https://www.hotcars.com HotCars' exclusive car renders recreate and modernize old and new vehicles adored by car enthusiasts around the world. They are produced by our editorial team and digital artists. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:15:19 GMT en-US hourly 60 This 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor Lightning render, courtesy of HotCars artist Rostislav Prokop takes the new Ranger and fuses two unrelated models together to create something truly electric.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:15:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-ford-ranger-lightning/ Toyota, the Japanese car brand that needs no introduction, seem to be doing everything right when it comes to their performance car offerings. In a twist no-one saw coming, the GR brand saw the return of the Toyota Supra, a new, more powerful GR86, and the introduction of the GR Yaris / GR Corolla.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:45:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-toyota-gr-rav4/ Ever since the Mazda RX-8 finished production in 2012, fans have been asking for a follow-up to the rotary sports car. The RX-8 may have lived in the shadow of the mythical RX-7, but it didn’t stop the public’s hunger for another rotary performance car.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:46:22 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-mazda-rx-9/ Legions of fans will miss the Dodge Charger and Challenger when they bow their final bow this year. Retiring all the muscle cars from the lineup is a necessary move with pressure from governments and of course the conglomerate of Stellantis.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:01:24 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/dodge-hornet-scat-pack-render/ This new render from HotCars artist Rostislav Prokop should be unmistakable to people both old and young. That Kammback tail, the sleek aerodynamic front end, the compact silhouette.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:45:21 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-1990-honda-crx-restomod/ The third-generation Ford Focus RS was a seriously hot hatchback, with more power than you might think was necessary in a practical compact car. Not that anyone was complaining.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 20:15:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-new-2024-ford-focus-rs/ The Subaru Impreza WRX STi is a rally and sports sedan hero that needs no introduction – but we’ll make one anyway. Coming out in 1992, the Subaru Impreza made a name for itself both in rallying and in the gearhead world. We can all picture the blue sedan with its hood scoop, gold wheels and big wing making jumps over crests in WRC videos or physically driving one on a video game console.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:45:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/subaru-wrx-sti-returns-for-2024/ Toyota's revised truck and SUV line-up packs in a serious punch. New models for the Sequoia and Tundra are a massive upgrade over their previous-gen versions. The recently revealed 2024 Tacoma completely changes the mid-size pickup game. The only model that is still due for an update is the Toyota 4Runner. Toyota will likely bring in its renewed version as a 2025 model later this year. Just like its body-on-frame siblings, the new 4Runner will also get a host of revisions across the board. But the most important improvement over the current version will be the introduction of the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain.

]]> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 01:01:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2025-toyota-4runner-hybrid-big-trouble-jeep-wrangler-4xe/ Toyota’s recent reveal of the 2024 Tacoma got us thinking about the 4Runner. The midsize item has been long in the tooth, and we expect Toyota to launch the sixth-gen 4Runner around mid-to late 2024 as a 2025 model.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 23:00:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-toyota-4runner-most-versatile-family-friendly-suv/ We recently covered a story about a mysterious new camouflaged Mustang being tested by Shelby America. All rumors on it suggest that a wilder Mustang Dark Hose is in the making. This got us excited and impatient, which is why we took matters into our hands to create the perfect blueprint for a 2024 Ford Mustang Shelby Dark Horse.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 21:00:21 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-ford-mustang-svt-cobra-terminator-ultimate-muscle-car/ If we're being honest, the Toyota Camry isn’t exactly the last word in excitement. The Japanese sedan is often regarded as a rather dull, but extremely reliable commuter car, not something you take to the track or for a canyon road blast.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 19:05:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/mid-engine-toyota-camry-sports-car-render/ Volkswagen’s Karmann Ghia is one of the forgotten sports cars, developed across three models from the 1950s to the 1970s. Its design bore some resemblance to the Alpine A110 of the time, but unlike the Alpine it has never had a modern revival. That is until our hugely talented renderer Rostislav Prokop got his digital pen art and designed this new Karmann Ghia for 2023, one that would make good use of the Volkswagen R powertrain.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:05:22 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/volkswagen-karmann-ghia-render-sports-car-alpine-a110-should-fear/ Electric SUVs are becoming more common and there are a growing number of viable options for busy families or airport taxis, though larger, 3-row offerings are thin on the ground.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 23:30:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/kia-ev9-pickup-truck-to-rival-rivian/ It’s been over 40 years since Pontiac ceased production of the Catalina. Although this full-size model was often overshadowed by its smaller sibling, the iconic Pontiac GTO, it was a strong seller throughout the 1960s and 1970s and had the power to be a true muscle car.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/big-comeback-pontiac-catalina/ HotCars artist Rostislav Prokop hits the ball out of the park with another 60s luxury car in the form of an exclusive render – the Oldsmobile Toronado. Back then, it could have been a muscle car, but there was really one thing that got in the way: the surprising use of front-wheel-drive.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 10:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1966-oldsmobile-toronado-restomod-render/ The 1987 Buick GNX was a seriously fast car for its time. With a 3.8-liter turbocharged V6 under its hood, it was quicker to 60 MPH than some notable high-performance cars from that era, such as the Ferrari F40, Chevrolet Corvette, and the Ford Mustang GT.

