Tuning & bespoke
The launch of the Bovensiepen 05 GT marks the beginning of a new phase for the Bovensiepen family following BMW’s acquisition of the Alpina brand rights. Presented under the new Bovensiepen automotive brand, the 05 GT becomes one of the company’s first major models developed independently from the Alpina name while still remaining connected to Buchloe and the grand touring philosophy historically associated with the family. Based on the BMW M5 Touring, the 05 GT combines a hybrid V8 powertrain
16 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
Car review
Mercedes-AMG has updated the GLE 53 with a revised powertrain and design changes, introducing a plug-in hybrid system for this model. The car combines a turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine with an electric motor, increasing total output and extending how the vehicle can be used in daily driving. The model remains available in two body styles: SUV and Coupe. Performance — Engine, Hybrid System and Driving The GLE 53 HYBRID uses a revised 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder engine producing 443
2 Apr 2026 · 3 min read
Racing
BMW operates a driver development program known as the BMW M Racing Academy. It focuses on drivers competing in GT racing and builds on existing racing experience. Unlike traditional junior programs, it is closely linked to BMW’s customer racing activities. To understand the role of the program, it is necessary to look at how GT racing is structured. GT Racing and Customer Racing Customer racing is a core part of BMW’s motorsport business. In GT4 and GT3 series, BMW develops race cars based o
21 Mar 2026 · 4 min read
Car review
Audi has introduced the new RS 5, the first plug-in hybrid in the RS performance line. The car is available in two body styles: a Sedan — a body style new to the RS 5 — and an Avant, the estate version. Both go on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2026. Compared with the previous model, the RS 5 now combines a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 with an integrated electric motor, producing a total of 639 PS and 825 Nm of torque. Also new is a revised rear setup with active torque distribution, allowin
21 Feb 2026 · 3 min read
Car review
For over 140 years, Mercedes-Benz has used the S-Class as its flagship saloon — the model where new technologies, comfort systems, and design updates are typically introduced first. In practice, this has meant a focus on long-distance comfort, rear-seat usability, and a calm, controlled driving experience rather than radical design shifts. The 2026 S-Class continues that role, arriving with a broad set of updates to its digital systems, lighting technology, and interior functionality. Exterior
30 Jan 2026 · 5 min read
Car review
Porsche has introduced a 90-car series marking the 90th birthday of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, the designer who created the original 911. Developed by Sonderwunsch — Porsche's bespoke division — in collaboration with Mark Porsche, F. A. Porsche's youngest son, the car is based on a G-Series 911 that F. A. Porsche drove in the 1980s. The exterior paint, interior fabrics and design details are drawn from that car and his personal effects. Mark Porsche has purchased one example. The remaining 8
17 Dec 2025 · 4 min read
Racing
Porsche's GT cars are shaped by decades of endurance racing, testing at Weissach, and data collected from competition worldwide. This article explains how that development system was built, how racing formats and regulations evolved, and how race work transfers directly to road cars—including current aerodynamic optimizations developed by Manthey Racing. It also examines how modern tools—cloud telemetry, simulation, and AI—are expanding what engineers can learn from each race. Early Days of R
29 Nov 2025 · 7 min read
Car review
Bentley has introduced a four-car series that pays tribute to the Czech squadrons that served in the Royal Air Force during World War II. Commissioned by Bentley Prague and developed by Mulliner — the division responsible for bespoke and one-off projects — the collection brings together two timelines: the Crewe factory that once produced aircraft engines, and the Czech pilots who flew British aircraft powered by those engines. With approval from the UK Ministry of Defence, each car carries the
17 Nov 2025 · 3 min read
Car review
Ford wanted to prove that American engineering could compete with Europe’s best on their own track. The result is the Mustang GTD – a road-legal supercar developed directly from the GT3 race car and built with one clear purpose: to conquer the Nürburgring. In 2023, Ford set a public goal to create a Mustang that could deliver over 800 horsepower and break the seven-minute mark on the Nordschleife. In December 2024, that vision became reality. The Mustang GTD completed the 20.8-kilometre Nürburg
13 Oct 2025 · 3 min read
Tuning & bespoke
Hennessey brings its signature performance expertise to the Ford Bronco Raptor, elevating power, style, and capability. From Texas to the World Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Sealy, Texas, Hennessey Performance Engineering has become one of America’s most respected tuning houses. Known for transforming vehicles from brands such as Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram, Hennessey focuses on enhancing performance while maintaining drivability and reliability. All conversions are completed in-house by
10 Oct 2025 · 2 min read
Tuning & bespoke
Engineered for measurable lap-time gains — the Manthey Kit sharpens Porsche’s most focused 911 with pure motorsport hardware. Purpose-Built Upgrade The Manthey Kit for the 911 GT3 RS (992) is not a styling package. It’s a factory-backed engineering program designed to increase aerodynamic efficiency, stability, and track consistency. Developed jointly by Porsche’s Weissach R&D and Manthey Racing in Meuspath, the kit is installed via Porsche Centres and preserves the full manufacturer warranty
10 Oct 2025 · 3 min read
Car review
Less weight, more power, sharper focus — the new M2 CS delivers measurable gains in every area that counts. Purpose-Built Performance The BMW M2 CS is not a styling exercise. It’s a marvel of precision engineering, a tool designed to impress. Under the bonnet sits the familiar 3.0-litre inline-six (S58), upgraded to 390 kW / 530 hp and 650 Nm. That’s a 50 hp and 50 Nm increase over the standard M2. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels through an eight-speed M Steptronic with Drivelogi
10 Oct 2025 · 3 min read
Car review
The Defender OCTA sits at the top of the Defender range. It is the most capable and performance-oriented version of the model, combining V8 power, advanced suspension technology, and a wider, more controlled chassis setup. Developed by Special Vehicle Operations, the OCTA combines a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 mild-hybrid engine with advanced chassis systems. The result is a model that delivers supercar-level power while retaining the Defender’s core off-road DNA. The Defender OCTA Black is
10 Oct 2025 · 4 min read
Car review
A 50-unit saloon uniting a century of engineering discipline and handcrafted artistry. In a landscape shifting toward electrification, Mercedes-Maybach reaffirms its roots with a twelve-cylinder statement. The V12 Edition, unveiled in Italy’s Fort Michelangelo, traces a line back to the Maybach Zeppelin of the 1930s — a car once defined by elegance, precision, and technical mastery. Limited to just 50 examples worldwide, this saloon isn’t a nod to nostalgia. It’s a continuation of a mechanical
10 Oct 2025 · 3 min read
Racing
7:29.490 minutes around the Nürburgring — a new record for any production wagon. The Fastest Wagon in History BMW has set a new benchmark for performance estates. The BMW M3 CS Touring completed the Nordschleife in 7:29.490 minutes, making it the fastest wagon (estate/Kombi) ever recorded on the 20.832 km “Green Hell” The lap was verified under production-standard conditions, monitored by an independent organization. It breaks the previous record of 7:35.060 minutes set by the BMW M3 Touring
10 Oct 2025 · 1 min read
