Autos

Earlier this month, the luxury Italian marque Lamborghini announced the return of its legendary Countach name in the form of a V12-hybrid that produces 802 HP, and they have also all sold out — but fear not, as an upcoming RM Sotheby’s auction is giving you the chance to buy one of the greatest Countach‘s there has ever been: the LP400 “Periscopio” by Bertone. The black-over-black example is just one of 150 “Periscopio” editions built, and as a previous RM Sotheby’s auction listing notes, this iteration is “by far the purest and most desirable examples of the Countach breed.” It claims this title as it’s the most fuss-free version of all the Countachs, sans wings and dips, making room for the eye to appreciate the quintessen...

The contemporary Nissan GT-R R35 is arguably the most easily accessible GT-R there’s ever been, especially now that prices of the previous generation Skyline GT-Rs are only climbing month after month, however the same cannot be said for this incredibly rare Spec-V example that’s just landed at Harlow Jap Autos in the U.K. A total of 110 Spec-V R35s were built, comprised of 77 for Japan, 24 for Europe, one for the U.K., seven for the Middle East, and one additional car, and now this single U.K. example is up for grabs. It’s finished in “Ultimate Black Metallic Opal LAC ” which is essentially a modern version of the classic “Midnight Purple 4” colorway that’s highly desirable on older Skylines, and comes with a set of black lightweight forged R...

NOVITEC sub-label SPOFEC is known for remixing the Rolls-Royce line-up, having previously dabbled with the Wraith and Cullinan 4×4, but now it takes a slightly more subtle approach with its take on the all-new Ghost II. Rolls-Royce’s Ghost II is the new-and-improved version of what many refer to as the “baby Phantom,” a name given to it because of its slightly smaller and slimmer profile than the flagship model. However, this is all switched up thanks to SPOFEC’s carbon fiber body kit extensions, which add a new front bumper splitter, side skirts, a set of fenders, a revised rear bumper, and a new spoiler lip. Additionally, a set of 22″ Vossen-made chrome rims have been added alongside a suspension lowering of 40mm, making the car look squat and aggressiv...

Oscar Mayer has teamed up with Lyft to offer free rides in the Wienermobile. Only in America can you take a tour around particular cities in a stand-out hot dog vehicle by the famed meat and cold cuts company. Users who request a Lyft XL will be able to be picked up in the 27-foot long rolling hot dog, but riders won’t be able to know if they’ve booked the vehicle until it shows up. Along with the eye-catching lift, you’ll be able to enjoy music and free brand merch such as free shirts, neon lights, hot dog masks and Weenie Whistles. The Lyft app will be notifying users in the cities of New York, Chicago, Log Angeles and Atlanta when the Wienermobile is pulling up in town starting August 25 to August 27. In case you missed it, LEGO builds a drivable life-size Toyota GR Su...

If BMW releases a new model, rest assured that the tuning company MANHART will get its hands all over it at some point. This is the one-off MANHART MH5 GTR, a four-door supercar-slaying saloon that’s based on the already impressive M5 CS (Competition Sport). The M5 CS takes the standard M5 to new heights, reducing weight by 70kg thanks to BMW’s extensive use of carbon fiber inside and out. A 4.4-liter bi-turbo V8 engine also produces more power (635 HP to be exact), but as per usual, this is not enough for MANHART. As a result, the MH5 GTR now features an MHtronik powerbox and a MANHART carbon air intake which ups the power to 788 HP and 935 Nm of torque. In stock M5 CS-spec, the car launches to 62 MPH in just three seconds, and we suspect this time has been slashed considerabl...

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. For our latest iteration of DRIVERS, we head to Vancouver, British Columbia, to highlight someone a bit more behind the scenes of our everyday-hyped world. Canadian Nick Cheung is the director of operations/digital lead for SNEAKERBOX, a local footwear/fashion retailer in Canada that has made its space into a stronghold staple for sneakerheads – think Darkside Initiative in San Francisco, Pat...

