Articles by Michael Gauthier
Genesis EQ900L introduced, longer than Mercedes-Maybach S Class
The Genesis lineup is growing literally and figuratively as the company has quietly introduced the new EQ900L in South Korea. Essentially an extended wheelbase version of the EQ900 / G90, the EQ900L has a familiar design but adopts longer rear doors and a thicker B-pillar. The changes enable the sedan to measure 11.4 inches longer than the EQ900 and 1.6 inches longer than the Mercedes-Maybach S Class. Mar 16 2016
VRS Agito supercar concept teased for Beijing
California-based VRS Electric Cars has announced plans to introduce its new Agito concept at the Beijing Motor Show on April 26th. Named after the Latin word for "I move," the Agito is being billed as an advanced supercar that promises to "revolutionize automotive aerodynamics." The company was vague on details but confirmed the concept is a near production vehicle with an electric powertrain. That's not much to go on but the teaser image suggests the car will have a rounded front fascia with LED headlights. The model also appears to have a relatively low roof, a compact cabin, and a distinctive rear end. Mar 07 2016
Rimac Concept_S unveiled with 1384 hp
Rimac has introduced the new Concept_S. Billed as the "evil twin" of the Concept_One, the Concept_S is a high-performance model which has been equipped with an aerodynamic body kit that includes a front splitter, extended side skirts, an aggressive diffuser, and a larger rear wing. Thanks to these modifications, the Concept_S generates 34% more downforce than the Concept_One. Mar 02 2016
McLaren 570GT is the company's most luxurious model to date
The McLaren Sport Series lineup continues to grow as the company has introduced the new 570GT at the Geneva Motor Show. Described as the company's "most luxurious and refined" model to date, the 570GT follows in the footsteps of the 570S Coupe but adopts a side-opening rear glass hatch that provides access to a leather-lined "Touring Deck" with 7.7 cubic feet of storage. The model has also been equipped with a panoramic glass roof, a larger rear spoiler, and bespoke Pirelli P Zero tires that are designed to deliver a more refined ride. Mar 02 2016
Production Rimac Concept_One unveiled with 1072 hp [video]
Rimac has announced plans to unveil the production version of the Concept_One at the Geneva Motor Show. Looking virtually identical to the concept that debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, the production model has a slender grille, a bulging hood, and a rakish windscreen. The car also features a carbon fiber rear diffuser, distinctive taillights, and 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires. Feb 22 2016
Chevy Essentia & Beat Activ concepts unveiled in India
Starting in alphabetical order, the Beat Activ concept is a soft-roader that has been designed to stand out from the crowd. Chevrolet declined to go into specifics but the model features a bright green exterior with plastic body cladding, aluminum accents, and LED lighting units. The hatchback has also been equipped with a rugged front bumper, roof rails, and five-spoke alloy wheels. Feb 04 2016