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Restomod Group Evoluto Unveils the “Peak Analogue 355”
Evoluto has introduced the "355 by Evoluto," a masterful reimagining of the iconic 90s Ferrari 355. Dubbed the "Peak Analogue," this remastered supercar combines advanced engineering, cutting-edge technology and luxury.The 355 by Evoluto stands out with its enhanced performance, featuring a high-revving 420hp naturally aspirated V8 engine that reaches 8,500rpm. The engine benefits from over 200 new components, including a bespoke tuning system and a new engine management system, for both power and reliability.Engineered in the UK by DRVN Advanced Engineering and designed by renowned designer Ian Callum, the 355 by Evoluto boasts an all-new carbon body and a luxurious, customizable interior. The chassis undergoes a comprehensive carbon fusing program, improving torsional stiffness by 23 per...
Meticulously Built 3.5L BMW 3.0 CS Is Up for Auction
An extensively modified 1975 BMW 3.0 CS, transformed to emulate the 3.0 CSL Group 4 race car, is currently up for auction on Bring A Trailer. The ambitious 18-year build, completed in 2016, features a powerful 3.5L Hartge H6SP inline-six engine with mechanical fuel injection, mated to a five-speed manual transmission.This race car showcases "Batmobile"-style aerodynamic bodywork, including a widened front air dam, fender flares, a roof spoiler, a rear wing and a decklid spoiler. Finished in Chamonix white, the car is dressed in painted BMW Motorsport livery and various decals, giving it an authentic racing aesthetic.Performance enhancements include 18" Fikse PROFIL-5S wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero slicks, Porsche 993 RSR-style brake calipers, custom-valved Bilstein shocks and polyureth...
Automotive Seat Supplier Recaro Files for Bankruptcy
Reports have begun to surface that automotive seat supplier Recaro has filed for bankruptcy — much to the surprise of its 215 employees who are said to have been "waiving and postponing wages" for years in order to stabilize the company.Following the filing by Recaro on July 29, the IG Metall trade union stated the future of its employees is currently uncertain, as is the fate of the company. At the time of writing, there is little information available regarding whether or not the company will be sold or dissolved.Additional reports indicate that this financial state only affects Recaro Automotive, the department that produces OEM and aftermarket seating for car brands. Recaro's business in creating seating for aircraft as well as lifestyle applications, like office chairs and gaming seat...
Ultra-Rare 2011 RUF Rt12 S Surfaces for Sale
An ultra-rare 2011 RUF Rt12 S with only 513 miles on its odometer is now being offered for private sale by Chicago Motorcars. This exceptionally rare model, limited to just 13 examples globally, is known for its breathtaking performance and boasts a 685 hp twin-turbocharged 3.8L engine paired with all-wheel drive.Finished in a sleek Basaltblack Metallic exterior and a luxurious Dark Grey Alcantara interior, this Rt12 S is as visually stunning as it is mechanically impressive. The vehicle comes fully equipped with a road safety kit, owner's books, a RUF Zertifikat and a vehicle information sheet.RUF, renowned for its precision engineering and high standards, earned its status as an official automobile manufacturer in 1981, a remarkable feat in the competitive German tuning industry. The Rt1...
London Museum’s New Logo of a Pigeon Pooping Is Dividing Locals
The Museum of London has unveiled a new logo as part of its rebranding effort, but it hasn’t been met with universal approval. The institution, soon to be renamed London Museum, will relocate to Smithfield Market in 2026 after significant delays and budget overruns.The new logo features a white clay pigeon with a glittery golden excrement, a design intended to symbolize the city’s mix of "grit and glitter," according to museum director Sharon Ament as per Artnet. Senior curator Francis Marshall emphasized that pigeons have been a part of London’s landscape for over a millennium, thus becoming a symbol of the city.However, the logo has not won over all Londoners. Maxwell Blowfield, who writes for the museum industry newsletter maxwell museums, criticized the choice. “In 15 years of living h...
Nina Beier Explores the Hidden Biographies of Everyday Objects
Objects speak, according to Danish visual artist Nina Beier. Regardless of its social or intended status, to Beier, a fake designer bag is both real in the physical sense and a representation of another, similar to a readymade sculpture. Trained initially in photography, it's through this lens that Beier observes the various objects, whether extravagant or mundane, that inundate the world. On view at the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma in Helsinki, Beier presents Parts, a new solo exhibition exploring the stories embedded in (literally) every thing — be it a ceramic work of art, a Land Rover or a plastic container. Showcasing new and existing works, Beier explores the hidden biographies of everyday items, such as in China (2015): a series of purposefully broken fine china ceramic vessel...
