Automotive
Volkswagen Unveils ID. EVERY1 Concept
Volkswagen is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the ID. EVERY1 concept, a budget-friendly EV designed specifically for the European market. Set for a production launch in 2027 with a starting price of around €20,000 EUR ($21,600 USD), the ID. EVERY1 aims to make electric mobility more accessible to a wider audience.The ID. EVERY1 is part of Volkswagen’s broader "Electric Urban Car Family," which includes the ID. 2all — a slightly larger model launching in 2026 at a price point of under €25,000 EUR. Both vehicles are based on Volkswagen’s modular electric drive (MEB) platform with front-wheel drive, optimizing efficiency and interior space. The concept car features a compact 3,880 mm length, placing it between the now-discontinued up! city car and the current Po...
Chevrolet Unleashes 1,100 HP Silverado EV ZR2 Race Truck Concept
Chevrolet has introduced the Silverado EV ZR2 off-road race truck concept at the Mint 400. The all-electric race truck will compete in the Open Production EV class, driven by Chad Hall as part of the Hall Racing team. The Silverado EV ZR2 joins the team’s existing lineup of race-proven Chevrolet trucks, including the Silverado ZR2 and Colorado ZR2.Designed to push the limits of electric off-road performance, the Silverado EV ZR2 race truck concept follows the same winning ZR2 formula seen in Chevrolet’s production trucks. It features a lifted suspension with off-road-specific tuning, Multimatic damper technology, locking differentials and underbody skid protection for added durability. While still a concept, the truck was developed in just five months using 98 percent GM production parts.A...
Rare Lamborghini Sian With Just 63 Miles Hits the Auction Block
A like-new 2021 Lamborghini Sian FKP 37, one of only 63 ever built, is now up for auction on Bring a Trailer. With just 63 miles on the odometer, this electrified V12 hypercar remains virtually untouched, offering collectors a rare opportunity to own Lamborghini’s first production hybrid.Delivered new to Fields Motorcars in Orlando, Florida, this Verde Triton-finished Sian FKP 37 is a striking example of Lamborghini’s limited-run masterpiece. The hybrid supercar pairs a 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 with a 48-volt electric motor, powered by a supercapacitor instead of traditional lithium-ion batteries. The result is an 808 hp output, channeled through a seven-speed ISR automated manual transmission and a Haldex all-wheel-drive system with a rear self-locking differential.This particular Sia...
The F.A.T. Ice Race: Motorsport Celebration at Its Finest
The F.A.T. Ice Race 2025 in Zell am See, Austria, celebrated its fifth edition with a fusion of historic legacy and modern innovation, attracting over 5,000 motorsport enthusiasts. This unique event, revived in 2019 by Ferdinand "Ferdi" Porsche, has quickly become a hallmark in the automotive calendar, blending racing with cultural festivities.Set against the stunning backdrop of the Austrian Alps, the race has evolved into more than just a showcase of motorsport prowess—it is a meeting ground for collectors, racers, industry leaders, and creatives who share a passion for cars, design, and performance. What began as a grassroots effort to revive a historic event has transformed into a globally recognized celebration of speed, style and heritage, drawing in legendary drivers, luxury automo...
Bugatti Unveils One-of-One Bugatti Baby II with Hedley Studios
Bugatti and Hedley Studios have revealed a unique, one-of-one Bugatti Baby II, celebrating the marque’s 115-year heritage. Designed by Bugatti’s Manager of Sur Mesure and Individualisation, Jascha Straub, this special edition is a tribute to the legendary Type 35 race car.Finished in a striking "Nocturne" black and "Giallo Midas" yellow — colors favored by Ettore Bugatti — the three-quarter-scale electric Baby II is a blend of history and artistry. The hand-drawn sketches on its body panels, depicting Bugatti’s racing legacy, the Château Saint Jean and Ettore and Jean Bugatti, further cement its status as a collector’s masterpiece.The car also pays homage to Bugatti’s deep-rooted connection to horses, with subtle design nods to Ettore’s love for "Pur Sang" purebreds. The interior, adorned ...
Cadillac Introduces 750 HP All-Electric Escalade IQL
Cadillac is expanding its Escalade lineup with the introduction of the all-electric 2026 Escalade IQL. Designed to offer increased passenger and cargo space, the Escalade IQL brings a longer silhouette and enhanced luxury while maintaining the performance expected from the Escalade name.“Escalade has been the best-selling luxury full-size SUV in North America since 2014,” said John Roth, vice president of Global Cadillac. “With the Escalade IQL, Cadillac now offers both internal combustion and all-electric Escalade options.”Built with a focus on passenger comfort, the Escalade IQL boasts increased third-row legroom and an expansive cargo area. The SUV also features a 12.2-cubic-foot eTrunk for secure front storage. Inside, the available Executive Second Row package includes massaging, heat...
