Automotive
Gundam Arrives on the F1 Grid in Scuderia AlphaTauri Partnership
Scuderia AlphaTauri and Bandai Namco Entertainment have announced plans to bring Gundam to the Formula 1 grid during the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The partnership includes a range of activities, experiences and collectibles.Notably, Scuderia AlphaTauri's drivers, Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo, will feature the iconic Gundam decals of the RX-78-2 Gundam and XVX-016 Gundam Aerial on the headrests of their AT04 cars.Beyond sponsorship, the partnership provides fans the opportunity to experience a nearly ten-foot-tall Gundam statue gracing the team's facilities and a special promotional video featuring Yuki Tsunoda dressed in a GUNDAM-inspired racing suit.Additionally and probably the most exciting aspect of the collaboration, is a one-of-one Perfect-Grade Unleashed model of the Mobile Suit RX...
Gundam Arrives on the F1 Grid in Scuderia AlphaTauri Partnership
Scuderia AlphaTauri and Bandai Namco Entertainment have announced plans to bring Gundam to the Formula 1 grid during the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The partnership includes a range of activities, experiences and collectibles.Notably, Scuderia AlphaTauri's drivers, Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo, will feature the iconic Gundam decals of the RX-78-2 Gundam and XVX-016 Gundam Aerial on the headrests of their AT04 cars.Beyond sponsorship, the partnership provides fans the opportunity to experience a nearly ten-foot-tall Gundam statue gracing the team's facilities and a special promotional video featuring Yuki Tsunoda dressed in a GUNDAM-inspired racing suit.Additionally and probably the most exciting aspect of the collaboration, is a one-of-one Perfect-Grade Unleashed model of the Mobile Suit RX...
Maserati Unveils Its First Limited Edition MC20: The “Notte”
Maserati has introduced its first limited edition example of the MC20, a sleek edition of 50 that it's calling the "Notte."Inspiration for this special edition is drawn from the brand's audacious legacy, with the vehicle designed to channel the adrenaline of legendary races past, present and future.The MC20 "Notte" -- Italian for "night" -- is an embodiment of nocturnal mystique and the intense allure of darkness. Its design was created in collaboration with Maserati reference driver and former GT1 world champion Andrea Bertolini and features a matte "nero essenza" finish that is made to shine even in the lowest of lights. Bertolini's "Midas touch" is exemplified in the matte white gold detailing on the Trident logo, side insignias and the Maserati script, a nostalgic nod to the brand's mo...
Hennessey Performance Unveils H1000 “Last Stand” Challenger and Charger Editions
Texas-based high-performance tuner, Hennessey Performance, is paying a bittersweet tribute to the end of an era, through the release of its H1000 "Last Stand" editions of the Dodge SRT Challenger and Charger.As its name would suggest, each vehicle packs an impressive 1,000 horsepower, significantly increasing the vehicles' already potent performance. This limited series marks the conclusion of the Hellcat-powered muscle cars' nine-year reign, offering a fitting homage with exclusive design touches in addition to the power upgrades.Notably, the Hellcat's already potent 6.2-liter HEMI V8 has been supercharged for all non-Redeye models, receiving a suite of enhancements including a larger supercharger, high-flow components and a recalibrated engine capable of producing 948 lb-ft of torque.Thi...
RM Sotheby’s to Auction Two Extremely Rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTRs
RM Sotheby’s is set to host one of its most significant Mercedes-Benz auctions this year, featuring a 1999 CLK GTR Coupe and a 2002 CLK GTR Roadster -- with a combined estimate as high as $22,000,000 USD.These rare vehicles represent towering achievements in automotive design and engineering, symbols of a time when Mercedes-Benz reigned supreme in the GT1 racing class.Notably, the 1999 CLK GTR Coupe, limited to only 20 examples, represents the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz’s innovation -- born out of a whirlwind 128-day development period, it won back-to-back FIA GT1 Championships in 1997 and 1998 and also played a part in the demise of the motorsport series it was designed for due to its overwhelming dominance.For many enthusiasts, the vehicle represents a significant part of automotive histo...
RM Sotheby’s to Auction Two Extremely Rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTRs
RM Sotheby’s is set to host one of its most significant Mercedes-Benz auctions this year, featuring a 1999 CLK GTR Coupe and a 2002 CLK GTR Roadster -- with a combined estimate as high as $22,000,000 USD.These rare vehicles represent towering achievements in automotive design and engineering, symbols of a time when Mercedes-Benz reigned supreme in the GT1 racing class.Notably, the 1999 CLK GTR Coupe, limited to only 20 examples, represents the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz’s innovation -- born out of a whirlwind 128-day development period, it won back-to-back FIA GT1 Championships in 1997 and 1998 and also played a part in the demise of the motorsport series it was designed for due to its overwhelming dominance.For many enthusiasts, the vehicle represents a significant part of automotive histo...
