Autos

Jeep has officially unveiled the new electric SUV concept, the Wrangler Magneto 2.0. With more than 600 horsepower and a manual transmission, Jeep says that that it can rival Tesla‘s $135,990 Model S Plaid sedan. Fully electric Jeeps seem to be on the way as the brand continues to showcase what they have in store for the future. The battery-powered concept is redesigned version of a similar concept revealed last year. This time around, the automotive company is showing off seven new electric 4×4 concepts at the Easter Jeep Safari, the brand’s annual off-road gathering. Jeep claims that the Magneto 2.0 can go from 0 to 60 mph in two seconds flat. With a higher-amperage propulsion system, the Magneto 2.0 is able to put out 850 pound-ft of torque and 625 horsepower, maintaini...

For car enthusiasts, driving is about more than just the technical specifics. Open Road explores not just what these cars do, but what they mean. Whether it’s an old, new, or exotic model, HYPEBEAST is looking beyond the stats to unpack the simple pleasures of automotive. The Aston Martin DBX707 is the best SUV in the world. You can take our word for it, as HYPEBEAST has just experienced life in the fast lane in Sardinia with the British marque’s flagship 4×4, and we could call it a day there. But a car of this superiority deserves more than just a lofty high-praising statement, so let us explain to you what makes this new model simply breathtaking.  Perhaps it was the surroundings of North Sardinia, a spaghetti nest of twisting cliff-top roads that peaked, flowed and carved through t...

BMW has unveiled its all-new X7, appearing in guises ranging from the xDrive40i to the M60i and the coveted Alpina XB7. For 2023, the X7 puts the focus on “more presence, more sportiness [and] more technology,” but truthfully, the SUV comes with more of everything. Specifically, the X7 now welcomes an even larger kidney grille which is sure to split opinions harder than it splits the car’s front-end into two defined segments. However, in M60i and “Black Pack” form, the grille makes for a commanding presence, which is only accentuated by the thin headlights that sit at the bridge of the bonnet and front bumper. Coupled with a redesigned M Sport package, lightweight alloy wheels measuring up to 23 inches and the latest-generation control system including BMW Cur...

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. When subcultures converge, it’s a beautiful thing. For our latest DRIVERS, we highlight Vincent Chan, whose dream was to turn his love of a specific manga and channeled it not only into his car, but his business as well. Born in Hong Kong and emigrated to the States only a few years back, Vincent and his girlfriend’s thought was first to open a coffee shop. Their eventual idea spa...

After a long-awaited teaser, Justin Bieber and Vespa have finally unveiled their collaborative project, designed and ideated by the Canadian artist. Over the years, Vespa has delighted consumers with unique collaborations with brands including Dior and Giorgia Armani. Now, the scooter company is partnering with global pop sensation for an amalgamated project that intertwines contemporary pop culture and traditional Italian craftsmanship. The new exclusive Vespa model is personally ideated and designed by the singer to bring a timeless aesthetic to the iconic two-wheeler. Bieber said in a statement, “The first time I rode a Vespa was somewhere in Europe, probably either London or Paris. I just remember seeing a Vespa and being like ‘I want to ride one of those.’ And I had ...

The Lamborghini Huracán has been around since 2014, serving as the marque’s “entry-level” supercar despite it packing a V10. Now, it has arrived as the Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica — sitting in between the hardcore track-ready STO and the rear-wheel-drive EVO. In fact, the Tecnica doesn’t just sit in between these two models, it actually borrows from both of them. Lamborghini has put the STO’s naturally-aspirated 5.2-liter V10 into the back of the Tecnica, but introduces the rear-wheel-drive and rear-steering system from the EVO, creating a car that offers 640 HP and 565 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. The result is a 0-62 MPH time of just 3.2 seconds — impressive given its RWD credentials — while 124 MPH is hit in just 9.1 seconds, before the car ...

