Automotive

For decades, Porsche cars have been synonymous with high performance. Leading the new year in auctions is an ultra-rare Porsche 918 Spyder at Sotheby's. Known as one of the greatest supercars ever made in this century, this car also boasts a unique color scheme, the "Psychedelic Design." Sotheby's calls this car "arguably the finest and most lavishly specified 918 Spyder in existence." Featuring a color scheme of PTS Rosso Corsa paintwork with white painted Magnesium wheels and Indian Red leather to sample, this car is the only "Psychadelic Design" 918 Spyder built for the European market. The car is being offered for auction by its first and only owner with less than 800km driven on the car. As one of just three 918 Spyders to feature the "Psychdelic Design" livery, it is the only car to ...

Following word back in early December 2023, Mercedes-Benz has now shared the first offering from its partnership with Sony. Dubbed the "A-Class Vibes," the Mercedes-Benz and Sony PlayStation collaboration is a limited-edition release centered around the PlayStation 5.The car itself features a familiar "Digital White" exterior accented by blue ambient lights, and black leather interior. Limited to just 50 units, the car will be sold exclusively online with each purchase coming with a PS5 Digital Edition console and Gran Turismo 7. It is currently unclear what specifications the car holds and who the car will be available for.Priced at €55,677 EUR (approximately $60,906 USD), the Sony PlayStation 5 x Mercedes-Benz A-Class Vibes is now being sold exclusively through Mercedes-Benz Italy.Read m...

Tesla has quietly reduced the range expectations per charge for its Model Y, S and X electric cars, Electrek reported first.The Model Y Performance has been cut from 303 miles to 285 miles, while the Model Y Long Range is down from originally 330 miles to now 310 miles.The Model X and Model S’ numbers were also affected by the changes. The Model X Plaid was reduced from 333 miles to 326 miles and the Model S Plaid with 19-inch wheels was brought from 396 miles to 359 miles.Tesla has long been the subject of criticism for purportedly overstating their range expectations. In October, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) opened up an investigation into the claims and Tesla confirmed it had received subpoenas to hand over documents pertaining to cars’ ranges.The company’s other offerings, such a...

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has shared its sales stats for 2023 -- with a total of 2,248,477 vehicles sold, the company saw a 6.6% increase in sales volume compared to the previous year. This growth is further highlighted by a 7.0% increase on a daily selling rate basis.The fourth quarter of 2023 proved particularly successful for Toyota, with sales reaching 619,661 vehicles, marking a 15.4% volume increase. in December alone, sales jumped by a significant 25.5% in volume.A key driver of this growth has been Toyota’s focus on electrified vehicles, including battery, hybrids, plug-ins and fuel cell-powered models. These vehicles saw a 30% surge in sales, accounting for nearly one-third of the company’s total sales volume. Toyota now offers 26 electrified vehicle options, notably, more...

The awe-inspiring McLaren Speedtail, an homage and 21st-century embodiment of the brand's F1 supercar, is set to go under the hammer via RM Sotheby's during its upcoming Arizona auction.Limited to just 106 units, the example in question, number 69, sticks out for a few reasons, including its bespoke McLaren Special Operations (MSO) Liquid Blue Silver finish, tinted carbon-fiber weave, low mileage of 54 miles on the odometer and more.Notably, the Speedtail embodies advanced technology and design, built around a lightweight carbon-fiber structure. It retains the signature three-person seating configuration of its predecessor, with the driver centrally positioned -- in addition to the vertical dihedral doors further connecting it to its historic F1 lineage.At the heart of the Speedtail lies a...

Das Treffen is Southeast Asia’s largest Porsche sports car gathering and its 8th edition just celebrated the automaker’s numerous milestones in 2023. Themed “Feiertag”, the event brought recognition to Porsche’s 75 year anniversary, the iconic 911 model’s 60th year and Porsche’s 30-year presence in Thailand. Attendees gathered at the IMPACT Lakeside in Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok to take part in multiple activations and see some celebratory and custom models for the first time. Additionally, more than 600 classic and modern Porsche sports cars were also on view for guests to look at and experience.One of Porsche’s biggest anniversaries in 2023 was its 30-year presence in Thailand. The “Dreams in Colors'' campaign celebrated this momentous milestone with Porsche introducing seven limited-edi...

