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Exploring Taiwan’s Unique Automotive Culture with Night Shift

Taiwan's automotive scene is a unique blend of passion, innovation, and community. To delve deeper into this vibrant culture, we spoke with Eric, the founder and editor of Night Shift, a popular Taiwanese automotive media outlet.

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Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S by Bertone (1981)

The Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S, a legendary supercar, is a rare gem within its lineage, with only 237 ever produced. This particular model, chassis number 1121296, is one of 105 from the second series, distinguished by its sleek design and lower suspension setting.

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Bugatti W16 Mistral – World Tour in Tokyo

The Bugatti W16 Mistral's world tour, which began in the summer of 2022, has arrived in Asia, following North America, Europe and the Middle East. Tokyo, the world's most populous city and one of the world's leading financial centres, was chosen as the first stop in Asia.

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Porsche Pepita Edition by Vitra: Where Iconic Design Meets Automotive Heritage

Vitra, renowned Swiss maker of designer furniture, is embarking on a special collaboration with Porsche, the iconic sports car manufacturer, to produce a limited collection of chairs that seamlessly blend the realms of automotive heritage and interior design.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reveals Love for Mercedes-AMG G 63 in New “AMG Uncovered” Series

The inaugural episode shines a spotlight on none other than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the rising star of the Oklahoma City Thunder and a 2024 NBA All-Star, showcasing his cherished Mercedes-AMG G 63.

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BMW R nineT Custombike by Zweiradwerke Vertriebs GmbH: ‘R nineT Boxermeister’

The R nineT Boxermeister, a custom creation by Zweiradwerke Vertriebs GmbH, pays homage to the racing cars of the 1970s and 1980s with its vibrant orange paintwork and bold lettering.

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BMW R nineT Custombike by Auer Gruppe GmbH: ‘R nineT Beemer’

The R nineT Beemer, a custom creation by Auer Gruppe GmbH, stands out with its striking Gulf racing color scheme reminiscent of the 1960s and 1970s.

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Renault 5 Turbo Group 4 (1982 ) up for auction

The Renault 5 Turbo, initially driven by Alain Prost and Jean-Marc Andrié in the 1982 Rallye du Var, underwent refurbishment after an accident. It achieved a notable 3rd place in class and 7th overall in the 1986 Tour de Corse. Former owner Michel Neri campaigned it in 28 rallies from 1983 to 1988, securing two victories and 12 podium finishes.

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Renault 5 Turbo & Renault 5 Alpine at Rallye Monte-Carlo

Renault celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Renault 5 by entering three crews in the 24th Monte-Carlo Historique rally from January 27 to February 2, 2022.

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Porsche and TAG Heuer Unveil Exclusive Design for Tokyo E-Prix Debut

Ahead of the Tokyo E-Prix debut in Formula E, Porsche and TAG Heuer unveiled an exclusive design for the Porsche 99X Electric race cars. This new livery pays homage to Tokyo's iconic neon signs and street art, reflecting the vibrant culture of the city.

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BMW M3 (E30)

The BMW M3 (E30) is the first model of the M3, BMW's signature sports sedan that continues to this day. In the pantheon of automotive greatness, few names resonate with as much reverence and admiration as the BMW E30 M3. Born from motorsport pedigree and refined for the streets, the E30 M3 stands as a timeless testament to precision engineering, captivating design, and exhilarating performance.

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Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss (2009) up for auction

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss, unveiled in 2009, is a limited edition speedster variant of the SLR, paying homage to the 300 SLR. Only 75 were built exclusively for existing SLR owners. Sacrificing creature comforts for performance and aesthetics, it lacks a windscreen and roof.

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Race-Ready Fashion: PUMA and Scuderia Ferrari’s 2024 Replica Collection

PUMAとScuderia Ferrariは、伝統、情熱、パフォーマンスの融合をテーマに、2024レプリカ・コレクションを発表した。スクーデリア・フェラーリの豊かな遺産と歴史的な街モデナにインスパイアされたこのコレクションは、F1ウェアのスタイルと革新の限界を押し広げながら、伝統に敬意を表している。

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The Fusion of Basketball and Automotive Excellence: Puma x Porsche Collection

Puma Hoops, LaMelo Ball, and Porsche presented the Puma x Porsche Collection, a dynamic collaboration merging basketball and automotive excellence. Inspired by the iconic Porsche 911 Turbo and Indiana's automotive heritage, this collection features bold yellow and black racing-inspired graphics, embodying speed, style, and innovation.

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Customized Nissan Cube & KIX by Nissan Automobile Technical College

The SETO, based on the Nissan Cube, features the front face and tail lamps of the Bluebird and is based on the concept of 'bridging the past and present', while the KOTO, based on the KIX, is designed around the concept of 'wabi-sabi' and inspired by the historic architecture of Kyoto.

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BMW i8 in IVE’s MV ‘After LIKE’

A custom painted BMW i8 coupe, which appears in the music video for Korean six-piece girls group IVE's (아이브) 3rd Single "After LIKE", together with the only Japanese member REI (레이). The metallic green paintwork and yellow lines are distinctive, and the 'Peaches.' lettering on the butterfly doors on both sides and on the windscreen suggest that the car was custom-painted by Korean fashion brand Peaches. Peaches. is a brand that advocates a world view that fuses young people's car culture with subcultures such as fashion and music.

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Audi × Nunam “Electric Rickshaw” powered by used batteries

The German-Indian start-up Nunam has introduced electric rickshaws (like three-wheeled taxis that mainly transport people) in India, powered by used batteries taken from an Audi e-tron test vehicle.

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BMW M3 (E36)

In 1992, BMW M launched the M3 E36, the second generation of the BMW M3 high-performance sports coupe. It featured a modern design, significantly increased power and improved comfort and practicality. Although relatively modest compared to the flamboyant exterior of its predecessor, the M3 E30, a closer look at the details reveals that it has inherited M's distinctive motorsport DNA, while at the same time finding its own identity on a new path.

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BMW M3 GT (E36)

BMW M engineers created a more powerful and high-performance limited production BMW M3 GT, which was launched for DM 91,000 (€46,514). The BMW M3 GT was only sold in Germany, making it rare for international fans and collectors.

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TOYOTA CROWN 4th Generation “KUJIRA”

The fourth generation Toyota Crown, known as the 'Whale Crown'. The nickname came from its unique rounded shape, known as the spindle shape, which resembles a whale.

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