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Introducing the Rolls-Royce Droptail Arcadia, the latest addition to the esteemed lineage of bespoke roadsters. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this extraordinary car represents the pinnacle of luxury and exclusivity, reserved for only the most discerning clientele.

Named after the idyllic paradise of Greek mythology, the Droptail Arcadia embodies the essence of heavenly luxury. Commissioned as a serene retreat for its owner, this opulent roadster offers a sanctuary of relaxation amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Distinguished by its unique white exterior, the Droptail Arcadia features a special paint formulation that incorporates aluminium and glass particles, lending a mesmerising shimmer to the body under the light. Unlike its predecessors, this bespoke commission sees the exposed carbon-fibre elements elegantly finished in a custom silver hue, adding to its allure. The rear decklid, adorned with a curved, wood-covered panel, adds a touch of timeless elegance to the exterior aesthetic.

Inside the cabin, the Droptail Arcadia exudes luxury and sophistication at every turn. The predominant white theme, inspired by the exterior colour, creates an atmosphere of purity and refinement. Contrasting tan accents adorn the seats’ outer portions and headrests, adding warmth to the pristine interior. Exquisite wood trim envelops the cabin, adorning the dashboard, door panels, and curved section behind the seats, showcasing the masterful craftsmanship of Rolls-Royce artisans. Remarkably, over 8,000 hours were dedicated to crafting the various wooden elements, attesting to the brand’s unwavering commitment to perfection.

One of the most captivating features of the Droptail Arcadia is the intricately designed dashboard clock, which took over two years to develop and five months to assemble. With 119 facets on its machined face and a double R logo crafted from billet stainless steel, this exquisite timepiece is a testament to Rolls-Royce’s dedication to luxury craftsmanship. Each hour marker is meticulously hand-painted, requiring the precision of a magnifying camera for application.

The Droptail Arcadia is propelled by the brand’s renowned twin-turbocharged 6.6-litre V12 engine, delivering effortless performance with 593hp and 840Nm of torque.

Recently delivered to its fortunate owner in Singapore, the Droptail Arcadia is a testament to Rolls-Royce’s bespoke excellence. Configured with left-hand drive for global usability, this exceptional roadster exemplifies the brand’s unwavering dedication to fulfilling the unique desires of its discerning clientele, wherever they may roam.

BMW memperkenalkan edisi Pure Impulse bagi roadster BMW Z4 M40i untuk model tahun 2024, menjanjikan keseronokan memandu tanpa gangguan dengan atap terbuka. Satu tambahan besar kepada model puncak ini adalah ketersediaan kotak gear manual enam kelajuan, menandakan pergeseran menuju pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih menyeronokkan. Edisi ini membawa teknologi casis yang dipertingkatkan, elemen reka bentuk yang khas, dan set ciri yang unik, menekankan komitmen Z4 untuk memberikan pengalaman pemanduan yang mengasyikkan.

BMW Z4 M40i Pure Impulse edition membanggakan perkadaran roadster yang garang, ciri reka bentuk khas M, dan atap lembut klasik. Dengan enjin enam silinder yang bebas putaran dilengkapi dengan teknologi M TwinPower Turbo, roadster ini tetap menjadi perwujudan sejati keseronokan memandu. Kini, dengan penambahan kotak gear manual, ia menjanjikan hubungan yang lebih menyeronokkan antara pemandu dan kereta.

Casis roadster mengalami penyempurnaan, menampilkan kombinasi stereng sport yang boleh diubah suai, brek sukan M, dan differential M Sport di axle belakang. Suspensi M yang boleh diubah suai diselaraskan dengan teliti untuk Pure Impulse edition, memberikan keseimbangan optimal antara dinamisme dan keselesaan pemanduan. Selain itu, roda aloi ringan M berukuran campuran, dengan diameter 19 inci di bahagian depan dan 20 inci di bahagian belakang, menyumbang kepada prestasi jalan yang lebih baik.

Edisi Pure Impulse menambah elemen reka bentuk individu ke bahagian luar, termasuk hiasan M High-gloss Shadowline, penutup cermin luar hitam berkilau tinggi, dan flap penstabilan yang direka khas untuk lengkungan roda belakang. Caliper brek merah dan lencana model eksklusif lebih membezakan edisi istimewa ini. Pilihan cat luar baharu, seperti Frozen Deep Green metallic dan Sanremo Green metallic, menambah sentuhan segar kepada pilihan Z4.

