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One of the most important McLaren F1 GTRs ever built is quietly up for sale
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10/03/2026

One of the most important McLaren F1 GTRs ever built is quietly up for sale

Few race cars from the 1990s carry the same legendary status as the McLaren F1 GTR. Born from the iconic road-going McLaren F1, the GTR quickly became one of the most dominant endurance racing machines of its era.

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Mercedes-AMG G 63 Edition Performance: AMG launches exclusive G-Class for the Japanese market
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10/03/2026

Mercedes-AMG G 63 Edition Performance: AMG launches exclusive G-Class for the Japanese market

The legendary Mercedes-AMG G 63 receives yet another exclusive variant. With the introduction of the Mercedes-AMG G 63 Edition Performance, Mercedes-AMG presents a special model focused on performance, striking design and collector-level exclusivity.

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Audi RS 3 Competition Limited: Audi celebrates 50 years of the legendary five-cylinder
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10/03/2026

Audi RS 3 Competition Limited: Audi celebrates 50 years of the legendary five-cylinder

Some engines are more than just engineering. They are automotive heritage. And for Audi, the five-cylinder engine is exactly that. To celebrate 50 years of five-cylinder technology, Audi Sport has unveiled the exclusive Audi RS 3 Competition Limited, a special edition of the RS 3 limited to just 750 units worldwide.

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Porsche Cayenne S Electric: Porsche expands its electric Cayenne lineup
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10/03/2026

Porsche Cayenne S Electric: Porsche expands its electric Cayenne lineup

The electrification of the SUV segment continues at full speed for Porsche. With the introduction of the Porsche Cayenne S Electric, the brand adds a new variant to its fully electric Cayenne lineup. The new model positions itself between the entry-level Cayenne Electric and the flagship Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric.

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Max Verstappen targets the 24 Hours of Nürburgring with a Mercedes-AMG GT3
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09/03/2026

Max Verstappen targets the 24 Hours of Nürburgring with a Mercedes-AMG GT3

It has long been clear that Max Verstappen has a deep passion for endurance racing. Now that passion is becoming reality. Verstappen Racing has officially confirmed its participation in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in 2026.

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Did you know the very first Ferrari FXX has already covered over 16,000 kilometers on track?
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09/03/2026

Did you know the very first Ferrari FXX has already covered over 16,000 kilometers on track?

German owner Eberhard Jung has owned this Ferrari FXX since 2007, and he still uses it exactly the way Ferrari intended: driving it hard on racetracks around the world. Over the years, he has accumulated more than 16,000 kilometers.

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Canepa reimagines an icon: the first Porsche Carrera GT Sport Canepa (SC) has been unveiled
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09/03/2026

Canepa reimagines an icon: the first Porsche Carrera GT Sport Canepa (SC) has been unveiled

California-based Porsche expert Canepa has revealed its latest project during the prestigious Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance: the Porsche Carrera GT Sport Canepa, better known as the Carrera GT SC.

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Did you know: Shaquille O'Neal had a unique Lucid Air coupe built so he could actually fit inside?
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08/03/2026

Did you know: Shaquille O'Neal had a unique Lucid Air coupe built so he could actually fit inside?

Most luxury electric sedans are designed with comfort and space in mind. But sometimes even that isn’t enough. For Shaquille O'Neal, who stands 2.16 meters tall and weighs over 140 kilograms, a standard Lucid Air simply wasn’t practical.

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Volkswagen delivers its two-millionth electric vehicle: a milestone for the ID family
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08/03/2026

Volkswagen delivers its two-millionth electric vehicle: a milestone for the ID family

Volkswagen has just reached another significant milestone in its transformation: the brand has now delivered two million fully electric vehicles to customers worldwide, the anniversary vehicle is a Volkswagen ID.3.

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Did you know the Ferrari 250 GTO is officially considered a work of art?
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08/03/2026

Did you know the Ferrari 250 GTO is officially considered a work of art?

The legendary Ferrari 250 GTO received a remarkable designation from an Italian court: it is officially protected as a work of industrial design with artistic value. In other words, according to the law, this Ferrari stands on the same cultural level as a painting or sculpture.

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Lotus unveils the Lotus Eletre X: an unexpected return of gasoline power
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08/03/2026

Lotus unveils the Lotus Eletre X: an unexpected return of gasoline power

Not so long ago, the Lotus Emira was presented as the last Lotus ever to feature a combustion engine. Yet the British brand is now introducing a hybrid variant of its large electric SUV: the Eletre X.

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Audi quietly stops orders for the Audi A8 in Germany
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08/03/2026

Audi quietly stops orders for the Audi A8 in Germany

Another chapter in the era of classic luxury sedans may be coming to a close. Audi has quietly stopped taking orders for the Audi A8 in Germany, its home market. Since February 18, customers have no longer been able to configure Audi’s flagship sedan through the brand’s German configurator.

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Japan celebrates TE37 Day: iconic Volk Racing TE37 gets its own official holiday
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07/03/2026

Japan celebrates TE37 Day: iconic Volk Racing TE37 gets its own official holiday

The automotive world has plenty of icons: legendary cars, historic racetracks, and famous manufacturers. The Japan Anniversary Association has officially declared March 7 as “TE37 Day”, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the legendary Volk Racing TE37.

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