Automotive
MANHART Introduces 707 HP Mercedes-AMG “SL 700 R”
MANHART Performance, known around the world for its exciting limited series creations has unveiled its latest offering -- a 707 HP Mercedes-AMG SL 63 4MATIC+, dubbed the "SL 700 R."As with all of its offerings, the SL 700 R will be extremely limited and made to order, with plans for only 10 examples to be produced. MANHART shared that its technicians were able to take the existing 585 HP and 800 Nm 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine and push it to new heights through specialized in-house parts.Modifications and improvements included an updated intercooler, air filter, MANHART MHtronik powerbox and MANHART transmission upgrades, resulting in TÜV-approved 707 HP and 935 Nm for the SL 700 R. Those interested in ordering the vehicle will also have the option to select OPF delete sport downpipes with ...
Mansory Outfits the Lamborghini Urus in Gold With 900 HP
The Lamborghini Urus is already an eye-catching feat in its own right as it remains the first and only SUV from the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer. Now the vehicle has received a few striking updates from the tuning house, Mansory.Perhaps the most obvious update is its completely gold appearance, which extends from every inch of the body down to the rims. Complimenting the Urus' already unique body is Mansory's Venatus body kit. Comprising the kit is a new bumper with an exaggerated splitter alongside enhanced lines and curvature. But the kit does not even there as the hood and front quarter panels include aerodynamic louvers and the SUV includes extended side skirts.Under the hood, the Urus has been upgraded with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that boats 900 horsepower an...
The Rolls-Royce Spectre Is the New Luxury Benchmark
Rolls-Royce is a byword for – and the epitome of – luxury. It is renowned for its “magic carpet ride,” “waftability,” a 6.75-liter V12 that’s so gentle you can balance a coin on it, unrivaled craftsmanship, and one-of-a-kind interior experience. And for over 117 years, it has based every single hand-made creation on these mantras, coming together for a back catalog that’s fit for the Royal Family, diplomats, Mayfair socialites, business owners, and now, a much younger, more dynamic, and aware audience who are keen to join the marque on its next era. But the Rolls-Royce Spectre is the car that the marque has dreamt of inventing since 1900.123 years ago, Charles Royce said, “The electric car is perfectly noiseless and clean. There is no smell or vibration. They should become very useful when...
Mercedes-Benz Reveals AMG G 63 “Grand Edition” Model
The Mercedes-AMG G 63 "Grand Edition" sees one of the automaker's most iconic models, the G-Class, reimagined through exciting accents and details.Produced in a limited edition of 1,000 units, the "Grand Edition" is painted in MANUFAKTUR nigh black magno, with kalaharigold magno details to provide the ultimate contrast, which Mercedes says emphasizes the design elements that trace the direct lineage of the modern off-road vehicle to the first G model from 1979."The Mercedes-AMG G 63 is now also undoubtedly regarded as an automotive icon and demonstrates its unique position among performance off-road vehicles partly through its powerful drive, the AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension and the AMG-specific driving programmes," shared Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH & Head of the Top End ...
The ABARTH 500e Turismo Is the Definitive Electric Pocket Rocket
The much-loved ABARTH is a marque as synonymous with Italy as pizza, pasta, and prosciutto. Like the country’s iconic foods, the ABARTH range (500e, 595 and 695) comes in various flavors, and for this issue of Open Road, we’re particularly hungry for the all-new ABARTH 500e and ABARTH 500e Turismo.Before the ABARTH 500e were the petrol-powered variants; cars that are small but incredibly mighty. It too comes in various takes, ranging from a standard iteration to track-ready living icons like the ABARTH 595 and ABARTH 695, which gives cars much bigger and feistier than themselves a run for their money. The recipe is a potent engine, front-wheel drive, and as little weight as possible, with some even sporting dramatic amounts of airforce.But the ABARTH 500e – in both its entry-level and Turi...
Modifiers Transformed a Fiat Panda Into the World’s Lowest Car
Car modifier group Carmagheddon has created the world’s lowest car, essentially cutting a Fiat Panda in half. The collective – made up of Cocchi Rudi, Matteo Marzetti and Nicola Guadagnin – detailed how they downsized the Panda while maintaining that it would be street-legal in a transformation video shared to YouTube.Cut off right below its windows, the vehicle’s original frame was swapped out for that of a go kart. Miniature wheels, the kind that would be used on a shopping car, were used to elevate the floor of the Panda off of the ground by just a few inches. The result makes the car seem as if its floating down the street due to the sheer invisibility of the Panda in contrast to its tiny wheels.As expected, the car runs at a fraction of the speed of the original Fiat Panda. And if som...
