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Elon Musk has said that Tesla will consider adopting Apple‘s AirPlay protocol to improve their audio quality control over the current Bluetooth system. Over the past years, Tesla emphasized their passion for sound systems by ensuring its vehicles have the utmost sound quality. Their latest version of the Model S and Model 3 has received positive comments from audiophiles. In the past, Tesla’s audio system has always been compared to a Bang & Olufsen system, which is often found in premium vehicles, however, for a fraction of the price. Musk took on Twitter to comment on the comparison: Tesla audio engineers come from B&O & many other companies. They literally rock. Our system is highly programmable, so we keep improving it via OTA codec updates. For years, Tesla owners ha...

41 years after the DeLorean Motor Company released the iconic DMC-12 sportscar, DeLorean now introduces the Alpha5 electric concept. Staying true to the original silhouette seen in Back to the Future, the Alpha5 maintains the DMC-12’s signature gull-wing doors, two-tone stainless steel trim, and rear window louver. The chiseled edges have been smoothed out in favor of more fluid lines while head and tail lights appear as thin LED rows. Inside, the exclusion of flux capacitors makes room for rear seating, and the cockpit features a minimalist aesthetic with large screens on the dashboard and center console. In terms of performance metrics, the Alpha5 boasts an estimated range of 300 miles, top speed of 155 mph and zero to 60 time of 3.4 seconds. It’s important to note that the c...

The Real Life Guys has just created what the ultimate off-road Tesla Model 3 would look like. Taking four weeks the build, the build sees the wheels removed and replaced with two massive tank tracks. Fitted with steel frames that hold two 1.3-ton chains on each side, the car is raised 31.5 inches off the ground and sees 12 shocks per side. The total build ends with the Tesla Model 3’s final weight at close to 6 tons and features accessories like a bull bar, LED light bar, and winch. Check out the outlandish build in the video above. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Real Life Guys (@the_real_life_guys) In other automotive news, take a first look at the DeLorean Alpha5 electric sportscar. Read more at HYPEBEAST

Following rumors of the upcoming R36, British automotive YouTube channel CarWow put together a head-to-head between the existing generations of the Nissan GT-R. From R32 to R35, the drag race between generations aims to highlight the technological advancements seen in each car. For the R32, R33 and R34, they are all powered by the famed RB26DETT, 2.6-liter twin-turbo straight-six engines, which push out 280 horsepower. While the R35 NISMO features a 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 packing 600 horsepower and 650Nm of torque. Unexpectedly, the R35 NISMO finished first with the R32, R33, and R34 coming in quite close to one another thanks to varied weights and torque outputs. Check out the drag race between the Nissan GT-R R32, R33, R34 and R35 above to catch the results in detail. In case you missed...

According to a report from electrek, Tesla has submitted documents to the City of Los Angeles for a 24-hour diner situated on 7001 W. Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood, California. Elon Musk first teased the idea of installing an “old school drive-in, roller skates & rock restaurant” at one of Tesla’s Supercharger stations back in 2018, and later confirmed plans for a “futuristic diner/drive-in theater” in February of this year. New sketches have now surfaced revealing the venue’s potential design and features. The current location is currently occupied by Shakey’s Pizza Parlor, which if everything goes according to plan, will soon be replaced by Tesla’s two-story diner and 29-stall Supercharger station. The bottom floor of the building...

Pagani’s latest one-off hypercar is making its first public appearance at the Motor Valley Fest 2022 this weekend in Italy. The Pagani Huayra NC is a private commission created in collaboration between a client and Pagani Special Projects division and is on display at the 4th edition of the open-air celebration of Italy’s supercar prowess in Moderna’s Piazza Mazzini. Delivering 830 HP and 1080 NM of torque to the wheels via a twin-turbo Mercedes AMG-sourced 6.0l V12 engine and seven-speed sequential transmission, the Hauyra NC weighs just 2,733 lbs. The car features a unique panel-specific livery of blue, red and white as well as exposed carbon fibre and incorporates “performance-enhancing innovations in the structure, the chassis and the mechanics.” It will be on display alongside Pagani’...

