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BMW

BMW International Open: Langer optimistic, just about all the highest German execs to play in Munich.

Munich. Bernhard Langer has his sights set firmly on the thirty fifth BMW International Open (third to seventh July 2024, Golfclub München Eichenried). Having undergone a profitable operation on the Achilles harm he suffered working towards in February, the two-time Masters champion, six-time Ryder Cup winner, and most profitable participant within the historical past of the PGA Tour Champions, says: “It feels good to be back on the golf course and practicing my short game. I am confident that I will be able to tee off at the BMW International Open in July as planned. I am very much looking forward to the iconic tournament in my native Bavaria.”

Golf followers wishing to present the 66-year-old a worthy send-off at his closing occasion on the DP World Tour (DPWT) usually are not the one ones hoping that Langer is ready to tee off at his residence occasion. The similar might be mentioned of the opposite high German gamers, who all wish to share the course with this distinctive sportsman, who has accomplished a lot for golf in Germany. With this in thoughts, Nick Bachem, Alex Cejka, the one German winner of the BMW International Open Martin Kaymer, Max Kieffer, Hurly Long, Jeremy and Yannik Paul, Matti Schmid, Marcel Schneider and Freddy Schott have all introduced that they are going to be enjoying on the 35th anniversary event. Stephan Jäger, who just lately claimed his maiden PGA TOUR title on the Texas Children’s Houston Open, will – like Marcel Siem – determine over the course of the season whether or not or not he’ll tee off at his residence membership.

After a one-year break, Kaymer returns for the 35th staging of the event, which he received again in 2008 to develop into the youngest champion – a document he nonetheless holds to at the present time. The two-time main winner says: “It fills me with a lot of joy to announce that I will be playing The BMW International Open in Germany, one of my all time favorite events, this year in Munich. I did fall in love with the course since I won there in 2008 and I’m looking forward to celebrate Bernhard Langer’s career and be part of his last tournament on the DP World Tour.”

In Alex Cejka, one in all Langer’s longest companions will make the journey from the USA to Munich. The three-time main winner on the PGA Tour Champions and reigning Senior Open champion at all times enjoys coming residence for the BMW International Open, with which he has numerous connections.

Max Kieffer, who completed third final 12 months and narrowly missed out on the title in Munich, can be wanting ahead to the 35th BMW International Open. “This is the tournament I am most looking forward to this season. Particularly after I came so close to winning it last year. That was a really special week,” says the 33-year-old. “You never know what might happen in golf, but it would be a dream to win on German soil this year.”

For the primary time because the 2016 BMW International Open, Jeremy and Yannik Paul will each tee off on the prestigious German event. Playing on the similar occasion is a uncommon deal with for the twins. Jeremy, who’s one minute older than his brother, performs on the Korn Ferry Tour, on which he received his first event in January. Yannik ended final season on the DP World Tour as the highest German within the Race to Dubai in a powerful 22nd place.

Hurly Long and Nick Bachem have been 57th and 59th within the end-of-season rating to efficiently safe their DPWT tour playing cards for this season – as did Siem (24th) Kieffer (65th), Matti Schmid (74th), who additionally performs on the PGA TOUR, and Marcel Schneider (90th).

Freddy Schott held his nerve to win Qualifying School and earn his present tour card within the autumn. The 22-year-old says: “The tournaments in Germany are the highlights of my season and I am already looking forward to the German fans in Munich. Although I am still new to the DP World Tour, I would like to leave a lasting and positive mark on the impressive history of this tournament.”

So, in the case of homegrown gamers, the 35th BMW International Open leaves nothing to be desired. The high worldwide golfers on show at Golfclub München Eichenried will likely be introduced at a later date.


Tickets for the 35th BMW International Open can be found at www.bmw-golfsport.com/tickets

Motorsport

The 2025 Nissan Kicks Finally Gets All-Wheel Drive

When we first noticed camouflaged prototypes of the next-generation Nissan Kicks in July 2023, we knew vital adjustments had been coming to Nissan’s small crossover. Now, the covers are lifted and we’re handled to a really symmetrical design that is a little bit greater and packs an incredible punch. Say hey to the 2025 Nissan Kicks.

