Automotive
Denza and Chopard Built a Jewelry-Clad EV, Then Sold It for $815,000 USD
SummaryBYD's premium sub-brand Denza auctioned a one-of-a-kind Chopard Edition of its Z9 GT electric shooting brake for $815,000 USD at the 32nd Cannes amfAR charity galaThe bespoke luxury vehicle features amethyst-themed interior trim, customized embroidery, matching luxury watches and a high-performance triple-motor powertrain producing over 960PSEquipped with BYD's new Blade Battery, the EV supports ultra-fast 1,500kW charging technology that can replenish the battery from 10% to 70% in just five minutesProceeds from the record-breaking sale of the Denza Z9 GT Chopard Edition will support global programs for AIDS research. The customized shooting brake debuted during the Cannes Film Festival activities in Antibes, France. It stands as a globally unique build specifically commissioned fo...
This Could Be Our First Look at the New Honda Civic Type R via HRC
SummaryDevelopment video confirms aggressive aerodynamic enhancements and motorsport-derived technology for the upcoming hot hatchThe performance model introduces dedicated racing hardware to American markets while channeling track-tested engineering into a production vehicleHonda has shared a first look at a new production-intent performance model based on the Civic Type R HRC (Honda Racing Corporation) Concept through an official development video. The footage depicts a camouflaged prototype undergoing rigorous track testing. Engineers and professional racing drivers are actively refining the aerodynamic profile and chassis rigidity of the vehicle. The prototype incorporates significant exterior modifications designed to maximize downforce and cooling capability. Enthusiasts will immedia...
The BRABUS BODO Is the Brand’s Boldest, Sleekest Creation Ever
German luxury mobility brand BRABUS has officially pulled the sheet off the BRABUS "BODO," an all-new, strictly limited coachbuilt 2+2-seater Gran Turismo coupe. Unveiled live on stage at the prestigious FuoriConcorso event along Lake Como, Italy, this Masterpiece supercar serves as a direct homage to the brand’s late founder, Bodo Buschmann.Based on the Aston Martin Vanquish and constructed almost entirely from high-strength carbon fiber using an advanced pre-preg autoclave process, the BODO strikes a sculptural silhouette designed to balance high-speed stability with the brand's signature "1-Second-Wow" design language. The lightweight composite body plays a crucial role in maintaining a remarkably low dry weight of 1,774kg for a vehicle measuring over 16.4' feet in length. Up front, the...
The 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Is an All-Electric Flagship With a 2-Second 0-60
SummaryMercedes-AMG debuts the 2027 AMG GT 4-Door Coupe as its first dedicated all-electric flagship built on the high-performance AMG.EA platformThe top-tier GT63 variant features a triple axial flux motor setup producing 1,153 horsepower and 1,475 lb-ft of torque for a 2.0-second 0-60 mph sprintAn 800-volt architecture and 106-kWh battery support ultra-fast 600-kW charging to deliver up to 435 miles of WLTP rangeThe 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe signals a drastic paradigm shift for the Affalterbach performance division. Transitioning away from the brand's historically defining V-8 engines, the new flagship model introduces a revolutionary all-electric powertrain. The vehicle serves as the official debut for the Mercedes High Performance Electric Architecture, deploying a sophisticate...
BYD’s Ti7 Is Here to Shake Up the Premium SUV Game With 600bhp and 79 Miles of Range
SummaryBYD confirmed the upcoming UK launch of the Ti7 plug-in hybrid SUV as its first seven-seat flagshipThe model leverages a unibody construction and a performance-focused DM-p powertrain that generates 600bhp for a 0-62 mph sprint in 4.8 secondsSourced from the Fangchengbao luxury division in China, the vehicle delivers up to 79 miles of electric-only range and features a rotating infotainment screenBYD is officially bringing the Ti7 to the market as its first seven-seat vehicle for the United Kingdom. Serving as the brand's new flagship SUV, the vehicle measures 5,146mm in length, 1,995mm in width and 1,865mm in height. These commanding dimensions place the footprint comfortably between the Defender 110 and 130. Aggressive boxy proportions and flared wheel arches define the rugged ext...
Want an Insider’s Pass to Red Bull’s Global Motorsport Events?
Oracle Red Bull Racing is inviting fans to go behind this season’s hottest motorsport events through its latest initiative, Best Seats in the House. As its name suggests, the one-of-a-kind opportunity gives fans exclusive access to the team’s schedule of showruns and race days, inviting them into the pit lanes, front-row seats and other areas where they can truly immerse themselves in the action. More than standard VIP tickets, the experiences are specially curated for its global community. By taking them out of the stands and into these close-up zones, Oracle Red Bull Racing hopes to give back to its devoted fanbase in an effort to redefine their favorite moments in the racing calendar. “The energy our fans bring is unmatched. They turn up every race weekend, line the streets at our showr...