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1987-buick-gnx-restomod-render-vintage-grit-modern-performance/ The Lincoln Continental was America's first personal luxury car. It went into production in 1939 as a convertible and coupe and later morphed into a high-end sedan that ran for ten generations. 2020 was the last model year for this premium automobile as Lincoln switched over to exist as a brand that only makes luxury crossovers and SUVs.

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 12:00:18 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-lincoln-continental-concept-personal-luxury-car/ Sure, the Pontiac GTO was the original muscle car, but if you’re going solely on V8 power numbers, the Pontiac Grand Prix beat the GTO to the post by two years, coming out in 1962.

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 12:00:18 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1962-pontiac-grand-prix-restomod/ The wizards of the HotCars art department have imagined what a modern BMW Z4 would look like as a hard-top coupe. Additionally, we can't help but imagine the M division may also love to add their special magic to the concept. So, we welcome the 2025 BMW Z4 M Coupe imagined by our in-house digital artist, Rostislav Prokrop.

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:00:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2025-bmw-z4-m-coupe-render-return-clown-shoe/ The Ford Mustang has been one of the most famous and celebrated sports cars since its introduction in the 1960s. While the Mustang has adopted a number of styles over the years, one of the more distinct looks the Mustang wore came in the 1980s and early 1990s with the Fox Body style.

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/fox-body-ford-mustang-returns-with-purpose/ At HotCars, we can't get enough of good custom renderings. Luckily for us, we have some talented artists crafting some amazing digital creations. One of those artists is Rostislav Prokop, who has taken on the AMC Rebel Machine of the 1970s and turned it into a modern restomod, worthy of an AMC comeback and with some dramatic changes to the exterior design.

]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2023 13:00:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/amc-rebel-machine-rendering-amc-return-we-want/ We love a good rendering here at HotCars, and thankfully we have some talented renderers on our team including Timothy Adry Emmanuel. He has crafted some amazing renders for us, including a 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS, complete in widebody and restomod form with some outstanding modifications to create the vehicle that you didn’t think you needed.

]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2023 12:01:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1964-chevrolet-impala-ss-widebody-rendering-restomod-you-needed/ The Ferrari F50 is one of the greatest supercars ever made. It's a pure-blood Italian prancing horse, packing in a V12 engine borrowed from a Ferrari Formula One race car. With only 349 units rolling out of Maranello, it's an extremely rare 90s classic that's worth millions of dollars today.

]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2023 11:00:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-ferrari-f50-render-next-v12-supercar/ Porsche was among one of the first legacy automakers to offer an SUV in its line-up. The Cayenne made its debut in 2002. In the two decades since then, it has morphed into a handsome and fun-to-drive mid-size luxury SUV.

]]> Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1980-cayenne-suv-render-porsche-944-turbo-off-road/ The Tesla Model S is one of the quickest electric luxury sedans currently on sale. Off the line, it can reach 60 MPH in a lightning-fast 3.1 seconds. The Model S Plaid, with its tri-motor setup, dials things up a notch, clocking 60 MPH in just 1.9 seconds - faster than a Bugatti Chiron.

]]> Sat, 12 Aug 2023 11:01:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/tesla-model-s-plaid-dakar-racer-digital-render/ Classic cars have an irresistible appeal to those looking for something cool. Their timeless design, iconic status, and rich history set them apart from the modern crowd. It's no wonder that some classic cars are selling for incredible amounts of money today. While there are classic cars available from all over the world, American cars are the most popular in the US for obvious reasons. In the past, American and some European manufacturers dominated the US market.