Right away, you will discover Nissan’s signature V-Motion grille is gone. In reality, there is not a single reference to V-Motion anyplace within the Kicks press launch. Look carefully on the new face, nevertheless, and you will see vestiges of the previous design language. The openings on the bladed grille slant inwards, culminating in a ridge atop the fascia. At the highest, slender headlights additionally angle downwards on the internal edges. It’s a really clear, squarish look that extends rearward with a excessive, straight beltline.

2025 Nissan Kicks
2025 Nissan Kicks
2025 Nissan Kicks

Things are a bit extra fascinating on the again. Nissan retains the floating roof motif with an accessible two-tone look, and the Kicks “kink” within the pillar remains to be there too. It provides solution to a much less blocky rear gate with outstanding vertical taillights mounted excessive on the corners. Overall, it is a very totally different look in comparison with the outgoing Kicks. The new model has a bigger, extra upright look.

It’s not simply an look, both. Nissan says the 2025 Kicks is larger, although actual specs aren’t accessible but. We’re advised there’s simply over an inch extra shoulder room for entrance and rear passengers, with these within the again getting slightly below an additional inch for knees. With the rear seats up you get 30 extra cubic ft of cargo area, or 60 extra cubes with them folded. Nissan says the area is best-in-class, and the rear opening area of 40.3 inches can also be listed as best-in-class.

2025 Nissan Kicks

Space actually issues in a small SUV, however we suspect occupants might be extra within the Kicks’ digital improve. The new inside is radically totally different due to a pair of show screens for the motive force middle infotainment system. That middle display screen measures as much as 12.3 inches, with a 7-inch display screen put in as normal. It controls an array of tech that features non-obligatory 360-degree surround-view cameras and an accessible Bose 10-speaker sound system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are constructed into the system.

Underneath all of it, you will discover a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque, managed by a CVT. And for the primary time, you may ship that energy to all 4 wheels with Nissan’s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system. Thus outfitted, Nissan provides a snow mode that’s designed particularly for all-paw efficiency on slippery surfaces.

2025 Nissan Kicks
2025 Nissan Kicks

Further aiding drivers are options equivalent to automated emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, rear automated braking, and lane departure warnings, all a part of Nissan’s standard-issue Safety Shield 360 System. Step as much as the SR trim and you will get ProPilot that provides steering help. Nissan is eager to say that is additionally a primary for the Kicks.

How a lot will all this price? Nissan is not prepared to debate pricing however guarantees data will come earlier than the on-sale date later this summer season. For reference, the 2024 Kicks begins at $22,440, together with the vacation spot charge. With the hefty design adjustments and energy enhance, it is secure to imagine the 2025 Kicks will begin someplace within the mid-$20,000 vary.

Motorsport

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron: This Is It

The new Audi Q6 E-Tron is lastly right here. Following our take a look at of a near-production Q6 E-Tron prototype in July 2023 and reveal of the handsome cockpit with all its digital screens, we lastly have all the main points.

Under the pores and skin of the Q6 E-Tron is Audi’s Premium Platform Electric structure, shared with the Porsche Macan EV and used right here for the primary time with Audi badging. It’s an 800-volt system incorporating two electrical motors with bias in direction of the rear in each energy and automobile weight. At launch there are two trims—Q6 and the performance-focused SQ6—each utilizing the identical 100-kWh (94.9-kWh web) battery pack. Sportback trims will come later, and a rear-wheel-drive model with an extended vary can also be within the works.

2025 Audi SQ6 E-Tron
Audi Q6 e-tron (2024)
Audi Q6 e-tron (2024)

Buyers in North America will take pleasure in a mixed 422 horsepower from the Q6 E-Tron, a modest 40-hp bump versus the mannequin bought in Europe. The sportier SQ6 will get 483 hp. With launch management activated output rises to 456 hp within the Q6 and 510 hp within the SQ6 for higher acceleration. Audi says the Q6 can attain 60 mph in roughly 5.0 seconds utilizing launch management, and if you happen to step as much as the SQ6, the time drops to 4.2 seconds.

