Autos

Much to its fans’ disappointment, the German marque BMW has never created an M3 Touring wagon — until now. In a YouTube video posted earlier this week, BMW lifted the cover on its upcoming M3 Touring, which combines the latest-generation G80 M3’s front with a new wagon rear-end. As the video shows, the M3 Wagon is expected to be just as capable as the current sedan M3 and its M4 counterpart around the Nürburgring, but it should also be more practical than its siblings. A large tailgate should be able to fit everything you need and the family dog, while inside you’ll comfortably seat five adults, all while the twin-turbocharged three-liter straight-six engine powers you along. BMW has perfected the design of the upcoming wagon, too. Underneath the aforementioned tail...

South Carolina-based tuning company Himalaya is widely respected as one of the finest Land Rover Defender modifiers, and now it presents one of its greatest creations to date — the Land Rover Defender 130 “Summit Series” in all-black. Himalaya’s custom truck proves that off-roading can still be performed in style and luxury, as the “Summit Series” Defender comes with a black leather-clad interior that’s accented with red stitching all around. Modern amenities such as heated seats, 3D printed bezels to surround the digital gauges, various BlackVue 4K HD cameras with 360° viewing and remote viewing and recording capabilities, a 7″ touchscreen with Apple CarPlay functionality, and a 1000-watt JL Audio DSP amplifier and eight JL Audio speakers po...

Daniel Arsham continues to step out of the box for his creations, this time collaborating with coveted streetwear design brand Stone Island on a customized Porsche 930 and a Mercedes Unimog 404. The vehicles are reimagined for all-terrain purposes using reimagined heritage Stone Island fabrics for the aesthetic. The project, titled Safari first features a Leh Keen-built Porsche. The car uses a 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo as its based and is customized so that it is suitable for off-road use. The design managed to maintain many original ’70s and ’80s pieces in its modification process into a proper rally car. On top of the off-road tires and heightened suspensions that ready the vehicle for all-terrain conditions, the car features an external light pod on the front hood, additional b...

The Nissan Skyline and subsequent R35-era GT-R is a legend in the automotive world, adorned by millions of petrolheads around the world and lauded as one of the greatest series of cars to ever be made, but things are about to change as it’s just been confirmed the GT-R is being killed off in Europe. Exclusively and officially confirmed by CarScoops, it states that a Nissan U.K. spokesperson has told the publication that European GT-R production will come to an end in March 2022. The heavy decision follows the UK and the EU’s ongoing crack-down on cars and regulations, and in the GT-Rs case, the car is deemed to break noise regulations. The blow follows more regulations that have put pressure on automotive companies to make greener modes of transportation, which has also seen th...

In celebration of its recent wins during the American Flat Track championships, Indian Motorcycle has now created a limited-edition FTR for the racing fans. Aptly dubbed the FTR Championship Edition, the new bike is inspired by the FTR750 and sports a sleek black body heavily accented with red components and livery to bring out a classic racing aesthetic. On the fuel tank is a commemorative Indian Motorcycle Racing bezel detailing each year the company has won the American Flat Track championship, from 2017 all the way through to 2021. Of course, as a limited edition, Indian has given the model more than just a special livery. The automaker has equipped the FTR with a series of premium parts, including its ProTaper flat tracker aluminum handlebars, a seat cowl, front fender, airbox covers ...

Tesla has raised the prices of its electric vehicles, marking the second hike within the month. Last week, the automaker tacked on an additional $1,000 USD to a few of its long-range models. In an overnight update, Tesla once again raised its prices. The cheapest car to come out of the automaker, the Model 3, went up $2,000 USD and now starts at $47,000 USD. Other increases include the Model 3 Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive, now $2,500 USD more expensive at $54,490 USD, and the Performance version, which will cost drivers an additional $3,000 USD at $61,990 USD. The prices of Tesla vehicles have been gradually increasing throughout 2021, so this latest move isn’t entirely surprising. Elon Musk recently hinted at a potential hike on Twitter, writing that Tesla and SpaceX are seeing a “significa...