]]> Mon, 07 Aug 2023 02:01:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/classic-american-car-renders-surpass-originals/ Want an affordable sports car? It’s the Mazda Miata. Want a small daily driver that’s reliable? Still Miata. How about a track-day toy that can shame more powerful sports cars around a racetrack? Good ol’ Miata once again.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2026-mazda-miata-ev-concept-render/ There was a time when American personal luxury cars were arguably superior to those from the German likes of Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi. The 60s Chrysler Imperial and the 70s Lincoln Continental are fine examples of how beauty and luxury were fused to create gorgeous land yachts. But in today's luxury cars, that essence of a lavish American coupe dream is missing.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:20 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/modern-cadillac-eldorado-render-american-personal-luxury-cars/ The "Trans Am" is one of the most popular nameplates of the badass 70s muscle car era. The 1974 Pontiac Trans Am Super Duty is extra-special because it was the last big horsepower muscle car before the stricter emission standards and other binding rules kicked in. Our 1974 Trans Am Super Duty Restomod, rendered by HotCars artist Rostislav Prokop, continues Pontiac's 70s legacy and creates the wildest-ever version of the iconic Trans Am.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 11:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1974-pontiac-trans-am-super-duty-restomod-render/ The Buick Grand National is one of the most famous G-Body cars ever built, with the most famous generation the second one from 1978 to 1987. It is the latter year that saw the most fame, with the exceptional Buick GNX elevating it to new heights. In honor of that beast, HotCars digital artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel has crafted this exceptional rendering of the 1987 Grand National, resto-modding the Buick so it is ready for 2023.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1987-buick-grand-national-restomod-rendering-gnx-revival/ The era of pure muscle cars, as we know, is coming to an end. The Chevrolet Camaro is getting a very bland send-off, and Dodge is planning to woo us with a 2-door Dodge Charger EV. In this bold upcoming world of e-Muscle, only Ford plans to give us the nostalgic pill a bit longer, as the seventh-gen S650 Mustang brakes cover in 2024.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 12:00:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2025-ford-capri-render-over-2024-mustang-europe/ It is hard to argue that the 1991 GMC Syclone wasn't one of the coolest pickup trucks ever built. Besides having a stellar exterior design, it also packed in a mighty 4.3-liter turbocharged V6, putting out 280 horsepower and the ability to breach 60 MPH in 4.2 seconds.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 11:00:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2023-gmc-syclone-6x6-muscle-truck-render/ A ‘restomod’ is an umbrella term a little open to interpretation, but we mostly have a good idea of what it means. Sometimes classic car restomods are subtle, sometimes they are bolder. Then you get to this: the 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS by HotCars digital artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:15:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-1964-chevrolet-impala-ss-restomod/ When we’re talking about muscle cars from the 70s, you can’t make a list of the greats without mentioning the AMC Rebel Machine. This short-lived legend arrived for 1970, a year after the AMC SC/Rambler, another classic nameplate from the same brand.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:30:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-amc-rebel-the-machine-modern-version/ If you call your new muscle car both a ‘rebel’ and ‘the machine’ you should probably back it up with some substance. That’s what AMC did with the 1970 AMC Rebel The Machine, and then they painted in white, red and blue, because America.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 08:45:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-amc-rebel-machine/ This new BMW Z4 M render is something that you can’t buy: a hard-top coupe version of the Z4 roadster. For the first generation a coupe was available, the second generation brought a folding metal roof, and now it is purely a convertible.

]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:30:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-bmw-z4-m-coupe-render/ As far as classic cars go, the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is easily recognizable. The vintage coupe was also an important model for the German brand – it was the first new car after the ‘Type 1’, or Volkswagen Beetle.

]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 08:45:19 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-modern-volkswagen-karmann-ghia/ Over the years, Ford has made some wonderful cars, but some stand out more as pure automotive sensations. The Mustang is one such car that helped Ford prosper as one of the most valuable American automakers in the world.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ford-capri-muscle-car-restomod-render-mustang-cousin/ Today, when the whole world has fallen head-over-heels for crossovers and SUVs, a few car manufacturers still hold the ground with exotic supercars and hypercars.

