Doohan Great
We pull up trackside for an exclusive chat with Aussie F1 driver JACK DOOHAN to find out how the Aussie is preparing for his upcoming Formula One debut with French constructor Alpine… Australia’s Jack Doohan is ready to “feel everything” as he prepares to make his race debut on the Formula One grid with the […] More
Bathurst Beats: Ford FG Falcon
As we gear up for the Bathurst 1000 this month, we look back at a couple of classic V8 machines, as featured in the new book Australia’s Greatest Racecars, and their epic Mount Panorama winning moments… Here’s Mostert’s 2014 Bathurst-winning Ford FG Falcon More
Oceanco Reverie superyacht
No shipyard does luxury quite like Oceanco, the Dutch builder is behind some of the most flamboyant megayachts in the world. The Reverie superyacht is the latest launch in their Simply Custom Series – heavily inspired by nature and adopting an environmental conscience. More
Zero Hero
Futuristic streetfighter: Zero’s SR-X marries high-tech thrills with cyberpunk style… In the world of motorcycling, the SR-X concept is kind of like pairing a tuxedo with your favourite Timberlands. It’s familiar yet scary, but also intriguing.Zero Motors have a rep for being cutting edge because they are all about the electrons, but recently, the California […] More
Sunreef Power
The Sunreef 80 Power Eco – a 40-metre mega-catamaran that’s as luxurious as it is eco-friendly… Not that long ago, the idea of a sophisticated craft as large as your house and green, was the stuff of clickbait. Today there are many fully electric luxury boats, like the Sunreef 80 Power Eco from Poland. This […] More
Ferrari: From Inside And Outside
The life story of Italian sports car entrepreneur Enzo Ferrari and his auto empire hits theatres later this month. To celebrate, we look at the high-speed world of the car manufacturer, who practically spawned the concept of Formula One racing, through the eyes of Enzo’s favourite photographers ERCOLE COLOMBO and RAINER SCHLEGELMILCH… More
The Silver Arrow
With the conveniences of the 21st century and the appeal of pre-war racers, the EQ Silver Arrow is the latest concept from Mercedes – one that puts a high-tech spin on a 1930s Grand Prix race car… T he Silver Arrow monniker dates back to 1934, when a Mercedes W25 motor racing team had to […] More
The World’s Fastest RIB
The c’est normal 52R Hybrid is truly one of a kind all carbon speed yacht. Powered by twin 1550hp Mercury Racing engines (totalling 3100 hp) for when you’re chasing records and going for speed. But, it is also powered by electric hybrid engines to give you up to two hours at less than 8 knots in completely silent electric mode… More
Wheels of Fortune
Sydney Luxury Hire is managing the biggest fleet of exotic hire cars in its region… Sydney Luxury Hire, a luxury car hire company based out of Sydney, Australia with a fleet that includes everything from Lamborghinis and Bentleys, to Ferraris and Rolls Royces, this week confirmed that have the biggest selection of exotic car rentals […] More
Sonic Boom
Bombardier’s new Global 8000 breaks the sound barrier while Gulfstream’s G800 is styled like an exotic supercar… The apex scene of HBO’s Succession season three premiere played out as the Roy family conspired by cell phone – at cruising altitude – aboard their separate private jets, wrestling for control of their vast corporate empire. As […] More
The Honey Badger Returns
Australia’s F1 knight in shining armour is still DANIEL RICCIARDO, with the Perth-born racer going into his second campaign with historic powerhouse McLaren. But, he’s now a wise elder statesman in the sport, with almost a dozen seasons behind him, and the pressure is on to deliver… More
The Modern Classic
As the world’s oldest motorcycle company, in continuous production (since 1901), ROYAL ENFIELD reached legend status in the two wheeled game a long time ago. For their 120th year, they keep the throttle going by updating their iconic Classic 350 with four variants of choice… More
Black Beauty
When your portfolio includes a machine possessing the world’s largest production motorcycle engine, bragging rights come easy… 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT Triple Black Engine: 2458cc DOHC Inline 3 cylinderTransmission: 6 speed wet, multi platePower: 123 kW @ 6000 rpmTorque: 221 Nm @ 4000 rpmDry weight: 294 kgSeat height: 750 mmFuel capacity: 18 litresPrice: $33,990* […] More
Supercars: The Holden vs Ford Era Part 2
With huge crowds, multi-million-dollar TV rights deals and generations of household megastars the V8 Supercars have been a huge local motorsport success story for over a quarter of a century, turning it also into a globally recognised phenomenon. In this edited extract from his new book, LUKE WEST gives us a taste of the comprehensive and absorbing history he’s compiled about this uniquely Aussie sport… More
Supercars: The Ford VS Holden Era
With huge crowds, multi-million-dollar TV rights deals and generations of household megastars the V8 Supercars have been a huge local motorsport success story for over a quarter of a century, turning it also into a globally recognised phenomenon. In this edited extract from his new book, LUKE WEST gives us a taste of the comprehensive and absorbing history he’s compiled about this uniquely Aussie sport… More
