When Your Toyota GR86 Engine Blows After 17,000 Miles of Hard Use, You Swap in Something Else
A 2023 Toyota GR86 spent 17,000 miles exclusively on the track before its Subaru‑sourced FA24 engine failed due to a broken harmonic balancer. The owner replaced the damaged unit with a Honda K24A2 inline‑four using a KPower kit, boosting output to roughly 240 horsepower. The swap was performed by MA‑Motorsports and paired with upgraded suspension, brakes, and a custom interior. The case underscores recurring GR86 engine durability issues on the track and raises questions about warranty coverage for heavily modified vehicles.
Fast Flop: Stupid Fast Audi RS E-Tron GT Gets over $50,000 in Discounts
Audi’s 2025 RS e‑tron GT, a 1,000‑horsepower electric sedan that sprints from 0‑60 mph in 2.4 seconds, is now being offered with a $54,005 discount at Audi Las Vegas. The price drop brings the $178,595 sticker down to under $125,000 after...
Quirky Airbnbs: This Geometric Gem in Hudson Valley Is The Ultimate Style Rebel
Steven Holl’s 918‑sq‑ft geometric house, completed in 2016, sits on 28 acres in the Hudson Valley and functions as both a private residence and a luminous museum. Built from raw mahogany, birch plywood and insulated wood panels, the home relies...
Auga Optical Salon / Znamy Się
Migdal Studio’s Auga Optical Salon translates the human visual system into architecture, guiding visitors through a spatial journey that mirrors light’s path through the eye. The design features a biconvex glass lens, a burl‑wood counter symbolizing the macula, and blue‑gradient...
South Florida Million-Dollar Home Sales Surge to an All-Time High, and This Celeb-Studded County Leads the Way
South Florida’s luxury market is booming, with 2,040 million‑dollar home sales YTD—a record high not seen since 2008. February saw an 18.8% overall rise, driven by 17.8% growth in single‑family homes and 21.6% in condos and townhomes. Palm Beach County...
Transfer Citi ThankYou Points To Avianca Lifemiles With 25% Bonus
Citi ThankYou points are receiving a limited‑time 25% transfer bonus to Avianca Lifemiles, running from March 22 to April 18, 2026. The promotion changes the standard 1:1 conversion to 1,250 Lifemiles for every 1,000 points. Avianca’s Lifemiles can be redeemed across the entire...
Are Used Porsches Reliable? Here's What The Data Says
Recent data shows modern Porsches are generally reliable, with the brand ranking third among premium cars in the 2026 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study. The iconic 911 earned the title of most dependable vehicle in 2019, 2021 and 2022, while...
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Mahindra Reveals Batman BE 6 EV – and It’s Kind of Amazing [Update]
Mahindra unveiled a limited‑run Batman Edition of its BE 6 electric SUV, initially offering 300 units at a price of ₹27.79 lakh. The edition sold out quickly, prompting the company to release a second batch that brings total production to 999 vehicles....
4 Features The C9 Corvette Needs To Put Itself Ahead Of The Pack
The article outlines four upgrades Chevrolet should prioritize for the upcoming C9 Corvette: active aerodynamics, elevated luxury appointments, broader hybrid integration, and weight reduction. While the mid‑engine C8 has already closed the performance gap with European rivals, the C9 must...
Dead Cadillac Lyriq EV Leaves Baby Locked In Car
A 2024 Cadillac Lyriq in California trapped a one‑year‑old for nearly 30 minutes after a 12‑volt battery fault disabled its retractable door handles. OnStar and the MyCadillac app could not unlock the vehicle, and the family turned to ChatGPT, which...
8 Of The Rarest Chevy Corvettes – And What They're Worth Today
The article spotlights eight of the rarest Chevrolet Corvettes, ranging from the inaugural 1953 model to the limited‑edition 1996 Grand Sport, and details their current auction prices. Early examples like the 1953 Corvette now command over $200,000, while ultra‑rare variants...
Chase Infiniti Brings Cobalt Drama to ‘The Testaments’ Opening at Series Mania in Custom Louis Vuitton
Chase Infiniti debuted a custom cobalt gown at the Series Mania opening in Lille, marking another high‑profile appearance for the Louis Vuitton ambassador. The dramatic dress featured off‑shoulder ruffles, vertical ruching, and a lacquered sheen, contrasting with her lighter Oscars...