A $300,000 USD Electric Flying Car Has Received Approval for Testing for the First Time in History
The SpaceX-backed startup Alef Aeronautics is the first company in history to be approved to test an electric flying car that is set to be cost about $300,000 USD. In a press release, the fully electric flying car from the Californian automaker has received an official Special Airworthiness Certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Model A. This approval marks the fist of its kind for a flight-capable car. CEO Jim Dukhovny said, "It allows us to move closer to bringing people an environmentally friendly and faster commute, saving individuals and companies hours each week. This is one small step for planes, one giant step for cars."While the car has been approved for a fly test, the ever-evolving FAA restrictions has limited the location and purpose for which the...
Ferrari Unveils Special-Edition SF90 XX Supercar
Ferrari has revealed a special edition of its SF90 supercar, the SF90 XX.The new high-performance model comes emerges features the same plug-in hybrid powertrain, which features a twin-turbocharged V8 engine and three electric motors. However, the enhanced engine boasts 786 horsepower, which is the result of enhanced inlet and exhaust ports, new pistons and an increased compression ratio. With the new Extra Boost feature, the total system output sits at 1016 horsepower.Another standout detail is its 0-62 mph time of 2.3 seconds – 0.2 seconds faster than the standard SF90 model. Enhanced aerodynamics is another key area of elevation for the car as its elements have been redesigned to increase downforce. According to Ferrari, the model yields up to 1168 pounds of downforce at 155 mph. Additi...
Singer Introduces the DLS-T: A Perfect Fusion of Power and Design
The Dynamics & Lightweighting Study - Turbo (DLS-T) project from Singer, the vehicle design house known for restoring and reimagining 1989 to 1994 Porsche 911s, based on the 964 chassis, has outdone itself with its latest work.Singer shared that "the process begins when the owner of a Type 964 Porsche 911 sends their car to Singer with the request to carry out a personalized restoration," adding "These latest restoration services result in the Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer – DLS Turbo."The automotive design house explained that only a limited number of restorations will be commissioned in collaboration with owners and that the vehicles have been designed to celebrate the victorious 934/5 endurance racers of the 1970s.In a first look at Singer's latest project, Top Gear wrote that th...
GAC Introduces Ammonia-Powered Engine for Passenger Vehicles
GAC (Automobile Group CO.), the Chinese partner to Toyota, recently revealed a new motor that runs on liquid ammonia. As ammonia is considered toxic, the fuel source was previously limited to primarily the trucking and commercial shipping sectors. While hazardous, the substance is both clean and readily available, leading GAC to explore it as a viable green alternative to battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell power which currently dominates the market.“We’ve overcome the pain point of ammonia being difficult to burn quickly and put the fuel to use in the passenger car industry. Its value to society and for commercial uses are worth anticipating,” said Qi Hongzhong from GAC’s R&D team via Interesting Engineering.While further advancements in technology and more widespread interest are...
The 2023 McLaren Artura: a 3-Second Supercar but Make It “Everyday”
For McLaren, providing a healthy mix of "super" and "daily" was a key element for its vehicles, and the latest iteration – the Artura – is no different. For all intents and purposes, it's an everyday supercar that you literally can drive everyday.We got a day to Test Drive and experience the 2023 McLaren Artura and came to multiple conclusions. While some are bleaker than others – "electric performance is here to stay" and "we never tire of scissor doors" – the majority of our thoughts went to how well balanced the McLaren Artura really is, both in drive and lifestyle. During the briefing, McLaren representatives really ironed down the approach that the Artura is giving customers the ability to drive the car everyday, while not compromising on the elements that make up a supercar. Performa...
BMW’s Shapeshifting GINA Concept Is Revisited in New Walkaround Video
Supercar Blondie has released a new walkaround video that explores BMW's GINA Light Visionary Model, a concept released 15 years ago. The shapeshifting idea was ahead of its time and served as a precursor to the automaker's newer mutating concepts including the Vision Next 100 and iX Flow.Based on features from the Z8 and original Z4, BMW wraps the car in an elastic polyurethane material that hides the articulated lines and supports underneath. In the demonstration video, we see a secret retractable hood and headlights as well as moving spoilers and side skirts. The rear reveals natural carbon fiber pieces as well as a seamless transition from the exterior fabric to the interior seats. GINA stands for Geometry and Functions In Adaptions and the car is fully functional.Take a closer look at...
