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14 Film Visionaries Go Off Script in the Lucid Gravity Frunk Seat
In a performance unlike any other automotive presentation before, Lucid recently debuted the new all-electric Gravity in its orchestral Seven Suite showcase. Taking place at Berlin’s Tempodrom, it invited 14 film visionaries to experience the showcase directly from the car’s defining front trunk.With the SUVs positioned around the orchestral ensemble, this unique frunk compartment – which opens up to provide a two-person seat – played a starring role in the performance. Striking a bold statement with a roomy space, the installation revealed how the car can be enjoyed for moments of entertainment, observation and, more importantly, thought-provoking conversation.Exploring the frunk’s infinite possibilities, Hypebeast connected the featuring collective of film stars, directors and screenwrit...
Inside Lucid’s Atmospheric ‘Seven Suite’ Spectacle in Berlin
Last week, Californian brand Lucid took to Berlin’s International Film Festival to stage Seven Suite; a cinematic multisensory event stepping into the world of its new all-electric Gravity SUV. With genre-defying composer Uèle Lamore at the helm, the performance was positioned as an extension of the car’s innovative design, immersing creatives, tastemakers and automotive mavens into its theater of emotions.In the run-up to the event, Lamore began by delving into her personal repertoire, reshaping her upcoming album to capture the feeling of entering the Lucid Gravity. “It was something we talked about in depth,” she explained of the process. “We wanted to bring the idea of nature into organic music elements, something of which the brand tries to incorporate into the car.”Flowing from the r...
Ultra-Rare 1993 Porsche 968 Turbo S Could Fetch $1.2 Million USD at Auction
SummaryThe 1993 Porsche 968 Turbo S is one of the rarest transaxle models, with only 14 units ever producedThis specific chassis features a unique "Paint to Sample" finish and minimal mileageIt is expected to become the first of its kind to break the seven-figure mark publicly and is auctioned by Gooding & Co.A 1993 Porsche 968 Turbo S has officially been listed for Gooding & Company’s upcoming Amelia Island auction, carrying a pre-sale estimate that could see it sell for as much as $1.2 million USD. Once considered an "overlooked" entry in the German marque's history, this ultra-limited transaxle sports car—one of only 14 built—is now positioned to set a new market record for front-engined Porsches.This particular example is distinguished by its "Paint to Sample" Zermatt Silver ex...
Marc Marquez Reflects on His MotoGP Comeback Championship and Brotherly Rivalry for 2026
Marc Marquez is entering the 2026 MotoGP season as the reigning champion, having clinched his seventh title in 2025—his first in six years—with the Ducati Lenovo team. Sitting down with Hypebeast at the new season launch event in Kuala Lumpur, the celebrated rider opens up about the physical toll of his comeback and the mental fortitude required to return to the top after a "nightmare" period of surgeries and rehabilitation from 2020 to 2023.Despite the triumph, Marquez admits he isn't fully back to peak physical condition following a right shoulder injury sustained late last year. He notes he is in the "last steps" of rehabilitation and is already back on the bike preparing for the season opener. Regarding the machinery, Marquez highlights that the 2026 Ducati Desmosedici represents a "sm...
After the Earthquake, Antakya Cooks Again
Eating and drinking together, locals are healing after the devastating disaster that decimated 90 percent of the city. The post After the Earthquake,<br> Antakya Cooks Again appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.
Cadillac Formula 1 Team Reveals Debut Livery
SummaryThe Cadillac Formula 1 Team has officially unveiled the livery for its inaugural challenger, marking its entry as the sport's 11th teamThe car features a split black and white design with a repeating chevron gradient intended to evoke speed while stationaryThe reveal took place via a national TV spot during Super Bowl LX and a simultaneous display in Times SquareThe Cadillac Formula 1 Team has formally introduced its identity to the world, pulling the covers off its first-ever race livery during a high-profile Super Bowl LX commercial break. As the grid prepares to welcome its 11th entry, the American squad bypassed the traditional paddock launch, opting instead for a dual-threat reveal at Levi's Stadium and New York City’s Times Square. The debut signals the final stretch before th...
