Ferrari 12Cilindri MM May Get Koenigsegg-Like Shift-by-Wire Manual Gearbox
Ferrari is poised to launch a limited‑edition 12Cilindri MM that replaces a traditional H‑pattern gearbox with a Koenigsegg‑style shift‑by‑wire system called the Engage Shift System (ESS). The ESS functions as a 9‑speed automatic but can be driven like a 6‑speed manual using a clutch pedal. Production is expected to be capped at roughly 500 units, underscoring its exclusivity. A lighter, performance‑focused GTO variant is already being teased for the future.
Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Listed for Sale, Available at $3 Million
Lamborghini has listed a 2022 Countach LPI 800‑4 for $3 million. The limited-edition model is one of only 112 units worldwide, featuring a 6.5‑liter V12 paired with a hybrid supercapacitor system that delivers 802 hp to all four wheels. Finished in Ad Personam Blu...
Porsche’s New Hybrid Engine Concept Is Clever, but Is It Feasible?
Porsche has filed a patent for a flat engine that splits its cylinders into two dedicated banks – one optimized for ultra‑low friction efficiency and the other for high‑performance output. The efficient bank can run alone as a generator to...
13 Watches You May Have Missed
The Gadgeteer’s June 14, 2026 roundup spotlights 13 watch releases that slipped past the usual feed, ranging from a $400 Swatch × Audemars Piguet pocket watch to a $9,400 Omega Seamaster 007 First Light chronograph. The list includes multiple Timex collaborations, several new G‑SHOCK models,...
2027 BMW M5, M5 Touring Test Mules Spotted Near Nurburgring Together
BMW’s 2027 M5 and its wagon counterpart, the M5 Touring, were captured together on the Nürburgring test track, confirming that both models are advancing toward production. The vehicles are wrapped in camouflage and showcase the brand’s upcoming Neue Klasse design language,...
BMW M Concept Neue Klasse Previews the Next-Gen M3, but It’s All-Electric
BMW unveiled the M Concept Neue Klasse ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, offering a preview of the next‑generation M3. The concept features the brand’s new M design language, with sharp styling cues such as a slim kidney grille, trimaran‑style front...
Insider Info on the Lamborghini Revuelto SV; Limited to 1963 Units?
Lamborghini is set to unveil the Revuelto SV, a limited‑edition hypercar capped at 1,963 units, during Monterey Car Week with a public reveal slated for August. Insider footage from a private New York showing confirms an aggressive design featuring a blacked‑out...
Electric Porsche 911 Not Happening, Confirms CEO
Porsche CEO Michael Leiters confirmed that the iconic 911 will not receive a fully electric version, staying true to its internal‑combustion and hybrid roots. The decision reflects the model’s deep connection to engine character and driving feel, which the brand...
Stunning Ferrari F50 in Rare Giallo Modena Colour Heads for Auction in US
A 1996 Ferrari F50 finished in the ultra‑rare Giallo Modena hue will be offered at the Monterey 2026 auction. Only 31 of the 349‑unit production run were painted in this factory yellow, and this example is chassis 239 with just 4,500 miles,...
Seiko Turns 145 With a Two-Tone “Seiko Blue” Samurai Diver
Japanese watchmaker Seiko unveiled the HBB001, a limited‑edition Samurai diver celebrating its 145th anniversary. Priced at $595 (≈ €650) and capped at 9,999 pieces, the watch adds subtle Seiko Blue accents to a stainless‑steel case and bracelet. It houses the proven Caliber 4R35...
Famous Aston Martin Valkyrie Owner Uses $3 Million Hypercar for Grocery Shopping
Joe Macari, the London‑based founder of Joe Macari Performance Cars, was photographed driving his $3 million Aston Martin Valkyrie to a supermarket for a quick avocado run. The Valkyrie, a Formula 1‑inspired hypercar with a 1,160 hp hybrid V12, is renowned for its track‑focused architecture...
Special Report: The Reasons Spirit Airlines Failed Are Also Why United Wants American
United Airlines is showcasing a premium‑heavy Boeing 787‑9, dedicating two‑thirds of the cabin to first‑class and business seats, signaling a shift toward high‑yield travelers. At the same time, the U.S. aviation system is hitting capacity limits due to congested hub‑and‑spoke...
BYD Teases New Flagship Sedan as Premium Market Push Accelerates
Chinese EV maker BYD unveiled camouflage images of its upcoming D‑class flagship sedan, tentatively called Dahan, completing the premium Dynasty lineup alongside the Datang SUV. The Datang, priced between $36,970 and $47,340, amassed over 100,000 pre‑orders within two weeks, signaling...
$1.1 Million Brabus Bodo V12 Spotted in Monaco on F1 Race Weekend
German tuner Brabus unveiled its flagship Bodo V12 last month, a limited‑run supercar priced at roughly $1.1 million. The vehicle was photographed cruising the streets of Monaco during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend, showcasing its all‑black styling and distinctive LED side...
BMW Skytop Worth over Half a Million Dollars Delivered in Exclusive Fashion
BMW has begun delivering the ultra‑rare Skytop, one of only 50 units produced, to its first owner. The handover took place in BMW Welt’s exclusive, closed‑door Privacy Room, underscoring the brand’s bespoke delivery experience. Built on the M8 platform, the two‑door...