Autos

English writer Agatha Christie once said, “To travel by train is to see nature and human beings, towns and churches, and rivers, in fact, to see life.” The once dominant form to get around has since been a memory of a bygone age. But with the advent of more environmentally-conscious travelers, people such as French designer, Thierry Gaugain, aim to breathe life back into the industry. Dubbed the “G-Train,” an extremely lucky and wealthy person can pay $350,000,000 USD to get a private 1,300 foot smart train — comprising of 14 sleek cars that feature a state-of-the-art glass exterior that can change from opaque to transparent and a whole range of colors, depending on the environment. Additionally, the train will come with an owners suite, nearly 20 guest rooms, gym, spa an...

JDM cars aren’t just brilliant to drive and own, they’re also a great investment, and this 1995 Toyota Supra Mk4 is no exception. Fitted with the desirable six-speed manual gearbox, the Supra is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter 2JZ inline-six engine that produces 320 HP and 315 lb-ft of torque, which is good for a 0-60 MPH time of around five seconds. This particular example has only had one owner in its 25-year life and has accumulated just 7,000 miles, all of which were driven on the stock 17″ rims. Finished in “Renaissance Red,” the Supra comes with plenty of retro and sought-after touches such as the removable roof panel (very Fast & Furious), a small front lip spoiler, optional mudguards, and a rear wing, while components such as the brake cal...

Do you want a Brabus-tuned Mercedes-AMG G-Wagon but don’t want to look like a showoff? Well, Brabus has now given the GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe a tune, which combines the marque’s thinking-man attitude with Brabus’ raw and visceral delivery of power for a car that’s full Jekyll and Hyde. On the outside it’s business as usual, with the car served up in black alongside plenty of carbon fiber hitting up the front splitter, the side skirts and wheel arches, wing mirror covers, the rear diffuser, and much more. Sitting on a huge set of 24-inch rims, the coupe sits 25mm lower than standard which makes for a very menacing look — but of course, because this Merc’ is a bit more subtle from the get-go, it also looks perfectly normal and not like it’s bein...

The new Audi RS3 Sportback and Sedan is here, and yet again the German marque has pulled all the stops to make what is undeniably one of the best hot hatches around. For 2022, Audi fits the RS3 with a 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine that’s good for 400 HP and 500 Nm of torque, or enough power to send the Quattro-equipped rocket to 62 MPH in just 3.8 seconds. An optional “RS Dynamic” pack will de-limit the top speed to allow it to reach 180 MPH, and stopping the car (with this pack) is a huge set of ceramic brakes. Everything on the RS3 has been tightened or neatened up to make it even more poised and aggressive. For example, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission has shorter shifting times and a sportier gear ratio spread, making for harder accelerations off t...

Automotive tuning company NOVITEC is known for taking already blisteringly fast cars and turning them up to eleven, and its take on the Ferrari SF90 Stradale is absolutely no exception. In standard form, the twin-turbo V8 engine that’s paired with three electric motors produces an already impressive 986 HP, but for NOVITEC this wasn’t enough. By adding a high-performance exhaust system and metal catalysts, power is now up to 1,033 HP and 858 Nm of torque, which makes the hypercar hit 62 MPH in a staggering 2.5 seconds before going onto a top speed of over 211 MPH. The new exhaust system is not just for added power, as it allows the four-liter V8 to breathe better which offers better overall performance and economy. Secondly, 100-cell metal catalysts and two stainless tailpipes ...

Just 1,311 Ferrari F40s were built between 1987 and 1992, and it’s safe to say that if you have ever seen one it’s probably been in the signature red shade of “Rosso Ferrari.” So, finding one in blue (inspired by Porsche’s “Aqua Blue Metallic”) is beyond rare — and now this single example is up for sale. The F40 has quite a story attached to it, too. Starting life in Nyon near Lake Geneva in 1989, this model was then taken to Japan in 2004 and was converted into the F40 LM by Liberty Walk. In 2014, Joe Macari Performance Cars London bought the Liberty Walk-bodied car and brought it back to the U.K. where it was purchased again on the basis that it was returned to its original condition, and painted blue. This was at the request of the photogr...

