Living on the Upper East Side of Manhattan means I get to see a lot of high-end vehicles owned by people who live closer to Central Park than I do. For the most part, they’re your run-of-the-mill rich guy cars: Mercedes-Benz S-Classes, BMW 7-Series, Range Rovers and Escalades dominate the streets. But, sometimes I get … Read more
After more than 20 years of producing its innovative W12, Bentley has retired the engine as the world moves towards hybrids and full EVs. Of course, the British brand still needs high-performance flagship trims in its lineup, so enter the new Continental GT Speed. Described as an “Ultra Performance Hybrid” by Bentley, the updated Speed … Read more
Image: Bentley Twenty lucky generationally-wealthy Bentley buyers will get the opportunity to own the exclusive lightweight Bentayga Apex Edition by Mulliner, a car Bentley is calling its “most dynamic Bentayga ever.” While the Apex gets a bespoke bodykit, the major difference is found in the reduced unsprung weight from 22-inch carbon fiber wheels and carbon … Read more
Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Volvo offers a turbocharged five-cylinder beneath its brick-like body for some decent scoot. Let’s see if its price isn’t too much loot. A Small and Overpriced (for Volvo’s Target Audience) EV is Coming Here’s a fun fact: the wiring harness in the Bentley Bentayga weighs in at a portly … Read more
