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by Jay Traugott Sometimes a fully-loaded Mercedes-Benz S-Class just isnt good enough for the ultra-wealthy. Thats where the Maybach brand comes in. Meet the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680, a V12 version of the already formidable Mercedes-Maybach S 580 that was revealed last year. The latter has a twin-turbo V8 and for some, thats not enough. The Mercedes-Maybach S 680 is everything we love about the S 580 and then some. Mercedes says its the most powerful Maybach it sells today and, despite its la...

An Interior Only Ferrari Can Do The two-passenger cockpits general layout remains largely the same as that of the 812 Superfast. The design of main dash and door panels have not been altered, though the latter has been is now composed of lighter-weight materials. The flat-bottom steering wheel is also identical to the Superfasts. Four large air vents are displayed dominantly. The door panel pockets sticks out from the main structure with a "floating" design element, creating a greater sense of ...

This is the one weve been waiting for. The 2022 Hyundai Kona N is the hot crossover thats set to challenge the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz like never before. No, its not a supercar killer by any stretch of the imagination, but it does have serious power and performance, upgraded features, and enhanced styling bundled up for a package thatll be a hoot to drive. And like every Hyundai past and present, itll be an excellent value. The Kona N has been in the works for quite some time. The South ...

The Honda Civic has been a cornerstone of the Japanese automakers lineup for nearly half a century. And despite the rise of crossovers, the Civic lives. However, the coupe body style has been dropped for the all-new eleventh generation model, leaving only the sedan and hatchback. Today, the 2022 Honda Civic Sedan has arrived, which Honda claims is the most technologically advanced and fun-to-drive generation so far. Its packed with advanced safety systems, an upgraded chassis, powertrain improv...

Enhanced Styling The most obvious exterior feature is the new tailored soft top. It can be raised and lowered in just 19 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph. A total of seven roof colors are available, among them Black, Blue, Claret, Grey, and a modern-day interpretation of British tweed. There are even eight interior roof liner finishes like New Red and Magnolia. Bentley says the advanced Z-fold roof has undergone high levels of noise reduction to keep the cabin ultra quiet at cruising speeds. A co...

Toyota had several options regarding the second generation 86 sports car. Never an especially strong seller, the quick and easy decision could have been to let the original model age out with no successor. CEO Akio Toyoda, whos pledged to build more emotional cars, did not accept that. Therefore, two alternatives remained: update an existing and proven formula or take a radically different and pricier approach. The former was chosen and we couldnt be happier. The new 2022 Toyota GR 86 (GR stand...

Sleek And Aerodynamic Exterior Kia wanted to avoid the typical-looking crossover so it charted a new path. Notice the reinterpretation of the brands "tiger face" grille, now dubbed the "Digital Tiger Face" with an overall sleeker appearance that includes daytime running lights and a sequential dynamic light pattern. A wide and low air intake can be found beneath it. Moving to the sides, youll notice a character line running beneath the doors as it heads towards the rear end where it curves upwa...

Classic Sportwagon Styling, With A Twist The Taycan Cross Turismos unique roofline is longer and flatter compared to that of the sedan. To emphasize its off-road adventure capabilities, Porsche added a standard roof transport system that integrates nicely into the roof rails along with a rear-mounted bike rack, courtesy of Tequipment. The rest of the EVs body includes fender extensions, unique rocker panels, and a slightly reworked front and rear fascia. The ride height has been increased by 0....

Sexier Exterior Styling Although it rides on the same CMA platform as the XC40 Recharge, the C40 has a completely unique exterior. Its coupe-like styling comes by way of a lower roofline that tapers more directly into the rear end. The taillights are integrated into the sides of the tailgate and a small spoiler has been added for both aesthetic and aerodynamic purposes. The front-end design is new and different from that of the XC40. In fact, the C40 introduces a new face for fully electrified ...

This is the car many enthusiasts have been waiting for, although its been rumored for months. And now its finally here. Presenting the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance, a V8-powered Japanese hot-rod sedan that also represents the naturally aspirated engines final hurrah. In the very near future, this motor will no longer meet emissions requirements, but Lexus wanted to make sure it went out with a bang. The 2022 Lexus IS 500 is a rear-wheel-drive compact sedan that, in base form, was refre...