I’ve Never Seen the Mercedes CLR That Flipped at Le Mans Examined in Such Great Detail
The Mercedes‑Benz CLR, a LMGTP prototype derived from the CLK GTR, famously flipped three times during the 1999 24 Hours of Le Mans. YouTuber Mike Fernie recently documented an in‑depth examination of one surviving chassis at Germany’s Loh Collection, revealing how...
This French Porsche Cayman Rival Could Finally Come to the U.S.
Alpine is actively preparing its A110 sports car for a U.S. debut, having begun crash‑testing the model on American roads. CEO Philippe Krief has publicly stated that the A110 is the brand’s core offering and that a launch is under consideration,...
Gwyneth Paltrow Joins the Jude Date Mule Trend at the Muse Awards
Gwyneth Paltrow stepped onto the red carpet at the 46th New York Women in Film & Television Muse Awards wearing Jude’s black creased‑leather Date mule. The sleek peep‑toe shoe joins a growing celebrity roster that includes Rachel McAdams, Brooks Nader and Tessa Thompson. Paltrow...
Saks Fifth Avenue Store Closures Update: See the Full List of Doomed Locations in 12 States
Parent company Saks Global announced the closure of 15 additional retail locations, expanding its restructuring effort after filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January. The list includes the flagship Saks Fifth Avenue store on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, along with several other Saks...
New C8 Corvette Grand Sport Makes A Surprise Debut
Chevrolet unveiled the new C8 Corvette Grand Sport during the 12 Hours of Sebring, surprising attendees with a wide‑body kit, Admiral Blue paint and red hash‑mark graphics. The concept appears to conceal a rumored 6.7‑liter V8, while a hybrid‑powered Grand Sport X...
Aura Diamonds Custom Jewelry: Designing Unique Pieces with Precision and Style
Aura Diamonds offers a fully personalized jewelry service that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern digital tools. Clients begin with a personal story or gemstone, receive CAD sketches, and collaborate throughout the design and fabrication stages. The use of gold, platinum,...
Concrete Curtain House / FGR Architects
FGR Architects’ Concrete Curtain House, a 500 m² residence completed in 2023, interprets suburban complexity through a layered façade of rippling concrete columns and expansive glass. The concrete “curtain” functions as a brise‑soleil, delivering thermal performance while preserving privacy and allowing...
This Stunning Single-Seat Dallara Could Be Yours
Italian race car maker Dallara unveiled the Monoposto Stradale, a street‑legal, single‑seat hypercar. The car packs a 395‑horsepower, 2.3‑liter turbocharged engine paired with a six‑speed dual‑clutch transmission and extreme aerodynamic features. RM Sotheby’s will auction the one‑off vehicle in Monaco...
Casa La Ladera / Estudio Diagonal
Casa La Ladera, designed by Sebastián Armijo Oyarzún, is a 220 m² residence built in 2021 on a steep hillside overlooking Lake Puyehue in southern Chile. The project organizes two stepped volumes that follow the natural slope, reducing earthworks and creating...
From Court to Couture: This New Nike X Swarovski Air Jordan Makes Y2K Bling Cool Again
Nike and Swarovski have launched a crystal‑covered women’s Air Jordan 1 High OG, reviving the Y2K rhinestone aesthetic. The sneaker features selective Austrian crystal detailing, a padded ankle collar, and a high‑traction outsole, priced at $1,005. The drop includes a silver...
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Is a Giant Leap for Collectors
Omega unveiled a new version of its iconic Speedmaster Moonwatch in a striking black‑and‑white “reverse panda” dial, expanding the model’s aesthetic appeal for collectors. The watch is equipped with the Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861, an evolution of the NASA‑qualified...
Driven: 1991 Lotus Carlton Out-Accelerates a Ferrari 348
The 1991 Lotus Carlton transforms an Opel Omega sedan into a 372‑hp twin‑turbo machine capable of 175 mph, making it the fastest production sedan of its era. Lotus’s engineers reworked the engine, chassis, brakes and suspension, delivering a 0‑60 mph time of...
Clash of the Titans: A Comprehensive Guide to Blancpain Vs. Jaeger-LeCoultre
Blancpain and Jaeger‑LeCoultre, both Swiss Vallée de Joux powerhouses, represent divergent philosophies in high‑horology. Blancpain leans on its 1735 heritage, anti‑quartz purity and iconic dive watches like the Fifty Fathoms, while Jaeger‑LeCoultre emphasizes engineering breadth, supplying movements to the industry’s...
