Automotive

From The Jetsons to Back to the Future, the introduction of hovercrafts and flying cars has been an anxiously awaited dream of society. One that if fulfilled would convey a great leap in technology and culture. But as time rolls on, we are creeping up on actualizing that dream. A prime example is VonMercier's Arosa Electric Hovercraft.The Maryland-based company's new hovercraft takes on the look of a sportscar, but it is so much more. The Arosa is powered by a trio of electric engines with the capacity to glide six to eight inches above the grand. This makes it possible for the vehicle to move across gravel, grass, snow, sand and water. Additionally, the Arosa can travel at up to 50 mph although its cruising speed sits at 20 mph. Another specification includes an 80-mile range based on thr...

Porsche is making moves towards an EV-centric business plan within the decade. While Porsche consumers are still waiting for the all-electric Porsche Macan that has been promised to be on its way, the company's CEO Oliver Blume recently confirmed at the Annual Press Conference earlier this week that the popular Porsche Cayenne will be arriving in an all-electric version in the second half of the decade. This will mark the company's fourth EV expected to release around that time. The news is unsurprising as luxury carmakers are moving towards EV models. The brand also confirmed an electric Macan back in 2020, signaling that Porsche's other models will likely follow suit. Although not much was revealed about the car, Blue did say that the electric Porsche Cayenne will be based on the SUV's f...

An unprecedented collaboration between American travel trailer manufacturer Airstream and Porsche Design's Studio F. A. Porsche has been unveiled in the form of an innovative travel trailer concept — the Airstream Studio F. A. Porsche Concept Travel Trailer.Both companies have united decades of design experience to develop this next-generation recreational vehicle, which features an elevated design with cues to Airstream’s hallmarked aluminum aesthetics. Addressing the RV market’s changing demographics, the concept focuses on expanding the interiors and maximizing the dwellers’ space within the vehicle. Evident in the extensive use of skylights and windows to augment the interior’s spatial design, an implemented pop-up roof also provides additional headroom.In addition, a lowering suspensi...

Contemporary designer Daniel Arsham has teamed up with Porsche once again to create a retro-futuristic NEBULA 928 concept. A playful, funky, and fluid iteration of a reimagined 1978 Porsche 928, the project takes inspiration from the Y2K aesthetic and is set to be displayed for the first time at the Porsche X space at SXSW.The artist gives the vintage Porsche model a futuristic identity, softening the edges of the original car to the features that define the more modern models. The car is finished with metallic exterior paint in Y2K purple while the interior opens up to reveal a matching complementary shade. The purple shades seen on the interior pay homage to the early 2000s, a stark contrast from the exterior hue. The steering wheel is constructed with aluminum and the shift knob feature...

Following the release of two limited renditions in 2022, Maserati has unveiled a newer and sleeker Grecale Modena SUV. Capturing the optimal balance of sportiness and elegance, the Grecale is touted by the brand to encapsulate “The Everyday Exceptional” concept. From its chic silhouette to luxurious interiors, the Grecale is fitted with high technical specifications and luscious details — a true everyday car that doesn’t compromise refinement for performance, or functionalities.Designed with the sporty soul in mind, the Modena is doused in an extraordinary three-layer Grigio Cangiante color complete with an output of 330 horsepower deriving from its four-cylinder mild hybrid engine. Its interiors draw inspiration from the architecture of Luigi Nervi, with embroidered and stitched graphic m...

Lamborghini's ever-popular Urus SUV will be arriving as an electric vehicle in 2029. The news is confirmed by the CEO himself, as reported by Road and Track.CEO Stephan Winkelmann spoke to journalists at a preview of the company's Sant'Agata event, confirming that a new generation of the high-performance SUV will be coming a year after the brand officially launches its first all-electric vehicle in 2028. He said, "In '28 and '29 we will have our first two BEVs. We will have a fourth model, so today we have three models. It will be the first one to be completely a BEV car in 2028. And then in 2029 there will be the new Urus." With its first two EVs, the two cars will drive down the brand's overall emissions by 80% versus today's output. Currently, the Italian supercar company is planning to...

Audi is leaning more into motorsport with the launch of its latest mountain bike. The electric Audi RS Q e-tron Dakar racer is billed as the “ultimate off-roader,” bringing together 180mm suspension travel, meaning the amount of movement the suspension fork has, with specially designed tires.For this addition to Audi’s electric range, the company teamed up with Italian motorcycle manufacturer Fantic. With a frame engineered from lightweight aluminum, riders are given the ability to move their bikes in tune with rocky terrain. Located within the frame is the 36-Volt Fantic Integra battery pack, supplying power to a 90Nm torque motor. A digital display on the handlebars will indicate battery status and speed.The bike offers four different levels of electric assistance, depending on the amoun...

Avicar is shaking up the motorsports world with its freshly launched A-0 private race league —the first of its kind to utilize zero-seat cars and Remote Reality on a physical racetrack. What sets Avicar apart from VR and AR technologies is the level of immersive experience and environment that it can offer, as drivers will now have the power to remotely control real-life sportscars via a VR headset.Aside from working with top developers, car designers, racers, and ex-NASA engineers, Avicar’s official technology partner, Siemens has contributed its technologies and expertise throughout the R&D process in the manifestation of the project. The cars are configured with 360° cameras for live video that is transmitted to the driver’s VR or mobile device via 5G, satellite, or high-speed wi-fi...

Maserati unveiled its MC20 in September 2020, and Hypebeast has since become well-acquainted with the Italian supercar, having driven it in the hills of its homeland. Now, Maserati has another treat in order for us automotive fans -- the MC20 GT2 race car.With the MC20 race car, the marque hopes to reawaken its victories and legacy of racing in the GT2 championships with its formidable MC12 machine.In order to achieve such feats, Maserati's engineering and design team partnered with its in-house specialists, Centro Stile Maserati. Thus, the new car takes the Nettuno V6 engine found in the road-going car, and dials things up to eleven. While new power and performance figures are yet to be revealed, it's only inevitable that the three-liter turbocharged unit will comply with GT2 racing regul...

RM Sotheby's has just posted an auction for a 2003 Ferrari Enzo that is in pristine condition and is believed to be one of the last known variations that still have its wrappings on.There V-12 supercar only has 141 miles on the odometer and comes accompanied with its original manuals, car cover, fitted luggage and spare keys, all of which are still in its original factory packaging. A majority of the Ferrari Enzos that were made were finished in Rosso Corsa while a handful of other variations were painted in other popular color schemes such as Giallo Modena, Nero Pastello and Rosso Scuderia. On the rarer side of the spectrum was the Argento Nürburgring 101/C, a palette that only made its way onto nine variations, one of which also featured Cuoio leather interiors as opposed to the other it...