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World's First 6x6 Rolls-Royce Is a Contraption That Should Have Never Existed

8 May 2024, 15:23 UTC · By: Elena Luchian / There is a firm that saw more than just luxury and elegance in the Rolls-Royce Phantom and modded it accordingly. Here is the first-ever Phantom 6x6

Confirmed: Refreshed Rivian R1 Models Don't Come With a NACS Charge Port Yet

8 May 2024, 14:46 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / People expected to see the refreshed R1T and R1S fitted with a NACS charge port, but recent prototypes show that Rivian will stick with the CCS plugs for now

Google Found a Way to Improve Google Maps Navigation During Bad Weather

8 May 2024, 13:20 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company has recently patented a new system to provide the driver with "enhanced navigation instructions under difficult driving conditions"

Google Found a Way to Improve Google Maps Navigation During Bad Weather

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American Billionaire Takes Delivery of the 'Kismet' Megayacht, His Third So Far

8 May 2024, 12:36 UTC · By: Elena Gorgan / Formerly known as Project Jag, Kismet was built by Lurssen and is already available for charter. Ownership by Shahid Khan has also been confirmed

Tesla Cybertruck Gets Rusty Wrap, Looks Like a Barn Find

8 May 2024, 12:07 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Created by LuXe Concepts, the wrap turns the shiny Cybertruck into a corroded vehicle that seemingly spent decades outside.

Most Powerful Production Porsche Is So Insane It Needs to Pace Formula E Cars to Cool Off

8 May 2024, 11:46 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / German carmaker Porsche announced two of its brand new Taycan Turbo GT EVs wil pace Formula E races starting with the doubleheader in Berlin

Digital Alfa Romeo Giulia HEV Likes Junior; Virtually Turns Into a Next-Gen CGI 'Mother'

8 May 2024, 11:34 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / Dimas Ramadhan, the virtual automotive artist behind the "Digimods DESIGN" channel on YT, has taken up the task of CGI-revealing the next Giulia as an HEV

Rare Porsches Took Over New York City, Macan EV Drove VIPs to the Met Gala

8 May 2024, 11:05 UTC · By: Elena Luchian / The guests of the 2024 Met Gala were the first to experience the all-new, all-electric Porsche Macan, the first official electric car of the event

Rivian Could Build 155,000 R2 SUVs per Year at Its Illinois Factory, but There's a Problem

8 May 2024, 10:29 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Rivian allocated 155,000 units of its Normal factory's capacity for the R2 production, but the bottleneck is the only paint shop at the factory

The Captivating Story of the First-Gen Mustang Wagon That Never Was

8 May 2024, 10:03 UTC · By: Vlad Radu / Built in Italy by Intermeccanica and conceived by three American enthusiasts, this 1966 Mustang Wagon is probably the biggest "what if?" of the first generation

Updated Land Rover Defender Welcomes 110 Sedona Edition and D350 Into the Fold

8 May 2024, 09:52 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / The global rollout of the upgraded 2024 Land Rover Defender has begun in Europe, at home in the UK, and Australia - the characteristics are identical, it seems

1,050-HP Dodge Hellcat Races McLaren 570S, Absolute Destruction Is Unsurprising

8 May 2024, 09:18 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / The good folks over at the racing-focused 'ImportRace' channel on YouTube are not at their usual venue - Island Dragway in Great Meadows, New Jersey

2026 Chevy Malibu Morphs Into a Digital PHEV Crossover For 10th Generation Changeover

8 May 2024, 08:01 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / Vince Burlapp (aka 'vburlapp' on social media) is a prolific virtual artist who loves to dream of all the latest models across the wide-ranging automotive realm

Refreshed 2025 Nissan Frontier Gets Rendered, the Focus Is on the Interior Changes

8 May 2024, 07:18 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / The "Halo oto" channel on YT provides fresh automotive info corroborated with their virtual designs; now, there are new CGI ideas about the upcoming Frontier

Lewis Hamilton Made Kylie Jenner Scream, She Instantly Regretted Getting in a Car With Him

