Rolls-Royce Phantom Hummingbird Debuts Abalone Trim
The one-off Rolls-Royce Phantom Hummingbird brings abalone shell marquetry to the brand for the first time. Its bespoke interior took nine months to develop.
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The one-off Rolls-Royce Phantom Hummingbird brings abalone shell marquetry to the brand for the first time. Its bespoke interior took nine months to develop.
Lotus is developing a mid-engined Type 135 hybrid supercar that will sit between the Emira and Evija. The V8 version is expected to make more than 1,000 horsepower while targeting a weight of around 1.5 metric tons.
McLaren could discontinue the Artura in 2028 after a troubled launch and a short six-year run. A more powerful hybrid coupe reportedly arrives in 2027.
Stellantis has revealed BOW, a fully electric delivery vehicle with no windshield, dashboard, or driver seat. The concept targets controlled logistics environments rather than open-road use.
General Motors is bringing Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a redesigned interface for the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. The trucks will combine smartphone mirroring with GM's native controls on one display.
Jaguar Land Rover and Stellantis are moving beyond speculation on a Defender pickup, signing a non-binding agreement to explore US production. The truck could share Stellantis hardware, but its factory, platform, and powertrain remain undecided.
Ford is adding cheaper entry-level versions of the 2027 F-150 Tremor and Raptor. The new trims remove comfort and convenience features while preserving their off-road focus.
Ford gives the 2027 F-150 a larger standard EcoBoost V6, expands the 5.0-liter V8 across the lineup and adds a new Carhartt package.
BMW has returned the iX5 Hydrogen to testing with production-focused targets, including a roughly five-second 0-to-62-mph time and up to 466 miles of WLTP range. The hydrogen SUV is scheduled to launch in 2028.
The revived Mitsubishi Pajero abandons its signature tailgate-mounted spare wheel in favor of an underbody setup. The change brings a conventional tailgate and easier everyday access.
Kia’s second dedicated PBV is a larger electric van built for cargo, passenger transport, and specialized commercial roles. The PV7 offers up to 286 miles of WLTP range and will expand to 23 variants.
BMW is using select iX3 vehicles as real-world data collectors, recording short clips of safety-relevant events with owner consent. The footage will help refine driver-assistance software and future over-the-air updates.
Polestar’s Formula 2030 concept will introduce the brand’s next design direction when it debuts in October. Its styling keeps familiar blade lighting while dialing back the aggression.
Polestar has expanded the 4 lineup with a taller, more practical SUV that is effectively an electric wagon. It offers up to 544 hp, 391 miles of WLTP range and a more useful rear design.
BMW’s 2027 iX3 introduces an exit-warning system that can briefly keep a door closed when side radar detects an approaching cyclist or vehicle. The technology will expand to additional BMW models built on the Neue Klasse architecture.
Polestar says it expected permission to keep selling connected vehicles in the US, but the Commerce Department denied its application. The automaker will leave the market after the 2026 model year without appealing.
A New Jersey Polestar retailer is suing the automaker for at least $25 million, claiming it helped bring about the federal ban that will end new-vehicle sales in the U.S. after 2026.
Polestar will not appeal the U.S. government’s decision to block future vehicle sales, effectively ending the EV brand’s American operations. The company now plans to concentrate investment on Europe and other markets.