Aston Martin and a thumping V12 engine go hand-in-hand, and now it has planted this behemoth of a power source into the Vantage. The all-new V12 Vantage follows on from the highly sought-after previous generation V12 Vantage, and like that model, this new iteration is a completely different beast from its V8-powered sibling. This is the last time Aston Martin’s 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 will be found in any of its production cars, and coupling that with the fact only 333 units of the new V12 Vantage are set to be made makes for an incredibly special and rare car. In addition, the new model is the most powerful Vantage ever made, offering 700 PS and 753 Nm of torque which results in the rear-wheel-drive coupe hitting 0-60 MPH in 3.4 seconds before going onto a top speed of 200 M...

Cadillac will soon be announcing the full specs for its 2023 Escalade-V in the coming months. The American automaker first unveiled the SUV back in January with a series of images (which you can view above), and while most of its details have yet to be revealed, the company has called it the “ultimate expression of Cadillac design, performance and technology, and the purest expression of the passion that exists at the core of the Cadillac brand.” From what we’ve seen so far, the new Escalade-V takes on a similar design aesthetic as the Escalade Sport and Sport Platinum, with a mesh grille up front and blacked-out accents all across. You’ll also find lightweight wheels paired with a premium braking system and bright red calipers in line with its sporty nature, comple...

Honda has announced the revival of its 1969 Dax ST125 mini-motorcycle for Europe. The name “Dax” is derived from “Dachshund,” the petite dog breed also known as the sausage dog. Honda’s miniMOTOs are in fact one of the brand’s most popular offerings, with other cult-favorite bikes including the Cub, Grom, and Monkey. The 2023 Dax bike is defined by a distinct T-shaped steel frame chassis, thick leather seat, tall handlebars, 31mm forks, 12-inch five-spoke wheels, and a raised muffler design. Powering the bike is a 124cc air-cooled SOHC two-valve engine inherited from fellow Honda miniMOTO Super Cub, capable of reaching up to 55 mph at an output of just 9.3 horsepower. Honda also claims the tiny 1.5-gallon fuel tank can run up to 150 miles. Additional fea...

Ferrari unveiled the Roma in 2019, positioning the two-door coupe as its entry-level grand tourer-style supercar for a more discerning daily driver as opposed to one that might opt for the 812 Superfast for example, but now Mansory has stepped in to combine its world with the laid back Ferrari for something utterly wild. Introducing the customized model today, Mansory’s take on the Roma sees a complete vehicle overhaul that makes it far from the original model. Here, a body kit has been added to every inch of the Roma, notably sporting a new carbon fiber front hood, a redesigned front end with carbon canards, sides with new skirts and carbon slats in the fenders and doors, new wing mirrors, and a completely revised rear end that comprises a new lip spoiler and a huge F1-inspired rear...

Unexpectedly, Pixar is now working with Style Porsche, Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur on a one-off Porsche 911 Carrera. Led by Cars Creative Director Jay Ward and Production Designer Bob Pauley, the special edition is inspired by the character Sally Carrera, who is based around a 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera. Currently in its early stages, the one-off will feature Sally’s signature light metallic blue paint job for a faithful tonal look. Custom wheels will also be made to replicate the look of Sally’s “Turbo Twist” wheels and badging will express vintage Carrera motifs and Sally’s pinstripe tattoo. While the interior will come complete with blue accents, special logos and custom door sill plates. Additionally, Ward and Pauley noted in their sketches that the 911 wil...

Volvo will soon be testing out wireless charging for its XC40 Recharge EV fleet in Gothenburg, Sweden in partnership with taxi company Cabonline. Over the course of three years, Volvo will be using new wireless chargers in the Gothenburg Green City Zone that have been delivered by Momentum Dynamics, a firm specializing in the area. Compatible vehicles will simply have to park over a charging pad that’s been embedded in the street and the charging will begin automatically, sending energy through the pad to a receiver unit in the car. To help drivers align with the pad, the XC40 Recharge fleet will also be equipped with 360-degree cameras. Volvo says that the charging pads can deliver a flow of 40kW, making it four times faster than a wired 11kW AC charger and almost as fast as a wired...