The Best Room At... One&Only Palmilla
One&Only Palmilla, a historic luxury resort in Los Cabos, traces its roots to a 1956 seaside retreat founded by Abelardo Rodríguez Jr. and actress Lucille Bremer. After One&Only assumed management in 2002 and completed a major renovation in 2004, the property expanded...
An Omega Store Just Opened in Austin, and I Tried On the Watch Every Chic Dresser Was Eyeing for Spring
Omega unveiled its first Texas flagship in Austin, celebrating the launch with brand ambassador Glen Powell and local watch experts. The store showcases iconic pieces such as the Seamaster and Speedmaster, but the Aqua Terra and a black‑face Constellation model stole...
With the Launch of Two New Lighting Collections, Lindsey Adelman Reaches for Something Out of This World
Celebrated lighting designer Lindsey Adelman, marking 20 years in business, unveiled two new collections—Andromeda and Illuminated Mobiles II—at shows in Paris and Los Angeles. Andromeda offers meteorite‑inspired chandeliers and sconces with interchangeable suspension and finishes ranging from brass to marble veneer....
Where to Stay for the Kentucky Derby, According to a Longtime Louisvillian
The Kentucky Derby draws roughly 150,000 fans, causing a sharp surge in Louisville lodging prices and a near‑sell‑out of hotels and Airbnbs. Travelers are advised to book a three‑night stay—Thursday through Sunday—and consider an extra recovery night at normal rates....
Wooden Blocks / YH2 Architecture
YH2 Architecture’s 2020 Wooden Blocks residence spans 3,750 ft² on a rocky outcrop above Lake Memphremagog. The house consists of two offset cedar volumes – a lower block anchored to the slope and a floating upper block – creating a double‑height overlap...
Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana, Unveils the Art of Weddings
Tanah Gajah, a boutique resort near Ubud, has launched "The Art of Weddings," a curated suite of wedding packages set against its iconic Elephant Gate and open‑air amphitheatre. The resort can host up to 350 guests in the amphitheatre and...
Qatar Eyes 10% Stake in Italy’s Golden Goose, Corriere Says
Qatar Investment Authority is preparing to acquire roughly a 10% stake in Italian sneaker brand Golden Goose, according to Corriere della Sera. The move follows HSG’s December acquisition of a majority stake from Permira, which valued Golden Goose at just...
Strong Silhouettes and Sustainable Design Define This New Lamp by Marset and Mathias Hahn
Marset’s new Gambosa table lamp, designed by Mathias Hahn, merges strong geometric silhouettes with bold colour options. Constructed from three steel components, the lamp’s base, stem and shade appear to float, while the shade is offered in opaque pale pink,...
This Sydney Penthouse Frames Harbour Views Through Minimalist, Monochromatic Interiors
Architecture studio Mathieson, together with SJB and landscape designer Dangar Barin Smith, unveiled the Kurrava Penthouse in Sydney, a high‑rise duplex commissioned by developer Third.i. The design pairs floor‑to‑ceiling glazing with a restrained monochromatic palette of limestone, marble, wire‑brushed oak...
XiaoZhuo Flagship Store / Offhand Practice
Emerging fashion label XiaoZhuo opened its flagship store in a 1930s heritage garden house on Shanghai’s Wukang Road. The 760 m² renovation preserves the historic façade while introducing a continuous green path that links two outdoor yards and five storeys, blurring...
This Is Alfa Romeo's Porsche Boxster Rival That Never Happened
Former Alfa Romeo designer Manuel Diaz revealed a 2008 sketch for a mid‑engine sports car meant to rival the Porsche Boxster. The concept, featuring Alfa’s signature trilobe grille and sleek convertible lines, was intended to position Alfa against premium rivals...
Amazon Big Spring Watch Deals Are Already Ticking
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale runs March 25‑31, offering early discounts on a wide range of watches. Discounts span 14% to 51% on premium and mid‑tier brands such as Breitling, Seiko, Citizen, Alpina, and Timex. The event is open to all...
Johanna Ortiz Fall 2026: A Madrid Debut
Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz presented her Fall 2026 collection at Mercedes‑Benz Fashion Week Madrid, marking her first runway show in the city. The line broadened her portfolio beyond cocktail dresses, adding separates, outerwear and Tolero‑inspired jackets that fuse bohemian glamour with...