Audi supplies an EPA estimate of 300 miles for the usual Q6 E-Tron; estimates for the SQ6 aren’t obtainable simply but. But with each trims utilizing the identical battery, it is secure to imagine it’s going to have a bit much less vary when it is made official later this yr. Of better curiosity is the Q6 E-Tron’s 800-volt charging functionality; it may possibly go from 10 to 80 p.c in 21 minutes hooked to a DC quick charger, pulling 270 kW.

Audi says the PPE structure is purpose-built to maximise electrical packaging whereas delivering stout driving dynamics. The management arms are positioned in entrance of suspension arms for higher battery positioning. The steering rack is mounted to a subframe to assist improve management. And to benefit from all that, Audi suits wider tires on the again of the Q6.

We skilled this firsthand after we drove the Q6 E-Tron prototype. Despite a chassis that was solely “60 percent” tuned on the time, we discovered the SUV to be properly balanced in turns whereas providing a cushty journey. The SQ6 was sharper nonetheless, and now that Audi has issues absolutely dialed in, we’re understandably curious to pattern the ultimate product.

2025 Audi SQ6 E-Tron
Audi A6 e-tron (2024)
Audi A6 e-tron (2024)

While efficiency and energy are actually a part of Audi’s PPE story, the superior know-how baked into the SUV is arguably extra essential. The Q6 E-Tron’s E3 (End-to-End Electronic) structure is a built-in assistant that depends on AI to not simply handle the varied Android-based programs, however to supply proactive recommendations based mostly on realized behaviors over time. There’s even an avatar for the AI that exhibits on the middle 14.5-inch show or within the elective augmented-reality heads-up show.


Motorsport

After Nearly Three Years, Lotus Can Finally Sell Emiras In The US

Almost three years after its July, 2021 debut, Lotus can lastly start Emira deliveries within the US. As first spotted by a user on the Lotus Talk forum, and confirmed to Motor1 by a Lotus consultant, the Emira simply obtained certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). This means sellers can lastly ship automobiles to prospects.

As we previously reported, solely 14 US states comply with CARB guidelines, however Lotus did not wish to start gross sales within the 36 non-CARB states beforehand. This was ostensibly to stop prospects there from flipping automobiles to patrons in CARB states, the place the Emira could not be registered. Lotus submitted a brand new Emira V6 powertrain calibration for CARB approval again in January and it was permitted on February twenty ninth.


Technology

Why The U.S. Government Is Fighting To Keep The AM Radio In Your Car

In July 2023, FCC chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel endorsed the Every Vehicle Act invoice, which handed the Committee with assist from Republican in addition to Democrat members. In January 2024, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer proposed that automobiles missing AM radio can have a devoted sticker that claims “Warning: No AM Radio. Vehicle Unsafe in Certain Emergencies.” AM radio has 10s of thousands and thousands of weekly listeners, together with agricultural communities counting on AM stations for getting climate experiences crucial to their enterprise. However, it is public security that has taken priority with regards to vouching for AM radio in automobiles.

In a sternly written letter to automakers, Senator Ed Markey claimed that “broadcast AM radio is irreplaceable,” whereas lambasting these manufacturers for not giving the significance of AM radio kits in automobiles extra consideration. Over half a dozen former FEMA directors additionally wrote to the U.S. Department of Transportation, arguing that if carmakers proceed with their offloading, the “vital public safety system” that’s AM radio will stop to work as supposed.

Lawmakers, alternatively, should not inclined to let it occur. Secretary Buttegeig, a powerful proponent of the AM For Every Vehicle Act, hopes that the rule, if handed, would make it necessary for all autos offered on U.S. soil to supply AM radio performance. The invoice is but to get official approval within the Senate, but it surely boasts robust bipartisan assist. As of February 2024, it has been sponsored by 206 Congress members, with almost equal robust exhibiting from each Republicans and Democrats within the invoice’s favor.

