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Rolls-Royce Unveils One-of-One “Cherry Blossom” Phantom
As cherry blossoms bloom across Japan, Rolls-Royce has unveiled the Phantom "Cherry Blossom," a bespoke, one-of-a-kind commission that captures the fleeting beauty of spring’s most poetic symbol. Inspired by the Japanese tradition of Hanami, or flower viewing, this Phantom Extended was created for a Japanese client seeking to preserve cherished memories of the season and share them with future generations.Crafted over three years and six months of intricate development, the Phantom Cherry Blossom features more than 250,000 hand-stitched embroidery threads across its interior. The highlight is a bespoke Starlight Headliner adorned with delicate cherry blossoms—each petal meticulously stitched to reflect light with jewel-like brilliance. The falling flowers also appear across the rear doors ...
Jaguar Land Rover Announces New ‘Defender Awards’ Programme
Jaguar Land Rover's Defender brand has announced the launch of the Defender Awards, a new initiative set to benefit "small non-profit conservation and humanitarian charities and organizations across the globe" – and it's kicking things off immediately, with applications for this year's awards open now.The new initiative builds on a rich heritage of humanitarian efforts that began back in 1954, when the Rover Company – with its first Series Land Rovers, precursors to the Defender brand – began working with the British Red Cross. It's a partnership that continues to this day and the inaugural Defender Awards will see seven winners announced from seven different countries – the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Australia, Japan and South Africa – each of whom will receive a £100,000 GBP bursary (eq...
FUTURA 2000 Explores Movement and Connection in ‘The Mechanical Age’
FUTURA 2000’s latest solo exhibition, The Mechanical Age, is set to open at V1 Gallery's Copenhagen space with a bold pairing: Sister and Brother, two large-scale works in red, white, and black created with aerosol on primed canvas. Painted in 2025, the works introduce the show’s focus on motion, repetition and interconnection.The artist continues this exploration with Husband and Wife. These atom-like compositions also use aerosol on canvas, imbuing a pulse and rhythm that feels both unified and untethered. Together, the pieces evoke a sense of community and cyclical exchange, where relationships mirror the push and pull of a shared world.Throughout the exhibition, FUTURA invites viewers into a layered, cosmic environment. Forms shift in and out of focus, hovering between the permanent an...
Kennedy Yanko Pushes the Limits of Material and Meaning in Upcoming Double Exhibition
Kennedy Yanko’s sculptures are relics of control and surrender. Working mostly with found metal and paint skins, she coaxes the two into an uneasy alliance until they drape and fold like fabric. The artist is just days away from opening a New York doubleheader at Salon 94 and James Cohan Gallery, who are teaming up to present two solo exhibitions, staged at each respective gallery, marking a pivotal moment in Yanko’s artistic dialogue of material and meaning.Starting in Tribeca, Epithets takes shape at James Cohan, mining the psychological terrain of color and form. Working with obsidian blacks, reflective chromes and aged metals, the works, seemingly unearthed from the subconscious, serve as as raw testimonies to the untamed elements. “For the first time in a long time, the work is guttur...
One-Off Lamborghini Diablo GT2 Race Car Surfaces for Sale
A one-of-a-kind piece of Lamborghini racing history is now up for grabs. Miami-based classic supercar specialist Curated is offering the 1997 Lamborghini Diablo GT2, chassis #ZA9DE22A0_LA12494 — the only factory-built GT2 ever produced by the marque.Unveiled at the 1998 Bologna Motor Show, the GT2 was developed as a no-compromise track car by Lamborghini, featuring a carbon fiber-reinforced body over a full racing chassis. Powered by a prototype 6L V12 producing over 630 hp, the GT2 laid the foundation for future production models like the Diablo GT and VT 6.0.Built to homologate Lamborghini’s ambitions in GT-class racing, the car saw brief competitive use during the 1998 FFSA GT Championship, fielded by DAMS Racing. Afterward, it spent nearly two decades on display at Lamborghini’s Sant’A...