Koenigsegg Gemera
The mad scientists at Koenigsegg are well known their limited-edition, elite-performance auto specimens — like the absurd 1,500 horsepower hybrid Regera, or last year’s 480 km/h rocket, the Jesko. But their latest creation, the Gemera, takes the absurdity well past next level… More
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
Engine: 798cc DOHC liquid-cooled inline-3Transmission: 6-speed with quickshifterPower: 110 kWTorque: 65 ft/lbs @ 10,600 rpmTop Speed: 240 km/hDry weight: 173 kgSeat height: 32.7 inchesFuel capacity: 16.6 litresPrice: $32,990 Out to prove that Italians do it better, MV Agusta throws its hat into the Neo-Classic racer ring with its 2021 offering, the Superveloce 800. Despite being […] More
The Mercedes Redsun Concept
We all know those vehicles that have iconic design details that become synonymous with the brand – like the circular taillights on a Ferrari, the split grill on a BMW, or the C-bar on a Bugatti. But what if the logo became a major design feature? That’s the question that the Mercedes Redsun concept artist […] More
2021 BMW R NineT From Zillers
Unlike Hollywood today, the custom motorbike scene is known for dismissing copy-repeat projects in favour of innovative and creative builds – with just the right amount of crazy. The craftsmanship on this BMW R nineT from Zillers Garage in Russia is a prime sample – and far from a grocery getter. More
Wrap Artists
The talented creators of Sydney-based company the Auto Artisan Group – Directors Michael Palladino and Bora Bright – give MAXIM the lowdown on their growing “automotive restyling” business and the various services they offer for exteriors of vehicles, wall graphics and more… More
Autofabrica Type 7X
The Autofabrica Type 7X pays tribute to a legendary Paris-Dakar Yamaha… It’s 1977. French motorcycle racer Thierry Sabine is missing in action in the Libyan desert on the Abidjan-Nice Rally.“I realise that my situation is uncomfortable, difficult,” Sabine later wrote. “Two days later I have no compass or clock, which broke down in a fall […] More
Silver Dream
WALT SIEGL’s custom Ducatis and MV Agustas are breathtakingly beautiful… Massimo Tamburini’s limited edition Bimotas are legendary. Constructed in Rimini, Italy using Japanese superbike innards cannibalised from brand new bikes, then shoehorned into superior frames with visionary aesthetics. Also responsible for designing the Ducati 916, and the MV Agusta F4, Tamburini was an icon. In […] More
deBolex Engineering Custom
Britain’s deBolex Engineering coachbuilds one-off masterpieces… A summer’s day in Provence. Lazy afternoon sun. Lavender fields as far as the eye can see. A sweet floral haze tasting of aquamarine and purple. Black sticky tarmac lanes. And a whiff of perfectly burned high octane fuel. Crisp. Metallic. Rich and oily. The glow of an engine […] More
The Silent Assain
By now, if you’re not aware of Droog Moto’s dark post-apocalyptic themed style, you should hand in your trench coat. Their bikes are characterized by a rugged exterior, chunky tyres and a riding position that’s as aggressive as a New York cabbie. This time however, the two person team has produced a custom one-off that is loud in every way except its engine. More
All-In-one Automation
In case you hadn’t noticed, everyone’s an expert on predictions when it comes to future autonomous driving technology. One of the better thought out projections is shared, on-demand vehicles taking over car ownership. Before Uber monopolises the concept, Jaguar hopes to get a leg up with their Future-Type Concept. More
Triumph Rocket 3
Engine: 2458cc inline-3 DOHC Transmission: 6 speed shaft drive Power: 123kW Torque: 163 ft/lbs @ 4000 rpm Dry weight: 290 kgs Seat height: 30.4 inches Fuel capacity: 18 litres Price: $35000 (est) They may not be the Beatles or the Stones, but Triumph Motorcycles had their own British Invasion of sorts when they launched their […] More
Zero Motorcycles SR/F
Known as the Tesla of motorbikes, Zero Motorcycles has announced the latest addition to its electric lineup – and it comes packing specs. The 2020 SR/F offers an air-cooled motor that can easily spark up 82 kW and 140 pound-feet of torque. All this plus a top speed of 195 km/h and 260 km of […] More
Fond Memories
A classic BMW moto speaks to us like no other, and the 1934 BMW R7 Prototype is one of the greatest beauties of the pre-war era. With an advanced streamlined design and innovations such as telescoping forks, it was ahead of its time. Only one was ever made – and therefore inaccessible to everyone on the planet. More
Blade Runner
Lamborghini isn’t known for bowing down to others. Ever since Ferruccio (Lamborghini) told Enzo (Ferrari) where he could stick his cars, and decided to build his own, it’s been doing its own thing. This car, the Terzo Millennio (third millenium), built with MIT, is the Lambo approach to an EV performance car. Supercapacitors, not batteries, […] More