These Are Some of the Best Cars We Saw at SEMA 2023
SEMA has stood as one of the most important shows and conventions for automotive enthusiasts, because of the education, announcements and unveilings the car brands and manufacturers bring out each year. For 2023, the spectacle and presentation was as strong as ever, and it showed heavily with the cars and builds we saw. While there's no way to document each and every car at the show, 2023's edition of SEMA (short for Speed Equipment Manufacturing Association) highlighted a good mix of traditional tuning and built vehicles with new-aged techniques in design and modification. Overall, the show brought roughly 160k people to the Las Vegas Convention Center grounds with more than 2,200 vendors across 140 different countries – record numbers for the show, according to a SEMA representative. Ano...
Toyota Unveils the FJ Bruiser a SEMA Special Project Vehicle
Following the highly anticipated and well-received return of the Toyota Land Cruiser to the U.S. Toyota decided they would bring something special to this year's SEMA show and it wasn't the electrified Land Cruiser SE Concept. Instead, the automaker revealed a NASCAR engine-powered beast dubbed the "FJ Bruiser."The Bruiser, originally named "The Unstoppable FJ," was a vision brought to life under the guidance of Marty Schwerter, the captain at the helm of the Toyota Motorsports garage team, with support from Toyota Racing Development in Costa Mesa, California.With the return of the Land Cruiser to the U.S. market, Schwerter said "It only made sense to build a rock crawler, so this is our take on a 1966 Toyota FJ45 Pickup Truck."At the heart of the modern rendition is a modified TRD, 358 cu...
Mercedes-Benz Unveils Updated V8 Models for AMG GT 4-Door Coupé
Mercedes-Benz has revealed an update to its Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, specifically its V8 models. The updated models are available in a variety of iterations, from the GT 63 4MATIC+ 4-door coupé to the more performance-focused GT 63 S 4MATIC+ 4-door coupé.Notable updates include those made to the front facade, inspired by the new AMG GT Coupé, with the V8 models now boasting a larger air inlet below the AMG-specific radiator trim. Additional updates include the integration of vertical air ducts on the exterior of the front apron enhances its sporty look.Performance-wise, the revised models come with the standard AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G transmission, fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive and AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension equipped with adaptive adjustable damping. Other...
Aston Martin and J.Laverack Partner to Offer Highly Customizable .1R Bicycle
Aston Martin is teaming up with British titanium bicycle leader J.Laverack to offer a highly bespoke .1R, a road bicycle meticulously crafted with insights from high-performance automotive designers.The .1R is described as the most bespoke, advanced and engineered bicycle to date, represented through a blend of 3D-printed titanium lugs and sculpted carbon fiber tubes -- created for elevated responsiveness and comfort.Oliver Laverack, Co-founder of J.Laverack Bicycles, shared "Working with the team at Aston Martin has unlocked new ideas and innovations, the application of which has created a bicycle more advanced than anything currently available on the market. Working in collaboration with Aston Martin we have not only taken our titanium bicycles to new heights but have also unlocked true ...
Aston Martin and J.Laverack Partner to Offer Highly Customizable .1R Bicycle
Aston Martin is teaming up with British titanium bicycle leader J.Laverack to offer a highly bespoke .1R, a road bicycle meticulously crafted with insights from high-performance automotive designers.The .1R is described as the most bespoke, advanced and engineered bicycle to date, represented through a blend of 3D-printed titanium lugs and sculpted carbon fiber tubes -- created for elevated responsiveness and comfort.Oliver Laverack, Co-founder of J.Laverack Bicycles, shared "Working with the team at Aston Martin has unlocked new ideas and innovations, the application of which has created a bicycle more advanced than anything currently available on the market. Working in collaboration with Aston Martin we have not only taken our titanium bicycles to new heights but have also unlocked true ...
Ringbrothers Reveal Hellephant-Powered 1969 Dodge Charger “TUSK”
Known for their American muscle builds, Jim and Mike Ring, the co-founders of Ringbrothers, have unveiled their latest custom work -- a 1969 Dodge Charger fitted with a 1,000 HP Mopar Hellephant engine, a vehicle they're calling the "TUSK."The TUSK represents a meticulously engineered reimagination of the classic Charger, with the Wisconsin-based builders taking special care to showcase a blend of vintage style with modern-day automotive technology and performance prowess.At the heart of TUSK lies Mopar's Hellephant engine, a 1,000 HP powerhouse, notably limited to just 100 units and the key factor that propels this classic muscle car into the modern era. The engine's immense power is harnessed through a six-speed Bowler TREMEC T-56 Magnum manual transmission and delivered to the rear whee...
