Automotive

Performance engineering company Hennessey has updated the Corvette C8 Stingway by pumping it with 708-Hp – ready to take on the race track.Passing up the 2023 Corvette Z06, the H700 Corvette C8 Stingway features a 6.2-liter V8 engine, 465 lb-ft of torque, a high-flow centrifugal supercharger, a muscular blower, an enhanced cat-back exhaust and more. What stands out about the performance update is that reveals a 44% increase in horsepower and a 37% increase in torque when compared to the car's factory version. Finishing off the car are 19 and 20-inch allow wheels that come in either brushed aluminum, satin black or graphite."The stock C8 Corvette Stingray is an extraordinary sports car, yet Chevrolet left some V8 performance on the table," said founder/CEO, John Hennessey. "Our exciting 'H7...

Lamborghini has officially unveiled the all-new Invencible coupé and Autentica roadster as a final salute to the Lamborghini V12 powertrain. The two one-off cars were styled by the Lamborghini Centro Stile team to reflect the design cues that have contributed to the company's prominence throughout the years.Arriving ahead of the automaker's transition to the hybrid era, both supercars pay tribute to the designs of Lamborghini's past icons including the Sesto Elemento with large rear wings, the Reventón with its unique aeronautical style, the Aventador with the same carbon fiber monocoque, the Sesto Elemento with the central triple exhaust, and Essenza SCV12 with an imposing bonnet and front splitter. Interiors are both dominated by clean lines, a minimalist dashboard, and cockpit framed in...

Range Rover has unveiled its all-new 2024 Velar SUV, featuring a reductionist design approach that offers a slew of high-tech upgrades. The car manufacturer has revamped the model several times since its introduction in 2017, though the 2024 model provides a much-needed move toward advanced connectivity.On the exterior, alterations are subtle: the new model includes new front and rear lights with technical, jewel-like constructions, a restyled grille and a new rear bumper. Additionally, the car is available in two new colorways: Metallic Varesine Blue and Premium Metallic Zadar Gray.Inside, the car receives some more obvious changes. The previous two-screen infotainment system is replaced with a new "floating" 11.4-inch curved glass touchscreen display in the dashboard's center. Operating ...

RM Sotheby's recently auctioned off a one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron Profilée. The unique hypercar sold for $10.7 million USD, making it the most expensive new car ever auctioned. The vehicle sold earlier this week at the Paris auction, where the hypercar is also the last purely gas-powered Bugatti that will be ever sold. Not only is this the most expensive Bugatti sold at auction, it is also the most expensive Chiron. The sale of the Chiron Profilée has surpassed the pre-sale estimate of $4.6 million to $6 million USD. The bespoke model was originally intended to be put into production, however, the project was canceled after it sold all 500 slots earlier than expected. The car is finished in a model-specific Argent Atlantique and features a redesigned shape with a different front splitter ...

As tech aficionados patiently wait for the official reveal of the Apple Car, new details have emerged regarding patents and trademarks filed. While the tech giant has not made any major announcements regarding its electric vehicle, many have followed Apple's steps closely, keeping an eye on the types of patents that they are seeking. Most recently, Patently Apple reported that Apple has filed two new patents for its secretive Project Titan, relating to "adjustable tinting windows." Earlier this month, the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office published patent applications from Apple that are specifically related to adjustable exterior lighting systems for future semi and fully autonomous vehicles. According to the patent, Apple is seeking adjustable windows that may feature adjustable layers incl...

Ferrari has just released a short film that merges 75 years on a single timeline using three iconic sports cars. Named La Prova (The Test), the 10-minute film shared the journey of an artist who grows into his father's shoes with the aid of his father's Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta, Ferrari Testarossa, then the 296 GTB.Created by Ferrari's arm in Hong Kong, Blackbird Concessionaires, the entire project was miraculously shot using only iPhones. Frank Liew of Blackbird Concessionaires comments, "One great thing about the filming process was that because everyone is so comfortable using a phone it led to a very cooperative environment during location visits. Almost everyone has an iPhone – so everyone involved on the team would have ideas about cool or interesting ways we could capture the a...

Rezavni Motors, an American automaker founded by Ferris Rezvani, has officially launched its 2023 Vengeance SUV, a gigantic off-road SUV that looks like something straight out of a superhero movie.The Vengeance was designed by digital artist Milen Ivanov who took inspiration from cars in video games and sci-fi movies for the futuristic build. Coming standard with the vehicle is a powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine delivering 420 horsepower and a ten-speed automatic gearbox with an electronic range selector. Optional 3.0L Turbo Diesel and 6.2L supercharged V8 engines are also available. A panoramic sunroof lies overhead, a hands-free power liftgate opens at the rear, and seating is arranged in either 7 or 8-passenger layouts. Other standard features include a heads-up display, collision warning w...

RM Sotheby's is no stranger to offering up some of the world's finest exotic sportscars and hypercars. Now, the house is set to auction a 2003 Ferrari Enzo.To this day, the Enzo model, which was birthed in 2003, remains one of the premier models from the automaker. Appearing in classic black, the 2003 Ferrari Enzo is constructed from carbon fiber and aluminum. Additionally, the model's design was inspired by grand prix cars and features a rakish nose, ground-effect aerodynamics, and a small active spoiler. Giving the car its power is a 5,998-cc V-12 engine that produces 651 horsepower.The 2002 Enzo has been well taken care of – being of the possession of just two owners and has been serviced several times throughout its existence. Additionally, the car features just 17,474 kilometers (abou...

The Camel Trophy was an off-road vehicle-focused competition that was hosted every year between 1980 and 2000. Land Rover was the official sponsor of the event for 19 years, which resulted in positive publicity for its automobiles and the overall brand as they proved worthy of handling the contest's extreme terrain and weather conditions. And now one Land Rover Discovery 300 TDi Camel Trophy has resurfaced from the 1997 competition in Mongolia has resurfaced. The best part? It could be yours.This one of 20 4x4 machine is prepared with a myriad of aesthetic and functional details. Its playful paint job is anchored by a golden yellow hue and comes adorned with Land Rover logos beneath the rear-most side windows, Sony insignias and Camel Trophy emblems on the driver and passenger doors. Addit...

Since the reveal of Aptera Motors' futuristic three-wheeler back in 2020, the company has officially announced that it is starting production on its solar-powered EV.Calling it the "Launch Edition," the car is the debut model from the San Diego-based startup. While the Launch Edition Aptera is not all that different looking from the car that was initially teased in 2019, the sleek teardrop shaped-car and its two fenders over the front wheels feature a two-tone finish. The car also comes with a dynamic lighting package and welcomes owners to add their own custom changes to the vehicle. With a drag coefficient of 0.13, the EV is more aerodynamic than its rival, the Mercedes-Benz EQXX which only has a drag coefficient of 0.17. Like the exterior, the interior all sports a minimal and clean aes...