BMW Officially Ceases Production of the Z4 Roadster
SummaryBMW has officially ended production of the third-generation Z4 (G29) roadster at the Magna Steyr plant in Graz, AustriaThe demise of the Z4—coupled with the discontinuation of the 8 Series Convertible—leaves the 4 Series as the only remaining drop-top model in BMW's current lineupCo-developed with the Toyota GR Supra, which also ended production earlier this spring, the Z4 saw a noticeable spike in sales during its final months on the marketThe era of the dedicated BMW two-seater sports car has officially come to a close. After a production run that began in 2018 for the 2019 model year, the third-generation BMW Z4 has rolled off the assembly line at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria for the final time. Ending nearly 30 years of Z-badged roadsters that began with the Z3, the beloved ...
Lamborghini Unveils the Ultra-Exclusive Revuelto NA63 Inspired by North America
SummaryLamborghini has officially unveiled the Revuelto NA63, a special-edition variant of its flagship V12 plug-in hybrid supercar designed exclusively for the North American marketProduction is strictly capped at just 63 units, a number that honors both the year Ferruccio Lamborghini founded the company (1963) and the brand's 63rd anniversary in 2026The limited-run model features four distinct bespoke configurations, with the flagship livery utilizing a red, white, and blue palette to pay homage to the United States and Canadian flagsLamborghini is tipping its hat to its largest and most important global market with a striking new special edition. The Italian automaker has officially taken the wraps off the Revuelto NA63, a highly exclusive variant of its flagship V12 plug-in hybrid supe...
Kojey Radical Speaks on Transforming the Lotus Emeya Hyper-GT
Ahead of his debut headline show at the Royal Albert Hall next week, Kojey Radical has extended his creativity beyond the studio for his latest collaboration with Lotus.Reimagining the Lotus Emeya Hyper GT — the British automotive manufacturer’s luxury sports EV — the East London artist draws from his new album, Don’t Look Down to apply its theme into a wholly different medium.Having been experimenting with a “Royal Blue” color palette for the project’s rollout, he covers the car’s exterior in the same hue — even recreating the brand’s signature yellow emblem, something Kojey recalls as “the moment it stopped feeling like another collab and started feeling like trust.” Describing the theme of the album being about “pressure, visibility, fear, confidence and being under the spotlight,” as w...
Closer Look at the Late Virgil Abloh’s 1-of-1 Mercedes G63 AMG
SummaryMercedes-Benz AMG has officially created a one-of-one custom G63 AMG as a special tribute to the late Virgil Abloh and his iconic automotive artworkThe vehicle honors Abloh's famous "Project Geländewagen" concept, featuring an incredible factory paint job meticulously designed to look like a sanded-down, unfinished prototypeUnlike the original stripped-down art piece, this 1-of-1 edition was reimagined specifically for daily driving on the streets of Chicago, where Abloh's architectural journey beganThe intersection of high fashion, architecture, and automotive design has always been Virgil Abloh's playground. Now, the late visionary's profound impact on car culture has been immortalized in a stunning, street-legal tribute. Mercedes-Benz AMG has officially created a one-of-one, cust...
This 1-Of-1 Pagani Zonda Unica Features a Manual Gearbox and Could Fetch up to $14.2 Million USD at Auction
SummaryA one-of-a-kind 2018 Pagani Zonda Unica will be crossing the auction block at Broad Arrow Auctions during the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in ItalyCommissioned by the founder of Spain-based TopCar Design, the hypercar was custom-designed from the ground up with the help of the Pagani Unico divisionPower comes from an AMG-sourced 7.3-liter V-12 engine generating roughly 750 horsepower, paired with a highly sought-after six-speed manual gearboxFor deep-pocketed collectors looking to add the ultimate hypercar to their stable, Broad Arrow Auctions has just listed a true holy grail. During the prestigious Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este at Lake Como, Italy, the auction house will take bids for a "singular commission"—the one-off 2018 Pagani Zonda Unica. As if being a bespoke, one-of...
Lamborghini’s Rarest Hypercar Yet Is a Roofless, 1,065-HP Beast Limited to Just 15 Units
SummaryLamborghini has introduced the Fenomeno Roadster, a permanently roofless hypercar limited to just 15 units worldwide to commemorate the brand's 63rd anniversaryThe hybrid powertrain pairs a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 with three electric motors to produce a combined 1,065 hp, making it the automaker's most powerful open-top modelFeaturing a Blu Cepheus and Rosso Mars livery inspired by the 1968 Miura Roadster, the vehicle achieves 0-62 mph in 2.4 seconds and a top speed exceeding 211 mphLamborghini has officially unveiled the Fenomeno Roadster, a roofless marvel debuting during the brand's 63rd-anniversary celebrations at the Imola circuit. Serving as the ultimate chapter in the Italian marque's highly coveted "Few-Off" lineage, this hypercar strips away the roof while turning...