]]> Sat, 29 Jul 2023 14:00:18 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/bugatti-suv-most-powerful-luxurious-in-world/ Honda (and by extension, Acura) has a rich history of producing epic high-performance cars that are a treat to drive. The NSX, S2000, Civic Type-R, and Integra Type-R are a few examples.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:01:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-honda-prelude-sports-coupe-reimagined-digital-render/ The Hilux is one of the toughest Toyota trucks ever made. It's right up there with the Land Cruiser in terms of reliability and has a global reputation for being a highly versatile and durable four-wheel drive vehicle. We can't get the latest-gen Hilux in the States, and there are a handful of reasons for that.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 18:30:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/toyota-hilux-restomod-render-workhorse-mean-dragster/ It's no surprise that Automotive manufacturers are focusing more on crossovers and SUVs, but we think that needs to change. There are rumors of a Chevrolet Corvette SUV, but why not stay truer to the lineage and history of the sports car, and create the ultimate shooting brake?

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/chevrolet-corvette-c8-z06-shooting-brake-rendering-better-crossover-suv/ The Dodge Charger is bidding adieu at the end of 2023, but one model that often gets overlooked is the Shelby Charger from the fifth generation of the muscle car. This was a modified Charger by the late, great Carroll Shelby, who turned his focus towards the styling and suspension of the muscle car.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:31:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1987-dodge-shelby-charger-restomod-render-underrated-classic/ There’s something ominous about a black, modified Buick Grand National, but this one has something darker about it. Just one look at the front end gives away its intentions. It’s a fully built performance car with one focus and only a pinch of sentimentality.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:30:22 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/render-1987-buick-grand-national-restomod/ Ford v Ferrari is one of the greatest car movies, period. It’s also a testament to the lengths people would go to when Enzo Ferrari rubbed them the wrong way. But there might even be a better story out there and it gave us one of the most valuable Ferraris in the world: the Ferrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:01:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ferrari-testarossa-shooting-brake-breadvan-homage/ Rimac likely isn't coming up with an electric performance SUV anytime soon. The Croatian brand's founder and CEO, Mate Rimac, has made this clear on a number of occasions - but so did the top leaders at other legacy supercar makers at one point, including Ferrari, which recently unveiled the spectacular Purosangue.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 11:00:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/rimac-suv-render-all-electric-off-roader/ The Chevrolet Corvette is a long-running and iconic nameplate, the quintessential American sports car; pure and untouchable. Well, not quite – like many other models from other brands, what makes a Corvette is subject to change. For the C8 Chevy Corvette generation, Chevrolet shocked the world with a mid-engined layout. Next, Chevy surprised all the gear heads with a hybrid ‘Vette – the Corvette E-Ray.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 16:00:21 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/c8-chevrolet-corvette-shooting-brake-concept-render/ When we think of the Dodge Charger, the second-generation muscle car comes to mind, with its memorable styling and potent powertrain options. It was a tough act to follow, and today the luxury-focused fourth generation is somewhat unloved.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:16:13 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1987-dodge-charger-shelby-restomod-render/ The Shelby Daytona Coupe holds a legendary status in American automotive history. Caroll Shelby built it to serve just one purpose - beat the Ferrari 250 GTO on the race track. Between 1964 and 1965, six examples of this iconic GT Class race car battled it out with the Ferrari in multiple races as part of the International Championship for GT Manufacturers series.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 14:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/shelby-daytona-coupe-restomod-classic-muscle-modern-performance/ Dodge has a rich history of producing epic muscle cars. While the Challenger and Charger are two of the most popular high-performance models made by the brand, in the past, the carmaker has given us a handful of other equally amazing V8-powered hooligans that have the potential to knock your socks off.

]]> Sun, 09 Jul 2023 16:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/dodge-super-bee-restomod-render-ready-drag-strip/ The Toyota Land Cruiser is returning to the U.S., but this time in a whole new avatar. It won't be a full-sized SUV like its predecessor, but it will shrink in size to fit into the mid-size segment. Though the updated version of this legendary off-roader will share the same TNGA-F underpinnings as the J300 sold outside America, it won't have much else in common with it.

]]> Thu, 06 Jul 2023 20:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/digital-concept-2025-toyota-land-cruiser/ 1962 was the last model year for the C1 Corvette, and there are a lot of reasons why it holds a special place in this iconic sports car's history. From a performance perspective, it was the most powerful version of the first-gen Vette thanks to its bigger 327 ci V8. Variants equipped with fuel injection were producing 360 horsepower, which was pretty impressive for that period.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:35:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/supercharged-1962-chevrolet-corvette-restomod-render/ The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 being faster than the Hellcat Dodge Challenger is no surprise given its potent powerplant and lighter body. Even the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse doesn't stand a chance against the Camaro ZL1 with the 1LE package. We are talking about a Chevrolet muscle car that has practically remained unchanged since 2016.