As the Lexus LFA approaches its tenth birthday, it seems that numerous examples are starting to appear on the second-hand resell market — such as this 2012 example that sold for $808,000 USD just last month — and now another, even rarer example has sold through RM Sotheby’s for $1.6m USD. The one you see above is an LFA Nürburgring Package, meaning it’s just one of 64 built (of which 25 were sold in the U.S.A.), making it a rare modern classic from the Japanese brand. Finished in a very clean black-over-black colorway, the Nürburgring Package adds lightweight magnesium BBS rims and plenty of carbon fiber exterior components, from a revised front splitter to a huge rear wing and canards on the nose, which come together to improve downforce but subsequently reduce top...

Brabus and Mercedes-AMG‘s partnership is one of the most extensive in the entire automotive industry, and rarely do third parties get to join in on the power-hungry team up, but this is exactly what has happened with the fostla.de concepts x Brabus Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S. Having previously debuted its take on the GT 63 S as both the Brabus 800 and the Rocket 900 “One of Ten,” this car is nothing new per se. It comes with a tuned version of the four-liter bi-turbo V8 to produce 800 HP and torque that’s electronically limited  to 1,000 Nm, which sends the 2.1-tonne car to 62 MPH in just 2.9 seconds before hitting a v-max of 195 MPH. Where fostla.de concepts comes in is through the means of customization. By applying a wrap, the Brabus 800 sports a color that is seldom s...

German car manufacturer Dembell is launching the Actros, a new luxury RV nicknamed the “land yacht.” The motorhome sports a sleek dark grey exterior with red racing stripes and logos decorating the laterals and rear. The interior is modern, cozy, and luxurious featuring premium materials, mood lighting and soft touches. The land yacht is equipped with a solar roof, two 55′ TVs, Bose home theater system, a 1,000-liter freshwater tank, an electric parasol tent with wind sensors, solar panels and Miele home appliances including an oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, vapor-withdrawal system and washer/dryer. The cockpit has four captain seats fitted with air-spring suspension and massage functions and the suite is equipped with a king-sized bed. Interior spaces can be maximized w...

Japanese automaker Subaru has given its Forester a more aggressive makeover, creating a sportier look for the more adventurous drivers out there. With most of the changes made to the front end of the crossover, Subaru has tweaked the shaping of the headlights to be more squared and angular, paired aggressively with DRL brows that link up with a completely redesigned, rugged grille for a truly offroad look. Sitting beneath these modifications are two elevated “cheekbones” extending above the fog lamps and their bumper-integrated housing, all complementing the car’s sportier aesthetic. Unfortunately, the current revamped Subaru Forester will only be a Japan-exclusive, but North America will be receiving its own Forester Wilderness shortly after and Autoblog suggests that th...

Range Rover has taken its Sports SUV vehicle to new heights with its Special Vehicle Operations Ultimate Edition release. Packed with SVR detailing, this new edition of the Range Rover is the manufacture’s fastest and most powerful SUV to date. Available in three exclusive colors — Maya Blue Gloss, Marl Grey Gloss, and a stealthy Ligurian Black — the SUV sees 575 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque via a 5.0-liter V8 supercharged engine that takes the SUV 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 176mph. Hannah Custance, Design Manager, SV Color and Materials, said, “Our SV Bespoke design team is always pushing the boundaries to create stunning vehicle colors with enhanced individuality. This is the first SV Bespoke edition we’ve offered with beautifully textured an...

Mercedes-Benz has just unveiled its new C-Class All-Terrain. Available in 48-volt mild-hybrid gasoline or diesel engines, the new C-Class All-Terrain gives offroading a luxurious spin with the interior you’d expect from the German automaker’s line while outfitting the vehicle with plenty of performance tech. Longer, wider and taller than the Estate, the All-Terrain comes fitted with plastic cladding on its fenders, a set of unique bumpers and even a faur front skid plate for a more rugged aesthetic. Its standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive is paired with a four-link front suspension with larger steering knuckles, while the dampers themselves are able to adapt to various surfaces for a more flexible driving experience. It also comes equipped with two new offroad modes: the standard &...