Extreme exotics and curious concepts from Pebble Beach 2022

Car Week 2022 has officially swept its way over Northern California’s Monterey Peninsula, leaving behind a treasure trove of new high-powered concept and production cars. It’s always a special event, but the past two years have felt even more intense o… Continue reading Extreme exotics and curious concepts from Pebble Beach 2022

Lincoln L100 concept chases past glory with dramatic futuristic design

Lincoln likes to reflect upon the high points of its past when thinking about the future. The all-new Model L100 Concept may be the most dramatic example of that thinking. Debuting at a Pebble Beach show sure to have some pristine examples of the marqu… Continue reading Lincoln L100 concept chases past glory with dramatic futuristic design

Lucid triples up on motors for 1,200-hp Air Sapphire super-sedan

We’re not sure that the market has been clamoring for a Lucid Air sedan even more powerful and expensive than the $169K 1,111-hp Dream Edition, so much as something that’s actually anywhere near affordable for the average driver, but it’s getting the f… Continue reading Lucid triples up on motors for 1,200-hp Air Sapphire super-sedan

Hennessey’s $3-mil Venom F5 Roadster directs Fury at race to 300 mph

With 1,817 hp and 1,193 lb-ft of twin-turbo 'fury' on tap, the Venom F5 Roadster promises to be exhilarating to drive at 300 or any other speed

The Bugatti Chiron became the first production car to achieve 300 mph in 2019, but the world is still waiting for the first convertible to find its way to the big 3-0-0. Debuting at this year’s Monterey Car Week, the Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster becomes the latest contender in that race. With 1,817 horsepower and an engineered top speed over 300 mph, the Roadster is just as ready to navigate its way to world record fame as the Venom F5 Coupe, only the new car promises to let its driver feel the intense speed rushing through their coiffed follicles while deafened by the thunderous roar of the engine.

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87-mph electric unicycle sounds like instant death … and scary fun

With the all-new V13 Challenger, InMotion looks to hit new levels of speed and excitement (older InMotion e-unicycle pictured)

After springing its electric unicycle (EUC) lineup for full off-roading, electric transport specialist InMotion is upping the ante (and danger) once again. The all-new V13 Challenger debuts as the fastest, most powerful one-wheeler in the world, according to the Chinese company. Capable of putting out a peak of 10,000 watts and powering up to speeds of 87 mph (140 km/h), the V13 is more explosive than many electric two-wheelers. An improved suspension, modular design and updated electronics promise to deliver a ride that’s as safe and personalized as it is ferocious.

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Hybrid X-Yacht cruises on electric or diesel, recharges from sailing

Danish yacht builder X-Yachts recently launched its first-ever electric-propelled yacht. Called the X4.9E, the new vessel is more than just a basic electric powertrain affixed to a yacht, combining three sources of power to ensure that the vessel runs … Continue reading Hybrid X-Yacht cruises on electric or diesel, recharges from sailing

Wheelhome’s solo electric camper van powers toward self-sufficiency

Something of a legend around these parts, the British-designed Wheelhome Vikenze has long been one of the smallest, most efficient mini-campers in the Western world. It’s one of the few camper vans out there that can be equipped with a single-person fl… Continue reading Wheelhome’s solo electric camper van powers toward self-sufficiency

DBR22 roadster punches Aston Martin design into hyperdrive

Striving hard to catch a longing glance from the well-heeled automotive fanatics at the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Aston Martin is premiering the all-new DBR22. Designed as an homage to vintage Aston Martin race cars and a 10th anniversar… Continue reading DBR22 roadster punches Aston Martin design into hyperdrive

DBR22 roadster punches Aston Martin design into hyperdrive

Striving hard to catch a longing glance from the well-heeled automotive fanatics at the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Aston Martin is premiering the all-new DBR22. Designed as an homage to vintage Aston Martin race cars and a 10th anniversar… Continue reading DBR22 roadster punches Aston Martin design into hyperdrive

Electric UTV camper to use topo-reading smarts to uncage 4×4 adventure

Canadian startup Potential Motors is deep in development on what it classifies a new category of vehicle. At first we thought that was the usual startup hyperbole, but the deeper we dove, the more we found ourselves nodding in agreement. Potential look… Continue reading Electric UTV camper to use topo-reading smarts to uncage 4×4 adventure