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The LA Auto Show is gearing up for its 2025 edition, and this year’s event promises to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. Taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 21–30, the show will once again transform over a million square feet of exhibit space into a paradise for car enthusiasts, industry insiders, and anyone fascinated by cutting-edge design and performance. For exotic car fans, the 2025 show is shaping up to deliver a strong mix of global debuts, next-generation performance models, and eye-catching concept cars. While the lineup spans everything from EVs to…
The mid-engine sports car segment has never been stronger, and two models continue to stand out for enthusiasts: the Lotus Emira and the Porsche 718 Cayman. Both offer great design, performance, and a thrilling driving experience, but they appeal to different types of drivers. Here’s a clean, straightforward comparison to help determine which one delivers the better overall exotic sports car experience. Overview The Lotus Emira is the final internal-combustion sports car from Lotus, making it a symbolic end to the brand’s long history of pure, lightweight performance machines. With exotic styling and a strong focus on driver engagement, the…
Some stars collect cars for attention. Others do it because they respect the craftsmanship, heritage, and emotion that classic vehicles represent. Among the world’s most dedicated collectors, a few iconic names rise above the rest. Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren built a fashion empire on timeless style, and his classic car collection reflects that same passion. He owns some of the most valuable and admired vehicles in existence, including a Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic from the late 1930s and a Ferrari 250 GTO. His cars have appeared in museums and at prestigious events across the globe. To Lauren, a great automobile…
If you’ve lived in St. Paul for more than a few months, you already know — this city keeps drivers on their toes. Between those snow-packed winters, random construction zones, and the occasional pothole that could swallow a tire whole, getting around isn’t just about having a car. It’s about having one you can truly count on. Reliability isn’t a fancy word — it’s a lifeline. It’s waking up on a freezing morning, turning your key, and hearing your car start without hesitation. It’s not having to second-guess whether you’ll make it to work, the grocery store, or that weekend…
McLaren is entering 2025 with unmistakable momentum. With its production cars earning widespread praise and its Formula 1 program enjoying a dominant season, the British marque is marking the moment with a one-of-a-kind creation: Project Viva, a bespoke McLaren 750S built to celebrate both Las Vegas’s 100th anniversary and McLaren’s multiple World Constructors’ Championships. Designed by McLaren Special Operations (MSO), Project Viva demonstrates the full extent of the team’s artistic and engineering capabilities. Rather than channeling the neon glow of the Las Vegas Strip—which doubles as a long straightaway in the 3.8-mile Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit—the car uses a…
You are aware of this car’s weight, though. At over two tonnes, there’s a lot of mass to deal with. While that wasn’t enough to trouble the grip of the tyres on the dry day of our test, you do get the sense this car isn’t overly keen on quick changes of direction. The steering is precise for an electric SUV, and while lacking in feel and feedback, weighs up in a consistent manner when you’re pressing on. We found the steering to be artificially heavy in its sport setting; normal mode suits the car better. Our test car had…
Perhaps most importantly of all, however, is that the new powertrain is able to deliver impressive fuel consumption, too. Our week behind the wheel – which covered all types of roads, including plenty of motorway miles and acceleration testing – liberated an average fuel consumption of roughly 53mpg. Sure, that doesn’t quite match the N-Connecta’s official 61.4mpg claim, but for a car in this class, it’s still very impressive. Further financial savings come at service time, because this new e-Power has 12,000-mile intervals – up from the previous 9,000 miles. The updated e-Power looks pretty much identical to before, but…
A 215bhp electric motor spins the rear axle. It can be a bit hesitant from standstill, but the motor delivers good, smooth acceleration around town, with noticeably diminishing returns as you pass 60mph. There’s enough punch for overtaking, though. People driving their first electric car will be pleasantly surprised, but 0-62mph in 7.9 seconds feels about par these days. Advertisement – Article continues belowThe UK-tuned suspension set-up is lucky dip: body control is great over speed bumps, but every road contour is transmitted into the cabin, making the S07 fidget like a teenage maths class. And in fast corners, it…
Sure, the Evija is a mutil-million pound hypercar, but its steering is incredible and I’d love to have found a similarly communicative hydraulic set-up here. As much as it pains me to say it, the Alpine A110 feels more like a Lotus than the Emira does. Beyond an engine that really needs to be in its naughtiest mode to feel good, the gearbox is another frustration. At low speeds, switching from drive to reverse and back again requires a couple of nudges on the lever. It’s also so slow to respond that you’re never quite sure if car and driver…
I like the car’s exterior looks, and despite hoping for the Alfa red, the Arese Grey with Black Roof (£700 option) is classy. The Junior Veloce looks different outside, with a lower ride height compared with the other versions, so it leans more towards a hot hatch than a compact SUV, but done with Alfa style. Advertisement – Article continues belowIt has upgraded brakes and the bright-red branded calipers stand out within the 20-inch four-spoke wheels. There is also a subtle red bodykit along the sides and rear, with a larger lower grille at the front, while the grille above…