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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Fiat hopes retro-seeking lightning will strike twice with its new Grande Panda
This is the new Fiat Grande Panda, a compact hybrid and electric car that brings delightful design back to a well-loved model
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Rivian's second-gen R1 brings new utility, bold graphics and a richly designed interior
Californian EV maker Rivian has updated its flagship R1 SUV and pick-up, increasing their range, ability, and overall ambience with a blend of luxury and utility
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Vessev’s elegant VS-9 electric foiling ferry makes sea travel smoother and more efficient
Soon to grace the waters off Auckland, New Zealand, the Vessev VS-9 is a pioneering electric passenger boat for a zero-emission future
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Inside Bombardier Inc’s new jet manufacturing centre by NEUF architect(e)s
NEUF architect(e)s’ new campus for Canadian aerospace giant Bombardier mixes heavy industry with precision tech, and is set alongside Toronto Pearson International Airport
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The subtly revised Rolls-Royce Cullinan offers clients an instantly commanding presence
A Rolls-Royce is no longer the ‘best car in the world,’ but the best way to make your mark on automotive culture. Cullinan Series II goes even further into the world of branded storytelling and subtle oneupmanship
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Super saloon: HWA EVO is an exacting recreation of a 1990s performance icon
The Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 EVO II is reborn as the HWA EVO, a limited-edition supercar created from a family saloon
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Karoo Adventure is a rugged but lightweight camping solution for the EV era
Compact, sleek and endlessly flexible, Karoo’s Adventure camper is billed as the perfect companion for short stays in nature for those who like creature comforts on a modest scale
By Jonathan Bell Published
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An E-Type like no other: a classic Jaguar gets the Helm and Bill Amberg treatment
The ‘Rhode Island Commission’ is the second car in Helm’s limited run of bespoke restored Jaguar E-Types. As before, it’s involved close collaboration with Bill Amberg Studio to reach new heights of craft
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Orbea’s award-winning Diem e-bike offers performance, choice and style
Spanish bicycle manufacturer Orbea has brought its racing experience to bear on the new Orbea e-bike, a high performing machine pitched at urban use
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Concept Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed and BMW Concept Skytop offer drop-top dreams
BMW and Mercedes-AMG open up with two new convertible concepts, one pitched at performance, the other at the spirit of the good life
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The enduring Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has elevated itself to cult classic status
At a time when the SUV is ever more divisive, Jeep continues to provide the friendly face of off-roading with its evergreen and exceptionally capable Wrangler
By Jonathan Bell Published
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New Kia EV3 shows how the Korean brand’s bold aesthetic approach works at any scale
The newly revealed Kia EV3 has all the chunky, geometric appeal of the bigger EV9 in a compact and clever package
By Guy Bird Published
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2024 Mazda MX-5 defines the modern sports car
In a sector currently untroubled by electrification, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster retains its crown as the best-ever compact convertible
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Caon Design Office and Woolmark reshape the form and feel of airline seats
The Modulo concept for a new generation of airline seats uses Merino wool as the primary surface, proposing a fresh approach to materials for transportation design
By Jonathan Bell Published
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KRUG Expedition’s high and mighty new camper pairs raw power with elegant accommodation
The KRUG Expedition Bedrock XT2, created with Arctic Trucks, is a triple-axle off-grid expedition vehicle designed for all conceivable kinds of adventure
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Sports carmaker McLaren enters the performance e-bike market
McLaren Bikes’ four new machines bring speed, technology and style to electric mountain biking
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Peugeot E-3008 sets new standards for electric SUV design
The Peugeot E-3008 is an alluring electric car that combines neat lines, smart tech and an idiosyncratic interior
By Jonathan Bell Published
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BMW launches its latest supermodel, the BMW XM Mystique Allure
The haute couture-inspired BMW XM Mystique Allure, dedicated to Naomi Campbell and with a soundtrack by composer Hans Zimmer, makes its debut at Cannes International Film Festival 2024
By Simon Mills Published
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Aston Martin Vantage review: we take the wheel to find out if it makes the supercar grade
The new Aston Martin Vantage is an upgrade on every conceivable metric, resulting in a machine with more power, luxury and dynamic ability than ever before
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Carrosserie Caselani’s Fourgonnette is a retro van for bold businesses
This updated Fourgonnette, inspired by the legendary Citroën 2CV, cloaks a conventional Citroën commercial vehicle in a stylish retro skin
By Jonathan Bell Published
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An all-electric 1960s Mercedes-Benz SL, perfect for swift, silent classic cruising
Electrification specialist Everatti unveils its sympathetic upgrade to a 1960s icon, the elegant Mercedes-Benz SL W113
By Jonathan Bell Published
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New Volkswagen California is a hybridised camper van that has it all
The Volkswagen New California camper van is here, the latest update to VW’s evergreen classic, bringing a larger platform, more flexibility and hybrid power for the first time
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A first look at the Palace x Brompton foldable bike boasting culture-defining flair
The Palace x Brompton C Line 2 Speed Low Bar is the first collaboration between the bike and streetwear brand, uniting urban style with functional design
By Tianna Williams Published
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The high-flying Spaceship Neptune will transport passengers to the edge of space
As Space Perspective gears up for its first launch, Spaceship Neptune looks set to become the most popular route to the stratosphere
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Infinite Machine’s P1 electric scooter blends performance, practicality and cyberpunk style
The P1 electric scooter from New York-based start-up Infinite Machine is a visually striking urban ride with zero emissions and practical features
By Jonathan Bell Published
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New Ferrari 12Cilindri is a purist, V12-powered two-seater Berlinetta
The new Ferrari 12Cilindri, available as both a coupé and a Spider, pares back the brand’s classic design tropes to bare essentials to create a timeless luxury GT
By Jonathan Bell Published
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An icon of 80s bespoke performance design inspires the new TWR Supercat
A limited run of 88 examples of the all-carbon fibre TWR Supercat are planned, reviving this brutalist sports car for the 21st century
By Jonathan Bell Published