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On 1 March 2024 in Modena, Italy, Maserati debuted GranCabrio, Maserati’s latest creation dedicated to driving enthusiasts who demand the greatest levels of comfort and style. GranCabrio is a brand-new and equally elegant open-top version of its GranTurismo coupe twin.
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New Maserati GranCabrio Debuts

IN Cabriolet, Convertible, Features iconic design, GranCabrio, Maserati, Maserati GranCabrio, New, Open-top elegance, Spyder

GranCabrio, Maserati’s new spyder, features iconic design and open-top elegance.


In commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Ferrari's groundbreaking GTO supercar, the esteemed marque is set to host the GTO Legacy Tour 2024 later this year.
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Ferrari to host second GTO Legacy Tour

IN Ferrari, GTO, 288 GTO, Legacy Tour

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of its first supercar, the 1984 288 GTO, Ferrari will host its second GTO Legacy Tour.


Stepping back in time to 1975 saw the launch of the first Renault 5, a unique car renowned for its avant-garde design, versatility and fuel frugality. It addressed the challenges of its times for millions of families, responding to the oil shock, changing lifestyles, and the need for a second car. However, in later years, different versions were spawned, including some hotted-up performance and racing variants of the Renault 5.
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Renault 5 E-Tech Electric Previewed

IN 5 E-Tech electric, Draws upon its heritage, Modern-day challenges, Previewed, Renault, Renault 5, Renault 5 E-Tech electric, September 2024, To be launched, To meet

To be launched in September 2024, the Renault 5 E-Tech draws upon its heritage to meet modern-day challenges.


Red Bull, in collaboration with the Dutch Drone Gods, has embarked on an ambitious project, spending over a year to develop the remarkable Red Bull Drone 1.
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World's Fastest Camera Drone Takes On Max Verstappen

IN World, Fastest, Camera, Drone, Max Verstappen, Formula 1, Formula One, Silverstone

The drone can accelerate twice as fast as a Formula 1 car and has a top speed of over 350km/h.


Alpine has been fine-tuning the A290's low grip characteristics since the start of the year, in the most extreme weather conditions with temperatures that can drop below -30°C. Alpine's technical teams test the prototypes on tracks and open roads in these conditions to ensure excellence across the board. All the technical parameters are subject to full-scale tests to guarantee the required performance levels are achieved.
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Alpine A290 Electric Hot Hatch Undergoes Cold Weather Testing at Arctic Circle

IN Alpine, A290, 5-seater, Electric, Hatchback

Prototypes are being cold-weather finalised before going into production.


This isn't your run-of-the-mill Bentley, if there ever could be such a thing.
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Bentley Mulliner Shows Off Bespoke Bentayga EWB

IN Bentley, Mulliner, Bespoke, Bentayga, EWB

This particular bespoke Bentley Bentayga EWB comes with a duo-tone Onyx over Kingfisher Blue exterior, and a stirking Mandarin and Imperial Blue cabin.


The Bentley Mulliner division recently unveiled a creation that's a nod to heroism wrapped in opulence. Meet the Bentayga Private White V.C., a vehicle that whispers tales of bravery.
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Bentley Reveals Bespoke Private White V.C. Bentayga

IN Bentley, Bespoke, Private White, V.C., Bentayga, World War One, Victoria Cross

The bespoke Bentayga is inspired by Private White, who was awarded the Victoria Cross in World War One for his gallantry.


The standard Cooper is designated with a 'C', and the performance variant with an 'S.' This is how MINI designates the performance levels of its petrol engines within the new model family.
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MINI Cooper with Petrol Engines Launched

IN Available, Cooper C, Cooper S, Fifth-generation, Internal combustion, Launched, MINI, Mini Cooper, Petrol engines, Two levels of performance

Fifth-generation MINI Cooper will be available with two levels of internal combustion performance.


In Bologna's Galleria Cavour, an unexpected fusion of horsepower and fine art recently took place. Lamborghini and Ducati have decided to blend the worlds of motoring and artistry in an artistic spectacle.
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Lamborghini and Ducati Collaborate to celebrate the art of Paolo Troilo

IN Lamborghini, Ducati, Paolo Troilo, Art

Artist Paolo Troilo transforms vehicles into realistic artworks.


Toyota Gazoo Racing unveiled two special editions of the beloved GR Yaris.
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Evolved GR Yaris Gets WRC Driver-Supervised Special Editions

IN Toyota, GR, Yaris, WRC, Special, Edition

Only 100 units of each special edition are available through a lottery system.


In the last article, we took a look at how Porsche put its pre-series Taycan through gruelling and rigorous tests in different climatic conditions. Thing is, they weren't done yet. During an initial range test from Los Angeles to San Diego and back, pre-series models demonstrated their further improved efficiency. The all-electric sports cars covered up to 587 kilometres on one battery charge on public roads.
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Real-World Range of New Porsche Taycan Is Impressive

IN Impressive, Los Angeles, New, Porsche, Porsche taycan, Pre-series, Range, Range-testing, Real-world, San Diego, Taycan, Taycan’s, Was done

Range-testing was done with four pre-series Taycan models between Los Angeles and San Diego.


Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presented four magnificent ‘Year of the Dragon’ Bespoke commissions to mark the Lunar New Year, which begins on 10 February 2024. Designed and hand-crafted at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, these Bespoke creations - three Phantom Extended models and one Cullinan - are a celebration of Chinese culture through Bespoke artistry.
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Rolls-Royce Year of the Dragon Bespoke Commissions

IN Bespoke, Chinese culture, Commissions, Rolls out, Rolls-royce, Their artisanry, To celebrate, Worldwide, Year of the Dragon

Rolls-Royce rolls out their artisanry to celebrate Chinese culture worldwide.


We car enthusiasts are an interesting breed. What the normal man considers a crap car, we take to it like ducks to water. 40-year-old rusting Toyota Corolla that was prominently featured in a Japanese drifting anime? Yes please. But why is that so? Why deal with the oil leaks and the blown gaskets, when you could just get a car that works every time you turn the key?
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Road Tripping - Top-Down Joy In A Toyota MR2

IN Road Tripping, Toyota, MR2, MRS, United Kingdom

There's an inexplicable charm in what the world often labels as "shit cars".


In a move that shook the very foundations of Formula 1, Lewis Hamilton is set to don the iconic scarlet of Ferrari when the 2025 season rolls around. This switch marks the end of an era with Mercedes, a team that has been his racing home since 2013.
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Lewis Hamilton Is Leaving Mercedes To Join Ferrari In 2025

IN Lewis Hamilton, Leaving, Mercedes, Join, Ferrari, 2025, Formula 1, Formula One, Formula, One, 1, 2024, Lewis, Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari in 2025, replacing Carlos Sainz. What a shocking start to the season.


Following early computer simulations and extensive validations on test benches, the updated Taycan is now undergoing the final stages of real testing on handling circuits and public roads. “Faster, higher, further – we have improved the new Taycan in practically every discipline compared to its predecessor”, said Model Line Vice President Kevin Giek. “And because the changes are so extensive, the gruelling testing programme is almost comparable to that for a new model.”
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New Porsche Taycan Put Through Final Tests

IN Before, Final intensive testing, Final tests, Market release, New, New Taycan, Porsche, Porsche taycan, Put through, Spring 2024

Final intensive testing for the new Taycan before its spring 2024 market release.


Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 was a spectacle to behold, especially with Liberty Walk's unveiling of an '80s supercar icon, transforming it into a modern-day katana. Wataru Kato once again captured the essence of the show with his latest creation.
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The Perfect Combo? Liberty Walk and Tokyo Auto Salon

IN Liberty Walk, Tokyo Auto Salon, Lamborghini, Countach, Ferrari, F40, Autozam, LBWK

Liberty Walk this year unleashed a retro supercar sensation, or heresy depending on which side of the fence you’re on.


The motorsport world suffered a tremendous loss last year with the passing of Ken Block, the daredevil driver who redefined the art of the gymkhana.
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Electrikhana 2 - A Thrilling Farewell to Gymkhana Legend Ken Block

IN Electrikhana 2, Farewell, Gymkhana, Legend, Ken Block, 43

One final gymkhana video was under wraps until now, helmed by the late genius Ken Block. This is Electrikhana 2.


Born in 1983 as the “Tokyo Exciting Car Show,” the now famous Tokyo Auto Salon motorshow has blossomed into the crème de la crème of tuning culture, a must-attend rendezvous for anyone with gasoline in their veins.
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On The Ground: Tokyo Auto Salon 2024

IN On The Ground, Tokyo Auto Salon, 2024, Burnpavement, TAS

Whether you’re into JDM, commercial vehicles, or the latest advancements in high-performance automotive tuning, Tokyo Auto Salon has everything to satisfy your automotive cravings.


Porsche's lap record for its Taycan Turbo S on the Nurburgring Nordschleife was 7 minutes and 7.55 seconds, set by Porsche development driver Lars Kern in August 2022 in a current-generation vehicle with the performance package. On 2 January 2024, Lars walloped his own lap time in a pre-series next-generation Taycan Turbo S by an eye-watering 26 seconds, making this the fastest electric car from Zuffenhausen!
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Taycan Turbo S Smashes PREVIOUS Nurburgring Lap TIME

IN 26 seconds, Faster, Lap time, Nordschleife, Nurburgring, Porsche, Pre-series, Quicker, Ripped through, Smashes, Taycan Turbo S

Pre-series Taycan Turbo S ripped through the Nordschleife 26 seconds quicker than the current version.


A fresh colour programme is now available for the latest-generation Porsche Panamera. These include but are not limited to Montego Blue Metallic, Ice Grey Metallic, Lugano Blue and Madeira Gold Metallic. Madeira Gold Metallic, for example, is a warm, cognac-hued colour tone that evokes a golden autumn. Subtle effect pigments create a metallic brilliance and underline the overall effect of high performance and elegance.
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How New Paint Colours for the Porsche Panamera Are Made

IN Are made, Available, Even more variety, How, New paint, New paint colours, New paints, Porsche, Porsche Panamera

All new paint colours for the latest Panamera are available for even more variety.



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