There’s been a growing love for the Series 1 Range Rover as of late — whether it be a divisive custom or an electromod from Lunaz, the two-door shape is becoming increasingly loved among classic car fanatics. Now, those whose appetite is whetted by the boxy SUV are in luck, as a rare 1972 Range Rover customized by Franz Albert has appeared on the market. Presented in “Sahara Dust,” which is a highly-desirable shade for the Series 1, this particular car is anything but ordinary. While it’s immaculately clean, it holds a turbocharged secret underneath the hood, which comes courtesy of Franz Albert, the tuning company of Albert Franz who, as Classic Driver notes, “was responsible for tuning many of Willy König’s wild Ferraris and Mercedes.” It’s...

There’s a race happening in the electric automotive industry, and it seems that Lucid Motors might have edged across the line with its new Air Grand Touring Performance model. The car was first positioned as the longest-range, fastest-charging electric car on the market, and has since gone on to become the most powerful electric vehicle currently available in North America. It packs 1,050 HP — therefore 31 HP more than the current Tesla Model S Plaid — and it has a class-leading EPA-estimated driving range of 446 miles. In its Air Grand Touring Performance spec, the car will launch to 60 MPH in 2.6 seconds and does so thanks to an all-wheel-drive system connected to a proprietary motor paired to each axle. “Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance answers the strong dema...

Richard Mille-sponsored project SP80 has revealed its final boat design. The sailboat, which is towed by a large kite, looks to break the world sailing speed record currently set at 68.33 knots (79 mph) with a target speed of 80 knots (92 mph). Two pilots will undertake the record-breaking milestone together in the purely wind-powered sailboat. As sailing at 80 knots at sea is similar in intensity to driving a Formula 1 car on land, the boat’s cockpit is reinforced with Kevlar and designed to withstand up to 5G of pressure upon acceleration. The aerodynamic compartments also include bucket seats, 6 point harnesses, helmets, and oxygen masks. “Very early in our development face, it was clear that being alone on board was not an option to accelerate safely up to 80 knots,” ...

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan was unveiled in 2018, and it has enabled the luxurious British marque to not only set new sales records in-house, but also take a slice of the ever-growing luxe SUV market. Now, thanks to the Bavarian tuners Delta4x4, it seems that the Cullinan could also be set to take on the Dakar Rally — or perhaps some particularly tough countryside terrain. Delta4x4’s take on the luxury SUV is unlike anything any customizer has done before. While 1016 Industries opted for a 3D-printed wide body kit, and the likes of Mansory took things one step further with its UAE special, Delta4x4 goes full off-road rally mode, subverting the true origins of what the Cullinan was built for — that being unrivaled levels of luxury. While this remains inside, the exterior has ...

Audi has had a long history with prioritizing luxury while not skirting performance, particularly with its S models. For 2022, the German automaker is presenting its new S8 executive sedan, the flagship that continues to offer supercar numbers in a suite of luxury. For 2022, the S8 is updated as a facelift year – a mid-generation life cycle refresh – with subtle upgrades from the previous iterations. Its main updates, according to the brand, really address the comfort and handling sectors of its performance. For instance, the suspension has received a massive tech enhancement; predictive Audi Pre Sense technology makes the active suspension smarter and more intuitive. As the car scans the road ahead with built-in sensors, the suspension is able to cope with inconsistencies on the road – sp...

In the 24-hour 1966 Le Mans race, Ford famously swept the contest, claiming all three podium positions. The unprecedented victories reestablished respect for the American automotive industry which was long dominated by its Italian competitors. The story later served as inspiration for the 2019 film Ford v. Ferrari. The Ford GT Holman Moody Edition in focus is inspired by the livery of the gold GT40 MK II race car that placed third in the ’66 Le Mans race driven by American duo Ronnie Bucknum and Dirk Hutcherson. Exteriors feature exclusive Holman Moody Gold paint, contemporary carbon fiber touches, Brembo® brake calipers, “Heritage Red” accents, and “Oxford White No.5 “roundels. Cabin interiors are finished in carbon fiber and gold appliqués with ebony Alcantr...