Takashi Murakami’s ‘Giant Artificial Ape ZERO’ Takes Over Thailand Toy Expo 2025
Toy enthusiasts, art buyers and especially, Takashi Murakami fans should pay attention to this year’s lineup at Thailand Toy Expo in Bangkok. The annual fair at centralwOrld, which brings hundreds of toy vendors from across the globe, will now include Murakami’s Kaikai Kiki Gallery in this year’s list of exhibitors. To celebrate its inaugural appearance at the Expo, the Murakami-led gallery will unveil a series of limited edition toys designed by its roster of artists including Murakami, Shoko Nakazawa, Yusuke Okada and Ohtani Workshop. One of the highlighted collectibles is Murakami’s SUPER COLOSSAL ARTIFICIAL APE BEAST ZERO (2025) which bears an eerily similar appearance similar to the Beast Titan from the hit-anime franchise, Attack On Titan. The ape-like toy is outfitted with a menacin...
JR Makes Lisbon Debut with ‘Through My Window’
At the heart of JR’s practice is a call to social transformation. Whether its creating a Louvre-based optical illusion or a muralist intervention at California's high-security Tehachapi prison, the French artist spotlights spaces of collective significance with the faces of those who inhabit them, looking to scale as his weapon of choice.Now, JR is making his Lisbon debut with Through My Window, his latest solo exhibition at Underdogs Gallery, helmed by Alexandre Farto better known as Vhils. Running through April 19, the retrospective-style show brings together 36 lithographs from the artist's own collection, chronicling his past large-scale installations.A self-described “photograffeur” – a portmanteau of "photographer" and “graffiti artist” in French – JR has spent the last several years...
Isuzu Unleashes Futuristic Restomod With Dragonmax Revival
Isuzu has reimagined an icon with the launch of the Dragonmax Restomod at this year's Bangkok International Motorshow, a bold tribute to the beloved 1988 TFR pickup truck. Blending vintage charm with cutting-edge upgrades, the Dragonmax reinforces Isuzu’s “Trusted Buddy” ethos—remaining a reliable partner while stepping into the future.The restomod features a "Katana Matte Silver" body with wide fender flares, a ducktail rear spoiler and muscle-style side skirts. A redesigned front end includes a new bumper, grille, hood and LED projector headlights with DRLs, giving the truck a modern, aggressive look. The widebody rear bed and new LED taillights round out the transformation.Underneath, the Dragonmax boasts a revamped suspension and steering system, including Profender Queen Series & ...
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2025 Bentley Flying Spur: A Blueprint on Creating the Ultimate Executive Sedan
We've all had that supercar poster on our wall. What was yours? Lamborghini Countach? Ferrari 360? Porsche 911 Turbo? Whatever that wall art was, it single-handedly dictated your journey into car enthusiasm and – if you're fortunate – eventually found its way to you and your driveway.We bet you never had this on your wall though: A Bentley Flying Spur Speed Ultra High Performance Hybrid... especially in orange.We first got our hands on the Bentley four-door last year when it was pre-production up in Aspen, and we immediately fell in love with its long-body, ultra-menacing and aggressive "gangster" look. Our test car was painted in a seductive black metallic paint with black-on-black trimmings and wheels; just about as perfect of an executive ultra-luxury sedan could get.But now we were abl...
Aston Martin to Offload Its F1 Team Stake
Aston Martin is selling its stake in the Aston Martin Formula One team to focus on revitalizing its core automotive business, while team owner Lawrence Stroll has doubled down on his commitment with a fresh round of investment.The decision comes as Aston Martin Lagonda seeks to offset mounting debts — reportedly exceeding $1 billion — and follows the recent elimination of 170 jobs. The company stated that the share sale aims to “realise a premium” above the $95,712,345 USD book value of its investments, all while reaffirming its long-term sponsorship of the F1 outfit.Despite the divestment, the F1 team will continue to bear the iconic Aston Martin name and signature British racing green livery. "These moves demonstrate that Aston Martin's place on the Formula 1 grid is as secure as ever," ...
Haas F1 Unveils Sakura-Inspired Livery for Japanese Grand Prix
MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is celebrating Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season with a special sakura-themed livery on its VF-25 car for the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix. The custom design, paying homage to the country’s beloved spring flower, will be showcased throughout race week at Suzuka, both on the car and across the team’s digital platforms.The Japanese Grand Prix, now a spring fixture on the Formula 1 calendar, returns to the legendary Suzuka Circuit — a high-speed, figure-of-eight track known for its technical demands and passionate fans. Following a strong showing in Shanghai, where Esteban Ocon and rookie Oliver Bearman finished fifth and eighth, respectively.“This is one of the most challenging circuits we visit all season,” said Team Principal Ayao Komatsu. “We’re coming in with moment...