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Kia Seltos Facelift Garners 1 Lakh Bookings, 80,000 Choose The Sunroof Variants

Kia has obtained a mean of 13,500 Seltos bookings since July 2023

Kia Seltos

  • Kia has shared some fascinating insights concerning its bookings milestone for the brand new Seltos.

  • 80 % of Seltos consumers are going for higher-spec variants (HTK+ onwards)

  • 58 % of the overall bookings are for the petrol trims of the Kia Seltos, whereas almost 50 % are selecting the automated variants.

  • When it involves security, 40 % consumers are choosing ADAS-equipped variants of the Kia Seltos.

The Kia Seltos bought a significant facelift in July 2023, with which it not solely bought a contemporary design, but in addition bought new options, improved security, and the choice of a brand new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. Now the overall bookings for the Kia Seltos has crossed the one lakh mark since its launch. On a mean, the facelifted Seltos obtained 13,500 bookings each month throughout this era.

80 Percent Buyers Prefer Higher-spec Variants

According to Kia, 80 % of Seltos consumers desire the better-equipped variants (HTK+ onwards), additionally selecting the SUV variants fitted with the panoramic sunroof. One of the large characteristic updates with the facelift was the introduction of superior driver help methods (ADAS) and Kia has revealed that over 40 % of latest Seltos consumers need this security characteristic.

Also Check Out: Hyundai Creta Facelift Bags Over 51,000 Bookings In A Month

High Demand For Automatic Variants

The Kia Seltos is accessible with three engine choices: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol, 1.5-litre diesel and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol. All three get the selection of an automated transmission and in response to Kia, almost 50 % of all bookings for the brand new Seltos have been for the automated transmission choices. It has additionally been revealed that there’s nonetheless a excessive demand for the diesel powered choice, which accounts for 42 % of the overall bookings to date.

Features & Safety

Kia has outfitted the Seltos with premium options like twin 10.25-inch shows (digital driver’s show and touchscreen infotainment), dual-zone local weather management, and a panoramic sunroof. It additionally will get an air air purifier, ambient lighting, heads-up show, and ventilated entrance seats.

In phrases of security, the Seltos comes with six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), a tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS), a 360-degree digital camera and superior driver help methods (ADAS) like lane preserve help, ahead collision warning, and adaptive cruise management.

Powertrain Details

The engine-wise specs and transmission choices have been detailed under:

Engine

1.5-litre NA Petrol

1.5-litre Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre diesel

Power

115 PS

160 PS

116 PS

Torque

144 Nm

253 Nm

250 Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT / CVT

6-speed iMT / 7-speed DCT

6-speed MT / 6-speed iMT / 6-speed AT

In January 2024, Kia launched the choice of a 6-speed guide transmission with the diesel engine of the Seltos. It is the one SUV in its phase to supply the choice of an iMT setup (guide with out clutch pedal).

Price Range & Rivals

The Kia Seltos is priced between Rs 10.90 lakh and Rs 20.30 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The compact SUV rivals the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Hero Mavrick 440 Is Here To Stand Out From The Single Cylinder Crowd

Back in July 2023, Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson launched the Harley-Davidson X440 in India. Both the worldwide curiosity and the regional success have been seemingly instantaneous. Pre-bookings stuffed up virtually as rapidly as the parents at Hero may snap their fingers, with keen prospects comfortable to place deposits on their own Harley-Davidson X440s just about as quickly as they might be delivered.

Even the inevitable worth hikes after the engaging introduction pricing interval wore off could not deter followers. Although Hero was clear from the beginning that it additionally had plans to develop a Hero-branded bike utilizing the identical TorqX engine that debuted within the Harley-Davidson X440, Harley followers made it clear that they wished their bike. 

Hero has been one of many largest motorbike producers by quantity for years, and you do not get to that measurement by not making bikes that folks wish to journey. It was clear that the Hero Mavrick 440 had some huge expectations to fill. Now that it is lastly right here, how does it dwell as much as the duty?

