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MERIDIAN PINNACLE ESTATE

The Pinnacle Estate is our Longroof Luxury Cruiser — a low, wide statement with a true wagon roofline. Handcrafted walnut runs along the lower body like a yacht hull, flush door handles and a single slim LED light bar keep the surfaces clean.

Its signature aero disc wheel — a champagne-bronze solid disc with a white wall, a nod to 70s executive cruisers reimagined for electric. Inside is the same language: button-tufted bouclé, walnut and aluminum inlay slats, second-row bench, fold and stow third row and a flat yacht-deck cargo floor - 310 mi EV, long wheelbase executive ride, quiet presence over speed.

I had a hard time with rear passenger interior proportions and dimensions matching up, but close enough lol

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What happens when you cross America's appetite for enormous SUVs with Italy's most iconic city car?

Meet the Fiat 5000, Stellantis' latest exercise in platform sharing. Based on the full-size Jeep Wagoneer, the 5000 brings the charm and cheeky styling of the Fiat 500 to a decidedly American scale.

On the outside, the 5000 combines the Fiat 500's round headlights, retro-inspired detailing and signature alloy wheels with the imposing dimensions of a three-row SUV. Finished in Peacock Blue (230/B), it offers all the Italian charm of a Cinquecento, only with considerably more cento.

Inside, seven passengers can enjoy a supersized interpretation of the Fiat 500's interior, complete with body-colored dashboard panels, white and black leather, houndstooth upholstery and modern infotainment. A proper Fiat manual transmission brings a little extra Italian involvement to the American school run.

For those who prefer their dolce vita al fresco, the 5000C features a giant retractable fabric roof inspired by the Fiat 500C.

Wherever you're headed, the Fiat 5000 lets you do it with a touch of Italian flair.

Because sometimes, 500 just isn't enough.

Bonus pic of a Fiat 500-based Jeep Baby Wagoneer in the last photo.

The 2030 Cadillac Calais emerges as a striking, clean-sheet global luxury contender built to challenge established compact and midsize stalwarts like the BMW 3 Series and 4 Series, Audi A4 and A5, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class and CLE-Class. Available in both sleek fastback sedan and athletic two-door coupe configurations, its exterior language pairs classic rear-drive proportions—defined by a long dash-to-axle ratio, a planted stance, and muscular rear haunches—with Cadillac's modern lighting signature. Vertical LED light blades slice through the front fascia, while a luminous center spine bisects the clamshell hood and cascades over the fastback rear decklid, framing ultra-slim vertical taillights and quad exhaust tips integrated into a rear carbon-composite diffuser.

Beneath its sculpted sheet metal, the Calais offers a diverse, enthusiast-focused powertrain lineup designed to bridge internal combustion performance with modern electrification. Entry and mid-tier models utilize a responsive hybrid-turbo inline-four or an all-new 3.2-liter inline-six engine, delivering silky power delivery and high-efficiency cruising. For the high-performance V and V Blackwing variants, Cadillac unleashes a formidable V8 powerplant. Power is sent to the pavement through either a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) or all-wheel-drive (AWD) architecture, paired with driver-focused transmission choices that include a purist manual gearbox alongside a lightning-quick dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

Inside, the cabin blends futuristic digital interfaces with traditional driver-centric ergonomics, highlighted by a sweeping curved display screen, a contoured multi-tone leather steering wheel, and a prominent center console housing a knurled metal shifter and rotary drive-mode selectors. Sculpted multi-contour bucket seats feature contrasting dual-tone upholstery, offering exceptional lateral support during aggressive cornering while maintaining long-distance touring comfort. By offering a true internal-combustion and hybrid portfolio with proper manual and DCT options in both sedan and coupe body styles, the Calais carves out a distinct niche that appeals directly to traditional driving enthusiasts.

Inspired by the iconic 1947 Series 62, the '47 Series Concept reimagines post-war automotive grandeur through a distinctly futuristic lens. The striking exterior is finished in an iridescent Seabreeze Pearl Metallic that catches the light across its smooth, flowing panels, contrasted gracefully by accents in Wafting Clouds White. Sculpted with ultra-clean lines, a seamless body-side profile, and aerodynamic disc wheels, this modern classic breathes new life into Cadillac's legendary design heritage with a masterclass in minimalist opulence.

Beneath its breathtaking, long-hood proportions lies a traditional rear-wheel-drive (RWD) layout engineered for effortless cruising, powered by a commanding, smooth-running V8 engine that pays tribute to high-displacement American luxury. The front fascia blends retro majesty with advanced technology, featuring a softly glowing grille flanked by vertical LED light blades that seamlessly wrap into the fenders. At the rear, a continuous, sweeping lightbar echoes the classic tailfin era while framing the flush Cadillac crest, flanked below by integrated dual exhaust tips that hint at the potent V8 performance beneath.

