With the Alfieri, Maserati in 2014 celebrated their anniversary with the introduction of a beautiful grand tourer. In remembrance and as part of the three-day celebration, Maserati organised a cruise from Bologna to Torino with some of their most iconic cars.
The Mulsanne, Bentley's flagship car, provides luxury like in a first class hotel and elegance like an Armani suit. In addition: the Rolls-Royce Ghost. And: the high-tech coupe by Mercedes, the S 63 AMG with its V8 twin-turbo engine.
With the i8, BMW tried to show the automotive world that they were ahead of their time. But why would anybody pay much more for a car that’s slower and less affordable than the brand's M4 and less spacious than the M5?
Porsche's 911 GTS closed the gap between the S and the GT3 in their sports car model range. Also: the Roding Roadster, a handcrafted lightweight sports car with technology by BMW at its core.
Three extraordinarily sporty SUVs are the Porsche Macan Turbo, the Mercedes GLA 45 AMG and the Audi RSQ3. Each of these is able to easily cope with each season of the year and, in regards to performance, could be mistaken for a sports car.
The Porsche Panamera Turbo S is one of the most dynamic sedans in the world. In addition: the Jaguar XJR power sedan with a 550 hp V8 engine and Mercedes' extraordinary four-door coupe CLS 500.
The Ferrari 458 Speciale is a street-legal race car that fires up emotion. Driving it is unforgettable, just as it is the case with the McLaren 650S, a car that is as fast as the Ferrari but fascinates more on a technical than emotional level.
Lexus was one of the pioneers when it comes to electric and hybrid cars. The brand's LS 600h, the BMW Active Hybrid 7 and the Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid are prime examples of this mixture between combustion and electric propulsion.
The Silvretta Hochalpenstrasse in Austria is the ideal playground for the lightweight power packs Lotus Elise and Roding Roadster. Also: the elegant but still very powerful Porsche 911 Targa 4S.
Aston Martin's Vantage N430 model is a sports car that makes drivers and enthusiasts feel the heritage of British race cars. Also: a combination of elegance and power, the Bentley Continental GTC Speed with its W12 Twin Turbo engine.
In 2014, Mercedes-Benz presented their first Plug-in Hybrid, the S500. When it comes to Bentley, a V8 engine means down-sizing. We took a look at the brand's Flying Spur model with a smaller engine. And: the 6th generation Maserati Quattroporte.
After its introduction the Audi RS6 was the benchmark when it came to extreme estate cars. Its performance was already very impressive, but according to the Audi tuners that still wasn't enough.
Do you want to feel like a racing driver without being limited to a race track? If so, the British manufacturer Radical is the right choice, as the company builds race cars with road approval. Their RXC is a powerful and agile racer.
This episode focuses on the 6th generation of two US classics, the Ford Mustang GT and the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, these iconic sports cars' history and development over the past decades.
How do you top the already in many ways superior iconic Porsche 911? You come up with the GT3. It's the ultimate melange of road suitability and race track compatibility. And Porsche's RS model is even more intense.
Ferrari's California T model heralded a new era for the Italian sports car manufacturer. After its facelift the T was the first Ferrari with a turbo engine since the iconic F40 which was built until 1992.
Since its establishment in 1919, Bentley consistently drew attention thanks to their ongoing success in motor sports. The limited edition Continental GT3-R was one of the iconic manufacturer's sportiest cars ever.
For more than 50 years the Porsche 911 has been holding the crown as one of the best sports cars in the world. Two manufacturers recently jousted with the 911, with the Jaguar F-Type R and the Mercedes AMG GT S as Porsche’s rivals.
The Tesla Model S was the world's first premium sedan that was developed from scratch as an electric car. Tesla showed the world that electromobility can be sexy and that it works. We took a closer look at the Model S P85D.
Mercedes‘ S-Class Coupe is a real masterpiece. We explored what the S 63 AMG Coupe has to offer in comparison to the Bentley Continental and the Rolls Royce Wraith.
With the Ghibli, Maserati advanced into a more affordable market segment. But the competition is strong. In addition: taking the Maserati GranCabrio MC on a cruise through the Alps.
The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster with its 6-litre V12 engine is probably the most amazing export from the UK. In addition: a mountain cruise from dawn to sundown with the Corvette C7 Convertible.
The Porsche Cayman GT4 combined the best elements that Porsche could offer. In addition: the Audi R8 V10 plus, an even stronger, lighter and faster version of the original model.
Even in the world of super sports cars people get goose bumps if they hear the name Lamborghini. Wherever they’re spotted, the Huracan and the Aventador always receive lots of attention.
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo and the Range Rover Supercharged are big and have a lot of power, so that they could even take on sports cars. Also: with the Bentayga, Bentley presented the brand's first SUV model. And: the Jaguar F-Pace.
The Tushek TS600, a limited edition super sports car had a power/weight ratio that is on the level of GT3 racing cars. The Bentley Continental GT3-R special edition was also limited whereas McLaren offered their 570S to all customers.
