Scarbo Vintage, the company responsible for the legendary Hoonipigasus, has unveiled its latest creation: the SV Rover. This remarkable “hyper truck” is designed for both high-speed desert racing and intricate rock crawling. The SV Rover…
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Mercedes Overhauls EQ Styling: Future of Electric Vehicles
The Mercedes EQ brand name and its distinctive styling language are set to undergo significant changes shortly, eliciting enthusiastic applause. This isn’t because Mercedes is abandoning electric vehicles (EVs). The German automaker remains steadfast in…
Mercedes A45 S Limited Edition: Hot Hatch with Exclusive Upgrades
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new special package for the A45 S 4Matic+, known as the ‘Limited Edition,’ enhancing the already fiery hatch with distinctive touches aimed at making it stand out. Let’s delve into the…
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Report Rust Issues
Some Tesla Cybertruck owners have reported noticing rust marks on the stainless steel body after brief exposure to condensation. These complaints surfaced on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum. One owner, known as Raxar, mentioned that Tesla…
Polestar & Hot Wheels 2024 Design Contest: Igniting Creative Collaboration
Polestar has launched its 2024 Design Contest in partnership with Hot Wheels, the renowned die-cast brand beloved by enthusiasts of all ages. This year, designers are encouraged to craft a Hot Wheels collectible that embodies…
Rare Citroën 2CV Sahara: A Quirky Gem with Dual Engines
If we were to select a quintessential example of basic European motoring, it would undoubtedly be the Citroën 2CV. However, we’re not talking about the typical “deux chevaux” (French for “two horses”) here. Instead, we’re…
Kia Plans All-Electric Stinger Replacement: The EV8
The Kia Stinger, although discontinued, left a lasting impression as a performance car during its single-generation run. Recent leaks suggest that Kia is not finished with the Stinger lineage, with plans for an all-electric replacement…
Chrysler Unveils Halcyon: A Visionary Concept for the Electric and Autonomous Future
Chrysler has unveiled the Halcyon, a captivating concept providing a glimpse into the brand’s forthcoming all-electric era, autonomous driving capabilities, and commitment to sustainable design both inside and out. Built upon the STLA Large platform,…
McLaren Unveils MCL38: Revamped Design and High Hopes for the 2024 F1 Season
McLaren has opted to maintain its iconic papaya orange and black color scheme for the upcoming F1 season, returning to its traditional nomenclature with the unveiling of the MCL38. This car is set to hit…
Ferrari Team Principal Vasseur Discusses Sainz’s Departure and Hamilton’s Arrival
He humorously likened it to the nerve-wracking feeling of dialing his good friend and Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, after successfully luring away one of his drivers. Vasseur anticipates that despite Carlos Sainz’s understandable disappointment…
Stellantis Joins the Ranks: Embracing Tesla’s Charging Standard Signals a Major Shift in EV Industry
Stellantis has declared its intention to equip its lineup of battery-electric vehicles with the SAE J3400 connector, also known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS), which is native to Tesla Superchargers. Following similar moves…
LASTMA Arrests Femi Adegbemi, Serial Impersonator Exploiting Owners of Impounded Vehicles
A suspected serial impersonator, identified as Femi Adegbemi, has been apprehended by operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). Adegbemi was captured following reports of extortion from owners of inter-state commercial buses whose…
Race Report: Lafferty Takes First in 2024 National Enduro Round 1
The inaugural event of the 2024 Red Line Oil AMA National Enduro Series, presented by Beta Motorcycles and MSR, kicked off with the FMF Sumter National Enduro. Hosted near the Sumter, SC air force base,…
Qualifying for the 2024 Daytona 500: Entry List and Procedures
Among the 42 teams registered for the event, only the 36 chartered teams have secured their spots in the upcoming race. The remaining six ‘open’ teams are poised for a fierce battle to clinch the…
Aston Martin’s Strategy for Bouncing Back Following F1 2023 Development Mishaps
Aston Martin’s strong performance at the start of the 2023 season took a downturn, leaving questions about their ability to analyze, recover, and build upon lost performance from the previous season. Turning our attention to…
FRSC Head Halts Convoy to Detain Overloaded Truck Transporting Goods and Passengers
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) recently made significant strides in their ongoing campaign to mitigate road traffic accidents by apprehending overloaded trucks carrying goods and passengers, a practice known to heighten the risk of…
Unveiling the Almost “All-New” Aston Martin Vantage for the 2025 Model Year
The Aston Martin Vantage, a name with a rich history dating back to the early 1950s with the DB2 Vantage, has remained a stalwart in Aston Martin’s lineup. Despite intervals, the Vantage nameplate has endured,…
Dazzling Departure: Malivelihood’s Diamond-Adorned Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe Finds a New Home
Nigerian celebrity jeweler Olusola Awujoola, famously known as Malivelihood, has recently made headlines with the sale of his bespoke Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe, lavishly adorned with diamonds. This sale comes nearly two years after its grand…
Honda’s Next-Generation FCEV: Combining Hydrogen and Battery Power for the CR-V
Similar to Toyota and BMW, Honda is committed to the potential of hydrogen in the automotive industry. Collaborating with General Motors, they’re developing a next-gen fuel-cell system for an upcoming FCEV based on the CR-V.…
KTM’s Binder and Miller Lead the Charge with Unveiling of Upgraded RC16 in Malaysia
Brad Binder and Jack Miller were instrumental in unveiling KTM’s updated RC16 during the recent pre-season test in Malaysia. The factory KTM RC16, featuring the iconic orange and dark blue livery, made its debut with…
The Aston Martin Adjustment that Validates a Vital Element of Mercedes’ F1 Transformation
For some time now, Mercedes’ technical director, James Allison, has been spearheading a concerted effort to overhaul the team’s Formula 1 challenger. This decision came after an acknowledgment that their previous strategies were not yielding…
The Most Unusual F1 Team Names: From Antique Automobiles to Life
The off-season in Formula 1 stirred considerable discussion with two teams undergoing rebranding for the 2024 season. Red Bull’s sister outfit AlphaTauri transformed into Visa Cash App RB, while Sauber dropped its Alfa Romeo identity…
GAC Motor Nigeria Honors Funke Akindele with a Brand New GS4 SUV in Celebration of “A Tribe called Judah”
GAC Motor Nigeria recently marked a significant milestone in the Nigerian entertainment industry by presenting a brand new GAC GS4 SUV to renowned Nollywood actress Funke Akindele. The occasion, aptly named “A Toast to Funke…
OGB Recent, the Comedian, Spends Millions on Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon
Nigerian comedian and content creator OGB Recent has recently made headlines by splurging millions on a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon SUV, specifically opting for the AMG G63 version. This luxurious vehicle seamlessly blends the high performance of…
Lagos Embarks on Red Line Rail Test Runs as Proforce Collaborates with Kia and NCS Grants Import Waivers
Lagos Conducts Test-Runs on Red Line Rail as Proforce Partners with Kia, NCS Grants Import Waivers The Lagos State Government, under the auspices of the Lagos State Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), has initiated a…