Inside, the cabin evokes a lounge-like sanctuary finished in matching Seabreeze Pearl Metallic trim and decadent Wafting Clouds White tufted, pillow-style leather seating. The driver is greeted by a high-definition curved digital display stretching across the dashboard, blending ultra-modern telemetry with old-school analogue elegance. Topped with a minimalist two-tone steering wheel, machined aluminum accents, and a jewel-like gear shifter, the interior of the '47 Series Concept achieves a flawless harmony between nostalgic comfort and state-of-the-art craftsmanship.

The Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham V16 concept stands as a monumental achievement in American coachbuilding, reclaiming the pinnacle of ultra-luxury motoring. Stretching an imposing 257 inches with a commanding 70-inch height, this flagship presence towers over traditional executive imports, blending classic proportions with modern mastery.

Priced between $600,000 and $800,000, each example is secured exclusively through bespoke commission. Clients work directly with master artisans to curate one-of-one specifications, choosing from an infinite palette of hand-rubbed exterior finishes, rare wood veneers, and custom interior appointments tailored to individual taste.

Inside, the cabin serves as a sanctuary of modern opulence. Supple, hand-stitched leather covers executive seating designed for absolute relaxation, while cutting-edge acoustic isolation and integrated technology blend seamlessly into the heritage-inspired design. Driven by an ultra-smooth V16 powerplant, the Fleetwood Brougham offers a floating, effortless ride that redefines the standard for global prestige.

Kawasaki Ninja (H2R/ZX-14) Inspired 2 seater, Mid-engine sports car concept.

I used mostly the Ninja series for inspiration but did also take some from the UTVs such as the Teryx.

I'd like to imagine they would offer a spider/Targa/Pop top roof version as well. I didn't want to go the full AutoCycle on this 🍻

Size: 4C/Boxer/Mr2.

Engine: 998cc supercharged inline-four, 310 hp at 14,000 rpm, 122 lb-ft at 12,500 rpm

E-motor: Axial-flux permanent magnet, 68 hp, 111 lb-ft from 0 to 5,500 rpm, phased out by 6,000 rpm

Combined system: 368 hp at 13,500 rpm, 195 lb-ft combined at 5,500 rpm • Battery: 4.8 kWh, 350V, 118 lbs, low front mount for 44/56 balance

Transmission: 6-speed sequential transaxle, LSD, 4.6:1 final drive

Weight and Size

• Curb weight: 2,860 lbs wet, up 210 lbs for motor, inverter, and battery • Length: 165 in, Width: 71 in, Height: 47 in, Wheelbase: 98 in • Power to weight: 7.8 lbs per hp.

Projected Performance

• 0-60 mph: 3.0 / 0-100 mph: 7.0 sec • Quarter mile: 10.9 sec at 130 mph • Top speed: 182 mph, gear limited • 30-70 mph in 3rd: 2.4 sec.

How it drives now

Below 6,000 rpm the supercharged four is normally flat. The e-motor fills that hole with instant torque, so it pulls like a 2.0L turbo off a stoplight, then the supercharger takes over at 8,000 rpm and screams to 14,000 rpm. You get daily drivability without losing the high-rpm character.

Layout: Mid-engine, RWD, 2-door sports coupe

Seating: 2-seater, low center of gravity

Chassis: Carbon tub, Boxster-sized footprint

Engine: Desmosedici Stradale R 998cc V4R

Hybrid: Axial-flux e-motor, hybrid assist

Combined output: ~320 hp @ 13,500 rpm

Torque: ~136 lb-ft engine + 111 lb-ft e-fill

Weight: ~1,962 lbs dry

0-60: ~3.1 sec

Top speed: ~180 mph

Exhaust: Dual titanium tips, top-exit option

Wheels: Forged center-lock, 19 in F / 20 in R

Brakes: Brembo carbon-ceramic, Corse calipers

Aero: Carbon splitter, diffuser, flat underbody

Design cues: Round Monster-style halo headlights, Ducati Corse livery, V4R Hybrid badging

Interior: Ducati Corse cockpit, analog-style driver gauges, carbon buckets

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This stunning, massive Chrysler Imperial sedan is built to take on the absolute top tier of the automotive world. Drawing design cues from classic Imperials of the past—such as sleek flowing fenders, an upright nose, a sloping rear, and wide taillights—its dark gray and silver two-tone paint job truly sets it off.

Inside, only the highest quality materials will do. It delivers a tech-forward cabin that remains strictly luxury-focused: rather than an overwhelming, screen-only experience, it integrates modern technology without sacrificing traditional craftsmanship, design materials, or tactile controls.

A rich blend of dark burgundy, black, premium metals, crystal, and warm open-pore wood complements the exterior, though the interior is fully customizable to the buyer's desires, just like the exterior paint. Powering this flagship are either a twin-turbo V8 or an optional quad-turbo V12, punching out anywhere from 500 to 900 horsepower.