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Catching Up on Classic Car Corner
Theres something special about Kentucky car culture. Ever since I was a kid, those summer trips to the Bluegrass State have been nothing but enjoyable. Whether it was... continue reading
Land Rover Discovery Metropolitan Edition
Land Rover is updating the Discovery family for the 2023 model year by adding a new trim version to the lineup. Called Metropolitan Edition, the new model will be built on the R-Dynamic HSE specification and will now sit on the top of the Discovery family. In the States, the model will be priced from $75,300 - quite an increase over the Discovery's base price of $56,600, but is it worth it?
Alfa Romeo Puts the Giulia to the Front of the Pack With Big Updates for 2022
Alfa Romeo may be in a tough position, but theres no denying the company gave us some pretty good models in recent times. Under Stellantis banner, the brand is planned to become a global premium brand something that starts with Alfa Romeos gradual transition to electrification, said to happen in 2027. Meanwhile, one of their most important models the Giulia is getting refreshed for the 2022 model year. The Italian sporty sedan has already proven a worthy alternative in the... [read more]
Maserati Ghibli and Levante F Tributo Special Editions
Maserati is paying tribute to its racing history with the launch of the F Tributo Special Edition. The new edition will be offered for the Ghibli and Levante models and will be available in both United States and Canada. Prices for the Ghibli F Tributo start from $101,390, while the Levante F Tributo starts from $106,590.
Is This Latest Model S Prototype A Track Pack For The Plaid Or Is It The Plaid+?
When Tesla decided to up the ante with the Model S, it had two versions in the pipeline the Plaid and the Plaid+. However, in June 2020, Elon Musk announced on Twitter that the Plaid+ is canceled since the Plaid is just so good. Seeing the Plaid, Im quite sure no one really needs more power and performance; well, not right away, though. But, a lot of us were wondering what it wouldve been like. If you belong to that... [read more]
The Lancia Delta Name Returns, But Dont Get Excited Quite Yet
Most of you will probably agree that they dont make them like they used to when it comes to cars. Granted, the performance of modern cars is much more accessible compared to, lets say, something from the 1980s, but theres a reason most poster cars are from a few decades ago. One such car is the rally-dominating Lancia Delta and although there have been modern recreations like the Delta Futurista, it hasnt had a proper successoruntil now.
Ford Expedition Timberline Off-Grid Concept
When Ford announced the new generation Expedition, it also announced the addition of the new Timberline trim - a model described by Ford as "the most off-road-capable Expedition ever." Now, Ford took this off-road capability even further with the announcement of the new Expedition Timberline Off-Grid Concept. It will be displayed at the Overland Expo East at Oak Ridge Estates in Arrington, Virginia this upcoming weekend and the in November at the 2021 SEMA Show.
Heres What To Expect From Alfa Romeos 5-Year Onslaught of New Cars
It seems Alfa Romeo is one of those brands that refuse to step away from traditions and move on with the times. Over the last decade or so, the Italian company has come up with some great models, but their business strategy hasnt been what you would call sustainable. However, this may be about to change, as the Italian car company recently stated that we will be getting a new model every year until 2026, and from 2027 onwards, all... [read more]
Honda launches all-electric EV Sub-brand - e:N
Honda held a virtual event online to showcase their EV strategy for the Chinese market, via their new EV sub-brand e:N. The Japanese brand unveiled two production-ready electric vehicles: the e:NS1 and the e:NP1. Apart from these two EVs we also got to see three electric concept cars. The e:N SUV Concept, e:N GT Concept, and e:N Coupe Concept.
Infiniti Q60
If you are planning to buy a two-door coupe with a powerful engine, it doesnt have to be the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, the BMW 4 Series, or the Audi A5 with all the handling finesse. What if you want to cover long distances in comfort? There you go, Nissans luxury brand Infiniti has the Q60, a luxury two-door coupe that has almost all the required specs and features including a good ride quality reminding you of a Gran Turismo. However... [read more]
What EVs Have the Best Range in 2021?
The earliest modern electric vehicles were successful purely because they dared to challenge the notion that a car could run on anything other than petrol. The public embraced the change, though, but the problem lay in the capacity to fulfill the requirements fossil fuel had adequately done until then. The technology behind them was also in the rudimentary stages, so cars had only enough battery power to get them to work, and they had to be recharged for the trip... [read more]
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio GT Junior
Back in September 2021, Alfa Romeo announced the special editions Giulia and Stelvio '6C Villa dEste.' The two models paid tribute to the 6C 2500 SS Coup produced by Alfa Romeo in the 1940s. Now, a month later, the Italian company announced the Giulia and Stelvio GT Junior - two special edition models that pay tribute to the GT 1300 Junior - a very successful Alfa Romeo model built between 1966 and 1976.
