Transportation
Take a considered look at the fast-moving world of transportation, from new innovations, conceptual designs to revived classics. If it moves us then you’ll find it here
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The vehicles of Vice City join the real world courtesy of LA-based West Coast CustomsAs part of the build-up to the long-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI, Rockstar Games has commissioned six fully functional versions of cars from the game to prowl the streets of Miami
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Meet the Electra Aero EL9, an aircraft that might just revolutionise point-to-point travelUsing the aerodynamic concept of high-lift blown wings, American start-up Electra Aero wants to revolutionise the market for short hops away from conventional airports
By Josh Sims Published
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The Cupra Raval is the Spanish brand’s newest EV. We talk design with Cupra’s Jorge DíezHow does Cupra distil so much design innovation and energy into a compact car within the constraints of mass production? Cupra’s Jorge Díez and Francesca Sangalli walk Wallpaper* around the new Raval to decode its multiple layers of character
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The 1970 psychedelic Porsche 917 racing car that pre-empted the art car movementThe ‘Hippie Car’ Porsche 917 featured a zeitgeist-capturing livery on one of the most successful racing cars of the 1970s
By Rory FH Smith Published
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Brabus is bringing its ‘dark luxury’ aesthetic to the rarefied world of motor yachtsGerman performance automotive specialist Brabus is expanding its remit, taking in motorbikes, real estate developments and motor yachts. CEO Constantin Buschmann tells us about the brand’s nautical journey
By Josh Sims Published
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The future used to be faster: INK’s Supersonic show celebrates the art and style of ConcordeThe world’s first supersonic airliner made its debut scheduled flight half a century ago. Twenty-three years after it retired, London-based agency INK puts the dramatic Anglo-French collaboration back in the spotlight
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The KTM X-Bow GT-XA is a hardcore road car built around true racing pedigreeAustrian outfit KTM has announced the X-Bow GT-XA for the American market, a two-seater carbon fibre supercar with a jet fighter-inspired canopy
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Clone Wars: nine Chinese off-roaders that look set to take the UK by stormThe Land Rover Defender has been a much admired and imitated over its forty-plus year history. Now a fresh wave of Defender-inspired vehicles are making an appearance
By Jeremy Taylor Published
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Down came a Spider: Aston Martin’s Valhalla loses its top to become an even bigger extrovertA supercar for making a grand entrance, the new Aston Martin Valhalla Spider is the manufacturer’s fastest ever open-topped machine
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The OG compact city car is back: welcome to the world of the all-new Smart #2The Smart #2 EV made its long-awaited debut at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, demonstrating that the original is sometimes the best
By Jonathan Bell Published
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What’s new and hot in the world of high-end yachting, courtesy of the launches at MYS 2026The Monaco Yacht Show can always be counted on for a display of nautical excess. We took a tender around Port Hercule to experience the newest and most notable launches at the 2026 event
By Rory FH Smith Published
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The 2026 Corvette is a class act, an American car that does itself proud on European roadsRemarkably, the latest Corvettes are still built for right-hand-drive markets. We experience the E-Ray version of this all-American classic in the UK to see if it feels like a fish out of water
By Jonathan Bell Published
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With the Mission S Vision, Porsche sets a course towards a refined era of supercar designMaking its debut on the New York waterfront, the Porsche Mission S Vision Model previews the manufacturer’s next-generation halo supercar
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Peugeot seeks a return to 1980s hot-hatch glory with its new E-208 GTiThe new Peugeot E-208 GTi updates the zesty performance hatchback for the all-electric era
By Jonathan Bell Published
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With the dramatic Nexera Vision concept, Acura is doubling down on its sporting heritageUnveiled at The Quail during Monterey Car Week 2026, the Acura Nexera Vision is a two-seater super-coupé designed to reinvigorate the status of Honda’s North American luxury and performance division
By Shawn Adams Published
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What’s new and notable at Mondial de l’Auto 2026, from sporting concepts to compact city carsIs the much-heralded Euro-renaissance in car design a real thing and what exactly is it up against? We take a tour of the Paris Motor Show to find out
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Stellantis launches six striking concept cars to spearhead its Fast Lane 2030 strategyEurope’s second-largest car-maker has hit a six at the 2026 Mondial de l’Auto in Paris, showcasing a collection of concept cars from Fiat, Peugeot, Citroën and more
By Jonathan Bell Published
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We take to the trails of Nevada to experience the new Mini Countryman Untamed EditionWith amplified abilities, design tweaks and lifestyle-appropriate accessories, the Untamed Edition of Mini’s Countryman SUV wants you to head out into the wild
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The compact EV comes of age in the wedgy shape of the excellent Hyundai Ioniq 3With the Ioniq 3, Hyundai has created a Euro-focused small EV that tops the class for performance, range and value
By Adam Hay-Nicholls Published
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The Jaguar Type 01 is finally here to herald the brand’s electric era. Can the cat strike back?All new, all powerful and not without a side helping of controversy, the Jaguar Type 01 wants to be the ultimate luxury EV for four, re-shaping the company’s history in the process
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Lexus ES is a calm, unflustered upscale EV with flashes of quirky charmIn a world dominated by SUVs, the all-electric Lexus ES stands out with its flowing fastback form
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Sunreef Brabus Ultima 55 is a swift and stealthy supercar for the wavesWhat do you get if you cross a German purveyor of automobile extremism with an innovative Polish shipyard? Meet the Sunreef Brabus Ultima 55, a catamaran for the most brand-conscious, performance-hungry sailor
By Josh Sims Published
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Aston Martin bolsters its luxury credentials by debuting the DBX GT at its new Mayfair venueThe Aston Martin DBX GT made its debut at Q London in Berkeley Square, a new destination for the brand in the heart of the capital
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Magnifica Air's all-business approach to luxury air travel is getting ready for take offAs its launch date draws near, we talk to Magnifica Air’s Wade Black about the airline's unique offering
By Josh Sims Published
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Lepas explores the future of automotive design at the V&ABespoke Partnership
As part of London’s Global Design Forum, a panel presented by Lepas brought together fresh perspectives on the future of automotive design
By Camille Tenneson Published
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Rossinavi unveils M/Y HEED, an aluminium superyacht with interiors by Achille SalvagniMaking its global debut at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show, M/Y HEED is the newest build from Italian shipyard Rossinavi. We take a tour of the unique Achille Salvagni-designed interiors
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Scale, pace and grace are integral to Royal Huisman’s mighty Project 410 sailing yachtRevealed for the first time, the secretive Project 410 is Royal Huisman’s take on a truly massive single-masted superyacht
By Jonathan Bell Published