A 1988 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV With 2,100 Miles Hits the Market
SummaryThis pristine example has remained with its original owner’s family for nearly four decadesThe vehicle shows just 3,300 kilometers on the odometer after years of careful storageIt features a fuel-injected 5.2-liter V12 engine and signature scissor doorsA 1988 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV has officially surfaced for auction at Bring a Trailer, presenting collectors with one of the most well-preserved examples of the defining 80s supercar. This specific U.S.-market chassis was originally delivered in October 1987 and remained within the original owner's family until 2024, effectively serving as a time capsule of the era.The Lamborghini is finished in a menacing Nero Tenebre paint, paired with a matching Nero leather interior. Exterior styling adheres to the model's aggressive language...
McLaren Unveils MCL40 in “Papaya” Colorway for F1 2026
SummaryMcLaren has unveiled the papaya-heavy MCL40 livery for the 2026 Formula 1 season at a launch event in BahrainThe reigning double world champions carry their championship-winning colour scheme into a new era of chassis and power unit regulationsLando Norris and Oscar Piastri stay on as McLaren’s unchanged driver pairing as the team targets another constructors’ and drivers’ title defenceMcLaren has taken the covers off the MCL40 in Bahrain, revealing a 2026 livery that leans hard into the team’s iconic papaya and black palette while adding subtle tweaks rather than a full reset. The new look arrives as McLaren heads into F1’s regulation reboot as back-to-back constructors’ champions and with Lando Norris preparing to defend the drivers’ crown he sealed in Abu Dhabi last year. The lau...
Ferrari Officially Names First EV “Luce” and Previews Jony Ive-Designed Interior
SummaryFerrari has confirmed its first electric vehicle will be named Luce with a full exterior reveal scheduled for MayThe interior is designed by former Apple design chief Jony Ive and Marc Newson’s creative collective LoveFromKey features include a recycled aluminum steering wheel, Corning Fusion5 glass, and a magnetized E Ink key dockFerrari has officially christened its inaugural battery-electric vehicle the Ferrari Luce, signaling a new chapter for the Maranello automaker. While the exterior remains under wraps until May, the brand has unveiled a revolutionary interior concept co-developed with Sir Jony Ive and Marc Newson of LoveFrom. This collaboration marks a significant pivot from industry trends, prioritizing tactile engagement and material excellence over the ubiquitous "screen...
The Fix: Paris with Evan Sung
On-the-ground travel intel from R&K's most trusted fixers. This week: Paris through the eyes of celebrated food and travel photographer Evan Sung. The post The Fix: Paris<br> with Evan Sung appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.
McLaren Honors 10th F1 Title With Artura Spider MCL39 Championship Edition
SummaryMcLaren has unveiled the ultra-exclusive Artura Spider MCL39 Championship Edition to celebrate its 10th F1 World Constructors' ChampionshipLimited to just 10 units worldwide, the supercar features a hand-painted MSO livery in Myan Orange and Onyx Black inspired by the winning MCL39 racerEach vehicle is hand-signed by 2025 World Champion Lando Norris and teammate Oscar Piastri on carbon fiber sill finishersMcLaren Automotive is immortalizing its dominant 2025 Formula 1 season with the reveal of the Artura Spider MCL39 Championship Edition. Following back-to-back Constructors' Championships and Lando Norris’s maiden Drivers' Championship, the Woking-based marque has authorized a hyper-limited production run of just 10 cars—one for each of the team’s historic titles. Curated by McLaren...
Lucid Gravity Redefines Movement as an Emotional Experience
Lucid has set its sights on delivering the most advanced EV cars in the world. Initiated by the arrival of several Lucid Air sedans, the next chapter of the Californian brand’s journey now turns to SUVs with the creation of the all-electric Lucid Gravity. Hypebeast steps into the world of the Lucid Gravity to closely examine the design features that make it a vision of the future. Engineered to evoke a sequence of emotions before even getting into the driver’s seat, the brand's debut SUV aims to look beyond technical performance and instead focus on the individual elements that work in harmony to create an unparalleled driving experience. This intentional approach to craftsmanship, which draws inspiration from the synergy of an orchestra, strikes the perfect balance between sports-like per...