Bill Thomas Cheetah: The Forgotten Cobra Rival Commissioned By Chevrolet
When it comes to high-performance cars, the phrase win on Sunday, sell on Monday is still, very much, true. But it was in the 1960s when those words were most notably put into action. The Shelby Cobra is one of the most legendary cars from the 1960s. It was also very successful in motorsports and Chevrolet didnt like that. So, they turned to an old Chevy associate Bill Thomas. He, in turn, came with a car even crazier than the... [read more]
2023 BMW M3 Touring Spied Testing At The Nrburgring!
Spotting the BMW M3 Touring is like spotting a Mewtwo. Its a beautiful Pokmon, but its rare. The last time we spotted the M3 Touring was back in 2020. Now, almost a year later, it has been spied again testing at the Nrburgring. However, there isnt anything different this time around, and our spy photographers informed us that it even had the same registration number as the prototype from last year.
Blue Hot Rods
Ryan's probably gonna fire me after saying this, but here goes: Blue-painted hot rods are better than red ones, and I'm here to state my case. The first... continue reading
Drag Race: 850 Hp Bentley Continental GT Pikes Peak vs 600 Hp Honda Civic Type R
The Hoonigan crew is very good at justifying seemingly pointless drag races, between two very different machines. We are very glad they do since today we have another epic stand-off between two high-horsepower machines in the This vs That series. This is a Bentley Continental GT Pikes Peak and That is a stock-looking, but highly modified Honda Civic Type R.
Hyundai Sonata N Line Night Edition
After making its debut in the Paramount Pictures action film Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, the limited-production Hyundai Sonata N Line Night Edition is now finally available at dealerships. It will be limited to only 1,000 units - offered in either Phantom Black or Quartz White - each with a starting price of $34,750.
The 2022 Lexus LX 600 Breaks Cover As A Luxurious Land Cruiser 300
Toyota decided to pull the plug on the Land Cruiser in the U.S. to the dismay of a lot of people. However, it looks like the auto group had bigger plans for the SUV. The SUV has a loyal fan following, but it was a little rough for the asking price. So, while the Land Cruiser has retired, it will be sold Stateside in the form of the Lexus LX 600 an SUV with better creature comforts, but with the... [read more]
The Iconic Porsche 962 C Has Been Restored to its Original Condition
Porsche has refurbished a very special 962 C. The car seen here is chassis #009, which was completely restored to its original state by the Heritage Department and the Porsche Museum over the course of 18 grueling months.
Red Hot Rods
After Monday's post, a pal of mine texted to let me know how surprised he was that he liked Tardel's roadster so much. I didn't know I was... continue reading
Heres Your Chance to Buy the Lo-Res, Poor-Mans Cybertruck!
The Lo-Res Car has to be one of the strangest automobiles out there, even as far as concept cars go. Its no wonder that it eventually made it to the Petersen Automotive Museum in L.A. They acquired this extremely rare vehicle three years ago, and the car is now being auctioned for no reserve at BringATrailer.com. It is being offered on a bill of sale and does not have a title or registration for use on the street.
This Lamborghini Huracan EVOs Self-Confidence Was Shattered When It Faced The Tesla Model S Plaid
Brooks from DragTimes brought two of his prized possessions from his collection to the drag strip. One of them is the Tesla Model S Plaid and the other, a Lamborghini Huracan EVO. The Huracan EVO is no slouch by any means, but it was no match for the Model S Plaid. All the Lamborghini models will be electrified by 2024, so until, then, the Lamborghini models might face humiliation this way against the likes of fast EVs.
This Race-Spec Version of the 2022 Civic Si Exposes the Future of Tuning Capabilities
When we talk about performance versions of the Honda Civic, we usually mean the Type-R. With that being said, Honda recently teased us with some videos of the current, eleventh generation of the Civic. The eleventh-generation Civic debuted in April, and now we are looking at the Civic Si, which will follow soon. The car was spotted testing around the Thunderhill Raceway, in California, where it would compete in the 25 Hours of Thunderhill.
The Lexus LX600 Debuts Today And You Can Watch the Live Stream Here!