Engine And Power

Hero Mavrick 440 - Riding

The Hero Mavrick 440 is powered by the air- and oil-cooled 440cc TorqX single-cylinder engine that additionally powers the Harley-Davidson X440. The energy and torque figures stay the identical, with the Mavrick X440 making a claimed 27 brake horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 36 newton-meters (about 26.5 pound-feet) of torque at 4,000 rpm. Bore and stroke are 79.6 mm by 88.4 mm, and the compression ratio is 9.65 to at least one. It’s mated to a six-speed gearbox with an help and slipper clutch.

Chassis

Hero Mavrick 440 - Right Side View

The Mavrick 440 contains a trellis body, a nonadjustable telescopic entrance fork, and twin rear shocks. It rolls on a your selection of a pair of 17-inch alloy or spoked wheels and will get disc brakes entrance and rear. The gasoline tank capability is 13.5 liters (or simply over 3.5 gallons).

Dimensions

Hero Mavrick 440 - Riding 2

Wheelbase is 1,388mm (or 54.64 inches). Length is 2,100mm (or 82.67 inches), width is 868mm (or 34.17 inches), and top is 1,112mm (43.77 inches). Ground clearance is 175mm (or 6.89 inches). Seat top is 803mm (or 31.6 inches). 

Curb weight varies relying on whether or not you select the alloy or the spoked wheel choice. With alloys, the Hero Mavrick 440 suggestions the scales at a claimed 187 kilograms, or about 412.2 kilos. With spoked wheels, the Hero Mavrick 440 weighs in at a claimed 191 kg, or about 421 kilos. If you are involved about unsprung weight, that is not an insignificant weight distinction.

That’s Great, But How Does It Compare To The Harley-Davidson X440?

Hero Mavrick 440 - Front Right Angle View 2
Harley-Davdison Drops Images Of India-Made X440 Ahead Of Launch

So glad you requested. Let’s check out all these dimensions aspect by aspect, we could? For the sake of full readability, please keep in mind that Hero MotoCorp manufactures each of the bikes in query.

  Hero Mavrick 440 Harley-Davidson X440
Wheelbase 1,388mm (54.64 inches) 1,418mm (55.82 inches)
Length 2,100mm (82.67 inches) 2,168mm (85.35 inches)
Ground Clearance 175mm (6.89 inches) 170mm (6.69 inches)
Seat Height 803mm (31.6 inches) 805mm (31.69 inches)
Curb weight 187 to 191 kg, relying on wheels (412 to 421-ish kilos) 190.5 kg (about 420 kilos)

The out there colours, total styling, and sprint shows on each bikes are additionally fully totally different. However, to really expertise the variations between the 2 and the way they suit your driving fashion, your finest wager is to attempt to get a check journey on each bikes should you’re cross-shopping.

Pricing and Availability

While Hero MotoCorp pulled the covers off the Mavrick 440 on January 23, 2024, to this point the corporate solely says that bookings for this bike will open quickly. It hasn’t given a date but, nor has it listed any official pricing data presently. 

If you are enthusiastic about studying extra, there is a kind on the Hero MotoCorp web site that you may fill out along with your particulars to obtain extra data. We’ll embrace it in our Sources so you may test it out and enroll should you’re .

What do you consider the styling of the brand new Hero Mavrick 440? Do you already personal a Harley-Davidson X440? Are you in any respect enthusiastic about cross-shopping these two bikes, or maybe one other machine in opposition to both of those two bikes? Let us know within the feedback.


Hero Mavrick 440 - Right Side View

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BMW

thirty fifth BMW International Open: Bernhard Langer to play on the DP World Tour for the ultimate time on the anniversary match in Munich.

