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You wait ages for a British luxury SUV inspired by mountains, and then two come along at once. Following yesterday’s Bentley Bentayga Artenara Edition comes this, the Range Rover Sport SV Winter Dusk. While the Bentley draws its inspiration from the balmy climes of Gran Canaria, though, this Range Rover looks to somewhere altogether colder – the snow-capped Rocky Mountains. It’s set to be a whole lot rarer too, with just three of the special editions to be produced.

From Older Range Rover Sports to a Much Bigger Investigation Last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) began investigating a front suspension issue in 2014 to 2017 Range Rover Sport SUVs after owners reported cracks in the aluminum steering knuckle. That part is what links the main steering and suspension pieces together, so any fracture there is a big deal. The first investigation covered almost 92,000 vehicles, which eventually led to a recall of over 121,000 Range

The Ultimate Stealth Trim Following the debut of the Land Rover Range Rover SV Black earlier this year, the British luxury marque has officially priced the special edition at $238,900 MSRP. That figure is slightly higher than the early estimates of around $230,000, but it isn’t surprising given the extensive visual and material changes made to this trim. As its name suggests, the SV Black is built off the Range Rover SV, already the flagship specification of the full-size SUV. The Black edition

You Need More Than Money for This Range Rover The entry-level Range Rover already starts above $113,000, and prices climb quickly as you move up the range. The special SV models, in particular, can easily double that starting figure. Now, Land Rover has added another layer of exclusivity with the Range Rover SV Ultra. This isn’t just a higher trim with extra features. The SV Ultra will only be available by invitation, with Range Rover selecting who gets the opportunity to buy. In other words, ha

This beautifully restored Dodge Charger 500 is finished in Dark Bronze Metallic on a perfectly preserved saddle interior, and features original matching numbers for the 426 cubic inch 425 horsepower Hemi V8 engine and A833 4-speed manual transmission. It is equipped with the Dana HD SureGrip limited-slip differential, dual four-barrel carburettors, NASCAR-derived internals, high-flow exhaust, power steering, and power brakes. 

A Nürburgring Weapon For The Street BMW introduced its first hybridized high-performance M model with the XM in 2022, which eventually led to the most powerful M car ever in Label Red form. But for enthusiasts who still prefer performance without electrification, that formula may not be as appealing. Before that era arrived, the Bavarian automaker built a track-focused version of the F82 M4 called the GTS, representing pure ICE engineering insanity – and one of the approximately 828 M4 GTS units

It’s been over 40 years since BMW launched the first M5, which was based on the E28 5 Series sedan. Very few of these original M5s were sold in the United States, making clean examples desirable and highly valued. That much was proven recently when a 1988 M5 with only 9,800 miles sold for a stunning $195,810 on Hagerty Marketplace. According to the publication, that’s a new record price for the sports sedan, and far exceeds the price of a brand-new G90 M5. So, what makes this particular E28 so s

A McLaren Slowed Down the Hard Way Driving a car is fun, let alone a track-focused exotic like the McLaren 600LT. However, performance doesn’t cancel poor judgment, as seen in this case, where a 600LT driver allegedly slammed into a light pole, ironically one that warns road users to slow down, before coming to rest against a wall. According to CBC News, the driver was arrested for impaired driving, while the passenger was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The car also hi

These IMSA GTP cars are nuts. These are some of the wildest road race cars on the planet, and riding along in one at Daytona during Rolex 24 night practice is something special. This thing sounds like a few GP bikes racing next to each other when the Cosworth built Aston Martin V12 gets up on the pipe and pissed off going around the big banked corners at Daytona. This car sounds evil, clearly makes big power, and is a handful. Sign me up! What a ride. Watch, and listen, as this thing screams ar

Built to Take a Beating Shopping for aftermarket wheels can be tricky – especially when dealing with a premium SUV like the Toyota Land Cruiser. In situations like this, sticking with a proven brand is often the safest approach, and Japan’s RAYS now has a new option available. The renowned wheel manufacturer has unveiled a new 18-inch model for the ZE40X, purpose-built to endure the brutal demands of off-road driving. Offered under the company’s flagship Volk Racing lineup, the new 18-inch ZE40X

Expedition rigs seem to be bigger and badder than ever, with more offerings and options for building them than you can even imagine. And their popularity seems higher than ever as well. With all that said, do you really need ALL the bells and whistles if you are going for some road trip miles and camping with friends? Like most things, need and WANT are two totally different things and sometimes not critical for sleeping comfortably and having a good time. In the video below, our friend Dave Ch

Dig or Die Christmas Clash 6 is in the books but boy was it fun! In the video below you’ll get to see all the action from the 2025 race thanks to our friends at Spoold Media. Check out all the video below and let us know what you think. We’re sending off 2025 with some great drag racing action. \Video Description: The baddest of the bad street cars congregated at the Rock as it was time for Dig or Die!!! From imports to domestics, it would be a battle to the end as we would see who would take

Our boy Scott Liggett is back with a new drag and drive project! After buying a 1950 Chevy coupe a year or two ago, and realizing it would be more work than he was really wanting to tackle, he sold it and sent it on to a new owner. He’s been on the lookout for something else that sparks his interest and the other day he found something we think is pretty cool. It’s a Monza, but not just any Monza. Nope, this one is a 1977 Monza Town Coupe, which is an odd little notchback but they are cool and t