It took a lot of us by surprise when Land Cruiser decided not to bring the new Land Cruiser 300 to the U.S. The beast wasnt moving in numbers that would justify it being alive here. However, the Toyota Group has decided to replace it with the new Lexus LX600 SUV instead and will be arriving Stateside. The company released a teaser last week announcing that the LX 600 will debut on October 13 at 12:30 p.m. ET, and heres... [read more]
This Lamborghini Diablo Replica Evolved Into The Stalker
To say that the Lamborghini Diablo is an iconic car is not an exaggeration, which is why its one of the most replicated cars in the world. Diablo replicas are all around and the quality varies greatly, with some being very convincing, while others being complete failures. Depending on how you look at it, the Stalker can be either of those. What started as a Lamborghini Diablo replica took an interesting turn and the end result iswell, see for yourself.
2023 Honda Civic Type R Spied Again, And The Interior Is Phenomenal
Honda surprised us by teasing the 2023 Civic Type R earlier this month. It was wrapped in red skin that covered most of the intricate styling cues, but there was enough for us to decipher most of the design elements. It was spotted a couple of days after the tease and we got to see it better from all the angles, unlike Hondas teasers which comprised of just two images. Now, our spy photographers spotted the car yet again in... [read more]
Old-School vs Modern: Watch a Stock Nissan R35 GT-R Nismo Try To Show The Highly Customized R34 GT-R and Toyota Supra Whos The Boss!
Officially Gassed OG came up with an interesting series of races that involved three enthusiast cars the Nissan R34 GT-R, the Toyota Supra, and the Nissan R35 GT-R Nismo. The R34 and the Supra are highly customized and make a lot more power than the stock output, but the R35 the most modern of the lot is bone stock and makes the least power. Which car do you think is going to come out of this with the bragging rights?
Its Official: The 2022 Ford Bronco Sasquatch Will Have a Manual Transmission
When Ford revived the Bronco moniker from the ashes, it made sure to cover all bases possible. It missed out on a couple of them, like not offering a V-8 and not making a manual gearbox available with the Sasquatch Package. The latter was rectified soon, and now theres an official confirmation stating the same. A user on Bronco6g.com forum attached an order guide for the 2022 Bronco that shows that the beefy Sasquatch package is available with the manual... [read more]
Driving Wilshire Blvd in 1951
When I think of golden age for hot rods and customs, my mind immediately goes to Los Angeles in the early 1950s. Post war Southern California was the... continue reading
The 2022 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Looks Like the Bastard Child of a 7 Series and a Ford Escape
BMW is no stranger to controversy these days. It all started with the massive kidney grilles on the BMW 7 Series and 8 Series, but then the brand doubled down with the buckteeth on the new BMW 4 Series. It seems as if BMW might like all the controversy, and the evidence lies in the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. Now, before I go too deep, I should point out that the 2 Series AT is no stranger to... [read more]
The Lexus NX Hybrid Launches Lexus Into the Future of Electrification
While Toyota has been trying to make Hydrogen power more relevant for years now with the Mirai, they are not giving up on the more traditional form of hybrids. Their luxury brand, Lexus, has just dropped the new NX crossover, and it is the first plug-in hybrid for the Japanese luxury brand.
The AMG GT Coupe and Roadster Canceled, So What Comes Next?
A new report is suggesting that AMG has not only closed the order books for the AMG GT Coupe and GT Roadster but will also end production by the end of 2021. This move, has been somewhat expected since the AMG GT Black Series has officially launched and usually, the Black Series name is synonymous with the end of a products lifecycle. So, what does this mean for the future of AMG coupes, and what will happen next? We think... [read more]
Latest Spy Shots of the 2023 Audi Q6 E-Tron Prototype Reveal A Very Modern Look
Weve got the latest spy shots of the new fully electric Audi Q6 e-Tron. The SUV is expected to be launched as a 2023 model and will share its platform with the all-electric Porsche Macan. This all-new Audi Q6 e-Tron reveals a very modern new front design with flat headlights, the typical Audi grill, and huge air intakes in the front bumper. With EVs now going mainstream, automakers know that having a good range of vehicles in the ever-burgeoning SUV... [read more]
Take Your First Look at the 2023 Mercedes EQE SUV!
The Mercedes EQ line of EVs isnt very old, but the automaker is adding products to the lineup at a superficial rate. At the 2021 IAA Mobility Show, the automaker revealed a total of five EQ products, namely the AMG EQS performance sedan, the EQE family sedan, the EQB crossover, EQG Concept off-roader, and the Maybach EQS SUV. As if these werent enough, our spy photographers have now spotted the EQE SUV testing in the wild. It will slot in... [read more]
Going Flat Out on the Autobahn in a 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
AutoTopNL takes an old school 07 Supercharged V-8 GT500 for an Autobahn blast to show us as to what exactly happens when the ponies are let loose on a de-restricted highway. Spoiler alert; Brutal.