A hot pink Range Rover with an all-pink interior that once belonged to Cam’ron is up for sale. Listed on Facebook Marketplace, the car is being sold in Alpharetta, Georgia.Cam’ron had purchased the customized car himself in 2003 but only drove it for one year before selling it himself, explaining that it attracted too much attention as fans automatically knew it was his car. The Range Rover had appeared in two of his music videos, "Get Em Girls" and "Killa Cam,” publicly tying it to the artist.In 2004, the Dipset rapper listed the vehicle on eBay with an asking price of $180,000 USD, considerably higher than what it’s going for currently.Part of that could be because the Range Rover has accrued 100,000 miles, according to the Facebook listing. While the post doesn’t name Cam’ron explicitly...

An extremely rare example of the 2019 Porsche 935, one of only 77 ever made, has been listed for auction via Bring A Trailer. This exclusive model, known for its design and performance, was initially unveiled in celebration of Porsche's 70th anniversary. Bearing the distinction of being the 13th unit produced, this track-only gem is an homage to the legendary 935 racing platform.The car's journey began at the Portimao Algarve International Circuit in Portugal, from where it was delivered to its current owner. It later made its way to Canada, participating in events like the Canadian Tire Motorsports Park Drive Festival hill climb and the Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame Celebration of Speed.The 2019 Porsche 935 stands out with its exposed carbon-fiber-composite bodywork, complemented by A...

Amalgam Collection, known globally for its fine hand-made scale models, has now made it possible for collectors to own a Ferrari 296 GT3 for $18,090 USD, set to be produced in a limited run of 199 examples, like the previously released 296 GTS.Historically, the 296 GT3 represents the result of Ferrari's vision for GT racing, a sector that has maintained a close relationship with customers and the greatest transfer of technology and innovation to production cars. In this regard, the 296 GT3 stands as the latest example of the company's two-seater mid-rear-engined sports car, designed to redefine the idea of fun behind the wheel.A stand-out differentiator between the 296 GT3 and its "twin", the 296 GTB, is its lower center of gravity, with a unique 120-degree V6 configuration, housing the tu...

Tesla broke its own record for its EV production in 2023. The company has revealed its 2023, sharing that it produced 1.84 million cars last year.Despite its success, Tesla still fell short of its Hong Kong-based competitor, BYD.While Tesla solely produces battery-operated vehicles, BYD makes battery-powered and hybrid models, giving it a leg up to those who aren’t looking for an exclusively electric car.In 2023, BYD reported that it produced 1.6 million battery-only EVs and 1.4 million hybrids. The company says that it sold about 3.02 million units throughout the year.It’s an impressive win over Tesla, considering BYD just ceased manufacturing gasoline-powered cars in 2022. In China, Tesla was reported to account for just one-fifth of overall automotive sales.Click here to view full galle...

In the realm of classic automobiles, few vehicles evoke as much admiration and desire as the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster. A stunning example of the classic, which has undergone a 3,500-hour restoration by Hilton & Moss, has recently been listed by RM Sotheby's via its private sale page with an asking price of $1,273,565 USD.The 300 SL Roadster, originally released in 1957, is a marvel of its time, featuring advanced technology that remains relevant even today. Unlike other classics that have been modified with modern tech to match current performance standards, the 300 SL stands out for requiring no such improvements.This particular 300 SL Roadster changed hands among various collectors in Europe, eventually ending up with its current owner in the UK. It was first registered in July ...

Breaking into the automotive market, Xiaomi has now unveiled its first-ever electric vehicle, the "SU7." Coming in dual-motor all-wheel-drive SU7 Max and single-motor rear-wheel-drive SU7, the sedan-style car features proprietary Modena Architecture with 21,000 rpm HyperEngine electric motors.In terms of range, the SU7 Max has a range of up to 497 miles and a 0-100km/h acceleration of just 2.78s thanks to its 101kWh 800V high-voltage platform, beating both the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan Turbo.Aside from the ample spaced interior, details include the "water droplet" headlamps, 360 LED halo rear brake light, half-hidden door handles, and a HyperOS in-car entertainment system powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8295 processor. The entertainment system is accompanied by a 16.1-inch 3K centr...