When we got the opportunity to work with Pavement Pounder Events last year, we jumped at it because Cole and his crew are great people who were doing great things. So when they announced their Motor City to Wheel Hub Live trip for this year I immediately told them that we wanted to be involved again. Within a day or two, BANGshift contributor extraordinaire, Scott Liggett, said he wanted to go and cover it. I was hoping I’d get to come too, but the scheduling just didn’t work out. Thankfully, we

Ever look at an old car and wonder about its history? Every car has a story to tell, but sometimes that story is a mystery. Either the previous owner with the knowledge sold the car, or they have passed away, taking that story with them. We love mysteries and cars with stories, so when we come across a cool car that’s been sitting around a long time, we turn into some kind of automotive version of Sherlock Holmes and start investigating. Scott over at Rebeldryver’s Garage found an interesting c

Take Me to the ‘70s Few cars fit into automotive culture quite like the Lotus Esprit. It’s sharp, geometric, and unapologetically low, always linked to late ’70s optimism and the Bond era. For us car nuts, it’s more than a sports car. Enter the Encor Series 1 – a ground-up remaster that sticks to what made the Esprit iconic. Encor scanned an original car, refined the surfaces, and rebuilt it with modern materials and engineering where it matters. The silhouette is still unmistakable. Now there’s

From Viral DIY to a Six-Figure V12 Gamble Mat Armstrong is no stranger to ambitious DIY supercar content. Across the wider YouTube car scene, he has pushed the idea that even the most exotic machinery can be tackled outside traditional dealer networks, including experiments around 3D-printing hypercar parts. Bugatti has publicly explained why that thinking does not apply to a Chiron, citing material science and safety-critical tolerances. That context matters because Armstrong’s Ferrari 812 Supe

JaguarLand Rover products have never had the most stellar reputation for reliability, and with a new recall for almost every SUV nameplate that the company sold or still sells in America, that reputation is hardly getting any better. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall affecting 170,169 mild-hybrid vehicles from nine model lines across a total of 35 products. In fact, the only SUV that JLR hasn't recalled is the electric I-Pace. It's a fairly serious recall,

True Innovation When it comes to speed, we're at the apex of technology. Mankin's interest in breaking speed records and finding every possible way to be the fastest has driven us forward. We've reached a point in time where 1,000 hp is as normal as having doors on your car. What is sometimes shocking and awe-inspiring is how unique and out-of-the-box certain brands are when it comes to achieving high speeds. One such brand took the motoring world by storm on one of the biggest stages of motorsp

Elevating an Already Iconic Formula Singer Vehicle Design has an undeniable talent for restomodding classic Porsche 911s. But like any outfit, a strategic collaboration can further push the envelope, and since the Porsche specialist opted to work with Red Bull Advanced Technologies, it is without a doubt a partnership that promises something special. Red Bull Advanced Technologies is the high-performance engineering consultancy shaped by the Oracle Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team, the multi-champ

When Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey completed the Aston Martin Valkyrie, it seemed as if nothing could top that, but the man has outdone himself, and with the reveal of the production body of his Red Bull RB17 hypercar, he's showing the world what might be possible when there are no rules to abide by. In a new video from Top Gear, not only do we get to see the latest iteration of the RB17 and grab a peek at the cabin for the first time, but we also get to hear its 15,000-rpm 4.5-liter V10 screa

Revealed in production form earlier this year, the Red Bull RB17 is one of the most extreme hypercars ever conceived—just as you’d expect for a machine designed by Adrian Newey, who has designed winning Formula 1 cars for the likes of Williams and McLaren. The RB17, engineered to be even faster around a track than existing F1 cars, has just entered its final build phase. Rob Gray, RB17 technical director, also shared some of the exclusive design details about the car that will only see a 50-unit

Far From the Freelander You Know Remember the Land Rover Freelander? It was the British marque's entry in the compact crossover class that was sold over two generations. The Freelander was introduced in late 1997, but only made its way to America towards the end of 2001. It had a bit of a rough time across the Atlantic, as it was persistently dogged by issues. It was discontinued in 2005 and renamed LR2 in 2008. The Freelander name carried on in the rest of the world, though, and it was eventual

A Nameplate We All Once Loved For years, the Honda Fit earned a devoted following in the U.S. because of its remarkable fuel efficiency and cleverly designed practicality. Its hallmark “Magic Seat” system gave the subcompact hatchback near-mythical versatility, allowing owners to configure the interior for bulky cargo, long items, or even a quick nap. Critics praised the Fit for punching above its size, delivering a level of interior space and usability that embarrassed larger, pricier competito

It has taken me several days to be able to post something like this on BANGshift. Posting it the day we found out about the loss of our great friend would have been the smart thing for page views and likes and all the crap we unfortunately are measured on, but it just didn’t feel right. Hell, this weekend I spoke about Kyle at Holley’s LSFest Texas and couldn’t do it without getting choked up. Yesterday I spoke with Matt Frost and our conversation about Kyle featured several cracks of my voice a