Di dalam, edisi Pure Impulse membanggakan ciri reka bentuk khas M, termasuk tuas gearshift M dengan sarung model khas. Trima kulit Vernasca dalam warna Cognac dengan pinggiran M hitam menunjukkan gabungan elegan dan gaya sukan. Jalur hiasan dalaman dalam Black high-gloss melengkapkan pelantikan eksklusif, mencipta kokpit yang direka untuk pengalaman memandu yang terbaik.

Kotak gear manual enam kelajuan, digabungkan dengan enjin enam silinder yang bertenaga 3.0 liter, memacu BMW Z4 M40i ke 100km/j dalam masa hanya 4.6 saat. Penawaran unik ini menempatkan edisi Pure Impulse sebagai model yang sangat eksklusif dan berorientasikan prestasi dalam rangkaian BMW.

BMW Z4 M40i Pure Impulse edition dijadualkan dilancarkan dengan fasa pengeluaran bermula dari Mac 2024 dan akan terus dihasilkan di Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik, di Graz, Austria.

Rangkaian Z4, termasuk edisi Pure Impulse, menggabungkan teknologi terkini, termasuk paparan BMW iDrive, Kokpit Profesional BMW Live, dan pelbagai sistem bantuan pemandu. Peringatan pejalan kaki, Peringatan Keluar Lorong, dan Maklumat Had Kelajuan adalah standard, dengan ciri-ciri tambahan seperti Kawalan Pelayaran dengan Stop&Go, Peringatan Tukar Lorong, dan Pembantu Letak Kenderaan tersedia sebagai pilihan.

Mazda telah mendedahkan roadster Mazda MX-5 Miata 2024, menandakan tahun kesembilan pengeluaran untuk generasi ND semasa. Model terkini, dikenali sebagai generasi “ND3”, dilengkapi dengan peningkatan mekanikal dan reka bentuk yang ketara, mengekalkan reputasinya sebagai sebuah roadster yang boleh dipercayai dan bertenaga.

Di bawah penutup enjin, semua model terus dikuasakan oleh enjin empat silinder 2.0 liter menghasilkan 181hp dan 205Nm tork. Trim Sport dan Club dilengkapi dengan transmisi manual enam kelajuan, manakala trim Grand Touring menawarkan pilihan automatik enam kelajuan. Model tahun 2024 memperkenalkan penambahbaikan kepada sistem stereng bantuan kuasa elektrik, termasuk sebuah rekabentuk kereta roda yang disemak untuk mengurangkan geseran dan meningkatkan rasa pusat semasa cornering.

Dari segi reka bentuk, penambahbaikan yang halus termasuk lampu siang LED baharu dalam unit lampu hadapan, lampu belakang LED yang dikemas kini, dan reka bentuk roda multi-spoke yang segar. Palet warna kini mempunyai Snowflake White Pearl, Zircon Sand Metallic, dan warna Aero Gray baharu, setiap satu boleh didapati dengan bayaran tambahan $450 (RM2,127), bersama dengan Machine Grey Metallic atau Soul Red Crystal Metallic untuk $595 (RM2,812).

Peningkatan mekanikal termasuk pembezaan gelincir terhad klac kon asimetri baharu untuk trim Club dan Grand Touring, menawarkan kestabilan yang lebih baik semasa selekoh. Model Club juga memperkenalkan mod “DSC-Track”, meningkatkan ambang batas sistem kawalan kestabilan dinamik.

Di dalam, Miata ND3 mempunyai padding tambahan di konsol tengah, skrin hiburan 8.8 inci yang diperbesarkan dengan fungsi sentuhan untuk Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto, dan pembantu suara Amazon Alexa yang baru untuk arahan bebas tangan. Kluster meter menerima semakan untuk meningkatkan kebolehbacaan.

