Supercars

Volvo were kind enough to supply us with a Bursting Blue example of the new Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD R-Design Pro.
Before we get too carried away, we have to warn you, this is a spoiler alert. The XC60 is magnificent.
This is probably one of the most technically advanced car we’ve driven but is also one the most complete, accomplished packages we’ve seen. All of the driver aides (we’ll come on to them later) and all of the very impressive technology that make the XC60 what it is, work seamlessly and in harmony with each other.

Bentley Motors launched the new Bentley EXP 100 GT electric supercar of the future at their headquarters in Crewe. CW1 House, normally used as a car showroom for visitors and clients, had been reimagined as an earth, air, fire and water fantasy home of the future. I sat down amidst this light extravaganza with Bentley’s Head of Interior Design, Brett Boydell, to chat about the new luxury project that was to be unveiled in an hour on the platform before us.

Bentley Motors celebrates its 100th birthday today by unveiling its vision of the future of luxury mobility at The Home of Bentley in Crewe. The Bentley EXP 100 GT is a physical embodiment of the future Bentley brand, reimagining Grand Touring for the future.
Beyond mere mobility, the Bentley EXP 100 GT concept car will enhance the owner’s Grand Touring experience, whether driving or being driven autonomously.

It's a lovely hot day, the sun is shining and I’m in the McLaren secret garden at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with Rob Melville, director of Design at McLaren. As I finish off an extremely good chocolate mousse we get stuck into the reason for being here. The launch of the new McLaren GT.

Lexus is to extend its LC flagship coupe range, confirming today that a dramatically styled open-top version of the car will go into production in the near future.
Visitors to the Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend will witness the world debut of an LC convertible prototype in action when it appears on the famous hill course. The new Lexus will take its place among some of the world’s most exclusive and prestigious cars at the world famous motoring celebration.

The Duke of Richmond has today formally opened the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed and launched Airspeeder – the thrilling airborne motorsport for a new generation of race fans – by dropping the flag on the world’s first full-size quadcopter racing event.

International Excellence Magazine will be in Crewe when Bentley Motors will reveal the future of grand touring to the world on 10 July, 2019 – the company’s official 100th birthday.
A physical embodiment of the future Bentley brand, and created in the company’s centenary year, the Bentley EXP 100 GT is a transformative zero emissions concept car that will inspire extraordinary human experiences through a perfect blend of technology and craftsmanship.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles today announced two moves in its leadership team. Davide Grasso, former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NIKE’s Converse, joins FCA and is named Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Maserati. Grasso also is appointed to the Company’s Group Executive Council (GEC).
While at Converse, Grasso engineered that iconic brand for long-term sustainable growth. His previous experience includes a string of successes at NIKE, where he served in numerous leadership positions, including Chief Marketing Officer for the Nike brand.

The special edition production of Ford Mustang Bullitt – celebrating the 50th anniversary the legendary Warner Bros. film starring Steve McQueen – is to be extended into 2020.
Following a popular first run of production, in which the full 2018 quota was sold shortly after announcement, production into 2020 has now been confirmed and gone on sale.

Following an initial development programme of simulated aerodynamic testing in Italy, Automobili Pininfarina has revealed its stunning Blu Iconica Battista with new design details at the Turin Outdoor Auto Show.
The evolution of the Battista’s design as it heads into its development programme resulted in design detail upgrades that have redefined the front of the Battista and reinforced its hypercar look and feel, presenting an even greater visual connection between front and back.