Volkswagen Group is implementing an immediate, sweeping restructuring plan to reduce its global model portfolio by up to 50 percent and slash optional equipment configurations by 75 percent. The conglomerate, which oversees brands including Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen, is also capping annual production capacity at nine million vehicles to prioritize high-margin, high-value products in response … Read more
Ferrari has debuted the 12Cilindri Manuale, a limited-production flagship featuring a “Manuale By-Wire” system. This technology utilizes a physical clutch pedal and a gated shifter to control an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, offering drivers a simulated manual experience without sacrificing the performance of a modern gearbox. How does the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale’s “Manuale By-Wire” system work? … Read more
The beaded motif, a hallmark of Van Cleef & Arpels, is evolving from a purely decorative element into a structural foundation for high-end jewelry design. According to the Maison’s archives, the golden bead has transitioned from experimental post-war accents in the late 1940s to the primary structural component of the Perlée collection, which launched in … Read more
Mercedes-Benz plans to enter the U.S. luxury van market by 2028, introducing a multi-tier lineup including the VLE and the ultra-luxury VLS Maybach. Built on a dedicated electric platform, these vehicles aim to challenge American perceptions of vans by offering high-end materials, advanced MBUX technology, and a focus on rear-passenger comfort, according to reports from … Read more
Gordon Murray Automotive will debut the first customer-delivered T.50s Niki Lauda track-only supercar at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. According to company officials, the 761-horsepower machine, chassis number one, will perform a demonstration run up the event’s famous hill climb. The vehicle is the first of 25 limited-edition units, each carrying a $3 million starting … Read more
Maserati will refresh its core lineup—the GranTurismo coupe, GranCabrio convertible, and Grecale SUV—for the 2027 model year with updated front-end styling, interior material refinements, and improved battery management systems for electric Folgore variants. According to company specifications, the Trofeo performance models will see a power increase to 582 horsepower, while the Folgore electric range will … Read more
The Bovensiepen 05 GT, a new performance wagon based on the BMW M5 Touring, marks a significant shift in the legacy of the Buchloe-based firm previously known as Alpina. Designed by Frank Stephenson, the 05 GT delivers 790 horsepower and 811 pound-feet of torque, retailing for €198,900—a €51,700 premium over the standard BMW M5 Touring, … Read more
Porsche and Pixar have collaborated to create three one-off 911 models inspired by Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear, the lead characters from the Toy Story franchise. According to Porsche, the trio features bespoke hand-painted exteriors, custom interiors, and unique character-specific details developed by the brand’s Sonderwunsch division. The vehicles will be auctioned as a set, … Read more
Prada is making its first major move into the space industry by partnering with Axiom Space to develop the Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment for NASA astronauts. This collaboration shifts the brand from using space as an aesthetic inspiration to creating functional, high-tech apparel for lunar exploration. What is the Prada-Axiom Space partnership? On Sunday, … Read more
The Koenigsegg One:1, widely recognized as the world’s first “megacar,” is set to cross the auction block at RM Sotheby’s The Tegernsee event on July 6, 2026. Experts estimate the rare 2015 model, chassis number 7108, will fetch between €8 million and €10 million ($9 million to $11.5 million) due to its extreme scarcity and … Read more