside a bespoke circular steering wheel and engine-turned aluminum accents that pay tribute to the brand’s historic racing heritageTo celebrate two decades since the Veyron redefined the automotive landscape, Bugatti has unveiled the F.K.P. Hommage—a one-of-one masterpiece commissioned through its exclusive Programme Solitaire. Built on the foundations of the open-top ...

Tesla To Retire Model S and Model X To Prioritize Optimus Robot Production

SummaryTesla will officially end production of its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles by the second quarter of 2026The manufacturing lines at the Fremont factory are set to be repurposed for the mass production of Optimus humanoid robotsElon Musk confirmed the decision during the Q4 2025 earnings call as part of a strategic pivot toward an autonomous futureTesla is officially retiring its longest-running vehicle programs, the Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X, to make room for the next generation of humanoid robotics. As per The Verge, CEO Elon Musk announced during the company's recent earnings report that the flagship sedan and SUV will receive an "honorable discharge" as the Fremont, California, factory transitions its assembly lines to focus on the Optimus robot. This pivot marks a si...

Mercedes-Benz Debuts 2027 S-Class Debuts With MB.OS Superscreen

SummaryMercedes-Benz has pulled the wraps off the most extensive S-Class update ever, with more than half of the flagship’s 2700 components reworked to keep the 2027 limousine ahead of BMW, Audi and GenesisThe facelift introduces a new flat-plane-crank V8, upgraded hybridized six-cylinder options and an MB.OS supercomputer that links everything from suspension and lighting to an all-new triple-screen MBUX SuperscreenWhile the exterior design stays stately with a larger illuminated grille and star-studded lights, the real story is a software-defined, AI‑assisted cabin that turns the S-Class into a rolling boardroom and tech lab for the ultra‑richMercedes is using the 2027 S-Class to restate what a flagship limousine is supposed to be in a post-EQS world. Rather than chasing a separate elect...

The Fix: Sydney with Palisa Anderson

On-the-ground travel intel from R&K's most trusted fixers. This week: Sydney by way of Australian culinary icon Palisa Anderson. The post The Fix: Sydney<br> with Palisa Anderson appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.

Mercedes-AMG Mythos CLE Coupe Brings Back Extreme V8 Power

SummaryMercedes-AMG is developing an ultra-limited Mythos-series coupe based on the CLE, marking a loud return to V8 power in its mid-size performance lineupThe camouflaged prototype is undergoing cold-weather testing in Sweden with a track-focused aero kit, widened stance and hardware tuned for serious downforce and stabilityPositioned above conventional AMG models, the CLE-based Mythos is expected to pack a new flat-plane-crank 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, huge power gains over the CLE 53 and a price and production run closer to hypercar territoryMercedes-AMG is using the CLE as a canvas for its next Mythos statement, pushing the coupe far beyond the already-muscular CLE 53 into Black Series-adjacent territory. Spy shots and official winter-testing images show a bespoke wide-body shell, dram...

At a Mexico City Migrant Shelter, Lessons for America

On memory, resistance, and what a migrant shelter in Mexico City can teach us about surviving the long war ahead. The post At a Mexico City Migrant Shelter, Lessons for America appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.

Bertone Runabout Revives 1969 Icon as 475 HP V6 Classic

SummaryBertone has pulled the Runabout from concept-car folklore into a road-legal, ultra-limited V6 sports car that channels its 1969 Autobianchi A112 namesake through sharp wedge surfacing and neo-retro detailsBuilt around a lightweight Lotus-derived bonded aluminum chassis with carbon bodywork, the Runabout pairs a mid-mounted supercharged 3.5-liter Toyota V6 and six-speed gated manual to deliver around 475 hp, 0-62 mph in just over four seconds and a 168 mph top speedProduction is capped at 25 cars split between purist Barchetta and more usable Targa body styles, each commanding roughly €390,000 before taxes as the first entry in the new Bertone Classic lineThe reborn Bertone Runabout is not just another nostalgia play. It is the moment the storied Italian design house proves it can mi...

Audi Revolut F1 Team Officially Unveils Visual Identity for Its Debut Season

Following further previews earlier this month, the Audi Revolut F1 Team has officially unveiled its complete visual identity, revealing its first full official livery and giving fans a closer look at team merchandise – a moment the team says took "years of meticulous preparation" and one that marks a "new era in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship."The new challengers are set to join the race grid for the very first time in March when the new Formula One season kicks off at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Before that, though, the team opted for the closer-to-home but slightly less sunny setting of Berlin to show the world what to expect, turning the city's Kraftwerk venue into an unforgettable experience for its team and select group of lucky fans.A highlight was the team's new R2...

The Fix: Bangkok with Mint Jarukittikun

This week: Bangkok through the eyes of culinary trailblazer Mint Jarukittikun of Samrub Samrub Thai. The post The Fix: Bangkok<br> with Mint Jarukittikun appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.

Da Dong and His God-Tier Peking Duck

The Food Chain is structured around a simple idea: each chef we profile selects the next. This week we spoke to the larger-than-life Beijing chef endlessly iterating the city's most iconic dish. The post Da Dong and His<br> God-Tier Peking Duck appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.

Kevin Hart’s Custom 2024 Ford Bronco Heads to Auction

SummaryCo-designed by Kevin Hart and the specialists at Vintage Modern, this custom 2024 Ford Bronco features a distinctive "Triple Black" aesthetic and a retro-inspired front fascia that pays homage to first-generation modelsThe vehicle is powered by a 330-horsepower 2.7-liter V-6 engine enhanced with a Roush intake and exhaust system, alongside a tightened suspension and BFGoodrich all-terrain tires for improved performanceThis one-of-a-kind celebrity build will be auctioned by Barrett-Jackson in Arizona later this month, where Hart’s star power and the high-end modifications are expected to drive the final price well above the $100,000 USD markComedy superstar and noted car enthusiast Kevin Hart is parting ways with a piece of his personal fleet. Later this month in Arizona, Barrett-Jac...

The Longbow Speedster Is One of the Lightest EVs Ever

SummaryFounded by veterans from Tesla and Lucid, the British startup Longbow has introduced the "Speedster," an ultra-lightweight electric vehicle that achieved a production-ready prototype in just six monthsThe Speedster establishes a new "Featherweight Electric Vehicle" category with a target weight of just 1,970 pounds, delivering a 275-mile range and a 3.5-second sprint to 62 mph by utilizing a bespoke aluminum chassis and efficient, off-the-shelf componentsHand-built in the UK and limited to only 150 examples, the Speedster is priced at approximately $111,500, with a more affordable, non-limited "Roadster" model slated to follow as the brand aims for a global expansion into the high-volume sports car marketIn a market dominated by heavy, battery-laden behemoths, the British startup Lo...