From the Archive: Beth Levine’s Groundbreaking Footwear Designs
Beth Levine, co‑founder of Herbert Levine Inc., revolutionized footwear with inventions such as the clear‑plastic heel, zipper‑free stretch boot, and steel‑reinforced stilettos. Her Spring‑o‑Lator elastic transformed mules, while collaborations with designers like Halston and Azzedine Alaïa placed her shoes on runways and...
Antler Marks One Year of the Heritage Collection with New Forest Green Colourway
Antler is celebrating the first anniversary of its Heritage Collection, the company’s most premium luggage line, by unveiling a new Forest Green colourway. The rollout introduces a Forest Green Heritage Stripe Cabin priced at £310 and a matching Trunk at...
Ferrari Is Recalling the 12Cilindri Because the Window Tint Is Too Dark
Ferrari announced a recall of 80 12Cilindri models sold in the United States because the rear and side window tint is too dark to meet federal safety standards. NHTSA documents show the glass fails to provide the required 70 percent...
Looking Back at Ralph Lauren's Interiors Style Over The Years
Ralph Lauren began as a neck‑tie label in 1967 and quickly expanded into full menswear, womenswear, and a pioneering home collection in 1983, becoming the first American fashion house to sell furniture and décor. Over six decades the brand has...
EXCLUSIVE: Kris Van Assche on Gearing Up for His Milan Design Week Debut
Belgian designer Kris Van Assche is debuting his "Nectar Vessels Bronzes" sculpture series at Milan Design Week, hosted by Fondazione Sozzani. The 14‑piece collection, produced in partnership with Laffanour and cast at France’s Fodor Foundry, blends matte lacquer exteriors with luminous...
How Demna’s Casting Drove Gucci to the Top of Fashion Month Rankings
Demna Gvasalia’s debut as Gucci’s creative director catapulted the brand to the second‑most‑viewed runway show worldwide for Fall 2026, according to Tagwalk data. A star‑studded cast of models, influencers, rappers and athletes, collectively boasting 68.9 million followers, drove view spikes of 215‑332 percent...
2027 GMC Yukon Channels the Iconic Typhoon with New Supercharged V-8
General Motors filed VIN paperwork showing the 2027 GMC Yukon will offer a new LT4 supercharged 6.2‑liter V‑8, borrowed from the Cadillac Escalade‑V. This adds a fourth engine choice, putting the Yukon ahead of its Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban siblings,...
King Charles Spent Roughly $5 Million on a House to Protect Queen Camilla’s Privacy
King Charles purchased The Old Mill in Reybridge, Wiltshire for roughly $5 million, completing the deal in March 2025 through Frisa Nominees Ltd, a firm tied to senior palace aides. The four‑bedroom property sits adjacent to Queen Camilla’s Ray Mill House,...
LeBron James Flaunts Rare Custom Maybach As A True One-Of-One
LeBron James unveiled a one‑of‑one custom Mercedes‑Maybach S 680 via Instagram. The vehicle, built through Mercedes’ MANUFAKTUR Made‑to‑Measure program, bears his “King” logo on the body, dashboard and headrests and comes in a light ivory finish. Only two such cars are...
Porsche Cayenne Ultra EVO Pre-Runner Is Ready To Take On The Desert With 650 HP And 8 Extra Inches Of...
Eurowise Offroad has unveiled the Cayenne Ultra EVO, a limited‑edition, carbon‑widebody transformation of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. The remodel boosts output to roughly 650 horsepower and 750 lb‑ft of torque, adds eight inches of width, and features a bespoke long‑travel suspension...
Bella Freud on Fashion and the Art of Getting People to Open Up | The BoF Podcast
Bella Freud, founder of the eponymous label since 1990, built her business on modest beginnings and a pivotal early market in Japan. After surviving cash‑flow crises, a chance production of 50 "Ginsberg is God" sweaters sparked a revival, eventually leading...
First Look: Toast Expands U.S. Retail Footprint With Los Angeles Opening
British lifestyle brand Toast opened its first West Coast store in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, extending a retail rollout that began in New York. The brand’s digital‑first approach, with 70% of sales online, used e‑commerce data to pinpoint high‑engagement U.S. markets before...