]]> Tue, 04 Jul 2023 20:15:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/camaro-zl1-4-door-render-chevrolets-greatest-comeback/ In some ways, holding the concept of a Ferrari in one's mind next to the idea of a station wagon feels like a cognitive disconnect. But like many sports car manufacturers, Ferrari has produced its fair share of shooting brakes. This tradition goes back at least to the 1960s, with the Ferrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan straight on through to the recent GTC4Lusso.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 23:15:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ferrari-testarossa-shooting-brake-render/ If you wanted to create a restomod based on a classic car, the sky, as they say, would be the limit. With so many outfits capable of turning round almost any car in any condition into a modern performance machine, money is seemingly the only obstacle.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1967-chevrolet-impala-ss-restomod/ HotCars artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel brings us another render from the Sports Car Hall Of Fame; except this one could really get described as a supercar. Back in 2003 the Porsche Carrera GT was a supercar to all intents and purposes.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/porsche-carrera-gt-new-version-render/ Pontiac gave us a lot of stunning muscle cars. The original one was, of course, the 1964 GTO. But there were several other high-performance models that the brand made during the golden era of the 1960s. Among these were popular names such as the Bonneville, Le Mans, Firebird, and Trans Am. But besides these, there were a few others that are forgotten but were equally epic.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:06:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1965-pontiac-catalina-restomod-render-modern-american-muscle/ There are good reasons why the Mazda MX-5, also known as the Mazda Miata, has flourished for 34 years. The MX-5 was and is a basic sports car in its purest form: a fun, lightweight two-seater with a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration and a manual transmission. Its high potential for modification has also earned it a loyal following.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 21:45:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/mazda-mx5-miata-ev-render/ The GT2, and the later GT2 RS, are the holy grail for many Porsche enthusiasts. The luxury German manufacturer has been building these high-performance variants since 1993, but we haven’t had a new edition since the GT2 RS version of the 991-generation finished its run in 2020.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:15:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/992-porsche-911-gt2-rs-digital-concept/ There are far more affordable classic cars to perform a ‘restomod’ makeover on, but few can match the intrinsic style and iconic lines that make up performance car royalty like the original Shelby Daytona Coupe. It got built in 6 examples to take on Ferrari in GT racing in the 60s.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 22:01:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1965-shelby-daytona-coupe-restomod/ Pontiac came up with the Can Am in 1977 to breathe life into the underwhelming sales of the Le Mans intermediate. It had aggressive styling and a more powerful V8 under its hood. It got its name from the famous Canadian-American racing series and was one of the coolest muscle cars of the unexciting Malaise Era.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 21:09:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1977-pontiac-can-am-restomod-render-ultimate-muscle-car-revival/ This Coronet is aggressive – subjected to the same gamma rays that turned Bruce Banner into the Hulk, the Dodge Coronet restomod gets mutated into something more dangerous.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 07:30:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1970-dodge-coronet-426-hemi-restomod/ If someone told you Toyota was one of the first manufacturers to jump on the sporty pickup bandwagon, would you believe them? Well, with a history like the 2001 Toyota TRD Tacoma, a truck that could out-brake a Porsche 911 GT2, you’d better believe it. The 2005-2014 Toyota Tacoma X-Runner was the Japanese manufacturer’s next take on the hot truck formula and honestly it beats us why lowered, sporty handling compact trucks went out of fashion. This 2024 Toyota Tacoma GR X-Runner render shows us why they need to make a comeback stat.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 20:05:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-toyota-tacoma-gr-x-runner-render/ That Ford is working on an electric Bronco is something of an open secret. In fact, more than a few enthusiasts were a little surprised that the new-gen Ford Bronco wasn’t available with an electrified powertrain at launch. But now that the Blue Oval has tasted success with the Ford F-150 Lightning, it makes sense that a Bronco Lightning makes an appearance. Even more so when patent leaks showed a Bronco off-roader with a roof-mounted, removable battery pack.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:05:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/electric-ford-bronco-preview/ The R34 Skyline GT-R is among the most cherished JDM sports cars from the 90s. It's got an enormous fan base across the globe. Car enthusiasts droll over it, and it's a favorite among collectors too. You can't have one legally in the United States because of the 25-year import rule, which makes it even more desirable. The hype around this Nissan is high, thanks to the popular Fast and Furious movie franchise and the Gran Tourismo video game. But it's well justified, as the R34 GT-R is actually pretty impressive in the real world!

