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Genesis X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible

South Korean brand Genesis has revealed its two new concepts, the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible. Both models are based on the G90 road-going model, which will be offered as a coupe and convertible.

“Genesis is committed to providing unique value to more than 1.3 million customers worldwide. We aim to use this opportunity as a launch pad for the new decade, to showcase models that embody Genesis’ pursuit of high-performance technology and future luxury design,” said Genesis global head Mike Song.

Both models are reminiscent of the X Speedium and X Convertible that we saw a few years ago. Compared to the G90, both models have Two-Line headlights, a 3D front grille, more sloping windshields, wider fenders and slightly longer beltlines. At the rear are two LED light bars and rectangular exhaust tips. Overall, the concepts look elegant, and many are hoping that we’ll see production versions soon, although Genesis hasn’t commented on the matter.

When it comes to the interior, the coupe’s cabin is covered in a combination of green and brown, while an olive leaf pattern adorns the door panels. The convertible’s interior is designed differently. It’s inspired by the colors of the grapes used to make Cabernet Sauvignon wine, and is covered in blue leather.

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Genesis X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible
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Porsche will offer the 911 Carrera S with a manual gearbox

While many manufacturers are trying to get rid of manual transmissions and deprive many of the enjoyment of this way of transmission, Porsche is one of the few that still leaves them in their offer. New information says that the redesigned Carrera S will also remain with three pedals.

Porsche announced that, if there is enough interest, the Carrera S could be the third 911 to be offered in combination with a manual transmission in addition to the automatic. Their research has shown that interest in manual transmissions varies significantly from market to market, and it is interesting that they insisted on the 911 with three pedals for a period of time much more in North America than in Europe, which surprised many.

“It is too early to make a decision, but in any case we are ready to satisfy the wishes of our customers. If there are enough of them to justify the additional production costs, we will not hesitate to offer them a Carrera S with a manual transmission,” said Michael Rösler, the first person who decides on the offer of models from the Series 992 and 718.

The Porsche 911 (992.2) can still be purchased with a manual transmission, an option the German car company currently offers with the Carrera T and GT3/GT3 Touring versions. All other versions of the 911 use, without a doubt, one of the best automatic transmissions today with two clutches (PDK – Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe).

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17 Tesla cars destroyed in Rome

Tesla has had a big problem with vandals in recent days, destroying new Tesla cars across the United States and Europe, and now the problem has spread to Italy. A few days ago, around 17 Tesla cars burned down in a showroom in Italy, and many believe it was not an accident.

The fire broke out at the Tesla showroom at 48 Via Serracapriola in Rome. Drone footage shows the destroyed vehicles in the parking lot, and it is believed that the damage is greater than first estimated. The cars were reportedly ready to be delivered to customers, and just two days before the fire, the “Tesla Takedown” movement organized protests in front of more than 200 Tesla showrooms across Europe and North America. This increases the suspicion that the fire was arson.

The new case was recorded at a time of intense pressure on the founder and CEO of the company, Elon Musk, for his political views. In order to increase the security of its vehicles, Tesla recently activated Sentry Mode on all its cars in its showrooms. This system uses external cameras on cars and continuously records everything that happens around the vehicle. Anyone who approaches Tesla showrooms with the intention of damaging cars could be recorded in the act without even realizing it.

Source: Gruppo Sciscione via YouTube