Autos

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...

For true car couples that happen to also love JDM, more specifically offerings from Honda, U-Treasure has now released Honda Wedding Rings. Constructed of platinum, the silver-tone wedding bands are marked with various logos associated with the Japanese automotive manufacturer.The 12 logos available are officially licensed by Honda and range from the classic "H" to VTEC, and even "DOHC." Other notable options include the motifs for the Honda Beat, Prelude, Civic, Integra Type R, and SiR. Aside from the logo engraved on the interior of the band, couples can also engrave up to eight characters to truly make the rings special.Priced at ¥132,000 JPY (approximately $934 USD), the Honda Wedding Rings are available now on U-Treasure's website, with shipping sext for six weeks after ordering.In ca...

One entrepreneur has brought back the Lamborghini Diablo with a vengeance, offering a restomod that both honors the history of the vehicle and also brings it into the modern world.Dubbed the "Eccentrica," the restomod acts as a sort of halo car for San Marino-based startup Eccentrica Cars. The group was started by Emanuel Colombini, the President and former CEO of a successful multi-generational furniture business under the Colombini Group.As a fan, passionate collector and amateur driver in Lamborghini's Super Trofeo series, Colombini has channeled all his passion into bringing the Eccentrica to life. The first prototype of the vehicle features a reinforced chassis, as well as a  5.7-liter V12 engine modified with new valves and camshafts, resulting in 542 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque -- wh...

After nearly a year since it was first introduced as a concept, the BMW CE 02 electric 'eParkour' motorbike is now ready for production. Described by BMW Motorrad as an "Urban Mobility" vehicle, the eParkour is an all-electric, battery-powered bike that is designed to be accessible and easy to use.The bike presents itself as something between an electric scooter and an entry-level motorcycle, created for a variety of urban and all-terrain environments at the bike builder's most affordable price yet, with prices starting at roughly $7,500 USD according to its website.BMW's 2024 eParkour features a futuristic urban look, with large wheels, a step-over riding position and sleek minimalist lines. The bike is easily maneuvered thanks to its light weight of just 265 lbs. It features an 11-kilowa...

What do you do when you've got a spare few million in the bank and every race car on the planet just isn't good enough for you? You ask Ferrari to build you this, the one-off Ferrari KC23.Based on a Ferrari 488 GT3 Evo race car, the KC23 is the last word in the Maranello-based company's ability to build a race-ready track toy. As a result, this driving machine is not road legal, and it also bends some of the rules when it comes to the circuit. Per TopGear, it's been said that the car is a "radical one-off car completely free of homologation constraints."Taking this into consideration, we find a re-bodied 488 GT3 Evo that draws elements from the marque's top-of-the-range Daytona SP3 hypercar. For example, the front end is low to the ground and anchored by a front lip surrounded by a strip o...

Strikingly similar to the Aston Martin Victor, first revealed in 2020, the Aston Martin Valour is a limited edition, V12 manual supercar, designed to celebrate the maker's 110-year anniversary, while also being "engineered to bring back what the road has lost."The introduction of the Valour comes at a time when manual drive vehicles are becoming more and more scarce and as we potentially move into a future potentially dominated by self-driving electric vehicles, making the Valour "a tribute to the golden era of driving when cars were seductive, wild, beautiful."Inspired by the V8 Vantage-based RHAM/1 'Muncher' Le Mans racer, the Valour offers a timeless feel and exhilarating highly connective driving experience, while also maintaining ultra-modern specifications. The vehicle's 5.2-liter tw...

In 2004, Porsche introduced a limited-production supercar, the Carrera GT, with only 1,270 total models, making it a highly sought-after collector's vehicle.That being said, there's a version of the vehicle that is drastically more scarce, the Porsche Carrera GT Zagato (GTZ), an edition of six including its prototype, with Chassis #4 recently being listed for auction by DK Engineering.For those unfamiliar, Zagato originated as a coachbuilding firm outside of Milan, Italy and 104 years later remains owned by the founding family, making it one of the last independent Italian design houses. Known for its advanced design and innovative use of lightweight materials, Zagato has worked closely with names like Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini and eventually Porsche in 1957.As for the GTZ, it rep...

The Little Car Company has finally unveiled its much-anticipated life-size Tamiya Wild One MAX car.Modeled from the original 1985 radio-controlled Tamiya Wild One (58050), this full-scale edition is fully drivable with a total power capacity of 14.4kWh. It runs on eight removable battery packs and is capable of reaching 80.5km per hour at top speed. Weighing around 500kg, the Wild One MAX has a ground clearance of 270mm. As for its maximum estimated range, it can last up to 200km on-road and about 110km off-road.Unlike the previous Tamiya RC car that was released in 2021, the new Wild One MAX can seat up to two people with its cobra bucket seats and four-point harnesses. It’s a rear-wheel drive, geared with 14-inch Maxxis off-road tires at both front and rear, while also being certified wi...

Following its car-inspired Xbox series X collaboration, German automobile titan Porsche has tapped premium paint mixer Backdrop for an unexpected union. The limited-edition partnership takes Porsche's iconic paint jobs to your home, paying tribute to 75 years of iconic vehicle design. Backdrop and Porsche return to the latter's humble beginnings, recreating four car-centric hues to brighten up your living space with emblematic Porsche history. Backdrop Creative Director Natalie Ebel worked with the Porsche design team to produce "Ruby Star," "Irish Green," "Riviera Blue," and "Speed Yellow" heritage-inspired paint colors. Each tone holds significance in the Porsche legacy, delivering saturated pigments to match your walls and cars. "Ruby Star" first appeared on vintage Porsche models in 1...