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by Jay Traugott Sometimes a fully-loaded Mercedes-Benz S-Class just isn't good enough for the ultra-wealthy. That's 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, that's not enough. The Mercedes-Maybach S 680 is everything we love about the S 580 and then some. Mercedes says it's the most powerful Maybach it sells today and, despite its large size, promises some driver engagement thanks to advanced systems, says Mercedes. The luxury ...

An Interior Only Ferrari Can Do The two-passenger cockpit's 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 Superfast's. 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 lightness with the rest of the cabin. Another noteworthy design element is the gear-gate theme in ...

This is the one we've been waiting for. The 2022 Hyundai Kona N is the hot crossover that's set to challenge the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz like never before. No, it's 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 that'll be a hoot to drive. And like every Hyundai past and present, it'll be an excellent value. The Kona N has been in the works for quite some time. The South Korean automaker released a few teasers along the way, so it's no secret a high-performance ver...

The Honda Civic has been a cornerstone of the Japanese automaker's 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. It's packed with advanced safety systems, an upgraded chassis, powertrain improvements, and far less edgy exterior and interior styling. As consumers flock in even greater number...

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 combination of new insulation materials, new operating mechanism, and other sealing improvements make ...