The first series production 911 with a turbo engine was destined to be a birthday present for the grande dame of the Porsche and Piëch family in 1974. In addition to fast cars, Louise Piëch loved hunting and painting. She was also an extremely successful businesswoman. Continue reading
Twice a year, the Pantone Color Institute publishes the Pantone Fashion Color Trend Report, its preview of popular and innovative colors that provides important stimuli for the world of design and fashion. In the latest issue for New York Fashion Week (NYFW, September 6 – 11, 2024), Pantone presents Turbonite – the first time the report has featured a customized color from an automotive brand. Since the end of 2023, Porsche has been sharpening the look of its Turbo derivatives with this elegant metallic grey tone. The sports car manufacturer and the colour specialist will celebrate the publication of ‘The Story of Turbonite’ with a high-profile event ahead of NYFW. Continue reading
LAKEVILLE, Conn. (September 5, 2024) — Sacrilege Motors, a bespoke performance, restoration, and electric-conversion studio, is proud to be invited back to The Bridge to participate in their invitation-only annual exhibition of classic and racing automobiles. Hosted on the beautiful private golf club that sits on the hallowed grounds of the original Bridgehampton Race Circuit, The Bridge has become one of the hottest tickets on the collector and enthusiast car calendar. Continue reading
RESTON, Va. (September 5, 2024) – Audi of America today announced an extensive freshening for the 2025 Audi A3 and S3 sedans, with all models arriving with standard quattro® all-wheel drive. The 2025 A3 becomes more appealing, more comfortable, and more digital than ever, thanks to its sharpened exterior design, extended standard equipment, new interior materials and access to the Audi app store that permits popular apps to be loaded directly into Audi’s Multimedia Interface (MMI). The S3 sees substantial increases in performance with added power, chassis upgrades, and the addition of an advanced torque splitter – first introduced for the Nürburgring lap-record holding RS 3.
Sharpened exterior elevates A3 and S3 design Following a major redesign for the 2022 model year, the 2025 A3 family receives a compelling exterior redesign update, which includes the new laser etched B-pillar badging strategy, two new wheels, and new front and rear LED lighting designs. Also new is an updated front fascia with a new frameless front grille design, and a more pronounced rear diffuser. Continue reading
BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT/PARIS, France (September 5, 2024) – Since 2021, Renault has presented a number of unique creative projects that take a fresh look at its exceptional heritage and the emblematic models that are now part of popular culture. Continue reading
MUNICH (September 5, 2024) – BMW plans to launch its first-ever series production fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) in 2028, thereby offering customers an additional all-electric powertrain option with zero local emissions in a BMW. The BMW Group and the Toyota Motor Corporation are pooling their innovative strength and their technological capabilities to bring a new generation of fuel cell powertrain technology to the roads. Both companies share the aspiration of advancing the hydrogen economy and have extended their collaboration to push this locally zero-emission technology to the next level. Continue reading
MONACO (Sptemebr 4, 2024) – Aston Martin’s Aramco Formula 1® Team driver, Fernando Alonso, took to the streets of Monaco today, following delivery of his Aston Martin Valkyrie; the ultimate hypercar, a true F1® car for the road. Continue reading
RESTON, Va., (September 4, 2024) – Audi of America today announced the availability of a new Nardo Sport Edition package for the 2025 S6 4-door sedan and 2025 S7 5-door liftback. Inspired by Audi Sport, the new package adds an exclusive exterior color and unique interior designs to form a subtle yet purposeful palette. The Nardo Sport Edition enhances the sporting appeal of the potent S models, each of which are propelled by a 444-horsepower, 2.9L biturbo TFSI® V6 and quattro® all-wheel drive. Continue reading
Having sold out its initial print run in 2019 and with hundreds of back orders, Steve Saxty has released a new, limited edition 500 copy run of “The Cars You Always Promised Yourself’. Available now, this larger format edition charts the evolution of Ford’s most desirable coupes including the Capri, Puma, XR and RS Sierra. Spanning 336 pages, it features a soft feel cover and custom-commissioned double-page renders of cars such as Henry Ford’s unique RS2000 alongside fascinating insight from the original designers. Intended for enthusiasts who didn’t manage to secure one of the first run, signed copies are available, as a twin set with RS Icons, for $114.00 from www.stevesaxty.com. Continue reading
VENICE, Italy (September 3, 2024) – Aston Martin last night heralded the arrival of Vanquish, its new V12 flagship sports car set to redefine driving dynamism for a new generation of drivers. Continue reading