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 16:05:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/r34-nissan-skyline-gt-r-stunning-2024-render/ The Gazoo Racing-inspired Toyota models are gaining some serious clout in the industry. What started out with mass production of the latest Supra model has now rolled out through several releases such as the awesome GR Corolla, GR Yaris, and GR86. Even pickup truck fans might have rejoiced at the news of the Hilux GR Sport, although we won't likely ever see it in the U.S. market.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/toyota-tacoma-gr-x-runner-render/ The original muscle car – the 1964 Pontiac GTO – also had a bigger brother. It borrowed European terminology for its name: the 2+2. Pontiac’s 1965 Catalina 2+2 was a sporty, full-size coupe.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:00:18 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1965-pontiac-catalina-22-restomod-render/ General Motors is responsible for many classic iterations of American muscle cars such as the Pontiac GTO and the legendary Chevrolet Camaro. While base models on these cars are still impressive, few models draw more attention than the performance trims. The Camaro has had many different performance models through its many iterations, with Chevrolet bringing about a renaissance of the iconic Z/28 trim in 2014.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:01:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/camaro-z28-could-rescue-nameplate-gm/ The Chevrolet Corvette is one of the longest continually made sports cars with eight generations and counting since 1953. The latest C8 generation with its mid-engine platform continues to see success in the market and the top of the line 2023 Corvette Z06 is making an even bigger splash with its supercar beating flat-plane crank V8.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 11:00:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/c4-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-returns/ The last Cadillac Eldorado wasn’t a bad looking car, and by all accounts it was a smooth mover with a torquey V8 to keep things ticking along nicely. You could say it looks a bit conservative today though.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2001-cadillac-eldorado-new-version-render/ Toyota’s Century has a specific set of skills, like Liam Neeson. But unlike a regular assassin it will instead put you to sleep by way of its silent, cosseting and comfortable ride; its torquey V8 engines intended to provide smooth cruising.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/toyota-century-suv-render/ For the Chevrolet Corvette, the model year 1962 signaled the closing of an era. It was the C1's last year as well as the last year for solid-axle suspension and exposed headlights, the latter of which wouldn't appear again until 2005.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1962-corvette-restomod-render/ Steve McQueen was a Hollywood legend. His movies are great fun to watch, even today. He played iconic roles in a bunch of critically acclaimed movies. For gearheads, though, the favorite pick would always be the Bullitt, for obvious reasons. The famous car chase scene in the flick involving a 1968 Ford Mustang and a 1968 Dodge Charger on the streets of San Francisco gave both cars a legendary status among car enthusiasts.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 19:07:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-ford-mustang-bullitt-concept-rebellious-tribute-steve-mcqueen/ The Chevrolet Camaro has been one of the most iconic American muscle cars since its debut in 1967. The sixth generation has been one of the very best from the bow tie brand and will likely get remembered fondly because it could be the last to feature a combustion engine. While there is no confirmation on what will happen after the 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ends production, the most likely scenario is some sort of EV similar to Dodge's Charger Daytona SRT.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:15:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/chevrolet-camaro-zl1-sedan-render/ Toyota seems determined to take its time with generation updates for especially legendary models. The last gen-Tacoma soldiered on for years, but the 2024 Toyota Tacoma proved the long wait was worth it. Similarly, when Toyota pulled the legendary Land Cruiser from its lineup in 2021 due to a high price tag and low sales, choosing not to bring the globally-available new-gen Land Cruiser J300 in as a replacement, fans have held their fingers crossed for a spectacular return. Which is what our 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser render previews.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:05:13 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/american-toyota-land-cruiser-render/ The rugged SUV market is a competitive place with familiar titans at the top – the Jeep Wrangler and Toyota 4Runner alongside relative-newcomers: the Ford Bronco and Land Rover Defender. But hybrid rivals are slowly catching up.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 18:45:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ford-bronco-lightning-suv-ev/ Here we have the next big thing, courtesy of HotCars artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel: a render representation of the upcoming C8 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sports car. Not only that, but this is the ZR1 convertible version, which will allow top-down motoring with the most power yet seen in a Corvette.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 17:46:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/c8-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-convertible/ After a long wait (painful even, for Toyota fans), the 2024 Toyota Tacoma has been revealed to great fanfare. In case you were wondering, the HotCars Exclusive Render of the Tacoma redesign gets a lot of it right. But Toyota does seem to have outdone itself in many ways. Including a few that may raise some eyebrows, but don't worry, there's an explanation for the huge chin spoiler too.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 12:05:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/toyota-tacoma-render-vs-production-model/ For 2023, Dodge brought back the Super Bee name as a ‘last call’ model for the Dodge Charger, a nameplate that goes all the way back to the end of the 60s. Based on the Dodge Coronet, the Bee got offered with the expensive 7-liter Hemi V8 that offered 425 hp but commanded a significant premium back in the day. Considering the Super Bee was a budget muscle car perhaps it made less sense with the Hemi engine.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 10:15:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1970-dodge-coronet-426-hemi-render/ HotCars digital artist Rostislav Prokop dares to bring back one of the most iconic Ford supercars ever: the GT90. It was a concept car, and a drivable one at that, one that looked unlike anything else in 1995.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 21:15:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/modern-ford-gt90-render/ There was a time when BMW made some of the most beautiful sports sedans around. Cars like the understated yet brawny 2001 BMW M3 come to mind. Unfortunately the same can’t be said of the 2023 BMW M3, which comes off as looking like it’s trying just a little too hard. Modern, sharp and bold, no doubt, but perhaps a little over-styled for BMW-enthusiasts’ tastes. Which led us to think up a third-gen BMW M3 with a modern twist.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 15:05:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/widebody-bmw-e46-m3-concept/ Cadillac has always been at the top of the pecking order when it comes to luxury and refinement. The 1955 Fleetwood Sixty Special is a fine example of that. It had the iconic shape of a 50s-era automobile with its curvy exterior profile and an opulent interior loaded with all manner of high-end materials. It was the choice of the rich and famous, with even Elvis Presley parking one in his garage.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 22:05:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/cadillac-fleetwood-sixty-special-restomod-render/ Produced from 1993 to 2002, the 4th-gen Chevrolet Camaro set itself apart from the model's previous generations. Gone are the 3rd-gen Camaro's geometric lines and flared arches. Instead, Chevy shaved the hard edges down and the front end resembles a catfish's flattened head, hence the name "Catfish Camaro."

