In an exclusive offering, Joe Macari Performance Cars has listed a rare Bugatti Centodieci for sale, one of only 10 total examples. This exceptional vehicle, unveiled at Monterey Car Week in 2019, was built to commemorate Bugatti’s 110th anniversary and pays homage to the iconic EB110 supercar of the 1990s.The Centodieci, derived from the Bugatti Chiron, features a carbon fiber monocoque and an enhanced 8L W16 powertrain, delivering a remarkable 1577 hp. As a result of its incredible performance, the Centodieci is capable of acceleration from 0-62mph in 2.4 seconds and a top speed of 235mph. However, it is the design that truly sets the Centodieci apart. Inspired by the EB110, it sports a distinctive blocky '90s aesthetic, with a wraparound front windscreen, vented headlights and a small h...
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As if the previous grille design wasn't controversial enough, BMW has now unveiled a new design on the all-new 2025 X3. The new BMW X3 features a redesigned grille, now larger and more upright with vertically and diagonally arranged bars. The grille also includes optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting, which outlines each grille element. There's also enhanced lighting with L-shaped, overlapping LED sources for daytime driving, side lights, and turn signal indicators – all equating to sharp angles and "an air of assured presence," according to BMW. The grille – shown on the X3 – is separate from the X3 M50 xDrive's iteration, which features horizontally M kidney grilles.Under the hood, the BMW X3 offers a range of powertrains. The plug-in hybrid X3 30e xDrive combines a 2.0L four-cylin...
Nissan commemorates 55 years of its iconic Z model history with the launch of the Z Heritage Edition. This special edition pays tribute to the Z's legacy through a blend of nostalgic design cues and modern innovations. Starting from the front, the Nissan Z Heritage has a redesigned front grille, with a new twin-box rectangular design. The exterior features a unique two-tone color scheme combining an exclusive New Sight Orange paint color with black accent decals at the hood and side door panels, reminiscent of classic Z cars from the past. The design is further accentuated by fender extensions, special black 19" alloy wheels, and bespoke badges that emphasize the model's "Heritage."Under the hood, the Heritage Edition maintains the figures of the Z, unchanging the Performance Edition's twi...
Nissan’s R35 generation GT-R will be driving off into the sunset after 17 years. The 2+2 car debuted in 2007 as a successor to the company’s Nissan Skyline GT-R and part of its goal to create a state-of-the-art sports car.Over the past nearly two decades, the R35 GT-R has received several facelifts and limited edition releases. Paying homage to the car for a final time before its discontinuation, Nissan has created two special editions for the 2024 GT-R, the T-spec Takumi Edition and Skyline Edition.The T-spec Takumi Edition nods to Nissan’s roots in Japan, with the word “takumi” meaning a master craftsperson who has honed their skills over several decades. Nissan says it has four takumi at its plant in Yokohama who have overseen the assemblement of the twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 GT-R ...
For true enthusiasts, there's often a disdain for convertibles, for a multitude of reasons. They spoil what would be a sleek and sexy roofline; they introduce flex due to the chopped top; the mechanism adds "unnecessary weight." While we were always a bit more open minded, we couldn't help but agree with these findings and opted for the coupés. And when McLaren announced its Spider version of the hybrid supercar Artura that wouldn't diminish the driver's engagement level, we were skeptical.Nevertheless, we were up to the challenge to see if these statements were just marketing, or if there were truths to them all. After a 16-hour flight to the majestic Principality of Monaco, we were handed the key to our very own McLaren Artura Spider in MSO Volcano Blue and left to ourselves to decide fo...
F.A.T. International is making a historic return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking 30 years since their legendary victory. This revival, spearheaded by Ferdi Porsche, sees F.A.T.'s iconic branding on Proton Competition’s Porsche 963 Hypercar, car number 99, as part of the 2024 World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.Neel Jani, the experienced driver of car 99, expressed his excitement, stating, "After leading in Spa for almost 2 hours, we're eager to tackle the 24 Hours of Le Mans." Alongside Jani, Harry Tincknell and Julien Andlauer will join the driving team, aiming for new triumphs at the famous Circuit de la Sarthe.To commemorate this return, F.A.T. International has launched a limited edition capsule collection of apparel, featuring race suits designed in collaboration with Sparco...
Mansory has unveiled its latest creation, a stealthy Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato dressed in a significant amount of forged carbon fiber.At the time of writing, the custom automotive manufacturer has shared little detail on the build beyond a set of photos on social media. However, what we do know is that, like most Mansory builds, the Sterrator will be a highly limited offering and will include an opportunity for each build to be customized as requested.While the vehicle presents itself in a somewhat stealthy manner, at least compared to the recent all-gold G-Wagon, it does capture attention with its significant amount of forged carbon fiber body parts. This carbon can be found at the light covers, hood, roof, mudguards, wing, rims and more.As for performance, the Sterrato boasts 610 hp a...
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the RS4, Audi has unveiled the limited-edition RS4 Avant edition 25 years. With only 250 units available, this model combines high performance with exclusive design features, paying homage to the original RS4 Sport.The RS4 Avant edition 25 years boasts a V6 biturbo engine delivering 470 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque, providing an enhanced 20 hp over the standard RS4 Avant. This powerful engine accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 186 mph. The RS ceramic brake system ensures efficient braking, while the RS sport exhaust system offers a thrilling sound experience.Notably, the vehicle is further enhanced by the RS Sport Suspension Pro, a manually adjustable coilover suspension that allows for a lower ride height and impr...
UP.FIT, a division of Unplugged Performance that specializes in upfitting Teslas for fleet use, has introduced the world’s first Tesla Cybertruck police vehicle — taking us one step closer to the types of police equipment only seen in Sci-Fi films.The UP.FIT Tesla Cybertruck Next-Gen Patrol vehicle has sparked significant interest from agencies nationwide. This demand highlights the confidence law enforcement agencies have in the transformative potential of the UP.FIT Cybertruck. Combining an unrivaled stainless steel exoskeleton, sports-car grade on-road capabilities and advanced safety technologies, the vehicle sets a new standard in the industry.Ben Schaffer, CEO of Unplugged Performance, expressed his enthusiasm about the new vehicle, stating, "The UP.FIT Cybertruck Next-Gen Patrol veh...
Huang Ean Hwa helmed Valhalla Garage, in collaboration with Feruni, has launched the "Art 911 Project," a stunning integration of automotive and tile craftsmanship. This initiative was revealed at Feruni’s headquarters during their immersive event, "Discover New Art Forms with Feruni."The centerpiece of the project is a 1978 Porsche 911 Turbo, meticulously adorned with Feruni tiles. This unique creation was engineered by Studio Feruni to ensure the tiles complemented the car’s iconic curves while maintaining its mechanical integrity. This project exemplifies Feruni’s new vision of combining art with functionality, reflecting its rebranded identity as a disruptive force in the tile industry."It was important to get the size of the tile correct – too big and the tiles wouldn’t hug the curves...
Justin Placek, the owner-operator of his namesake company, specializes in restoring classic Porsche interiors. His business focuses on enhancing the beauty and value of classic cars through services like interior work, chrome plating and wood refinement. Placek is renowned for his exquisite designs and high-quality craftsmanship, with the most recent example of this being his Porsche 911 992 Dakar insert sets.The designer refers to his latest release as "THE" insert set for the Porsche 992 Dakar. The cushions feature very significant attention to detail and take design inspiration straight from the livery found on the Dakar Rough Roads — including hues of blue, gold, white and red.Placek shared that the collection took over 8 months of preparation and work, with a total of 100 cushions be...