8 May 2024, 07:45 UTC · By: Elena Luchian / Kylie Jenner screamed in shock while Lewis Hamilton pushed the limits of the Mercedes-AMG GT R on the race track in Miami

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Three Different EHang eVTOLs Complete Multiple Autonomous Flights in Abu Dhabi

8 May 2024, 06:57 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The Chinese EH216-S, EH216-L, and EH216-F demonstrated pilotless flights in Abu Dhabi, the first of their kind in the UAE

The Goldstein Tiny House Is a Custom Unit That Throws the Rule Book Out the Window

8 May 2024, 06:17 UTC · By: Elena Gorgan / Designed by an architect and built by Nook Tiny Homes, this unit is a good example of how you can turn make even the most compact space into a home

Race Car Driver’s Former Custom Superyacht Grabbed for Nearly $30 Million

8 May 2024, 05:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Former Ferrari race car driver ordered his fourth custom Benetti before the third was even completed, and that third yacht only increased in value

Waze Wants Users To Be More Zen, New Navigation Voice, Car Icon, and Moods Available

8 May 2024, 04:54 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google recently reminded Waze users that its partnership with Headspace continues so they can enjoy a calmer experience behind the wheel

Apple Expands Essential Apple Maps Feature, Catching Up Google Maps Now a Priority

8 May 2024, 04:26 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Cupertino-based iPhone maker has expanded cycling routes to the Netherlands; Apple has no option but to invest in Apple Maps more aggressively

Everybody Wants This 1967 Chevy Camaro "Rust Bucket" Edition, Selling for Pocket Money

8 May 2024, 03:42 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 1967 Camaro that looks like it has trouble staying in one piece landed online to look for a new owner; the bidding is already fierce

Douglas 1211-J: A Bonkers American Bomber Design With Parasite Fighters Under its Wings

8 May 2024, 03:44 UTC · By: Benny Kirk / In no other scenario would a design as bat-you-know-what crazy as the Douglas 1211-J bomber even become conceptualized as the very early Cold War.

Elderberry Tiny House Strikes the Perfect Balance Between Homey Vibes and Stark Minimalism

7 May 2024, 22:48 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / This lovely tiny home on wheels integrates various smart design solutions that maximize the functionality and style of the living space

Too Rare To Pass? 53k-Mile 1972 Trans Am Sports Expensive Factory Option

7 May 2024, 22:34 UTC · By: Razvan Calin / What would the right price be for an authentic pony car that had one repaint and retains its original interior and powertrain?

Rocket on Wheels: This 1966 Chevy Nova Is Crazy Fast, Flexes 502 Horsepower

7 May 2024, 22:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 1966 Nova fitted with a crate 502-horsepower engine needs a new home; the car looks fantastic and doesn't require anything

This 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Hides a Big Secret Under the SS Tags

7 May 2024, 21:06 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 1965 Chevelle SS, whose engine has already been rebuilt, flexes many original parts, albeit it wasn't born as a true Super Sport

Doctor Orders a Tesla Cybertruck and Wraps It in Neon Green To Match His Ram 1500 TRX

7 May 2024, 21:08 UTC · By: Elena Luchian / This man wrapped his brand-new Tesla Cybertruck in neon green. He has a soft spot for the shade as he also has his Ram 1500 TRX wrapped in it

The Upcoming Robotaxi Could Make or Break Tesla, but Not for the Reasons Musk Thought

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2025 Volkswagen California T7 Camper Van Goes Live With Hybrid Oomph, MQB Underpinnings

7 May 2024, 19:52 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / The T7 Multivan has been joined by the T7 California for model year 2025, with prices to be confirmed for European markets in June 2024

Quirky 1962 Dodge Dart Flexes Custom Paint, Nasty Surprise Under the Hood

7 May 2024, 21:22 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / A controversial design, the 1962 Dodge Dart is a desirable classic nowadays. But this 440-powered example is proof some cars are getting the love they deserve.

2024 Genesis G80 and G90 Luxury Sedans Earn Top Safety Pick+ Awards From the IIHS

7 May 2024, 18:25 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / The G80 and G90 may not be perfect in terms of safety, but even so, they're good enough for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's most coveted of awards

The $600 Million Question: Why Is Bill Gates Selling His Hydrogen-Powered Megayacht?

