All articles tagged with #car customization
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Carscoops
A YouTuber upgraded the rear of a first-generation Porsche Panamera Turbo by installing modern LED taillights that mimic newer models, improving its appearance without bodywork modifications, and is also working on enhancing its exhaust sound.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Carscoops
A controversial six-wheeled Ferrari Testarossa built by Gas Monkey Garage has been plagued with delays, creative disputes, and unfinished work, with accusations of theft and underpayment surfacing amidst ongoing chaos and setbacks in its completion.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Carscoops
Mansory has customized the new BMW M5 by adding extensive carbon fiber details, a more aggressive exterior, and significantly increased power, resulting in a wild, high-performance super sedan with controversial design elements like triple exhaust tips inspired by the Honda Civic Type R.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Electrek
Ford introduces the 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT California Special, featuring unique styling inspired by the classic California Special package, including a new Rave Blue color, special hood graphic, and interior upgrades, with pricing starting at $37,795 and availability in early 2026.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Drive
Ringbrothers transformed a 1971 Aston Martin DBS into a custom, wide-bodied muscle machine called Octavia, featuring extensive modifications including a new 805-hp Ford Coyote engine, custom chassis, and unique design elements, making it a one-of-a-kind automotive masterpiece unveiled at Monterey Car Week.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Jalopnik
Ringbrothers has transformed a 1971 Aston Martin DBS into Octavia, an 805-horsepower, widebody, carbon-fiber supercar with extensive customizations including a longer wheelbase, custom chassis, and a supercharged Ford V8, unveiled at Monterey Car Week.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Autopian
Ford introduces the Mustang GTD Liquid Carbon edition, featuring extensive carbon fiber bodywork to reduce weight and enhance aerodynamics, while maintaining its high-performance racecar status. The edition emphasizes aesthetic and functional carbon fiber elements, though the interior remains relatively standard, and the weight savings are modest. The car's striking appearance and performance capabilities make it a standout, despite personal preferences for traditional paint.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Lifehacker
iOS 26 introduces several new features to CarPlay, including Live Activities for real-time updates, support for widgets, a compact call view, Messages reactions, new icons, and enhanced accessibility options like Large Text and Sound Recognition, improving the driving experience with more information and customization.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Drive
Ford introduces the 2026 Mustang FX Package, a nostalgic tribute to the classic Fox Body Mustang, featuring special paint options, unique wheels, colored seat belts, and interior accents that evoke the 1980s model, available on GT Premium models with various transmission options.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by InsideEVs
Porsche has launched the all-electric version of the Macan, offering a wide range of customization options through its online configurator. The fully-loaded Macan Electric can cost over $160,000, with options including carbon fiber wheels, deviated stitching, a high-end sound system, augmented reality head-up display, and smaller items like a rear windshield wiper and bespoke floor mats. Despite the hefty price tag, Porsche encourages enthusiasts to explore the configurator and personalize their Macan Electric to their preferences.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Autopian
The RUF RT12, a high-performance version of the Porsche 911, offers a unique driving experience with its 650-horsepower engine and custom components. Built by RUF, a renowned Porsche specialist, the RT12 provides a blend of power and comfort, embodying the concept of a "wolf in sheep's clothing." With a rich history dating back to the 1930s, RUF has established itself as a prominent figure in the world of car customization, creating exclusive and powerful vehicles.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rocket League
Rocket League introduces the Lightning McQueen Car, inspired by Disney and Pixar's Cars, in their latest Mega Bundle. The bundle includes three race-ready Decals, the Ka-chow Goal Explosion, and more. The Lightning McQueen Car features dynamic expressions and can be customized with various items. The bundle will be available starting November 7.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Reality TV star Scott Disick bought a one-of-a-kind Rolls-Royce Cullinan for his 40th birthday. The luxury vehicle, costing $600,000, has an Urban Automotive forged carbon body kit and a blood-red interior. The car was commissioned by Los Angeles-based car customization shop Platinum Motorsport. Disick has previously shown off other cars in his collection via social media, including a McLaren GTR 720S, a Lamborghini Urus, a Shelby Cobra, a gray Ferrari 812 Superfast and a Ferrari 488 GTB.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Robb Report
Reality TV star Scott Disick bought a one-of-a-kind Rolls-Royce Cullinan for his 40th birthday. The luxury vehicle, costing $600,000, has an Urban Automotive forged carbon body kit and a blood-red interior. The car was commissioned by Platinum Motorsport, a Los Angeles-based car customization shop. Disick has previously shown off other impressive cars in his collection, including a McLaren GTR 720S, a Lamborghini Urus, a Shelby Cobra, a gray Ferrari 812 Superfast, and a Ferrari 488 GTB. Earlier this year, he also purchased a $5 million ranch-style house in the Hidden Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles County.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
Bentley Motors reported surging profits in Q1 2022, with operating profits up 27% to €216 million, thanks to wealthy buyers spending more on personalizing their cars with special paint colors, leather, stitching, and details. The rise of customization is driving record profits across the super-car segment, from Rolls-Royce and Ferrari to Lamborghini, Aston Martin, and McLaren. Bentley's CEO, Adrian Hallmark, said the average price of a Bentley sold has jumped 40% over the past four years, but only 9% of that increase is due to model price increases. "The rest is content," he said, meaning upgrades, options, and personalization.