STUTTGART (April 25, 2025) – On April 28, 1975 a one-off Porsche 917 race car left the Weissach development center. It headed not for a track – like every 917 before – but instead, and for the very first time, it took to public roads. Continue reading
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BICESTER, U.K. (April 24, 2025) – The Hagerty Hill Climb returns to Shelsley Walsh to celebrate 120 years of this historic motorsport course. Taking place on Saturday 17th May, this highlight of the motoring calendar promises the best motorsport action and a wonderful family day out. One of the oldest motorsport events in the world, Shelsley Walsh has been hosting its hill climb since 1905 and is the only one to still use its original course. Continue reading
GOODWOOD, U.K. (April 24, 2025) – Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presents its latest Bespoke commission, Black Badge Cullinan Daisy – a striking one-of-one Black Badge Cullinan Series II reflecting the commissioning client’s love of hiking and the outdoors. Drawing inspiration from a field of daisies on the client’s favorite trail in the High Tatras mountains, Black Badge Cullinan Daisy represents resilience and perseverance – much like a daisy that thrives in a variety of conditions. Commissioned by an individual who built their success in the outdoor and adventure equipment sector, Black Badge Cullinan Daisy symbolises their path to success. Continue reading
Cadillac has confirmed the OPTIQ has earned the V-Series badge. The 2026 OPTIQ-V will be part of Cadillac’s fifth generation of the V-Series portfolio, elevating the brand’s performance offering. Building on OPTIQ’s agile drive, Cadillac engineers delivered a unique package prioritizing precision, dynamic suspension and tight steering for an exhilarating driving experience.
SHANGHAI (April 23, 2025) – The all-new 2026 Lexus ES was unveiled at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition today, introducing an eighth generation of the global luxury sedan. Both the hybrid and the first ES battery electric vehicle (BEVs) models will be offered in a line-up that will also include front- and all-wheel drive options. Continue reading
Sonoma, Calif. (April 23, 2025) – Velocity Invitational, America’s premier luxury motorsports festival, announced its decision to postpone the 2025 event due to the current economic climate impacting multiple elements of the event. The sixth annual event, which was originally scheduled for June 6-8 at Sonoma Raceway, will be rescheduled for next year. Continue reading
ATLANTA (April 23, 2025) – Porsche is introducing the 911 Spirit 70, the third 911 in a series of limited production Heritage Design models that pay tribute to the past. The latest model celebrates the 1970s and early 1980s. A total of 1,500 examples will be offered globally, following in the footsteps of the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition and the 911 Sport Classic. The 911 Spirit 70 takes advantage of the latest high-performance powertrain and chassis technology from Porsche by using the 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet with rear-wheel drive as its basis. Thus, it shares the same standard equipment as the new 911 GTS models including the high-voltage system, eTurbo, electric motor and 3.6-liter flat-six engine developing a total system output of 532 hp and 449 lb.-ft. of torque. Continue reading
With final preparations underway for the third annual Air|Water Driven by Mobil 1 event on April 26 in Costa Mesa, CA, we can share more details about the many activations and vehicles visitors can expect. Continue reading
LONDON (April 22, 1015) – Broad Arrow, a Hagerty company, will be auctioning two unique McLaren supercars with exceptional provenance at its inaugural Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Auction on 24-25 May 2025. Continue reading
SHANGHAI/STUTTGART (April 22, 2025) – The introduction of the modular, flexible and scalable Van Electric Architecture (VAN.EA) will usher in a new era starting in 2026. With it, Mercedes-Benz is redefining the privately positioned van and taking it into the luxury segment with a special focus on the “Private Lounge”. The future model portfolio will range from practical, entry-segment family vehicles and exclusive VIP shuttles to luxurious limousines with an enormous amount of space, each in line with different customer requirements. By expanding the top-end of its model portfolio, Mercedes-Benz Vans is defining a unique segment of its own that bestows true greatness to automotive luxury. Continue reading