Automotive
Lexus Reveals Sport Concept at the Quail During Monterey Car Week
SummaryLexus Sport Concept debuted at The Quail during Monterey Car Week 2025Wide, low-profile design previews next-gen Lexus sports car stylingExpected to feature a front-engine, twin-turbo V8 with rear-drive layoutAt The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering during Monterey Car Week, Lexus debuted its new Sport Concept, a sleek two-door sports car that redefines the brand’s future aesthetic. The concept features a wide, low-profile stance with dramatic curves and an emotionally charged design.Although Lexus has not released technical specifications, reports suggest the concept is likely powered by a front-engine, twin-turbo V8 driving the rear wheels via a transaxle layout, echoing the architecture of classic long-nose, rear-drive sports cars. Observers point to aggressive aerodynamic details l...
Shelby Unleashes 2026 Super Snake-R With 850+ HP
SummaryOver 850 hp from supercharged 5L V8Extensive carbon fiber and widebody designStarts at $224,995 with a 3-year warrantyShelby American has revealed the 2026 Super Snake-R, its most aggressive Super Snake yet. Built on the Ford Mustang Dark Horse platform, the limited-edition widebody produces more than 850 hp from a supercharged 5L V8, paired with either a Tremec TR-3160 manual or 10-speed automatic transmission.The track-focused model features a fully adjustable coil-over suspension, Borla cat-back exhaust, forged magnesium wheels and extensive carbon fiber bodywork, including the hood vents, front splitter and rear diffuser. A metallic widebody, large pedestal wing and Shelby-spec performance tires enhance both grip and presence.Inside, the cabin includes a rear seat delete with ha...
Acura Showcases One-Off ‘Avengers’ NSX Roadster at Monterey Car Week
SummaryAcura NSX Roadster from Marvel’s The Avengers makes first public appearance in over a decade at The Quail on Aug 15Built on a first-gen NSX, styled after the second-gen concept by Acura Design StudioSet for 2026 charity auction, with early bidder sign-ups opening during Monterey Car WeekAcura is bringing a piece of Hollywood history to Monterey Car Week with the one-off NSX Roadster from Marvel’s The Avengers. Making its first public appearance in over a decade, the "Stark 33"-plated supercar will be showcased at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering on August 15 as part of Acura’s 35th anniversary celebration for the original NSX. Built for the 2012 blockbuster, the roadster’s styling draws from the second-generation NSX Concept and was crafted by the Acura Design Studio in Los Angele...
Eccentrica Unveils Track-Focused “Titano Package” at The Quail
SummaryEccentrica debuts its Pacchetto Titano, a track-focused evolution of its V12 restomod, at The QuailPackage adds carbon-fiber aero, stiffer suspension, lighter wheels, ECU remap and Brembo brakesAlso showcased: Rose Phoenix in Rose Gold and Green Dragon in Verde ChartreuseEccentrica has returned to The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, with three striking new creations, led by the debut of its most performance-focused build to date — the Pacchetto Titano. Based on the San Marino atelier’s acclaimed V12 restomod, the Titano Package sits firmly in Eccentrica’s Sport universe, sharpening the car’s track credentials without losing its grand touring soul.Designed for occasional track days, the package adds a fixed carbon-fiber rear wing, aerodynamic tweaks for increased downforce, stiffer s...
Cadillac Launches Bespoke “Curated” Program for 2026 CT5-V Blackwing
SummaryLimited-run Curated by Cadillac offers over 160 exterior colors and millions of interior combinationsIncludes dedicated concierge with luxury design expertise668 hp 6.2L supercharged V8 performance remains unchangedCadillac is elevating personalization with Curated by Cadillac, an exclusive program for a limited number of 2026 CT5-V Blackwing models. Drawing from the ultra-luxury, hand-built CELESTIQ, the program allows clients to tailor their Blackwing with over 160 exterior colors in high-gloss or frost finishes, all hand-painted to exacting standards and millions of possible interior color and material combinations.The program includes a bespoke client journey, buyers collaborate with their dealer and a dedicated Cadillac concierge — each with a design background and experience i...
Mercedes-Maybach S 680 Edition Emerald Isle Celebrates California’s Coastal Beauty
SummaryLimited to 25 U.S.-only units with two-tone green and white MANUFAKTUR paintInterior features bespoke Light Brown Nappa leather and exclusive coastal-inspired fragrancePowered by a 6L V12 biturbo with 621 hp, arriving fall 2025Mercedes-Maybach has unveiled the S 680 Edition Emerald Isle at Pebble Beach, a special-edition luxury sedan inspired by California’s Central Coast and limited to just 25 units for the U.S. market.The exterior pairs MANUFAKTUR Mid Ireland Green Metallic with Moonlight White Metallic in an exclusive two-tone finish, accented by chrome details and 21-inch Maybach Champagne Flute Multi-Spoke Forged wheels. Inside, hand-stitched MANUFAKTUR Light Brown Nappa leather covers seats, consoles and comfort pillows, complemented by a MANUFAKTUR Black Nappa leather headlin...
BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition Could Deliver Over 3,000 HP
SummaryTrack-focused BYD Yangwang U9 could produce 3,019 hp from four 744-hp electric motorsFiling with China’s MIIT reveals squared stance, 325/35/20 tires and 2,630 kg gross weightExterior design remains similar to standard U9, with no confirmed release dateBYD is preparing a track-focused version of its Yangwang U9 supercar that could deliver over 3,000 hp, more than triple the output of the standard model. The current U9 produces 960 kW (1,287 hp), but filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology reveal the track edition will use four electric motors — one per wheel — each producing around 555 kW (744 hp) for a combined 2,220 kW (3,019 hp).The filings also note the U9 track edition will feature a squared-off stance with 325/35/20 tires on all four corners, enhan...
Calling an Uber? The Virgil Abloh Maybach Is Now an Option
SummaryChicago Uber users can now book Virgil Abloh Maybachs to get them to their destinationDon C listed his one of 150 Abloh's limited-edition Mercedes-Maybach S-Class S 680 as a bookable offering on the Uber app, with prices starting at $500 USD per hourEach ride can host up to two people, complete with a professional driver as wellUpdate: Not all Chicago Uber users are reporting seeing the Virgil Abloh Maybach as a bookable fare on their Uber apps, leaving the validity of the rideshare component unclear. Don C is, however, renting out his Maybach for rides in Chicago.Original Story: There are only 150 "Virgil Abloh Maybachs" in the world, the storied two-tone sedan that Abloh designed alongside Mercedes' Gorden Wagener as part of Project MAYBACH. Now, the long-sought-after, limited-edi...
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...
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 ...