The German manufacturer Roding created a car that even outshined the Porsche GT3 with an impressive power/weight ratio. British makes like the Caterham 620 R, Lotus Elise or Radical RXC also showed what's in play in regards to lightweight sports cars.
The German company Performmaster upgraded the Mercedes C63 AMG S, chip tuning from the Racechip company gave the Porsche Macan Turbo even more bite and Kellener did their take on the BMW 640i.
Nissan's all-wheel monster GT-R had to prove its winter suitability and the new Porsche 911 with turbo engine was taken to its limits in Finnish Lapland. Also: the Mercedes-Benz S 500 plug-in hybrid.
With its extreme power and performance the Croatian super car Rimac Concept One opened the door to an exciting new world. Also: the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive. And: Tesla's impressive Model S series.
The Bentley Continental GT Speed is a coupe with an enormous driving performance. Also: the Aston Martin Rapide S is a stylistically confident Gran coupe. And: the Jaguar XJR, more of a sports car than a luxury sedan.
They are big, heavy and embody the American way of driving: luxury SUVs like the Cadillac Escalade, classic pick-up trucks like the iconic Ford F-150 or Uber pick-ups like the Dodge RAM.
The tuning company MTM went to work on Audi's already super-powerful S8 luxury sedan and created the S8 Talladega R. Alpina's B6 Biturbo Gran Coupe easily beats its BMW counterpart and makes the road vibrate.
Many of today's supercars rely on hybrid technology or even drive purely electrically. We take a look at the sports cars of the future and try to get an insight into the latest and planned technology.
The BMW M3 and the Mercedes-AMG C63, the top models of the two iconic manufacturers, are in eternal competition. With the Lexus RC F, a competitor from Japan is lurking. Is the Japanese exotic a threat to the German competition?
The Aston Martin Vanquish is timeless and carries the strongest engine of the British brand under its hood. Also: Arden gave a Jaguar a power treatment and transformed the F-Type R to their Arden AJ23. And: the Morgan AR P4 roadster.
The Swiss tuning company O.CT turned the Lamborghini Huracan into an even more furious beast. Also: the Cadillac CTS-V looks like a regular limousine, but at a second glance it reveals its monstrous power.
We took a look at Mercedes-Benz's first convertible model in their S-class. Also: for the Chevrolet Camaro's 50th anniversary in 2016 the brand released the sixth generation of their classic. And: a mountain cruise with the Corvette C7 convertible.
The Porsche GT3 RS bears a very special wing on its back. Also: the Mercedes-AMG GT S provides understatement and power at the same time. And: the even more uncompromising Radical RX C Turbo.
One of the most beautiful GT car models is the Maserati Gran Turismo S. With the 570GT, English sports car manufacturer McLaren introduced its first grand tourer. It was supposed to be the most comfortable but still very sporty McLaren.
The Mercedes-AMG C43 was supposed to act as the entry-level model to the brand's cabriolet world. With the 718 Boxster, Porsche offers a convertible at a competitive price as well.
With the Bentayga, Bentley introduced the first SUV in the brand's 100-year history. Range Rover took a different approach with the Evoque Cabriolet: they offered a convertible option for their SUV model. And: the Mercedes AMG GLE coupe.
Porsche's 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is a timelessly elegant all-rounder and nevertheless more of a cruiser than a sports vehicle. In direct contrast, the Rolls Royce Dawn provides luxury and elegance at a new level.
With their new DB 11, Aston Martin heads towards the future at full throttle. Also: after its facelift the Nissan GTR presented itself freshly streamlined and more powerful than ever. And: Lamborghini's V10 fighting bull, the Huracán.
The Audi RS7 Performance's V8 engine propels this limousine to a top speed of more than 300 km/h. Also: the Maserati Ghibli combines Italian elegance with impressive performance. And: a look at the second generation Porsche Panamera.
The Lamborghini Huracán Spyder, the Pagani Huayra and Ferrari's 488 Spider don't just look good. Once these super sports cars unleash their power, there is no stopping them. We took a look at these contenders, their features and performance.
The Volvo S90 offers Scandinavian elegance and a high level of security features. Jaguar entered the race with its performance sedan XF-S and Cadillac ramped up their luxury level with the CT6.
Rolls-Royce and Bentley are the ultimate upper class status symbols. Those who prefer a sportier approach can choose from a great range of brands like Bugatti, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche and McLaren that compete for the title of best sports car.
The Audi R8 Spyder is the most extreme convertible by the German brand. Also: the Ferrari California T scores with Italian passion and elegant lines. And: AMG's GT C Roadster with its roaring sound is a real bad boy with a touch of luxury.
With its Macan Turbo, Porsche sets the benchmark in the SUV segment. The optional performance package increases the output from 400 to 440 HP. A serious competitor bears the Maserati brand. With the Levante, die Italian carmaker wants to stir up the competitive market for sporty SUVs.