Harley-Davidson Unleashes the CVO Road Glide RR
Harley-Davidson has revealed the CVO Road Glide RR, a limited-production bagger engineered with race-inspired precision. Taking direct influence from its MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers race team, the Road Glide RR delivers unprecedented power and handling in a street-legal package.At the heart of this high-performance bike is the Screamin' Eagle 131 V-Twin engine, Harley-Davidson’s most powerful factory-installed Big Twin. With 153 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque, the 2147cc powerplant delivers rapid acceleration and an elevated 6500 RPM redline. The engine is enhanced with CNC-ported cylinder heads, a high-performance camshaft, a 68mm throttle body and titanium Akrapovič exhaust, cutting weight while maximizing output.Performance extends beyond the engine, as the CVO Road Glide RR is ...
Audi Unveils the New and Improved A6 Avant
Audi has officially introduced the latest iteration of its A6 Avant, refining the model with enhanced performance, improved efficiency and modern tech. The new A6 Avant merges elegant aesthetics with updated aerodynamics, boasting a segment-leading drag coefficient of 0.25.At the heart of the A6 Avant is Audi’s MHEV plus mild hybrid system, available in a 2L TDI (201 hp) and a 3L TFSI V6 (362 hp). The system integrates a 48-volt battery, a belt alternator starter (BAS) and a powertrain generator (PTG), allowing for partial electric driving and improved fuel efficiency. The PTG also enhances acceleration, delivers up to 170 lb-ft of additional torque and enables all-electric parking and maneuvering.Driving dynamics receive a major boost with adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering, w...
Mercedes-Benz Unveils All-Electric GLC
Mercedes-Benz is taking its best-selling SUV into the electric era with the all-new GLC, a battery-powered evolution of its popular model. Equipped with the brand’s latest EQ technology, the all-electric GLC aims to reach new heights in efficiency, range and charging speed, while maintaining the luxury and versatility expected from the German marque.Before hitting the streets, the electric GLC has proven its resilience and performance in some of the world’s most extreme environments. Camouflaged prototypes were put through their paces in Arjeplog, Sweden, enduring subzero temperatures, ice-covered roads and treacherous snow tracks. Despite these challenges, the GLC’s advanced 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system and intelligent torque distribution technology ensured superior traction, stability a...
Maserati GT2 Stradale Goes Full Throttle on the Andalusian Coast
Deriving from its MC20 halo project, Maserati’s GT2 Stradale began life as a blueprint that merged the race-ready performance of its sister sportscar with the comfort of long-distance vehicles. Though it was an ambitious design, the model went on to become the brand’s most powerful road-legal car when it entered the market last August. Fast forward to six months later and the GT2 Stradale has touched down on Spain’s Andalusian coast in all its shining colorways. Lined up under the shade of nearby olive trees, the cars were brought in by Maserati for a multi-day on-road driving experience that invited a group of petrolheads to get behind the wheel in a rare first-hand look. With a plan to drive from the mountainside tracks to Circuito Ascari, Hypebeast followed the journey in a new Day in t...
Maserati MC20 Breaks Autonomous Speed Record at Kennedy Space Center
The Maserati MC20 has made history, setting a new autonomous world speed record at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Driven solely by artificial intelligence, the modified MC20 Coupe reached 197 mph at the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (LLF), surpassing the previous record of 192 mph set in 2022.The record-breaking run was a collaboration between the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), Politecnico di Milano and Maserati, as part of the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida. The LLF, a 15,000-foot (2.8-mile) runway known for NASA’s Space Shuttle landings, served as the ultimate testing ground for high-speed autonomous driving.Notably, the AI driver was developed by PoliMOVE-MSU, a team from Politecnico di Milano’s Artificial Intelligence Driving Autonomous (AIDA) division. The project ...
1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Streamliner Fetches Over $55M USD at Auction
A piece of motorsport history has set a new benchmark at auction. The 1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen, one of the most significant Formula One cars ever built, has been sold via RM Sotheby’s for a staggering €51,155,000 ($55.3 million USD). This sale makes it the most valuable Mercedes-Benz competition car ever auctioned and one of the most expensive Formula One cars of all time.This example, chassis number 00009/54, is one of only four W 196 R models to receive the enclosed-fender Stromlinienwagen (Streamliner) bodywork. It was driven to victory by Juan Manuel Fangio at the 1955 Buenos Aires Grand Prix and later piloted by Sir Stirling Moss at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, where he set the fastest lap.Following its racing career, Mercedes-Benz donated the car to the Indiana...
