Autos

What’s rarer than a pristine 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 S by Bertone? A meticulously restored, bare metal example originally owned by a 19-year-old Iranian coed attending college at the University of California, Berkeley, in the ’70s — that’s what. This is exactly what you see above and it is due to go to auction with RM Sotheby’s later this month. It’s a rare example — one of approximately 50 — that falls into the late Series II “Transitional” P400 S spec, meaning it features stylistic cues of the early models (such as narrow fenders and the signature “eyelashes” around the headlights) while also sporting mechanical enhancements that made the Miura a better car. As a result, this P400 S features — as RM Sotheby...

The Jumpacan was created by Chris Steinbacher and his team at B is for Build to race The Mint 400, an annual American off-road race that takes place for two days on a punishing 400-mile racecourse in the deserts of Las Vegas, Nevada. All types of vehicles from sedans and motorcycles to RV’s and tanks have made the journey, but never a Lamborghini. B is for Build has completely stripped down the Lamborghini Huracan to its chassis and shell and added off-road bits including long-travel suspension, LS V8 engine, manual transmission, and massive off-road wheels to resemble something between the batmobile and a Mad Max desert buggy. If all goes according to plan, the Jumpacan will appear at this year’s The Mint 400 held from December 1 to 5. For more on this vehicle, head over to th...

Acura is sending off its iconic NSX supercar in style by releasing a new Type S version. Ending at the 2022 model, this last NSX will only be available in 350 examples with 300 of those going to the U.S. market. While it is assumed the new NSX will receive a bump in power and handling in line with its past Type S upgrades, no numbers have officially been revealed. From Acura’s video teaser, a few clues have been shown that reveal how this model has been enhanced cosmetically, with additions like a matte silver paint job, Type S badges, carbon fiber accents, a numbered plaque, and a red engine cover that’s reminiscent of Honda’s Type R performance line. Automotive fans will have to wait until August 12 for the full reveal from Acura. View this post on Instagram A post shar...

Audi has just begun to deliver its highly anticipated RS e-tron GT electric sports sedan, and HYPEBEAST was invited for a private preview, test drive, and experience just as dealers are receiving their inventory. From first impressions, its entry into the electric sports car market is sure to make waves – the car is seriously good. In the looks department, both the e-tron GT and the more powerful RS edition have a stance and presence not seen often from other offerings from the Four Rings, besides perhaps the Audi R8 or older generation RS4s. We previewed the car up close during a pre-market preview earlier this year, but only up close and with a bit more time with the vehicle do you realize the charisma it has. Dare we say: it’s even prettier than the car which shares its platform, ...

Hennessey Performance has revealed the 2021 Hennessey Venom 1000 package for the Ford Shelby Mustang GT500. The Shelby GT500 is the Ford Mustang‘s top performance model with 760 horsepower and 625 pound-feet of torque generated from a 5.2-liter supercharged V8. The Venom 1000 package turns it up to 1,000 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. The car features a flex-fuel tune and can run 900-horsepower on 93 octane pump gas, but performs its best on E85 fuel. Cosmetically, the car is given Venom and Hennessey exterior badges and serial numbered plaques indicating the magic that lies below the hood. An air and oil separator system and a recalibrated transmission system are featured with additional upgrades to the fuel injectors, air induction, supercharger belt, drive pulley, fuel l...

Following a series of leaks online, Toyota has finally seized the opportunity to officially unveil the first images of its upcoming 2022 Tundra. While other details revolving around the rugged pickup remain scarce at this point, we do know that the Japanese automaker has been developing a new “iForce MAX” engine for the new Tundra, which could potentially be similar to the twin-turbocharged, 3.5-liter, 415-horsepower V6 powering the 2022 Land Cruiser. The two cars will also share the same platform, giving the Tundra greater rigidity and safety features. Other performance upgrades include better handling, higher towing and payload capacities, as well as a coil spring rear suspension. Toyota will be releasing full details for the 2022 Tundra soon, and those interested can sign up...

To make up for a lack of the classic Defender Camel Trophy Edition in the U.S., Land Rover has now created one for the 2022 Defender model instead, making it exclusive to the North American market. The car itself is based on the Defender X-Dynamic SE, which is powered by a six-cylinder engine pushing out 395 horsepower. Aside from being dressed in the ultra-iconic yellow shade of the Camel Trophy vehicles, the special edition receives a vintage-styled logo on both doors and a black trim package to offer a sleek dash of contrast. To prepare you for the wilderness, Land Rover has also equipped the car with a new front bumper, a skid plate, an expedition roof platform, a ladder to access it, mud flaps to keep things relatively clean along with rubber floor mats on the interior, a winch instal...

Bentley has crafted a limited-edition take on its ultra-luxurious Flying Spur Hybrid, taking inspiration from its EXP 100 GT Concept unveiled back in 2019 in celebration of the British automaker’s 100th anniversary. Named the Odyssean Edition, the new Flying Spur Hybrid is offered in a variety of specifically chosen color options to pair with the Pale Brodgar trim on the interior, which is also lined with a series of open-pore Koa wood panels and sustainably sourced leathers in furtherance of the company’s sustainability efforts. Powering the vehicle itself will be a combination of a 2.9-liter V6 and an electric motor which together push out a combined 536 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque, translating to a 0-60mph time of 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 177mph. It’l...

Tesla is now prepared to pay $1.5 million USD in a settlement over battery throttling incidents for its Model S. Complaints first surfaced in 2019 when Tesla released an over-the-air update to its batteries after one of its Model S EVs caught fire in a parking lot in Hong Kong. The update was said to change up the cars’ “charge and thermal management settings” in order to “help further protect the battery and improve battery longevity.” While the updates did help with battery preservation, some Model S owners experienced a reduction in their battery’s maximum voltage, and subsequently took Tesla to court with a class-action lawsuit. According to new reports, 1,743 Model S EVs were affected by the update in the U.S. The owners suffered a 10 percent batter...

Elon Musk announced that Tesla will hold an AI Day on August 19 via Twitter on Wednesday evening. Though Tesla has previously held an Autonomy Day in 2019 and a Battery Day in 2020, AI Day marks the first time that the car manufacturer will dedicate an event exclusively to artificial intelligence. Tesla AI Day August 19th — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 29, 2021 Musk did not share much information regarding details of the event, though he did add: “convincing the best AI talent to join Tesla is the sole goal.” Musk alluded to the event back in June, when he tweeted that Tesla was looking into hosting an AI Day in approximately one month. “Will go over progress with Tesla AI software & hardware, both training & interference. Purpose is recruiting,” he added at t...

Top Gear‘s former host Richard Hammond is selling some of his prized vehicles in a private auction hosted by Silverstone. Putting up eight of his cherished collectibles, in order to fund his new vehicle restoration business venture “The Smallest Cog,” Hammond’s vehicles include a much-loved family heirloom 1959 Bentley S2, a stunning 1969 Porsche 911, a 1927 Sunbeam Model 2 motorcycle, a 1999 Lotus Esprit Sport 350 (5 of 48), a 1932 Velocette KSS Mk1, a 1977 Moto Guzzi Le Mans Mk1, and a Norton and Kawasaki motorcycle that he bought for his 40th and 50th birthday. “The irony of me supporting my new classic car restoration business by selling some of my own classic car collection is not wasted on me” stated Hammond. He went on to add “It is with a v...