Satu pilihan yang mencolok untuk model Club adalah pakej Brembo BBS Recaro seharga $4,800 (RM22,692), yang merangkumi kit aero hitam mengilat, brek Brembo, rim 17 inci BBS yang ditempa dalam warna kelabu gunmetal, dan tempat duduk sport Recaro yang berpemanas.

Barisan Mazda MX-5 Miata 2024 melihat kenaikan harga yang sederhana, dengan trim Sport bermula pada $30,150 (RM142,534) dan trim RF Club yang dilengkapi sepenuhnya mencapai $41,375 (RM195,600), sebelum pilihan yang boleh disesuaikan. Mazda menjangkakan model tahun yang dikemaskini akan tersedia pada bulan Mac.

Mazda has revealed the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata roadster, marking the ninth year of production for the current ND generation. The latest model, known as the “ND3” generation, comes with notable mechanical and design upgrades, maintaining its reputation as a reliable and spirited roadster.

Under the hood, all models continue to be powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine generating 181hp and 205Nm of torque. The Sport and Club trims come with a six-speed manual transmission, while the Grand Touring trims offer a six-speed automatic as an option. The 2024 model year introduces enhancements to the electric power-assisted steering system, including a revised rack for reduced friction and improved on-centre feeling during cornering.

In terms of design, subtle tweaks include new LED daytime running lights in the headlight units, updated LED taillights, and fresh multi-spoke wheel designs. The colour palette now features Snowflake White Pearl, Zircon Sand Metallic, and a new Aero Gray shade, each available for an additional $450 (RM2,127) charge, along with Machine Grey Metallic or Soul Red Crystal Metallic for $595 (RM2,812).

Mechanical upgrades include a new asymmetric conical clutch limited-slip differential for Club and Grand Touring trims, offering improved stability during cornering. The Club models also introduce a “DSC-Track” mode, elevating the dynamic stability control system’s threshold.

Inside, the ND3 Miata boasts additional centre console padding, an enlarged 8.8-inch infotainment screen with touch functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a new Amazon Alexa voice-activated assistant for hands-free commands. The gauge cluster receives a revision for improved readability.

A notable option for Club models is the $4,800 (RM22,692) Brembo BBS Recaro package, which includes a gloss black aero kit, Brembo brakes, gunmetal grey 17-inch BBS forged wheels, and heated Recaro sport seats.

The 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata lineup sees a modest price increase, with the base Sport trim starting at $30,150 (RM142,534) and the fully-equipped RF Club trim reaching $41,375 (RM195,600), before options. Mazda anticipates the updated model year to be available sometime in March.

Pagani has revealed its latest creation, the Imola Roadster, a convertible version of the Imola hypercar, and it’s set to be an exclusive production with only eight units. Building upon the track performance of the Imola coupe and incorporating the open-air experience and advanced technology of the Huayra Roadster BC, this roadster is poised to be a show-stopper.

Under the hood, the Imola Roadster boasts a potent 6.0-litre V12 engine sourced from Mercedes-AMG. This powerplant has been tuned to deliver an impressive 838hp and 1099Nm of torque. Paired with a Pagani-tuned 7-speed Xtrac sequential transmission, the roadster can achieve a top speed of 350km/h.

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Pagani baru sahaja mengumumkan Imola Roadster, versi convertible bagi hypercar Imola yang terhad kepada lapan unit sahaja. Ia menggabungkan prestasi litar dari coupe Imola dengan pengalaman berhibur terbuka dan teknologi canggih Huayra Roadster BC.

Dikuasakan oleh enjin V12 6.0 liter yang dimelengkapi dari Mercedes-AMG, Imola Roadster menghasilkan 838hp dan tork sebanyak 1099Nm. Ia mampu mencapai kelajuan tertinggi 350km/j dengan transmisi berurutan tujuh kelajuan Xtrac yang telah diselaraskan oleh Pagani.

Reka bentuk badan telah mengalami pengubahsuaian untuk menampung peningkatan kuasa, meningkatkan aerodinamik dan kecekapan penyejukan. Ciri-ciri mencolok termasuk saluran udara hadapan yang diperbesarkan, saluran keluaran udara panas yang senyap, dan satu scoop penstabilan di atas tempat duduk. Elemen-elemen reka bentuk ini menyumbang kepada 600kg daya turun pada kelajuan 280km/j, menghasilkan daya sampingan dan pengereman yang ketara.