The Audi E-Tron GT Concept
It seems like only yesterday Audi introduced us to their first attempt at an electric machine – the E-Tron SUV. Not being ones to waste time (or opportunity $$$), they have already announced another (albeit more sport-centric) plug-in at the Los Angeles Auto Show. More
Like Father Like Son
Brabham’s BT62 is a world-class track offering from one of racing’s most winning dynasties… If sons are meant to surpass their fathers, David Brabham has a more difficult challenge than most: His father, Jack Brabham, was a legend in the motor racing community before his passing 2014 at age 88. Jack not only owned a […] More
Rolls-Royce Apparition
Is this another autonomous wonder, or does that steering wheel on the outside actually work? Called the Rolls-Royce Apparition, it was created by design student Jeremy Westerlund while studying at the Art Centre College of Design in Los Angeles, California. This is not an official Rolls-Royce concept, nor is it ever heading for production and […] More
The McLaren Senna
The evolution of the groundbreaking 720S is here… For all the work McLaren Automotive has done in recent years to climb the supercar hierarchy, its reputation is still based on its success on the track. Worldwide, the brand is associated not only with the Formula 1 but also the most celebrated driver of modern times, […] More
Zagato’s Second Century
Since 1919 the Italian carrozzeria has built a legacy as one of the world’s most storied design houses and coachbuilders. Recent collaborations with elite automakers now boldly aim the company into its next hundred years… In the early days of the automobile, customers didn’t buy a vehicle like they do today, as a single finished […] More
Morgan Motor Company
A British automaker builds vintage vehicles for the 21st century… Morgan Motor Company strives to be an outlier. In fact, the company flips a metaphorical bird at its peers with eclectic designs that defy sports car norms. While the competition uses carbon fibre and composite materials invented by NASA, Morgan sticks to its classic combination […] More
Indian Motorcycles 2018 Model Line-Up
America’s first motorcycle company introduces Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse with its new model lineup… Indian Motorcycle, has elevated its lineup from the entry-level Scout to its long-distance touring Roadmaster. Along with the newly introduced Indian Scout Bobber, also joining the headline acts are the ultra-premium Indian Roadmaster Elite and blacked-out, toughed-up Springfield Dark […] More
Land Rover: The Making of A Legend
Land Rover was born from a driftwood sketch on a Welsh beach seven decades ago, manifested via British ingenuity, and built into a dominant global brand. Much has changed along the way — and even more has stayed the same… As with anything in life, context is everything. To understand the genesis of Land Rover, […] More
KAMAZ-4326
KAMAZ has reclaimed the mantle of the world’s best truck-racing team… No team has dominated off-road truck races like the famed Dakar Rally more than KAMAZ. The Russian squad has won seven of the last nine runs of the roughly 5,500-mile Dakar, and its trucks finished first and second in the most recent event. The […] More
Porsche 911 GT2 RS
Engine: 3.8 litre flat six twin-turbo Transmission: 7 speed dual clutch automatic Power: 522kW Torque: 553 pound-feet Weight: 1470 kg Top Speed: 339 km/h 0-100km/h: 2.7 seconds Price: $385,000+ Although it’s been in production for well over half a century, Porsche never seem to lose the right formula for adding horsepower and cutting weight to […] More
BF Goodrich Off Road Escape
BFGoodrich Tires Australia has launched an innovative new 4×4 navigation app that allows off roaders and those with a passion for exploring the outdoors the opportunity to download, upload and share their favourite tracks and points of interest with not only their friends, but others within the 4×4 community… More
Moto Himalaya with Royal Enfield
Our mates at Royal Enfield invited us on a surreal eight-day trip to India riding through the Himalayas with motorcycle media members from around the world. We sent a guy armed with an Aldi helmet, waterproof pants baggier than MC Hammer’s ’90s effort, a pair of RM William boots, a drone and a hangover from hell. Remarkably, the legendary James Kerley managed to file this account… More
Moto Guzzi
Even legends need reboots. After clocking up 95 years in the biz, the Italians behind that soaring eagle logo – Moto Guzzi – are looking to capitalize on the current trend of retro-styled machines with their new V9 models, the Roamer and the Bobber. Aimed at a new generation of hipsters and youngsters, these two […] More
The Top 14 cars of 2014
ASTON MARTIN V12 VANTAGE S Spec Check Engine 6.0 litre V12 Power 422kw 0-100km/h 3.7 seconds Top Speed 330km/h Release Date Now Price $389, 300 Aston Martin’s fastest-ever production car is here and it also happens to be the most explosive piece of machinery the wizards at Aston have ever conjured from their car-building cauldron. […] More