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RM Sotheby’s to Auction One-of-One RUF CTR1 “Redbird”
SummaryRM Sotheby’s to auction a one-off 1989 RUF CTR1 Lightweight “Redbird” at Monterey Car Week, estimated at $4.5M–$5M USD“Redbird” is the only CTR finished in Bordeaux Red and was previously Alois Ruf’s personal carFeatures include a matching-numbers twin-turbo flat-six, custom RUF upgrades and fewer than 19,000 km on the odometerRM Sotheby’s is set to offer one of the rarest RUF-built machines ever produced: the 1989 CTR1 Lightweight "Redbird." Estimated to fetch as much as $5,000,000 USD, this exceptional example is one of only six Lightweights built and the only one finished in a bespoke Bordeaux Red paint-to-sample color. It was originally commissioned by a German doctor in direct consultation with Alois Ruf and later used personally by Ruf himself.Known for outpacing the Ferrari F...
Sydnie and Haylie Jimenez Conjure Twin Magic in ‘Speak of the Devil’
SummaryJoy Machine in Chicago will open Speak of the Devil, a duet presentation of artworks by Sydnie and Haylie JimenezOn view from August 9 through September 20, the exhibition brings together over 30 works rooted in the sisters's shared aesthetic sensibility and practicesJoy Machine is gearing up to present a duo show by Chicago-based artists and twins Haylie and Sydnie Jimenez, running from August 9 through September 20.Drawing its title from the tongue-in-cheek saying, Speak of the Devil brings to mind the strange magic of manifestation — say their name, and they will appear. For Haylie and Sydnie, art making summons a similar act of conjuring.With over 30 primarily ceramic works on view, the show spotlights the sisters's parallel practices and shared aesthetic, defined by rich narra...
Lottie Moss über Boris Becker: “Ich liebe ihn”
Glamour, Stars und ein Hauch von Hollywood: Bei der "Marcel Remus Lifestyle Night“ auf Mallorca plaudert Model Lottie Moss im GALA-Interview ganz offen – und sorgt mit einer charmanten Liebeserklärung ...
From Film to M+ Façade: Greg Girard on Documenting a Changing Hong Kong
In an exclusive interview with Hypebeast, acclaimed photographer Greg Girard discusses his new commissioned work, HK:PM, which is currently being showcased on the M+ museum's iconic façade in Hong Kong. The Canadian photographer, renowned for documenting Asia's changing urban landscapes since the 1970s, has transformed his film photographs of Hong Kong from that era into a cinematic visual epic. The installation, which features images of bustling streets and the now-demolished Kowloon Walled City, represents a journey of rediscovery for Girard, bringing his decades-old work back to the city that inspired it.In a full-circle moment, Girard describes creating HK:PM as a “journey of rediscovery,” with his decades-old work returning to the city's landscape. His most famous work, the "City of D...
SOLDIER Reworks Timberland’s 6-Inch Zipper Boot
For SOLDIER, strength is less of a force than a porosity of being. It's a tender pursuit of the world, guided by imagination, vulnerability and purpose. Over the last few years, the Lagos-born, London-based artist has carved a name for himself on the global stage using mixed-media works as a language for personal reflection and societal commentary, all with the hopes to bring like-minded creatives along for the ride. His practice is one rooted in transformation: of the self, of space and how we connect to the world around us.Now, he reunites with Timberland for their second creative project, lending his artistic eye to the iconic 6-Inch Zipper Boot. Dubbed The Tiger, the design draws on SOLDIER's signature use of camouflage as a countercultural symbol, with bold striped patterns that nod t...
Is the Temerario the Ultimate “Starter” Lambo?
There are Lamborghinis, and then there’s the Temerario. More than just the successor to the Huracán, this is a redefinition of the modern supercar and one that's meant to be an entry-level offering into the Italian automaker's supercar lineup.It’s a plug-in hybrid with three electric motors. It’s got a twin-turbo V8 that revs to 10,000 rpm. It’s loaded with tech and aerodynamic features. But more than that, it’s a love letter to performance, written in the unmistakable language of Sant’Agata. From the moment we saw it, heard it and then felt its straight-line fury, it was clear the Temerario isn’t just a marketing ploy but rather a thoughtfully designed piece of Italian machinery.We flew to Estoril Circuit in Portugal, a track where Ayrton Senna carved his name into history, to Test Drive ...
