Autos

SummaryRezvani Motors has officially revealed the 2027 Fortress, a heavily modified "tactical off-road super truck" based on the Ford F-150 Raptor platformBuyers can choose between a 450-horsepower V-6 or a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 producing a monstrous 850 horsepowerThe apocalyptic vehicle offers extensive military-grade options, including ballistic armor bodywork, bullet-resistant glass, and blast-resistant underbody protectionIf your daily commute requires surviving the apocalypse or driving straight out of a Blade Runner set, Rezvani Motors has exactly what you need. The boutique automaker has officially unveiled the 2027 Fortress, a heavily modified, hyper-aggressive pickup truck hailed as the "ultimate tactical off-road super truck." Built on the high-performance bones of the Ford ...

SummaryUber has announced the launch of "Uber Drift" in Tokyo, a limited-edition travel experience offered as part of its global "Go Anywhere" seriesThe offering gives international travelers rare access to Japan's underground drifting scene, providing professional tandem drifting sessions at the technical Mobara Twin CircuitThe fully curated half-day itinerary includes round-trip private transfers via Uber Black and roughly 90 minutes of high-intensity track time where guests will ride shotgun with Formula Drift licensed drivers in iconic street racing cars, such as the Nissan Silvia S15 and the Nissan 180SXUber is tapping directly into the neon-lit, adrenaline-fueled energy of Japanese car culture. The ride-hailing giant has officially announced the launch of Uber Drift in Tokyo, transfo...

In the car industry, there are certain standards that brands have set and maintain due to the price applied to their vehicles. Lexus, however, seems to be breaking the mold with its new ES sedan, and some very unexpected luxury elements in it for a fraction of the cost.Lexus invited us to San Diego to experience the new ES models, across the 350e, 350h and 500e trims. Appearance-wise, the sedan achieves a sharp exterior profile matched by a minimalist, tech-focused cabin; an approach we appreciate for not completely standing out on the roads but more so within the sphere of "IYKYK" between discerning consumers. We also are in the camp of sedans > SUVs, and so far we're seeing more and more companies bringing back sedans, so it was refreshing to see the ES return for its eighth iteration...

SummaryAssouline is releasing Vintage Cars in June 2026, a 208-page large-format hardcover priced at $120 USDThe book features photography by Laziz Hamani and an introduction by renowned automotive historian Ken Gross, spanning iconic marques and rare collector models admired for their rarity, technical excellence, and timeless designVintage Cars is part of Assouline's Classics Collection, continuing the publisher's approach of treating cultural subjects with the material and editorial seriousness of luxury objectsKen Gross has spent a career arguing that vintage cars deserve to be understood the way we understand fine furniture or oil paintings: as objects shaped by human intention, technical mastery, and a specific cultural moment. Assouline's Vintage Cars, arriving June 2026 at $120 USD...

SummaryFerrari collaborates with LoveFrom to create its highly anticipated, first-ever all-electric vehicleA quad-motor architecture delivers a blistering 1,050 cv and 5,716 lb-ft of ground torque to all four wheelsThe minimalist, "simplified and rationalized" package arrives with an unprecedented five-seat configurationFerrari has joined forces with Jony Ive's LoveFrom to develop the Ferrari Luce, the first fully electric model from the Italian auto purveyor. Unveiled in Rome today, the Luce rethinks Ferrari's structural and aesthetic footprint, balancing high-performance motorsport engineering with a refined, Apple-esque design language.Co-founded by Jony Ive and Marc Newson, LoveFrom worked alongside the Ferrari Style Centre to envision the wind-smoothened, continuous silhouette, priori...

SummaryBYD's premium sub-brand Denza auctioned a one-of-a-kind Chopard Edition of its Z9 GT electric shooting brake for $815,000 USD at the 32nd Cannes amfAR charity galaThe bespoke luxury vehicle features amethyst-themed interior trim, customized embroidery, matching luxury watches and a high-performance triple-motor powertrain producing over 960PSEquipped with BYD's new Blade Battery, the EV supports ultra-fast 1,500kW charging technology that can replenish the battery from 10% to 70% in just five minutesProceeds from the record-breaking sale of the Denza Z9 GT Chopard Edition will support global programs for AIDS research. The customized shooting brake debuted during the Cannes Film Festival activities in Antibes, France. It stands as a globally unique build specifically commissioned fo...

SummaryDevelopment video confirms aggressive aerodynamic enhancements and motorsport-derived technology for the upcoming hot hatchThe performance model introduces dedicated racing hardware to American markets while channeling track-tested engineering into a production vehicleHonda has shared a first look at a new production-intent performance model based on the Civic Type R HRC (Honda Racing Corporation) Concept through an official development video. The footage depicts a camouflaged prototype undergoing rigorous track testing. Engineers and professional racing drivers are actively refining the aerodynamic profile and chassis rigidity of the vehicle. The prototype incorporates significant exterior modifications designed to maximize downforce and cooling capability. Enthusiasts will immedia...