LONDON, U.K. (June 10, 2024) – Lotus has announced its first electric hyper-GT, Emeya, has achieved a record-breaking charging time using the public charging network. The car is capable of charging from 10 to 80 percent in 14 minutes, using a 400-kW (600A capable) DC fast charger1, making it one of the fastest charging electric vehicles (EVs) available today. Continue reading
LE MANS (June 10, 2024) – Aston Martin’s new Vantage GT3 is all set to make its debut in the world’s most famous endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, this weekend (15-16 June), as the ultra-luxury British sportscar manufacturer targets an incredible 20th class victory at the event. Continue reading
SANT’AGATA BOLOGNESE (June 10, 2024) – Lamborghini Iron Lynx will embark on the most significant race in its history this weekend as it prepares to fight for outright honors at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with a pair of Lamborghini SC63 LMDh prototypes in round four of the FIA World Endurance Championship. Continue reading
MUNICH (June 10, 2024) – At the world’s most famous road race event, BMW M 1000 RR riders dominated the races for 1000cc motorcycles. At the 2024 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, they celebrated a triple 1-2 finish. In all three 1000cc races held, there were three wins and second places for the BMW M 1000 RR. The man of the week was Davey Todd (GBR), who first won the Superstock race and then claimed victory in the prestigious Senior TT. Peter Hickman (GBR) was victorious in the Superbike race. These two, along with Josh Brookes (AUS), also took second places on the podiums. With this, the BMW road racers continued the success story for the brand on the Isle of Man, which began exactly 85 years ago with the first victory by Georg Meier. Continue reading
LE MANS (June 7, 2024) – BMW M Motorsport embarks on the most spectacular racing week of the year with the slogan “BMW M is back at Le Mans”. Exactly 25 years after the victory of the BMW V12 LMR, the start of the BMW M Hybrid V8 in the Hypercar class marks the return of the BMW brand to the top category at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans (FRA). The #20 BMW M Hybrid V8 will play a very special role as it competes as the 20th BMW Art Car. Designed by the internationally renowned artist Julie Mehretu, the car will be a highlight in the paddock. In the LMGT3 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), two BMW M4 GT3s will compete for victory at the Circuit de la Sarthe. Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (June 6, 2024) – Today, FIAT announced the brand’s next drop for the all-electric 500e, the new Fiat 500e Inspired By Los Angeles model. Joining the (500e)RED edition and the Inspired By Beauty and Inspired By Music models, the new 500e Inspired By Los Angeles brings another unique variation to the all-electric 500e, one influenced by an iconic west coast American metropolis, the City of Angels. Continue reading
LONDON (June 6, 2024) – The London Concours – the capital’s ultimate summer automotive garden party – has crowned its Best in Show winner for 2024 in front of record crowds at the Honourable Artillery Company. An ultra-rare, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo SE30 prototype, was awarded this year’s coveted main prize, coming out on top in a field of over 80 exquisite motor cars – from blue-chip classics to modern day hypercars and motorsport legends. Set in a five-acre oasis of green close to Bank, the event’s eighth edition has played host to the most incredible collection of vehicles ever gathered in the City. Continue reading
Mate Rimac first started Rimac Automobili in 2009 with the dream of building an all-electric hypercar. Now, 15 years later, he has taken delivery of his very own Nevera, the car that wears his name, and represents the very incarnation of his original vision of ultimate performance. Continue reading
The pioneer of driving pleasure in the premium compact segment is entering its fourth model generation. With a dynamic design presence, a completely revised drive portfolio and extensively improved chassis technology, the new BMW 1 Series has sharpened its profile as the sportiest vehicle in the competitive environment. Highly efficient engines with 48-volt mild hybrid technology and a production process designed to conserve resources and recycle materials optimize sustainability throughout the entire product life cycle. Its progressive character is also reflected in the redesigned interior, an extended range of automated driving and parking systems, the new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and innovative digital services based on BMW Operating System 9. Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (June 5, 2024) – The Mopar team continues its annual, limited-production, factory-vehicle customization program with a new special-edition model. This year, 250 units of the world’s most off-road capable midsize truck will be built with distinct and exclusive content to create the Mopar ’24 Jeep® Gladiator. Continue reading