Bentley Reveals First Bespoke Batur Convertible by Mulliner
SummaryBentley Mulliner unveils first Batur Convertible, finished in Opalite with Beluga and Mandarin accentsFeatures a unique “One plus One” interior separating driver and passenger color schemesPowered by 730 hp W12 engine; showcased during Monterey Car WeekBentley Mulliner has unveiled the first production Batur Convertible, a striking one-off grand tourer that showcases the pinnacle of bespoke craftsmanship and personalization. Finished in a shimmering Opalite exterior with a Beluga gloss racing stripe bordered by Mandarin pinstripes, the car blends classic sports racing aesthetics with modern performance cues. Powered by a 730 hp twin-turbo W12 engine, the Batur Convertible is now the most powerful open-top grand tourer in Bentley history. The grille and wheels echo the car’s dramatic...
Porsche Unveils Optimized 911 GT3 R for 2026 Race Season
SummaryPorsche reveals optimized 911 GT3 R for 2026 with improved aero, suspension and drivabilityKey updates include front louvres, rear Gurney flap, enhanced cooling and ceramic bearingsUpdate kits available for 992-gen GT3 Rs; car finished P2 in 12H Spa-Francorchamps testPorsche has revealed an evolved version of the 911 GT3 R set to debut in 2026, building on the model’s proven global success with over 500 race starts and 420 podium finishes. While the engine and core platform remain unchanged, the updates focus on improved aerodynamics, suspension balance, drivability and endurance performance, especially for customer teams.Key upgrades include front-arch “louvre” vents to reduce pitch sensitivity during braking, refined front and rear suspension geometry to improve load distribution ...
Barry McGee and V1 Gallery Team Up for New Print Series
SummaryBarry McGee and V1 Gallery in Copenhagen have released a 10-piece print series in honor of the ongoing Nature Inside Me exhibitionNow available via the gallery's website, the launch features 5 hand-pulled screen prints in color and recycled variations available for €1050 and €700 EUR respectively.Earlier this summer, Bay Area legend Barry McGee headed to Copenhagen to open a new solo exhibition, Nature Inside Me, at V1’s Eighteen Gallery. With cues taken from American folk art, sign-making, Op Art and graffiti, the showcase builds on McGee’s ongoing interrogation and material (dis)order, reflecting on the state of contemporary society — particularly those on the fringes or choose not to play by its rules.To coincide with the exhibition, McGee has collaborated with V1 on a 10-piece p...
Janah Loh’s Interplanetary Icons Come to Life in ‘POSTCARDS FROM SPACE’ Toy
SummarySingaporean artist Jahan Loh is set to release a “POSTCARDS FROM SPACE 天山星::KEPLER-22B” toy on August 8The figure is inspired by a painting included in Loh's exhibition of the same name, staged at Le Freeport in Chengdu last fallA follow up to his immersive, interplanetary-inspired POSTCARDS FROM SPACE in Chengdu last fall, Singaporean artist Jahan Loh is taking his iconic astronauts off the canvas in a new toy.The figures are based on one of his large-scale paintings displayed at Le Freeport, which explored the concept of "interplanetary diaspora." Here, Loh imagines a future where humans inhabit exoplanets or other celestial bodies. The body of work is rendered through a blend of Eastern iconography, pop culture motifs, and sci-fi, making for unsettlingly surreal, digital-like co...
The 600,000th Mercedes-Benz G-Class Rolls Off Factory Line
SummaryMercedes-Benz builds its 600,000th G-Class, a fully electric G 580 with EQ TechnologyG-Class retains iconic design and off-road capability since debuting in 1979Over 90% of buyers now personalize their vehicles via MANUFAKTURMercedes-Benz has reached a major production milestone with the 600,000th G-Class rolling off the line in Graz, Austria. The vehicle in question is a G 580 with EQ Technology, finished in Obsidian Black Metallic. This all-electric variant reflects the brand’s push toward sustainable mobility while preserving the G-Class’s iconic off-road DNA. Since its debut in 1979, the G-Class has evolved from a militaristic utilitarian workhorse to a luxury status symbol, blending trail-conquering capability with unmistakable design and growing customization options.The legac...
Prototype Ferrari LaFerrari Mule Heads to Auction at Monterey Car Week
Summary2011 Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype M4 to be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s at Monterey Car Week, estimated to be worth USD 1.2mEarly development mule for the LaFerrari, built on a modified 458 Italia chassis with a hybrid V-12 powertrainNot road-legal but a rare collector’s piece showcasing Ferrari’s hybrid hypercar evolutionRM Sotheby’s is offering a rare piece of Ferrari development history during Monterey Car Week: the 2011 Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype M4, expected to fetch between $900,000 and $1,200,000 USD. Internally referred to as "F150 Muletto M4," this early test mule was part of the first phase of real-world development for the hybrid LaFerrari and features a hybrid V-12 powertrain mounted on a heavily modified 458 Italia chassis.While the interior still resembles a 458, with bla...