Daniela Katzenberger: Neuer Lifestyle hat ihr Sexleben verändert – “Sind wieder wie 20”
Der gesunde Lifestyle zeigt nicht nur Erfolge an ihren Körpern, sondern scheint auch eine neue Anziehungskraft zwischen dem ...
Toyota Drifts Two GR Supras Autonomously Using AI
Toyota Research Institute (TRI) and Stanford Engineering have announced a groundbreaking achievement in autonomous driving: the world’s first fully autonomous tandem drift — using a pair of GR Supras. TRI notes that this significant milestone is the result of nearly seven years of collaborative research aimed at enhancing driving safety.Avinash Balachandran, vice president of TRI’s Human Interactive Driving division, stated, "Utilizing AI, we can drift two cars in tandem autonomously. This complex motorsports maneuver's successful automation has far-reaching implications for advanced safety systems in future vehicles."Chris Gerdes, a mechanical engineering professor and co-director of Stanford’s Center for Automotive Research, highlighted the practical applications of this project, stating...
Tesla Recalls Over 1.8 Million Cars Over Detached Hood Risk
Tesla has issued yet another recall – this time, not for the seemingly problem-ridden Cybertruck but rather for 1.85 million of its Model 3, Model S, Model Y and Model X cars. The recall specifically impacts those classes of cars produced between 2021 and 2024 for the Model 3, Model S and Model X, and vehicles made between 2020 and 2024 for the Model Y.According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Tesla’s software is prone to failing to notify drivers if the hood of the car is unlatched, which could then fly up and block their view while driving.Tesla said it began investigating customer complaints back in March, reporting that there have been no injuries or deaths related to the issue. In June, the automaker rolled out a software update to amend the problem.Tesl...
The Hole LA Offers a Crash Course in Color Theory With ‘Tone Poem’
The Hole’s summer show, 'Tone Poem,' in Los Angeles, features works within a tight tonal range. This exhibition explores the evocative potential of limited palettes, showcasing monochromes and reduced palette paintings across a greyscale gallery.'Tone Poem' serves as a crash course in color theory. Aiste Stancikaite’s pieces glow with added white tints, Paul Riedmüeller’s works mix hues with pure gray, and Charline Tyberghein’s paintings darken hues with black shades. For many artists, tone, tint, and shade are second nature, shaping their expressive, minimalist styles.Abstract artists like Daniel Byrd weave three colors together, while Matt Phillips and Russell Tyler make bold statements with restrained palettes. Playful tones emerge in Peter Mohall’s color theory mockery and Felipe Pant...
Olympic Fencer Enzo Lefort’s Intimate Visual Tribute to Teammates
As the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics kick off, there's more than athletic prowess on display in Paris. At the Palais de Tokyo, athletes reveal another side of their talents in the Olympian Artists Programme exhibition, running through August 11. Among them is French fencing champion Enzo Lefort, showcasing his stylized portraits of fellow Olympians and Paralympians.Lefort, a three-time Olympic fencer from French Guiana with gold and silver medals from Tokyo and Rio, turned to photography in 2017. His series, Olympic Faces: One French Team, captures the diverse athletes united in their pursuit of gold for France. This latest series builds on his 2020 photo book, "Behind the Mask," created during the pandemic's Olympic postponement. Lefort’s lens focuses on the rich cultural and geographic dive...
Aston Martin Celebrates 60 Years of Goldfinger with 007 Experience in London
In honor of the 60th anniversary of the James Bond film Goldfinger, Aston Martin has unveiled the House of Q, a 007-inspired pop-up experience in London's prestigious Burlington Arcade. This unique attraction, running until August 4, offers visitors a rare glimpse into the world of Bond's iconic DB5 and the legacy of Aston Martin's association with the franchise.The House of Q is cleverly hidden within a magazine newsstand facade at House 12-13 Burlington Arcade. Upon entry, guests are guided by covert messages to a secret door, leading them into a subterranean speakeasy bar adorned with original technical drawings and parts from the legendary DB5. The bar, serving Champagne Bollinger, immerses visitors in the rich storytelling of Aston Martin and 007.Marco Mattiacci, Aston Martin’s Global...