Walaupun tumpuan diberikan kepada aerodinamik, Pagani berjaya mengurangkan berat menggunakan bahan-bahan canggih seperti Carbo-Titanium HP62-G2 dan Carbo-Triax HP62 untuk rangka, menghasilkan struktur ringan seberat 1,260 kg. Cat Acquarello Light turut mengurangkan berat sebanyak 5kg.

Imola Roadster memasukkan ciri-ciri terkini seperti empat flap untuk bantuan aero aktif dan sistem suspensi pintar untuk kawalan seperti kereta perlumbaan. Di dalamnya, kabin memaparkan kemewahan dengan hiasan kayu Carbo, kulit yang diukir dengan halus, dan butiran yang rumit. Kereta ini juga dilengkapi dengan sistem audio tujuh saluran untuk pengalaman yang mengagumkan.

Walaupun harga masih dirahsiakan, eksklusiviti Imola Roadster, teknologi canggih, dan prestasinya mencadangkan harga berjuta-juta. Dengan hanya lapan unit yang tersedia, dijangkakan menjadi barang koleksi yang paling diidamkan.

Audi recently announced the end of an era for its beloved TT sports car, but not before giving it a grand send-off with the Audi TT Roadster Final Edition. This special edition model pays tribute to the TT’s legacy with a range of distinctive features.

The Audi TT Roadster Final Edition comes in Audi Exclusive Goodwood Green Pearl paint, a nostalgic nod to the first-generation TT, which offered this colour as an option. The roof is grey, a first for the TT Roadster. The matte grey bumpers and side profile accents complement the grey roof. Based on the S Line trim, this Final Edition features 20-inch wheels as standard.

Audi made subtle changes by removing most of the S Line badges on the exterior and interior. The brushed aluminium accents have been replaced with carbon fibre, adding a touch of sportiness. The seats are upholstered in Palomino Brown leather, described as a “modern interpretation” of the original TT’s baseball seats.

In terms of performance, the TT Roadster Final Edition boasts a base turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 228hp and 350Nm torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 5.5 seconds and includes all-wheel drive and magnetic ride control as standard, which is part of the S Line trim and reduces the ride height by 0.3 inches.

This special edition is exclusive to the US, with only 50 units available. The Audi TT Roadster Final Edition is priced at $68,895 (RM325,838), providing a fitting farewell to this iconic sports car.

Rolls-Royce has introduced a beautiful two-door, two-seater roadster known as the Droptail, demonstrating its steadfast adherence to a modern approach to coachbuilding. The Droptail continues the fashion started by the Sweptail in 2017 and the Boat Tail in 2021. Like its predecessors, the Droptail is a custom Rolls-Royce design created in collaboration with “the marque’s most ambitious clients.”

While it is understandable that the identity of these customers remains a secret, we do know that they fit the description of “significant collectors, patrons of the arts, and business leaders.” It’s important to note that the project will involve the development of four unique Droptail models, each tailored to the tastes and requirements of four different clients.

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MG may sound like an old name and most Malaysians who do know of the brand might only have those old British sportscars in their minds. The MG brand is also no longer owned by a British company but by China’s SAIC since 2007.

The MG brand has actually been doing quite well in some markets and is sold in Thailand. It was supposed to come into Malaysia at one time but that has not happened yet. Perhaps we’ll see it soon with the wave of brands from China starting to sweep in.

MG’s modern products have been mainstream models but it is starting a new chapter with a high-performance electric sportscar. This is the Cyberster, just unveiled at Auto Shanghai in production form after the concept model was first shown two years ago at the same event.

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Ferrari is an exclusive brand and owning one is already something special. But for those who must have ultra exclusivity, the company’s Special Projects programme will create a ‘One-Off’ model that is literally one-of-a-kind in the world. Each of these unique Ferraris will take around 2 years from start to finish and the latest example is the SP51.

Commissioned for a customer in Taiwan, this latest addition to Ferrari’s One-Off series was designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and sits on the 812 GTS platform. The front-engined V12 spider’s most striking characteristic is its total absence of a roof, making it an authentic roadster in every respect.

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