BMW has made significant progress on its upcoming X2 model. Although this isn’t the first time we have seen a prototype out in public, new spy photos reveal a clearer view of the crossover’s front end. The latest images showcase an M35i trim with some of its heavy camouflage removed.
One notable change can be seen in the front fascia. Previously, the lower vents were partially covered by hard covers, but they are now completely exposed. This reveals the angled sides of the lower openings, which curve inwards at the top, seamlessly aligning with the bottom corners of the grille. Additionally, slim vertically-oriented vents can be clearly seen on the sides of the fascia.
McLaren, known for its innovative supercars and dominance in Formula 1, is now venturing into the fashion industry through an exciting collaboration with iconic shoe brand K-Swiss. This partnership signifies McLaren’s entry into the sneaker industry, combining their engineering prowess with K-Swiss’ timeless style. McLaren aims to bring the same level of performance and cutting-edge design to the world of footwear, leveraging its expertise in aerodynamics and precision engineering.
The McLaren x K-Swiss collaboration promises a perfect fusion of style and performance, catering to both motorsport enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals. Each sneaker in the collection seamlessly combines McLaren’s iconic visual elements with K-Swiss’ renowned craftsmanship, resulting in footwear that exudes sophistication and speed. These sneakers offer a unique blend of high-performance attributes and street-ready appeal, with sleek and aerodynamic silhouettes and vibrant color schemes inspired by McLaren’s race cars. Advanced cushioning systems and ergonomic designs ensure a comfortable fit, whether on the racetrack or the city streets, allowing wearers to experience the essence of McLaren’s performance heritage.
With its captivating combination of style, performance, and innovation, McLaren continues to redefine what it means to be a global luxury brand. Explore the new McLaren x K-Swiss footwear collection by clicking the link below.
Brabus, a renowned tuner of Mercedes vehicles, has showcased its expertise in a new Autobahn video. The spotlight is on the 2015 AMG C63 with Brabus upgrades, which comes incredibly close to reaching its top speed.
The stock version of the 2015 AMG C63 S is equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 500 horsepower and 520 pound-feet of torque. Although this is plenty of power for most drivers, Brabus takes it up a notch with an upgrade that pumps out 600 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, transmitted to the rear wheels.
In the video, the C63 attempts to hit its top speed of 184 mph, but traffic conditions hamper its efforts. Nevertheless, the C63 manages an impressive speed of around 177 mph (285 kph), a testament to its performance capabilities.
Brabus offers a range of additional upgrades to complement its tunes. These include options to swap out the exhaust, install new wheels, add adjustable springs, and enhance the exterior with carbon-fiber accents. The tuner caters to various models and customer preferences, allowing for customization of horsepower levels.
In addition to its Mercedes upgrades, Brabus has diversified its offerings with a unique bundle, priced at $1.51 million. This bundle includes a Brabus 800-tuned G63 with 789 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque, a boat with 900 hp, and a matching watch. The Brabus Shadow 900 Stealth Green Signature Edition sports boat is equipped with two 4.6-liter V8 Mercury Marine 450R engines, enabling it to reach speeds of over 69 mph (60 knots).
Another recent introduction from Brabus is the AMG GT63 S E Performance upgrade, which brings an extraordinary level of power. This plug-in hybrid boasts a combined output of 930 hp and 1,143 lb-ft of torque, allowing it to achieve a blistering acceleration of 0-62 mph in just 2.8 seconds. Although the 2015 AMG C63 is slightly slower, requiring 3.8 seconds to reach 60 mph, it still delivers impressive performance.
Porsche has a rich history of producing some of the world’s most coveted high-performance luxury cars for 75 years, and the iconic 911 model has been a part of that legacy for 60 years. To commemorate these two significant milestones, Porsche introduced special edition cars that pay homage to its history. One such model is the Porsche 911 Sport Classic, which follows in the footsteps of the 2010 997-generation 911 Sport Classic. This car celebrates various moments in the history of the 911, including the exceptional qualities of the current generation. It combines a powerful engine with a 7-speed manual transmission, a favorite among purists, and features a ducktail spoiler for a touch of old-school aerodynamics. The duPont REGISTRY Magazine recognized the historical significance of this car and featured it on the cover of their September 2022 issue.