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/catfish-chevy-camaro-ss-restomod-render/ Recently, Toyota has teased a new Land Cruiser for the North American market. This is despite the reliable 4x4 model from Toyota having a complicated relationship with the American market in recent times. The J200 wasn’t a strong seller for the Japanese manufacturer, who then didn’t opt to offer Americans the J300 model that it unveiled in 2021.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:15:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/new-toyota-land-cruiser-digital-concept/ Exact production numbers vary, but not by much. Barely more than ten Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda convertibles got made for the ´71 model year. Manual-powered cars were even rarer. It was arguably the peak of the ‘Cuda story - the muscle car was still available with the 7-liter Hemi V8 and in convertible form together. Two things that would cease to be soon after.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 09:16:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1971-plymouth-hemi-cuda-convertible-restomod/ The caped crusader famously demanded his vehicles come in black. Just like his many batmobiles, this reimagined 1977 Pontiac Le Mans Can Am would solely be available in the shade of the night. Pontiac only offered the original model in white, so this is a fitting way of presenting its shadowy modern sibling.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/pontiac-lemans-can-am-restomod-render/ These days, speculation abounds about the much-anticipated C8 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. We've gleaned enough details about the ZR1 to guess that it might lift some cues from the new Z06, such as its gargantuan tires, wider body, and carbon-ceramic brakes. It could also be packing a twin-turbo variant of the LT6 V8, with the potential for surpassing the Z06's rating of 670 hp.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/c8-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-render/ Toyota has built some pretty epic off-roaders in the past. The original Land Cruiser was in a league of its own. Even the brand's current breed of utility vehicles, like the 4Runner and the renewed Tacoma, offer impressive levels of capability. But there is one SUV in the brand's history that holds a special place in the hearts of a lot of outdoor enthusiasts - the FJ Cruiser.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:06:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/toyota-fj-cruiser-render-iconic-off-roader/ The infamous Nissan Skyline GT-R had been burning up the streets and tracks of the world for a decade before the final, and arguably greatest, iteration got unleashed. It was, of course, the truly iconic R34 model.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:16:13 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/godzilla-r34-skyline-gtr-digital-concept/ Of all the special Ford Mustangs from the current S550 generation, you could argue that the Bullitt Mustang was a subtle yet intriguing package that offered just the right blend of minor changes to make a quirky alternative to the other GTs and the Mach 1. The connection to the Steve McQueen feature film and the pared-back nature of the Bullitt is appealing as it was for the last two generations of this dark green limited-edition muscle car.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:15:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-s650-ford-mustang-bullitt-render/ In 1986, BMW produced a homologation model of their 3-Series to comply with the rules of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft race series competition. What was originally intended to be a limited-production sports car took off in popularity and thus the BMW M3 story began.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 15:01:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/bmw-e46-m3-digital-concept/ Where have all the American luxury cars gone? There used to be such a thing as the two-door, personal luxury car, coined for cars like the Buick Riviera GS, Lincoln Continental and Cadillac Eldorado, to name but a few. Cars that took the business of comfort seriously, even over outright handling and performance. Sure, you can go out and get yourself a Bentley Continental GT, a BMW M8, or even a Mercedes-Benz SL, but it's not quite the same thing, is it? Enter our contribution towards making the American Grand Tourer great again: this Buick Riviera GS restomod concept.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:05:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/buick-riviera-gs-restomod-render-personal-luxury-car/ Why many love the Toyota FJ Cruiser is perhaps down to a few factors such as style and heritage, but its ruggedness and capability are what makes it a sought-after used SUV in 2023. It is not a high-tech machine, but it blends real off-road ability with retro design and lifestyle vibes artfully.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 19:30:14 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/hotcars-rostislav-prokop-new-toyota-fj-cruiser/ Cadillac has a long and complex model history stretching back to the start of the 20th century, and among the iconic models from the 50s, the 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special was a 4-door hardtop luxury car notable for its high quality.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 17:45:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/1955-cadillac-fleetwood-restomod/ Gordon Murray has created the spiritual successor of the iconic McLaren F1 in the GMA T50 supercar. But we wanted to take things the old-school way. So, we created a McLaren-badged reincarnation of what is regarded by many to be the first-ever hypercar. HotCars artist, Rostislav Prokop, has created the 2024 McLaren F1 Concept to carry on the legacy of the iconic three-seater supercar.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:06:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2023-mclaren-f1-fastest-car-throne-from-bugatti/ Our respect and adoration for Dodge have increased tenfold. The Ford Mustang is becoming less of a 'muscle car' and more of a 'sports car', and Chevy has rather lamely killed off the Camaro. Amidst all this, the 2023 Challenger Demon 170 reminds us of what a true muscle car is. But we believe that there is more untapped potential here. So, we have created a concept car that can one-up even the Demon 170!

