Every year I can't wait for the moment when the finalists for COTY – Car of the Year 2026 are announced. It's the best approximation of an automotive Eurovision – full of tension, inflated egos and shiny PowerPoints, tables and lists. But this year's selection of finalists? This one really blew me away. So I decided I had to write down a few rough lines. Macarolov-style. Without a hair on my tongue and without rose-colored glasses. Because I can have my own opinion.
At a time when e-bikes are becoming a part of everyday life, the Also Alpha Wave helmet is one that adds a touch of futurism to your ride – with lights, speakers and protection that even Iron Man would envy. Is this finally a helmet that will convince us to wear it without complaining?
Have you ever dreamed of escaping to the wilderness, where roads become a distant memory, while still enjoying the comforts of civilization? The ARB Earth Camper, an Australian rugged beast that has now set foot on American soil for the first time, promises to deliver just that. Built on nearly 50 years of experience in the world of 4x4 accessories, this compact camper combines raw power and clever design. Presented as the ultimate companion for off-road adventures, it invites you to leave the asphalt and venture into the unknown - without compromise. But beware: if you're the type who's afraid of dust, this toy is not for you. For everyone else... well, read on and prepare to fall in love at first sight.
What do you get when you cross an American SUV, Japanese motorsport, and a few hefty spoonfuls of testosterone? You get Dune Patrol – an Armada that would rather book its summer vacation in the Sahara than the Adriatic.
From classic legends reimagined to electric rockets and concepts we'll probably only see in our dreams, if you think the Japanese automotive industry is asleep, prepare to be gently but firmly awakened by the Tokyo Mobility Show 2025.
The Ferrari 12Cilindri is not a car. It is a work of art that was accidentally born with license plates instead of a signature. The twelve-cylinder engine is a song about why we still need gasoline, even when the world swears by electrons. And then along comes Novitec, the tuning guru from a world where “enough” is a swear word, and says: “Very nice, Ferrari. Now let’s show you what happens when beauty gets serious.”
Harley-Davidson's electric baby, the LiveWire brand, surprised everyone. Instead of a heavy electric cruiser, it introduced a mini-bike. The LiveWire S4 Honcho, in two flavors - Street and Trail, promises riding pleasure without the noise, smell and drama.
Imagine an electric SUV with the heart of a rocket, futuristic technology, and a price tag you'd expect from an old hatchback - the Leapmotor C10 with its 800-volt architecture is here to shake up the world.
Lexus, that Japanese master of understated luxury that has always managed to balance tradition with a touch of madness, is now venturing into the wild waters of an identity crisis. But hey, if it's a crisis, let it last—at least long enough to get futuristic toys like this "coupe" that has four doors and the heart of an electric nomad.
New Toyota Corolla Concept: When the class queen finally gets serious (and then goes a little crazy)
If someone had told you a decade ago that the Toyota Corolla would one day look like a space cruiser on steroids, you would have probably rolled your eyes. But here we are – 2025 is upon us, and Toyota is clearly serious. Meet the Toyota Corolla Concept, a car that erases memories of the old model as easily as it erases beliefs about what the Corolla can (and should) be.
Sometimes a car comes along that is not just a machine, but a work of art – and the Totem GT Super “Farina” is exactly that. A hand-crafted homage to the golden age of Italian motoring, wrapped in a bodywork that even Pininfarina himself would envy.
Rivian's young talent ALSO has created something that's not just a bike, but a true technological symphony with the TM-B e-bike. With bold aesthetics, modular design, and automotive pedigree, it's a machine that will delight everyone from urban commuters to adventurous souls.