7 May 2024, 17:33 UTC · By: Elena Gorgan / Feadship launched Project 821 with the hope to set a new industry trend, and the megayacht simultaneously listed for sale. Why is Gates ditching it?

Boating Deal of the Month: This 81-Foot Ship Can Be Yours for Just $350K per Owner

7 May 2024, 17:25 UTC · By: Cristian Curmei / This yacht was built in 2014 and came with 1,700 hours of use, rendering it rather fresh and young for a ship of this nature; it's currently selling for $2.8M

Iowa Dealer Refuses To Sell 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor for MSRP, Now They're Stuck With It

7 May 2024, 17:07 UTC · By: Sergiu Tudose / This 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor features a twin turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine with 35 miles on the clock, plus an MSRP of $57,065

This British 1964 Double-Decker Bus With Bar and Restaurant Inside Sold for Nearly $200K

7 May 2024, 17:11 UTC · By: Cristian Curmei / This double-decker restaurant and bar is built upon a Routemaster bus from 1964 that was used on the streets of London until brought to America in the 90s

This "Questionable Surprise" Costs $2,500 and Wants To Be a Mini Cooper but Never Will

7 May 2024, 16:51 UTC · By: Cristian Curmei / This electric Mini Cooper wannabee city car is capable of seating four people and is powered by a 1,500 W motor; it's selling for as little as $2,500

This Custom Sprinter Camper Van Conversion Makes Off-Grid Adventuring a Piece of Cake

7 May 2024, 16:30 UTC · By: Mircea Mazuru / A well-equipped kitchen, a spacious bed, and an aesthetically pleasing living space are some of the things you'll find inside this tiny home on wheels.

Hennessey VelociRaptorR 1000 Super Truck Goes Into Production, Looks So Vicious

7 May 2024, 16:35 UTC · By: Elena Luchian / The Hennessey VelociRaptorR 1000 Super Truck has just gone into production. The tuning house took it all the way to over 1,000 horsepower

Rivian R1T Is No Better Than the Tesla Cybertruck at Protecting Your Fingers

7 May 2024, 16:11 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After the Cybertruck frunk drama, Rivian owners who tested the R1T's anti-pinch protection discovered that their EV is no better

So Frustrating! How Waze Turned a Two-Hour Drive Into a Horrible Adventure

7 May 2024, 16:05 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / My number one navigation app malfunctioned in the most awful way, turning a regular driving experience into a tiring and dangerous adventure

Fake It 'Til You Make It: BMW Puts M Lipstick on the 5 Series Wagons – Pass or Take?

7 May 2024, 15:31 UTC · By: Razvan Calin / With the M Performance Parts offer, the new line of premium station wagons from the Bavarian giant gets sportier looks and more stopping power

This 1977 Trans Am Spent Its Entire Life With the Same Family, Internet Detectives Needed

7 May 2024, 15:24 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A family-owned 1977 Trans Am is a project that looks "very" doable, already flexing several new parts, including a carburetor and gas tank

Alvia Superyacht Is Brimming With Luxury Amenities Like a Sports Court and Wellness Center

7 May 2024, 14:50 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Construction of this custom luxury superyacht took five years. Feadship finally delivered the yacht to its owner at the Royal Van Lent shipyard in Amsterdam

Yellow 1970 Ford Mustang Is No Lemon, Packs Numbers-Matching Boss 302 V8

7 May 2024, 13:42 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / A nicely restored example, this 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 packs all the race-ready goodies you'd expect to find on a limited-edition Mustang.

This 1959 Chevrolet Impala Hopes You Like Small Blocks, Needs Minor TLC

7 May 2024, 13:37 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 1959 Chevy Impala that has already received major work, including an engine upgrade, needs a new owner and only minor TLC

Rolls-Royce Unveils Cullinan Series II With Spirit, Whispers, and Fresh Clock Cabinet

7 May 2024, 13:10 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / Rolls-Royce presents a subtle refresh of the best-selling Cullinan. Named Cullinan Series II, of course, the ultra-luxury super-SUV is a looker, as always

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