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 14:05:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/2024-dodge-charger-daytona-two-door-last-call/ Ford is an automaker that doesn't shy away from experimenting with new stuff. It is what gave us the bold Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV. While it is a no-nonsense EV, we are still finding it difficult to see a "Mustang" badge on a family-friendly EV. But on the flip side, Ford also makes some of the wildest dune-bashing pickup trucks, like the 2023 F-150 Raptor. This was a smashing hit, but the Mach-E was a boring car.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 20:05:15 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ford-mustang-raptor-suv-concept-better-than-mach-e/ The Lotus Elise was a two-seater sports car that first appeared in 1996, and was markedly lightweight which afforded it outstanding performance even with a smaller 4-cylinder engine. Lotus pulled the plug on its entry-level model, along with several other models, in 2021, but many fans of the Elise want its return.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/new-lotus-elise-render-could-rival-c8-corvette-z06/ Ford can't keep up with the high demand for its Maverick light pickup truck. The carmaker is ramping up production at its Mexico plant in July to increase the supply. But CEO Jim Farley isn't entirely confident if that'll be enough to ensure that there are going to be a lot of Mavericks available for everyone. The popularity of this small truck with big fuel-economy numbers has skyrocketed. And with its rival, the Hyundai Santa Cruz, not being able to attract many buyers, order books for this compact Ford truck keep filling quickly.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:05:16 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/ford-maverick-shortage-toyota-stout-render-pickup/ Big changes are afoot at General Motors these days. It plans to transition all of its brands, including Chevrolet, to making only electric vehicles by 2035. One step forward in implementing the Bowtie's plan is the Blazer EV, which will be available this summer.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 23:00:17 GMT https://www.hotcars.com/chevrolet-camaro-suv-iroc-e-digital-concept/