The Porsche 911 Sport Classic is a highly sought-after collector’s car or a dream come true for any 911 enthusiast. One such example is currently for sale at HGreg Lux in Pompano Beach, Florida. This exquisite car stands out with its Fuchs-style rims and racing stripes that evoke a retro-inspired aura. It is finished in the elegant Sport Grey Metallic paint. Inside, the interior showcases a fusion of modern 911 design with retro elements. The open-pore wood trim pays homage to previous models, while the green backlit gauges add a touch of nostalgia. The leather upholstery beautifully complements the Pepita houndstooth fabric, yet another nod to classic 911s. With its complete package, the Porsche 911 Sport Classic captures the essence of what makes the 911 legendary and highly respected. It is a must-have for any Porsche enthusiast or avid car collector. Click below to view the price and listing.
German Manuel Lettenbichler won his second Red Bull Erzbergrodeo in a row on Sunday, making him the seventh person in 27 editions of the race to become a multiple winner. The 25-year-old trailed Great Britain’s Billy Bolt for much of the race, before a decisive pass in the latter stages sealed victory with Canadian Trystan Hart third for the second successive year. Here is all you need to know:
Manuel Lettenbichler racing through the prologue course at Erzberg rodeo on 10th June, 2023 // Sam Strauss / Red Bull Content Pool
– Reigning FIM Hard Enduro world champion Lettenbichler overcame 500 competitors and a mountain referred to as the ‘Iron Giant’ to win Austria’s iconic race in two hours and 31 minutes. Once in the lead, Lettenbichler put on a masterclass to beat his closest challenger Bolt by 11 minutes. Of 500 starters, 16 managed to finish the course containing 27 checkpoints across varied terrain within the four-hour race time limit.
– Held in the Austrian mining town of Eisenerz and first launched in 1995, the Red Bull Erzbergrodeo is the most revered race in the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. It takes place around the gravity defying Erzberg mountain, a functioning mine producing more than three million tons of iron ore per year. At each edition of the race, a mix of professionals and amateurs take part.
– Lettenbichler paced himself early in the race, trailing eventual third-place finisher Hart before taking the lead. Soon after he conceded first to a hard-charging Bolt, who had crashed at the beginning of the race and was on a mission to try and win the famed event for the first time.
– After one hour and 17 minutes chasing Bolt, Lettenbichler snatched the lead back at checkpoint 22 of 27. From there he rode off into the distance to not only win the race for a second time, but also secure wins at the first two stops of the 2023 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship.
– Lettenbichler said: “I’m speechless that I had such a big gap at the end. I don’t really believe it. I had a really good start and then Billy caught and passed me, and I tried to stay with him, but I couldn’t. He pulled a gap, so I tried to save some energy. When I could see him again, I decided to push and I would say he was pretty tired. Then I just rode a really good line to pass him. This race is such a crazy motorbike festival and everyone in the world just comes and wants to do this challenge and finish this race. It’s super unique. It feels amazing to win a second time in a row.”
– Despite seeing victory dissipate before his eyes, Briton Bolt managed to record his best finish at Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, despite a litany of drama which only became apparent after the race.
– Bolt, 25, said: “That was my worst ever start and then the next 10 minutes was a blur, and I knew I needed to pass as many people as possible before the course got technical. I bent the front disc on my bike in the crash. I also dented my exhaust pretty badly. I’ve had a fair bit of drama, all self-induced. When Mani passed me, I thought I would struggle to keep up with him. I didn’t take it easy, I just made sure I could get home in second. But all things considered, I am very, very happy.”
– Hart, who has two podiums in three attempts, said: “Back-to-back podiums, lots of people would be happy but, to be honest, I’m not super happy. I put myself in a really good position, I was leading, which I didn’t really expect and then I just got tight and made a lot of mistakes in the first hour. To get the holeshot and then make a lot of mistakes like that is kind of heartbreaking. I was right where I needed to be with Billy and Mani, and then kind of threw it all away.”