+++ Two-time Masters champion to tee off on the BMW International Open (third to seventh July 2024, GC München Eichenried) +++ German golf legend to make uncommon look in his house nation +++ Langer bids farewell to the DP World Tour in Munich +++ Tickets for the anniversary match out there with 10 p.c Christmas low cost +++


Munich. The BMW International Open is celebrating a milestone anniversary subsequent yr. The iconic German match will happen for the thirty fifth time, and a really particular sportsman has already confirmed he will likely be enjoying. Bernhard Langer, probably the most profitable German golfer, will tee off on the match that he, greater than most, has helped form up to now. The new date firstly of July gives German golf followers the chance to provide the two-time Masters champion a worthy send-off. Langer will likely be making his last look on the DP World Tour. Tickets for the thirty fifth BMW International Open can be found on-line now – with a ten p.c Christmas low cost till twenty fourth December 2023: www.bmw-golfsport.com/tickets

“I am very much looking forward to the 35th BMW International Open, which is particularly important to me. I was there the first time it was held in 1989, and only missed two tournaments up to the 25th anniversary,” mentioned Langer. “Even though I have been playing on the PGA Tour Champions in the USA for years, I still find it hard to imagine a more atmospheric tournament to bid farewell to the DP World Tour than the BMW International Open. I grew up in Anhausen, near Augsburg, and worked as a golf instructor for three and a half years in Munich before turning pro on the Tour, so it is great to experience another fantastic tournament in my Bavarian home.”

The 66-year-old will play on the BMW International Open for the primary time since 2012. Even again then, Langer’s {golfing} CV was already extraordinary: two Masters wins, six Ryder Cup victories (5 as a participant and one as captain), the primary world primary when the world rating record was launched in 1986, and a member of the “World Golf Hall of Fame” – to call however just a few of his achievements.

In the meantime, Langer has added a number of data on the PGA Tour Champions to his spectacular record of successes. In 2017, he grew to become the primary golfer ever to win all 5 majors not less than as soon as. This July, on the age of 65 years, ten months and 5 days, he claimed his forty sixth match win and twelfth main title – two unrivalled achievements – on the US Senior Open. Langer not solely tops the record of oldest winners on the PGA Tour Champions, however occupies all the high 5 locations.

Given this – abridged – record of highlights in what has been an outstanding sporting profession, it’s a disgrace that he has by no means managed to win the BMW International Open in his house of Bavaria. However, Langer does maintain one file, particularly in 23 appearances, he has completed runner-up on no fewer than 5 events (1992, 1995, 2000, 2002, 2007). That is greater than some other participant within the lengthy historical past of the match – and a formidable effort in its personal proper.

The new date on the DP World Tour calendar means there’s a higher probability than ever that Langer will likely be joined by extra top-class contenders when the BMW International Open celebrates its large anniversary. Having at all times been held instantly after the US Open in recent times, the match has been moved to later within the yr. It now precedes the Scottish Open and The Open, which each happen in Europe within the two weeks following the BMW International Open. This new date makes it simpler and extra interesting for high gamers to include the match in their very own private schedules.

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“`html 8 Modified C8 Chevy Corvettes That Broke The Internet

Chevrolet introduced the first-ever production mid-engine Corvette in July 2019. The 2020 C8 leveled up Chevy’s Stingray from its iconic stature to what many call the “American Supercar”. From its exotic appearance to its track-bred technology and enhanced performance, the eighth-generation already rolls off the line as a neck-breaker.

Only four years into production, with limited numbers released due to COVID delays, supply chain shortages, and exorbitant dealer markups, the C8 remains a more exclusive and less-seen car on the road; but that hasn’t made mid-engine Corvette owners settle for a stock version, and mods to appearance and performance have popped up on the internet since they first were in the hands of buyers. Here are eight of the most modified C8 Corvettes that we’ve seen on the web, in no particular order.

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We’ve scoured the web, hard and wide, and have tried our best to bring you the most modified C8 Chevy Covettes, out in the wild. Information, photography, and videos were gathered from social media platforms to compile this list of the most modified Chevy C8 Corvettes on the internet. These custom Vettes shown below, were chosen for their multi-faceted mods and are listed in no particular order.

