Autos

Japanese automotive brand INFINITI brings its flagship QX80 SUV to six Middle Eastern countries — arriving with exclusive detailing and an upgraded entertainment system. Imagining the latest edition in the metropolis of Dubai, the brand teams up with UAE-based photographer Creations of LA to bring the luxury SUV to some of its most picturesque hotspots. Produced in three iterations: SENSORY, ProACTIVE and Black Edition (the regional exclusive) — the vehicles all boast a refined center console that includes a single InTouch™ 12.3-inch HD display with Apple CarPlay® and USB-based Android Auto™ compatibility as well as a Bose® Premium Sound system. With the QX80 maintaining its seven-seat, three-row arrangement, the interior features leather or semi-aniline appointed...

During this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, BMW unveiled its new color-changing concept car, the BMW i Vision Dee. Stepping into the future, the one-of-a-kind mid-size sedan fuses fun and forward-thinking design. As “Dee” stands for Digital Emotional Experience, the automaker’s goal with the hi-tech vehicle is to take a closer look at how drivers connect with their vehicles. Specifically, as society continues to move into a new digital age, our vehicles and subsequent experiences are sure to evolve. The car’s standout feature is its ability to change into 32 different shades. But alongside this focal feature, another standout of BMW i Vision Dee is its mixed reality slider, which serves as the car’s central operating system and head-...

Building on its 70 percent sustainable prototype tire unveiled last year, at CES 2023 this year, Goodyear returned with an improved design. The new creation is constructed with 90 percent sustainable materials and has already passed Department of Transportation testing, meaning they can already be used on the road. The environmentally friendly mix features organic and inorganic sources like soybean oil, rice husk silica, post-consumer polyester, and bio-renewable pine tar resins. Coming together, the tires offer lower rolling resistance than traditional tires on the market now for both better gas mileage and longer electric vehicle ranges. “Last January, we announced a 70% sustainable-material tire, and while we celebrated this accomplishment, we knew it set the foundation for us to ...

RM Sotheby’s is bringing forth yet another exceptional vehicle to auction, adding to its robust catalog. This time, a 1995 Ferarri F512 M is taking the stage. The Ferrari model made its debut in 1994 and served as the last iteration of the Italian automaker’s Testarossa. The vehicle up for grabs is number 16 out of 75 models created for the US market. On top of that, it is one of two examples that was completed in Canna di Fucile Metallizzato over Beige/Castro. Additionally, the car only has just over 14,000 miles. Specifications of the car include a 12-cylinder engine with 440 horsepower, titanium connecting rods, a stainless steel exhaust, a Bosch antilock braking system and three-piece alloy Speedline wheels. The car has also undergone slight interior changes which include a...

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down offices across the world in March 2020, many white-collar workers adjusted to working from home and some loved being away from the office so much that they became “digital nomads,” people who, per Wikipedia, “travel freely while working remotely using technology and the internet.” Now, Mitsubishi has created the ultimate vehicle for these digital nomads through its Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation: the NOMADPro Canter Truck. A concept van that’s a mobile office and living space all in one, the NOMADPro offers workers who refuse to be tethered to one location a chance to make anywhere in the world their office — and their home. The design’s base is Mitsubishi’s widely used 2WD Canter truck, with a standard driving ...

Each year, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) sees the world’s leading companies in innovation present the future of technology. Following a six year break, Volkswagen is making its return to the annual trade show by revealing the fully-electric ID.7 sedan, the sixth model in its EV family. The company has kept a steady focus on EVs with a commitment to launching ten models by 2026, offering suitable products to as many consumers as possible. In this first appearance of the model, the ID.7 has been equipped with a smart digital camouflage that creates electroluminescent light effects. Its digital design utilizes over 40 layers of paint with its unique structure that lights up the car’s exterior interactively. 22 areas of the vehicle are controllable and electrified to allow fo...

Taking to its official Instagram, Hoonigan announced the shocking death of Ken Block. According to the post, the prolific 55-year-old professional rally driver and Hoonigan co-founder was killed in a tragic snowmobile accident on Monday. “It’s with our deepest regrets that we can confirm that Ken Block passed away in a snowmobile accident today,” Hoonigan said in the statement. “Ken was a visionary, a pioneer, and an icon. And most importantly, a father and a husband.” After selling his co-founding share of DC Shoes, Block shifted his focus to Hoonigan Industries, an apparel brand for auto detailing enthusiasts. Aside from serving as the “Head Hoonigan In Charge” (HHIC) at the company, Block participated as a rally driver for the Hoonigan Horse Rac...

United by the concept of “strength in unity unlocks new possibilities,” Lexus, adidas S.E.E.D (School for Experiential Education in Design), Calty Design Research, and 3D printing company Carbon joined forces to reimagine the Lexus RX 500h F SPORT. Inspired by Marvel Studios‘ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, now playing in theaters, the special vehicle accompanies adidas’ “Wakanda Forever” collection and builds on the identity of the fictional African nation. “The all-new RX 500h is part of our expanding Lexus Electrified portfolio with evolved innovative technology that elevates the driver’s experience,” said Michael Moore, General Manager, Lexus International. “There’s an athleticism in the performance of the RX that makes it a perfect...

Zagato has just unveiled its 100th-anniversary sports car which pays homage to its history with Alfa Romeo. Named the Giulia SWB Zagato, this one-off takes the iconic stylings of classic Alfa Romeos like the Sprint Zagato and TZ3, and updates it for 2023. Crafted for one lucky Alfa Romeo collector in Germany, the one-of-one sports car builds on the Giorgio platform and features a distinct snout, extra wide grille, carbon fiber bodywork, a dual exhaust, boomerang taillights, headlights borrowed from the Tonale, and a large clamshell hood. The car itself is powered by a six-speed, 2.9 liter twin-turbo V-6 that puts down 533 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. “In the more than the 100-year glorious history of Alfa Romeo, no other company has contributed as much as Zagato, through 100 y...

Sotheby’s is auctioning another vintage lot of incredible cars in the new year. RM Sotheby’s is selling almost 100 cars in its upcoming 10th annual Paris auction, which features standout vehicles including the 1964 Porsche 904 GTS that highlights the auction. After the German automaker pulled out of Formula 1 in 1962, Porsche decided to focus on sports cars and the GT competition, which later led to the 904. The car was a successor to the Porsche 718 ad even won several events in its rookie season. The car itself was the first of just 108 examples ever made, excluding a couple of prototype specimens. With only 108 models in existence, it increases the rarity of the 1964 Porsche 904 GTS. The vehicle for auction features the original factor bodywork and features a mid-mounted, qu...

Although Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t bring home the World Cup this year, fans are celebrating with the star footballer in spirit as he’s just received one of the most luxurious gifts. Adding to his automotive collection, Ronaldo’s partner Georgina Rodriguez revealed on Instagram that she gifted Ronaldo a brand new Rolls-Royce Dawn. Teased with a brief tour of their home and a look at some of the gifts their children received, the video ends with Santa presenting a two-toned silver and white Rolls-Royce Dawn wrapped with a red ribbon. While the $370,000 USD may seem like an over-the-top gesture, fans are commenting that it is well deserved for the Portugal national team captain, and not too much out of the family budget considering he could potentially be signing a $525 milli...