Volkswagen revealed two exciting vehicles at this year’s Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, California. Taking place from May 26 to 29, the cars were displayed at the convention’s premiere of Obi-Wan Kenobi, where its star Ewan McGregor was in attendance. The showcars are entitled D. Buzz ‘Light Side Edition’ and ID. Buzz ‘Dark Side Edition,’ with skins designed to embody the characters of Kenobi and Darth Vader. Designers from Lucasfilm and Volkwagen worked collaboratively on the project. The ‘Light Side Edition’ takes its color from Kenobi’s iconic tunic. A blue line on the side resembles his lightsaber, while the chrome upper section makes reference to spaceships. The shiny and black matte of the ‘Dark Side Edition’ mimics the uniform of Vader and a red line across the vehicle showcases ...

Maserati has just unveiled its convertible version of the MC20 supercar — the MC20 Cielo. Weighing just 143 pounds more than its coupe counterpart, the Cielo makes up for the weight with an electrochromic (smart glass) roof that drops down in just 12 seconds. When the roof is up, the owner can change the roof from opaque to clear and back with Polymer-Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC) technology. This cabin transforms from intimate to full view at any temperature with the push of a button. Pictured in the exclusive Acquamarina paint color, the MC20 Cielo maintains all the coupe’s performances with a 0-100 km/h time of 2.9 seconds, accredited to its V6 that produces 621 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque. Adding to its “wow” factor are the butterfly doors. The MC20 Cie...

In celebration of the 90th anniversary of the famous Hockenheimring racetrack in Germany, Porsche had debuted its special edition Taycan GTS. The Porsche Taycan GTS Hockenheimring Edition maintains the Taycan GTS’s original 590 horsepower and can still hit 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds with a batter power of 93.4 kwh capacity. This special edition stands out with its new exterior paint coat, which sees the electric vehicle arrive in a Stone Grey, from Porsche’s custom color program. The color itself is a mix of both gold and beige tones which is also seen on the side sill trim and rear diffuser inlay. The interior cabin is designed with black leather upholstery and Island Green contrast stitching. A paldao open-pore wood trim is seen throughout the cabin while the gearshift, cup h...

DRIVERS is a series highlighting influential individuals in the HYPEBEAST sphere and their passion towards all things automotive. The approach is simple: what is car culture to you, and why do you have a passion for it? Each contributor is given a chance to shine light on their personal vehicle or vehicles, and asked to remark on how they are driving culture forward, both metaphorically and literally. If there was ever a parallel product that coincides with vintage cars, it would be watches – both age and patina over time, adopt charm throughout their years and, perhaps for the first time in human history, can be considered wise investments. And there’s no better person who would understand this comparison than Ben Clymer, founder of HODINKEE. Clymer, 40, started HODINKEE in 2008 as ...

This year marks 50 years of the BMW Motorsport subsidiary. To commemorate the anniversary, the German car manufacturer revisits its original emblem as well as premiering its latest We Are M short film. All models with a production date from March 2022 will feature the classic BMW Motorsport logo, boasting shifted semicircles that made its debut appearance in 1973. As well as emblems, 50 M paint finishes will be offered on selected cars such as “Dakar Yellow”, “Fire Orange”, “Daytona Violet”, “Macao Blue”, “Imola Red” and “Frozen Marina Bay Blue” which all represent various eras of the brand’s history. With more information yet to be released, BMW’s first electric high-performance M model is also due to launch in the near future as well as a special limited-edition iteration of the M4 Coupé...

Ushering in two decades since the R32, Volkswagen has unveiled the Golf R “20 Years” edition, the first Golf vehicle to boast the “R” racing badge. Packed with R-style equipment, the car comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 328 hp (245 kW), a jump compared to the output of the standard Golf. The engine, which drives all four wheels, has been revamped with turbocharger preloading, enabling the power to develop faster when accelerating. According to Volkswagen, this special model sprints from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 kph) in only 4.6 seconds. In terms of styling, the Golf R “20 Years” features a distinct “20” badge, as well as the “R” marker. Blue design accents add a pop of brightness, and buyers can opt for wheel rims in either blue or black depending on the vehicle’s exte...