In a world rife with hypercars and electric cars that can perform the unimaginable, Pininfarina is making a case for the ultimate level of customization. Its Battista hyper GT is an all-electric, 1,900 HP, 1,696 lb-ft. of torque-producing road-legal rocket, and in addition to the already incredibly exclusive club this car belongs to, Pininfarina wants to make the car stand out more than anything that’s ever come before it by allowing customers to customize nearly every inch of their Battista. The first fully bespoke Battista is the one you can see above, and it’s inspired by New York City. Featuring industry-first carbon fiber bodywork in red, white, and blue (just like the U.S. flag), the car uses “Iconica Blu” thread throughout the exterior to create an aesthetic ...

This year’s Motor Valley Fest saw an abundance of events take place from July 1-July 4 in Modena, Italy — the birthplace of the world’s most famous automotive brands including Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Dallara, Pagani and Ducati. In partnership with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Italian Trade Agency and the Emilia-Romagna Region, the four-day festival celebrated Italian engineering as well as promoted the country’s top businesses. To kick start Motor Valley Fest 2021, revered three-Michelin-star chef and brand ambassador of the House of the Trident, Massimo Bottura, revealed his latest creation through Maserati’s Fuoriserie customization program. Hailing from Modena, he was inspired by childhood memories of wandering into the countryside and finding vintage cars cove...

Intel’s Mobileye, which develops self-driving cars and advanced driver assistance systems, has begun testing autonomous vehicles (AV) in New York Cityas part of its rapidly expanding global AV testing program. Utilizing New York City as a testing ground — the United State’s largest city by population — the company can demonstrate the full capabilities of its AV technology.“Driving in complex urban areas such as New York City is a crucial step in vetting the capabilities of an autonomous system and moving the industry closer to commercial readiness,” said Professor Amnon Shashua, senior vice president of Intel and president and CEO of Mobileye, in a press release. Showcased in the above video, Mobileye’s camera-only subsystem AV can drive through highly-congested streets with pe...

Held from July 1-4, Motor Valley Fest is dedicated to showcasing the contributions of Italian engineering to the world of automotive racing. Formed in partnership with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Italian Trade Agency and the Emilia-Romagna Region to promote the country’s top businesses, the four-day festival was held in Modena, Italy — a UNESCO World Heritage Site often regarded as the birthplace of Italian supercars. Located in the middle of the city, this year the Novi Sad Park became the Motor Valley Arena acting as center stage for the jam-packed automotive festival. Maserati inaugurated the event series showcasing two of its latest sporty MC20 models. As well as hosting the Ferrari Challenge, Lamborghini and Ducati races and Memorial Bettaga convoy in honor of the l...

Conor McGregor now has the superyacht to match his hypercars. Made in partnership between Lamborghini and The Italian Sea Group, the Tecnomar 63 is both brands’ attempt at making a Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 for water. Arriving in the same metallic-green color as the hybrid sports car, the Tecnomar 63 weighs 24 tons, is 63 feet in length, is constructed out of carbon fiber, and is powered by two MAN V12-2000HP engines. McGregor who’s a big fan of showy vehicles took to Instagram with the caption “My Lamborghini yacht is ready.” Known for also purchasing luxury goods in his lucky color green, like his Rolex watches, it’s almost a given that we’ll be seeing the Irish MMA star showing off this $3.4 million USD boat in action. He’ll most likely be spendin...

Outdoor adventurers and camping enthusiasts will be delighted to learn that a 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ60 is now up for auction. Originally build to benefit to EOD Warrior Foundation and sold in 2019 through a raffle, this particular FJ60 had been geared up for explorers to take off-road. Power is generated from a 4.2-liter inline-six engine couple with a Howell throttle body fuel injection system, a four-speed manual transmission, and a dual-range transfer case. There’s also an ARB twin air compressor, Lazer Star LED auxiliary lights and an Old Man Emu suspension with rear air shocks for a more stable ride. Performance aside, the car itself is given a rugged drab green exterior paired with tan leather Corbeau seats inside. To make your journey through the wilderness even more plea...