Autos

Post Malone is bringing the vibes of his latest country album, F-1 Trillion, to life with two bespoke Ford trucks built by Velocity Restorations. The duo of Re-Engineered Classics celebrates the star’s musical evolution, blending gritty street style with laid-back country charm.The first build, a 1971 Ford F-250 Highboy from Velocity’s Heritage Series, takes center stage in the Devil I’ve Been music video featuring ERNEST. Dressed in Boxwood Green BASF Glasurit paint with a matching Velocity Signature Series Bronco, the F-250 combines rugged off-road presence with luxurious custom touches. Highlights include custom billet accessories, 33-inch tires and a bespoke billet gun rack. Inside, Post’s signature is etched into the door panels and exclusive speaker pods housing premium Focal audio e...

Ford has filed a patent for a manual gear shifter designed specifically for electric vehicles. Published on March 20, the patent outlines a “Shifter Assembly For Electric Vehicle” that replicates the feel of a traditional stick shift — without actually changing gears.Instead of mechanical linkages, the setup uses actuators and an electronic power controller to alter motor output as the driver goes through the simulated gears. Force feedback motors in the base of the lever provide vibration and resistance, mimicking the sensation of shifting in a combustion-powered car. Ford’s move follows similar efforts by Hyundai with its Ioniq 5 N and Toyota’s simulated stick prototypes in the Lexus RZ. While EVs don’t need gears, the tech aims to boost driver engagement, especially for enthusiasts nost...

Electric vehicle specialist Everrati has unveiled its latest work: the "Viper Commission," a redefined Porsche 911 (964) with a signature wide-body design and electric powertrain. Known for transforming iconic classics into zero-emission performance machines, Everrati’s newest commission blends heritage styling with the latest EV technology.Built entirely by hand in Newport Beach, California, the Viper Commission is powered by a 62kWh battery pack developed at Everrati’s Oxfordshire headquarters. The system delivers over 200 miles of range and achieves 0–60 mph in under four seconds, outperforming the original 964’s specs while offering both AC and DC fast-charging capabilities.Finished in a vibrant Viper Green paint — selected by the owner for its bold, unique character — the car is fitte...

Porsche is expanding its custom color offerings with a range of new additions, including another created by American Designer Sean Wotherspoon: Ashleygreen. Originally featured on a bespoke Porsche art car alongside his signature colors Nashyblue, Seanpeach and Lorettapurple — now, Ashleygreen, a vibrant medium green, is available to the wider Porsche community.Named after Wotherspoon’s wife, the new color adds a personal and emotional layer to Porsche’s expanding Paint to Sample (PTS) catalog. The earthy yet modern shade reflects Wotherspoon’s distinctive approach to design, blending streetwear sensibilities with high-end automotive culture. From the time of writing, Porsche enthusiasts worldwide will be able to order Ashleygreen through the PTS program, making the once-exclusive shade ac...

Bentley has delivered a rare Apex Edition Bentayga to collector Mark King, completing a one-of-a-kind Le Mans-themed pairing alongside his 2023 Le Mans Collection Continental GT.One of just 20 examples crafted by Mulliner, King’s bespoke Bentayga mirrors the distinctive Verdant green and Moonbeam racing stripe livery of his Continental GT — a tribute to Bentley’s historic 2003 Le Mans victory and marking its return to victory at Le Mans in 2023 after a 73-year absence from the top of the podium. This specific livery was exclusively available to existing Le Mans Collection owners.Based on the Bentayga S, the Apex Edition boasts a 542 hp 4L V8, capable of 0–60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Its capabilities are enhanced with Bentley Dynamic Ride, rear-wheel steering, 22-inch Mulliner carbon wheels and ...

Aston Martin has revealed the Vanquish Volante, its most powerful and dramatic convertible to date. Pairing performance with elegant design, the new flagship drop-top joins the Vanquish Coupe.At its heart is a 5.2L twin-turbo V12 engine producing 823 hp and 737 lb-ft of torque, enabling a blistering 0-62 mph sprint in 3.4 seconds and a 214 mph top speed. Despite its open-roof design, Aston Martin engineers ensured no compromise on structural integrity or driving dynamics, aided by a new bonded aluminum chassis and intelligent reinforcements.With its lightweight K-fold fabric roof operable at speeds up to 31 mph and operable via the key fob, the Vanquish Volante retains the coupe’s elegant proportions and aerodynamic flow. Signature Aston Martin design cues like the F1-inspired bonnet vents...

Hyundai has unveiled teaser images of its new concept car, the INSTEROID — a futuristic, gaming-inspired take on the brand’s popular INSTER electric vehicle. Slated for a full reveal in April 2025, the one-off design fantasy fuses pixel-perfect aesthetics with real-world performance cues.The name "INSTEROID" is a mash-up of “INSTER” and “steroid,” meant to signal a muscular, amped-up reimagining of the sub-compact EV that’s been a sales hit in Europe and South Korea since its debut in June 2024.Teaser visuals hint at aggressive, arcade-racer styling: flared wheel arches with air vents, oversized 21-inch wheels and a commanding rear spoiler and diffuser. Signature Pixel LED lights and video game-inspired controls further reinforce the car’s playful personality. Hyundai says INSTEROID is a “...

An ultra-rare example of modern coachbuilding, the 2018 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring is now available through RM Sotheby’s Private Sales. Commissioned as a unique "C52 Edition" and showing fewer than 11,600 km from new, this one-off creation celebrates the iconic 1952 Alfa Romeo C52 "Disco Volante" — a car widely regarded as one of Carrozzeria Touring’s most influential designs.Built atop the chassis of an Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, the modern Disco Volante was first unveiled in 2012 and met with immediate acclaim. Fewer than ten coupes were believed to have been produced, each customized to the owner’s specifications. This particular example, completed in 2018, wears hand-beaten aluminum bodywork finished in Rosso paint that pays homage to the original C52. Subtle details include ...

Jeep has unveiled the 2025 Gladiator Big Bear Edition, a California-exclusive model that pays tribute to the state’s diverse landscapes and adventurous spirit — limited to 5,000 units.Named after Southern California’s four-season Big Bear Lake and the iconic California grizzly bear, the Big Bear Edition builds off the Gladiator Sport S with rugged upgrades and premium features designed for outdoor exploration. Off-road enhancements include 17-inch black-painted wheels wrapped in 32-inch mud-terrain tires, steel rock rails and Jeep’s Command-Trac 4x4 system with a two-speed transfer case.A body-color hardtop, removable doors and a fold-down windshield highlight the Gladiator’s class-exclusive open-air freedom. Inside, drivers will find heated McKinley-trimmed leather seats, a heated steerin...