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Toyota Gazoo Racing has officially confirmed a new mid‑engine sports car powered by a 2.0L turbo inline‑four, likely all‑wheel drive, with production not expected for four to five years as the project advances through engineering stages; officials hint the engine will be adaptable to multiple models and may eventually incorporate hybrid tech to meet stricter emissions rules, reviving the MR2 concept direction.
Sixty cars across four classes and 228 drivers from 32 countries will compete in the 64th Rolex 24 At Daytona, opening the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship; NBC will air the start at 1:30 p.m. ET Saturday and finish coverage Sunday, with flag-to-flag streaming on Peacock and IMSA platforms.
The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, despite its outdated tech, offers an exhilarating driving experience focused on pure driving pleasure, with minimal distractions and a powerful flat-six engine, making it one of the last of its kind before newer electric models take over.
The 1991 Maxton Rollerskate Roadster is a rare, lightweight American sports car inspired by British minimalist roadsters, featuring a Mazda rotary engine, simple chassis, and a focus on driver engagement, with only around 50 units made and now considered a collectible curiosity.
Lamborghini has unveiled the Temerario Super Trofeo, a new racing car set to debut in global championships from 2027, featuring a twin-turbo V8 engine, advanced chassis, and sharing components with the Temerario GT3, reinforcing Lamborghini's commitment to customer racing and GT competition.
Pininfarina, in collaboration with JAS Motorsport, is reimagining the Honda NSX with a new carbon fiber body, improved stance, and a tuned V6 engine, set to be unveiled in the first half of 2026, while retaining classic design elements like pop-up lights.
Subaru has discontinued the base 'Premium' trim of the BRZ due to low sales, leading to a higher starting price of over $37,000 for the remaining trims, making it less affordable for entry-level buyers and marking a significant price increase since its debut.
Porsche has launched the new 911 Turbo S with a record-breaking 711 horsepower, featuring advanced hybrid turbocharging technology, design updates, and impressive performance metrics, making it the most powerful 911 ever produced.
The new Porsche 911 Turbo S significantly enhances its predecessor with increased performance, advanced hybrid technology, improved aerodynamics, and exclusive design features, making it a versatile and high-performance sports car suitable for daily driving, long journeys, and track use, with a record lap time at Nürburgring.
Honda is reviving the Prelude as a 200-horsepower hybrid sports coupe with modern tech features, including a simulated shifting system called S+ Shift, aiming to appeal to nostalgic fans and new buyers alike, with the car arriving in the US in late autumn.
Patrick Dempsey unveils the new top-of-the-range Porsche 911 model in a digital world premiere, showcasing its development and features, with the event broadcast online and the vehicle on display at IAA Mobility in Munich.
Lexus unveiled a stunning new supercar concept at Monterey Car Week, called the Sport Concept, which previews a future high-performance vehicle with a twin-turbo V-8, rear-wheel drive, and a design inspired by the LFA and LC500. The car features innovative details like exhausts under the wing and large rear vents, and is expected to influence a production model and Toyota's upcoming GT3 race car. While some details remain hidden, the concept signals Lexus's direction for a next-generation sports car.
Mercedes has teased a new sports car, the Concept AMG GT Track Sport, which could serve as the basis for its next-generation GT3 racing car, featuring a V8 engine and aimed at high-performance driving, with testing expected to begin soon.
The Lexus LFR supercar, revealed at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, showcases a stunning interior with a red theme, carbon bucket seats, and advanced digital features. Developed over four years, it is likely a road version of the Toyota Gazoo Racing GT3, possibly powered by a V-8 engine, with a reveal expected in early 2026.
The Aston Martin Vantage S is a high-performance sports car featuring a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 680PS, aggressive aerodynamics, and a luxurious, sporty interior, designed to deliver an exhilarating driving experience and assertive presence.