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Toyota Reaches Next Phase in Hydrogen-Based Engine Development
Toyota has unveiled its new third-generation fuel cell system, marking a significant step toward its goal of achieving a hydrogen-based society. The system, known as the 3rd Gen FC System, has been specifically developed to address the demands of commercial vehicles, offering durability on par with conventional diesel engines.Notably, Toyota's latest fuel cell technology delivers substantial improvements in both fuel efficiency and cost-effectiveness compared to previous iterations. With durability doubled and fuel efficiency enhanced by 20 percent, the system provides increased cruising range and reduced maintenance requirements, boosting its appeal for commercial sector applications.The new fuel cell system, which Toyota plans to introduce commercially as early as 2026, will initially ta...
Peugeot’s Design Lab Unveils Wild 504 Pikes Peak Concept
Peugeot has unveiled a strikingly imaginative concept car designed to conquer the legendary Pikes Peak hill climb, drawing inspiration from its classic 1968 midsized model, the iconic Peugeot 504, including its Break wagon variant.Reimagined by the creative minds at Peugeot Design Lab, the conceptual racer pays tribute to French rap group 113, merging motorsport aggression with distinctive artistic flair. Prominent features include exaggerated ultra-wide fender flares, a dramatic dual-wing setup and a fully stripped interior boldly adorned with pink plaid upholstery. The design boldly reinterprets the original model's elegant lines into something distinctly modern and daring.Not stopping there, Peugeot revealed a second iteration described as "made for drift," further amplifying the projec...
Stellantis Unveils New Hands-Free and Eyes-Off AI Driving Tech
Stellantis has introduced STLA AutoDrive, an advanced autonomous driving technology offering hands-free, eyes-off driving up to 37 mph. The new SAE Level 3 system is designed for ease in dense urban traffic, enabling drivers to engage safely in activities like watching a movie, reading, or catching up on emails.The technology seamlessly handles routine driving tasks, including maintaining safe distances, adjusting speed, steering and braking based on real-time traffic conditions. Ned Curic, Stellantis Chief Engineering and Technology Officer, emphasized the technology’s purpose, stating, "Helping drivers make the best use of their time is a priority."STLA AutoDrive is engineered for dependable performance even under challenging weather conditions, including nighttime and road spray scenari...
Rivian Reveals First Limited-Edition R1 Examples
Rivian has introduced its limited-edition California Dune Edition, a bespoke variant of the Tri-Motor R1 vehicles inspired by Southern California’s iconic desert dunes. Tailored specifically for sand and rugged terrain, this special edition emphasizes performance and refinement, blending off-road capability with exclusive aesthetic enhancements.The California Dune Edition stands out with its distinctive California Dune exterior paint, capturing the warm, earthy hues of sunlit desert sands. Complementing the unique color is an exterior Darkout Package that highlights bold contrasts in badging and detailing. Buyers can choose between newly designed 20-inch dark wheels or wheels finished in California Dune to match the exterior paint.Inside, the limited-edition model debuts an Adventure inter...
Chevrolet Unleashes 1,300 HP Blazer EV.R NASCAR Prototype
Chevrolet has unveiled its Blazer EV.R NASCAR prototype in line with the iconic DAYTONA 500, highlighting the automaker’s commitment to pioneering new technologies for both racing and consumer vehicles.Boasting over 1,300 hp, the Blazer EV.R is powered by three advanced six-phase electric motors capable of instantaneously revving up to 15,000 rpm, supported by a 78-kWh liquid-cooled battery pack. Built upon NASCAR's Next Gen chassis, it integrates an innovative programmable all-wheel-drive system paired with specialized Goodyear Racing Eagle tires, engineered specifically for high-performance electric propulsion."Motorsports is a test bed for innovation, a training ground allowing Chevrolet to try out new technologies against top-tier competition," explained Eric Warren, Executive Director...
Mazda Opens New Tokyo Concept Space
Mazda has unveiled "MAZDA TRANS AOYAMA," a new concept space in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, designed to immerse visitors in the brand’s philosophy of "enriching life-in-motion." Located in a cultural innovation hub, the showroom serves as a destination for both enthusiasts and newcomers to experience Mazda beyond just its vehicles.The name of the space signifies transformation and transcendence, reflecting Mazda’s vision of inspiring visitors with uplifting experiences. The space integrates a cafe curated by ITSUKI COFFEE, a specialty roaster from Hiroshima’s Miyajima, providing a relaxing environment alongside Mazda’s curated exhibitions and events.Notably, the venue offers rotating gallery exhibits, interactive workshops and discussions on various themes. Mazda’s production models, concept car...