Acura TLX
The second-generation Acura TLX has launched, and with it comes a plethora of exterior and interior upgrades along with a few upgraded features. It rides on an all-new platform and now competes with the Germans like the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3-Series, and the Audi A5 while it is priced the lowest among them at $38,545. Is it the best you can buy in this budget? Lets find out.
The latest Honda Civic takes on the Hyundai Elantra at the drag strip. The results might surprise you
The all-new Honda Civic takes on one of its top rivals in the compact sedan class, the Hyundai Elantra in a couple of mile drag races.
The AMG GT Coupe and Roadster Cancelled, So What Comes Next?
A new report is suggesting that AMG has not only closed the order books for the AMG GT Coupe and GT Roadster but will also end production by the end of 2021. This move, has been somewhat expected since the AMG GT Black Series has officially launched and usually, the Black Series name is synonymous with the end of a products lifecycle. So, what does this mean for the future of AMG coupes, and what will happen next? We think... [read more]
Still The Same OG
Lowlight, golden-hour photoshoots are all about timing and paying attention to the details. The thing is though, you have to be good enough at those things to do... continue reading
The Oldsmobile F88 Is What The C1 Corvette Should Have Been From The Start
The story of the Chevrolet Corvette started back in 1953, with the introduction of the C1. Although Americas sports car is known for its potent V-8 engines, the earliest production examples started with the anemic Blue Flame a 3.9-liter (235 cu in) inline-six that made 150 horsepower and 223 pound-feet (302 Nm). And while, eventually, they put a V-8 in it, it was Oldsmobile that beat Chevrolet to it by making their own version of the Corvette called the Oldsmobile... [read more]
A Brave Statement: Mazda Will Destroy Its Luxury Competitors By 2023
A while back, we talked about how Mazda is in the process of reinventing itself. The Japanese carmaker shared, on its official newsroom that three new SUV models are coming out by 2023 and that the expansion of its lineup will be accompanied by upgraded dealer facilities. Mazdas transition to a more upscale image has never been more apparent and we are going to see the first models with longitudinally-mounted inline-six engines debut as early as 2022.
The 2026 Lotus Elise Will Prove Electric Drive Is Better
The Lotus Emira is billed as the brands very last fuel-powered vehicle, marking the end of its gas-powered lineup forever. We knew this was the case early on as right around the time it was launched, the company also told us that the Elise, Exige, and Evora were officially being sent to the guillotine. It was a bittersweet revelation that we all knew was coming but really didnt think it was going to happen so fast. Since then, and even... [read more]
Breaking: 2022 Chevy C8 Corvette E-Ray Spied for the First Time!
The Corvette E-Ray has never been spied before, but the company has been working on it for a very long time. The fact that GM trademarked the E-Ray name back in 2015 shows that the automaker has had it in its plans for the better part of the last decade. Fast forward to the present day, the automaker is still tight-lipped about it, but it has been spotted testing at the Nurburgring. If you had even an ounce of doubt... [read more]
Drag Race: Watch An 1,100-Horsepower, Twin-Turbo Lamborghini Huracan Take On A Supercharged Kawasaki H2R On The Drag Strip
The team at Carwow brought a Lamborghini Huracan to the drag strip for a series of straight-line races. Instead of pitting it against another car from its segment, they brought in a superbike to take it on. This superbike is a Kawasaki H2R that comes with a supercharged engine and boasts of a better power-to-ratio. This is despite the fact that the Lamborghini Huracan is far from stock and makes over 1,000 horses. Which of these beasts do you think... [read more]
BMW M3 by AC Schnitzer
One can say a lot of bad things about the new generation BMW M3, but when it comes to power, everyone should agree that 500 horsepower (more or less) is enough for a sports sedan. But AC Schnitzer thinks there is room for improvement, for final output but also for the M3's handling and aerodynamics. And, its last tuning package does exactly that: transforms the M3 in the car everyone will want to drive!
The Pich GT is the most guilt free way of crossing continents.
Pich Automotive are a bespoke manufacturer of electric automobiles founded in 2017 by Anton Pich. The automaker has revealed new details about their upcoming GT, which is all set to hit the market in 2024. The Swiss startup previewed the model's concept, christened the Mark Zero, at the Geneva Motor Show back in 2019. Now, the car is finally undergoing testing at the Pich Engineering GmbHs facility in Germany, in order to ratify all project details.