8 The Michael Jordan Of Mid-Engine Corvettes Is Born

Standout Modification: C8 Tribute Honors the GOAT

Those that make the rounds at the Corvette meet, sanctioned shows and various clubs will most certainly come across the tribute ‘Vette. They aren’t extremely common, but they are out there. We’ve seen the Elvis Presley-inspired Corvette complete with a mural and dancing mini-Elvis, the Bruce Lee, also adorned with a mural and a spinning dragon, as well as the Marilyn Monroe ‘Vette that featured the iconic celeb’s portrait spread over and under the front hood.

So, if greatness is the inspiration for tribute Corvettes, we’d only have to expect a Michael Jordan C8 would come to life and here it is. This 2022 Chevy Corvette honors the Goat’s most notable revenue stream – the Air Jordan – the shoe that changed history for athletes, Nike, the consumer, and Michael Jordan, himself, who according to a Forbes accounting, by 2020 had earned north of $1.3 billion throughout his endorsement deal, originally signed in 1984. If you didn’t catch that, the dollar amount started with a B and was definitely worthy of a tribute.

The MJ ‘Vette featuring a wrap that imitates the legendary shoe comes from Redline Design out of Florida. It is dressed in a stitched leather-look upper in the familiar red, white, and black. The C8’s frunk intros the sneaker’s approximation with faux air vents on the replicated toe cap and even those that don’t hoop will be quick to recognize the silhouette of the infamous Jordan Jumpman, sprawled across the hood. The quintessential Swoosh starts near the high tail wing, extending past the boomerang to mid-door.

The vertical doors open to expose a color-matched, red and black interior and sills that feature Jordan’s distinctive elephant print in gray and black. Although His Airness sported multiple numbers in his playing career, his most emblematic – #23 – is displayed on the sides of the wing. Even more, details can be found on closer inspection and underline the fact that a wrap can be any ride’s total difference-maker if you believe, like Redline Design does – #PaintIsDead.

Modification Highlights

  • Tribute Corvette To Honor Legendary Athlete
  • Unique Wrap
  • Vertical Doors

7 Corvette Transformation: C8 Face And An Oakland Back-End

Standout Modification: 8th-Gen Mid-Engine Widens Body, Adds McLaren-esque Exhaust

This Chevy C8 came to life with an extensive list of changeouts that started with a widebody kit first seen at SEMA and a full body wrap in black brush. The extended girth was only the beginning, as the exotic feel ran much deeper with the backend mods. An engine-viewing window that is deleted from the factory design on the convertible C8 was fabbed into this topless version.

A McLaren-inspired exhaust fully transforms the C8 rear end as the tips exit was raised to flank each side of the rear plate, penetrating the body just under the tail lights and below the added high wing spoiler. A Forgiato performance wheel makeover puts the shoes on this Cinderella, while a VIAR Air Ride suspension slams the C8, and Lambo-style scissors doors with hinges by Vertical Doors, Inc. transform the side profile. The Corvette owner enlisted the work of West Coast Customs for the build and the result ended in a C8 that truly screams different.

Modification Highlights

  • West Coast Customs Widebody Kit
  • Fabbed Engine Viewing Window
  • McLaren-Inspired Exhaust
  • Air Ride Suspension
  • Forgiato Wheels
  • Vertical Doors

RELATED: Rumored C8 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Spotted At The Nürburgring

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Motorsport

The 2024 Kia Sorento Refresh Doesn’t Reach the US

Kia introduced an updated version of the Sorento in South Korea in July, featuring a revamped front and interior. The expectation was for this revised model to be available in North America for the 2024 model year, but it seems that won’t happen until the following year. The 2024 Sorento for the United States has been unveiled, and it’s essentially the same as the pre-facelift version.

The South Korean automaker has acknowledged that there are only minimal changes for the new model year. Interestingly, the official press photos of the 2024 Sorento show a Runway Red example of the SUV, even though this color is no longer an option for the Sorento Hybrid or PHEV. Instead, a new Gravity Blue color with a Navy interior, featuring special perforated leather seats and a hint of blue on the steering wheel, has taken its place. Additionally, models that previously had a black headliner now come with a new gray headliner. All in all, not much to get excited about.