– Red Bull Erzbergrodeo marked round two of the 2023 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship, however, only a small portion were elite professionals chasing the title, the rest being amateurs. The prologue narrowed 1,300 entrants to 500 qualifiers for the start of Sunday’s main race, and the predictably brutal course was mastered by just 16 riders.
– The best placed local was Austrian Michael Walkner, cousin of 2018 Dakar Rally champion Matthias Walkner, who finished seventh. Compatriot Marcel Hirscher – a multiple times gold medallist at the Olympics and World Championships in Alpine Skiing made his second start. The skier turned motorcycle racer managed to make it to checkpoint 19, an improvement on 2022 when his race ended at checkpoint 17.
Participants at Erzberg rodeo on 11th June, 2023 // Sam Strauss / Red Bull Content Pool
– The FIM Hard Enduro World Championship now moves to Romania for Red Bull Romaniacs from July 25-29.
2023 Red Bull Erzbergrodeo finishers 1. Manuel Lettenbichler (Germany) 2:31:15 2. Billy Bolt (Great Britain) 2:42:15 3. Trystan Hart (Canada) 2:57:09 4. Jonny Walker (Great Britain) 2:59:30 5. Wade Young (South Africa) 3:04:21 6. Graham Jarvis (Great Britain) 3:13:55 7. Michael Walkner (Austria) 3:22:18 8. Alfredo Gomez (Spain) 3:24:30 9. Teodor Kabakchiev (Bulgaria) 3:25:00 10. Cody Webb (USA) 3:29:09 11. Matthew Green (South Africa) 3:31:45 12. Sonny Goggia (Italy) 3:49:21 13. Dominik Olszowy (Poland) 3:51:59 14. Jack Price (Great Britain) 3:52:08 15. Mitch Brightmore (Great Britain) 3:58:39 16. Will Hoare (Great Britain) 3:59:13
The Maruti Jimny is sold in two broad variants: Zeta and Alpha, with 4WD as standard
After making us wait for what seemed like an eternity, the Maruti Jimny has finally landed in our market. The off-roader is available in a new 5-door iteration, still with a petrol heart, in India. With the Jimny being offered in just two broad variants, it shouldn’t be too tough to pick the most suitable one, but we’re here to make that choice even simpler. First, let’s get through the basics:
Porsche is making the most of its 75th anniversary with a series of events to commemorate its history. In addition to videos and concepts, it sponsored exhibits and art cars to showcase its heritage and direction for the future. Now Porsche has teamed up with Microsoft to produce a special edition of the Xbox Series X inspired by its cars.
Revealed during the Summer Game Fest this week, the Xbox Series X consoles wear liveries of some of the most famous Porsche racing cars in the automaker’s history. Consisting of six different designs, the liveries of several iconic Porsche 917 cars are featured, including the 917/20 “Pink Pig” from the 1971 LeMans, the “Hippie” design of the 917LH, and the red and white livery of the winning 1970 car. Other liveries include the 1998 Porsche 911 GT1 Mobil 1, several versions of the Martini and Rossi cars, and a design commemorating the Porsche 963 car racing in this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
There will only be 75 of the Porsche-themed special edition Xbox consoles, each featuring a wireless Xbox controller in a matching design. Where do you find one of these consoles? That’s the rub. All 75 consoles are sweepstake prizes in a competition open to US, United Kingdom, and German residents over the age of 18. The sweepstakes event opened on June 8th and runs through October 1. Participants are limited to one entry per day on the Porsche Xbox Sweepstakes website.
Those of us who are not lucky enough to win one of the Porsche-themed Xbox consoles can console ourselves with the new Forza Motorsport. Expected out in October, the game launches with over 500 realistic cars, including the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray and the Cadillac Racing V-Series.R prototype racer. Also included are new tracks and a brand-new single-player mode allowing gamers to delve into the art of car-building. Even visually impaired gamers can get in on the action with the new Blind Driving Assists and One Touch Driving for people who need help pressing multiple buttons simultaneously.
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