August 2022

730-horsepower Mulliner Batur starts design revolution for Bentley



(August 23, 2022) MONEREY, Calif. — Bentley Motors has unveiled the Bentley Mulliner Batur — a new two-door grand touring coupé limited to 18 series pieces that embodies the start of a design revolution at Bentley. Created by Director of Design Andreas Mindt and his team, the Batur is a showcase of a new design DNA that will ultimately guide the design of Bentley’s future range of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).

Lincoln Model L100 Concept signals brand’s future vision



(August 23, 20220) PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — With a nod to the past while looking toward the future, Lincoln reveals its vision for mobility with the debut of the Lincoln Model L100 Concept. Debuting at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, where Lincoln is the featured marque as part of the brand’s 100th anniversary, the Model L100 Concept pushes the boundaries of Lincoln’s Quiet Flight design to create connected experiences that reimagine the ultimate vehicle sanctuary of tomorrow.

Most powerful Kia ever — 576-horsepower EV6 GT revealed



(August 22, 2022) MONTEREY, Calif. — Kia America has revealed the 576-hp EV6 GT performance crossover for the first time in North America at The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering. The presence of the EV6 GT alongside supercars from around the world during the annual Monterey Car Week celebrations solidifies Kia’s place among the fastest and most sophisticated players.

Audi offers first look at upcoming concept vehicle — the Audi activesphere



(August 22, 2022) INGOLSTADT, Germany — Audi has offered a first look at its latest sphere concept car. Audi activesphere concept — the name of the fourth model in the family of concept cars that Audi has been introducing since August 2021.

RUF debuts Hillclimb-inspired 'Bergmeister' at The Quail



(August 22, 2022) MONTEREY, Calif. — RUF Automobile GmbH, manufacturer of exclusive high-performance sports cars, has revealed two special vehicles at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering during Monterey Car Week. Project RBS, or “Bergmeister,” made its world debut alongside the naturally aspirated SCR, which is being seen for the first time in North America.
 


Hennessey presents the 'world’s fastest and most powerful' roadster



(August 19, 2022) SEALY, Texas — Hennessey Special Vehicles, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, has released details of its Venom F5 Roadster ahead of the new car’s global debut at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering in Monterey, Calif. The Venom F5 Roadster is based on the Hennessey Venom F5 Coupe — the two are nearly identical mechanically — yet distinguishing the Venom F5 Roadster from its fixed-roof sibling are several attributes that set the open-air model apart —  physically, cosmetically, and emotionally.

GM recalls 484,155 SUVs over faulty third-row seatbelts



(August 20, 2022) General Motors has issued a recall for Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac SUVs, regarding an issue with seat belt assemblies. GM has recalled 484,155 vehicles in total across three brands.