Honda’s Rugged 2026 Passport Lands at Dealers
Honda has officially launched the 2026 Passport, a rugged and adventure-ready midsize SUV, now arriving at dealerships. Completely reimagined with a bold design, off-road enhancements and a V6 engine, the new Passport is designed to appeal to young, active adventurers seeking both capability and comfort.The 2026 Passport lineup includes the well-equipped RTL, the off-road-focused TrailSport and the newly introduced TrailSport Elite. Each model comes standard with Honda’s i-VTM4 all-wheel-drive system and a robust 3.5L V6 engine producing 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters provide enhanced driving dynamics both on and off the road.Honda touts the Passport TrailSport as the most off-road-capable SUV in the brand’s history. It features an off...
Maserati Unveils New 490 HP GranCabrio
Maserati has expanded its GranCabrio lineup with the debut of a new 490 hp model and the exclusive GranCabrio Trofeo ONE of ONE – THE I.C.E., both showcased at The I.C.E. St. Moritz.The latest addition to the GranCabrio range features the acclaimed 3L V6 Nettuno Twin Turbo engine, delivering 490 hp and an all-wheel-drive system as standard. With a top speed of 186 mph and a 0-62 mph acceleration time of four seconds, the convertible offers high performance without compromising comfort. The model also boasts air suspension, ensuring a smooth ride in true grand touring fashion.Making a statement at the event, Maserati also introduced the GranCabrio Trofeo ONE of ONE – THE I.C.E., a bespoke creation under the Maserati Fuoriserie customization program. This one-off model is finished in an excl...
Subliminal Projects’ ‘Visual Languages: Vistas’ Exhibition Is a Love Letter to California
Los Angeles multi-functional gallery Subliminal Projects has just opened a new exhibition, titled Visual Languages: Vistas, nodding to California's landscapes and communities through the work of several artists. The show, which marks the third iteration of Subliminal Projects' Visual Languages series, is curated in collaboration with UK-based Coates & Scarry."California has long been regarded as a cultural and geographical frontier, celebrated globally as a symbol of beauty, freedom, and opportunity," reads the exhibition's official description."The state is home to 39 million people and comprises six of the world’s major biomes: marine, freshwater, forest, grassland, desert, and tundra. The relationship between these diverse ecosystems and the interconnected urban landscapes has histo...
‘KI$$ KI$$’ Spotlights Three Decades of Shu Lea Cheang’s New Media Art
Shu Lea Cheang’s daring futuristic vision is taking over Munich’s Haus der Kunst in KI$$ KI$$, her first institutional survey. Described as a “machine of experience,” the exhibition takes audiences on a sensorial journey through the avant-anarch oeuvre that cemented her status as a pioneering voice in new media art.Beginning with her 1994 feature film Fresh Kill , the show delves into three decades of works spanning video, installation, performance and cinema. Circling software installations, internet interactions and multiplayer performances, Cheang transforms each gallery into a world of its own, inviting a playful reconsideration of the physical and the digital.“She thinks of her art as a sketch or a rehearsal leading towards film,” the museum wrote. The show “focuses on the mise-en-scè...
Here’s What Went Down at Hypeart’s ‘THRESHOLD’ Exhibition at Bonhams LA
Hypeart celebrated its THRESHOLD exhibition at Bonhams Los Angeles with a special reception on Thursday, February 20. The event drew a packed crowd, with guests gathering for a panel discussion led by Isabel Norsten, Bonhams' Specialist in Post-War & Contemporary Art. Norsten steered a compelling conversation around the show’s theme of breaking boundaries, featuring renowned artist Shepard Fairey, Hypeart’s Keith Estiler, Juxtapoz’s Evan Pricco, gallerist Richard Scarry of Subliminal Projects and Ralph Taylor, Bonhams’ Global Head of 20th/21st Century Art. The discussion culminated in the unveiling of Fairey-isms, a book published by No More Rulers in collaboration with Princeton University Press, compiling notable quotes from Fairey, the artist and activist behind the iconic Obama "Ho...
‘Roller Zoku’ Captures the Rebellious Spirit of Japanese Rockabillies
They say that rock and roll never dies, and there’s one ducktail-haired group in Tokyo that’s making sure of it. A mash-up of rock and roll and country, rockabilly stands as one of the lesser known fashion tribes of Japan, yet, visually, it’s hard to miss. Characterized by heavy leather, unabashed twisting and slicked back hair, thick with gel, the 1950s subculture, while niche, continues to romance the bygone era.Photographer Alvin Kean Wong is bringing the rebellious, rockabilly spirit to New York’s Lower East Side for a special weekend-long exhibition. Staged at Café Studio, Roller Zoku: Journey into Tokyo’s Rock and Roll Tribe follows Wong’s intimate immersion into the subculture, offering an up-close account of a community frozen in the fantasies of mid-century Americana.Born in Sing...
