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Dacia reveals its futuREady strategy: four EVs and the new Striker crossover
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11/03/2026

Dacia reveals its futuREady strategy: four EVs and the new Striker crossover

Dacia is preparing its roadmap toward 2030, outlining a clear vision for the future of affordable mobility in Europe. The plan combines continued growth, electrification, and the launch of new models including a completely new C-segment crossover called the Striker.

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Porsche 959 SC in Rubystone Red: a legend reborn with 850 horsepower
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11/03/2026

Porsche 959 SC in Rubystone Red: a legend reborn with 850 horsepower

Some cars define an era. Others are so far ahead of their time that they remain relevant decades later. The Porsche 959 firmly belongs in that second category and thanks to the work of Bruce Canepa, the legend is evolving once again.

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Alpine accelerates its electric strategy with the new Alpine Performance Platform
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11/03/2026

Alpine accelerates its electric strategy with the new Alpine Performance Platform

After years of carefully rebuilding its identity, Alpine is now entering its most ambitious phase yet. The French performance brand, part of the Renault Group, has confirmed a major expansion of its model range while simultaneously preparing what it describes as the most important technological leap in its history.

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Lamborghini Miura turns 60: the car that invented the supercar
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11/03/2026

Lamborghini Miura turns 60: the car that invented the supercar

In 2026, Lamborghini celebrates 60 years of the Miura, the car widely regarded as the first true supercar in history. When it made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show on March 10, 1966, the Miura was not just another fast Italian GT. It introduced a completely new idea of what a high-performance road car could be.

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Mercedes-Benz VLE: Mercedes redefines the luxury MPV with its new electric Grand Limousine
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10/03/2026

Mercedes-Benz VLE: Mercedes redefines the luxury MPV with its new electric Grand Limousine

With the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz VLE, Mercedes-Benz is opening a completely new chapter in the brand’s long history. Built on the brand-new Van Architecture, the fully electric VLE aims to combine limousine-level comfort with the flexibility and practicality of an MPV.

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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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