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India Today
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Mercedes-AMG GT XX concept debuts: Meet the 1,360bhp high performance EV
Mercedes has revealed the Concept AMG GT XX, a four-door electric sports car that previews the brand's first series-production model on the high-performance platform. Boasting over 1,360bhp from three axial flux motors, a revolutionary battery with ultra-fast charging, and a striking design, the GT XX sets a new benchmark for electric performance vehicles. advertisementMercedes-AMG Concept GT XX powertrainAt the heart of the GT XX are three axial flux motors, two at the rear and one at the front, developed in collaboration with UK-based YASA, a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz. These motors deliver a peak output of over 1,000kW, which translates to 1,360bhp, enabling a top speed exceeding 360kmph and a drag coefficient of 0.198. Compared to conventional radial flux motors, axial flux motors are three times more power-dense, two-thirds lighter, and occupy one-third of the space, offering unparalleled performance and efficiency. The rear High Performance Electric Drive Unit ( integrates two oil-cooled motors with a planetary gearset and silicon carbide inverters, while the front features a single motor with a spur-gear transmission. A disconnect unit (DCU) decouples the front motor during steady driving to enhance efficiency, engaging it for acceleration or added traction. The AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel-drive system ensures fully variable torque distribution for optimal grip and Concept GT XX Battery technology advertisement The High Performance Electric Battery ( is a bespoke development inspired by the AMG ONE hypercar and Mercedes' Formula 1 expertise. It utilises tall, slim cylindrical cells with NCMA chemistry (nickel, cobalt, manganese, aluminium) and a silicon anode, achieving an energy density of 300 Wh/kg. The cells are housed in laser-welded aluminium casings for superior thermal and electrical conductivity.A direct cooling system circulates non-conductive oil around each of the over 3,000 cells, maintaining optimal temperatures for sustained performance. This enables the GT XX to recharge 400km of WLTP range in just five minutes at an average charging power of over 850kW using a standard CCS cable. Mercedes-Benz has partnered with Alpitronic to develop a prototype charger capable of this speed, with plans to expand its Mercedes-Benz Charging Network with next-generation high-power Concept GT XX designIn terms of dimensions, the AMG GT XX concept measures 5,204mm in length, 1,945mm in width and 1,317mm in height. The GT XX's exterior blends iconic AMG styling with futuristic innovation. Its fastback silhouette, low-slung bonnet, and sunset beam orange paint evoke the legendary Mercedes C111 concepts. The AMG-specific grille features a concave design with a central Mercedes star, flanked by rectangular auxiliary lights and vertical main headlights. Air outlets on the bonnet and a front splitter with air curtains optimise cooling and aerodynamics. The car achieves a drag coefficient of 0.198, aided by an optimized underbody, active AIRPANEL louvers, and a Venturi-effect diffuser. MBUX Fluid Light Paint on the sills uses electroluminescent technology to display charging status, while 21-inch active aero Wheels with electronically controlled blades balance brake cooling and aero efficiency. At the rear, six circular taillights and an MBUX Fluid Light Panel with 700+ RGB LEDs enable dynamic animations and Concept AMG GT XX becomes the first vehicle to integrate exterior speakers for driving sounds directly into its front headlights. By utilising the headlight housing as a speaker cavity, this design not only saves space and reduces weight but also opens the door to new, dynamic sound profiles. These integrated speakers also serve a dual purpose by functioning as acoustic signals for pedestrian safety. Additionally, the car features passive membrane technology in its rear soundbar, enhancing low-frequency response and delivering deeper, more powerful bass by maximising the use of available GT XX concept interiorsThe GT XX's interior is a driver-focused cockpit with a black, orange, and silver colour scheme. Carbon-fibre bucket seats feature 3D-printed ergonomic pads covered in LABFIBER Biotech Leather Alternative, a sustainable material derived from recycled GT3 racing tyres. LABFIBER Biotech Silk Alternative adorns the door handles, showcasing biotechnology-based performance materials. Two LCD screens, including a 10.4-inch instrument cluster and a 14-inch infotainment system, featuring MBUX interface powered by with animations highlighting the electric powertrain. The AMG ONE-inspired steering yoke includes LED indicators for charge and performance status, while exposed body-in-white extrusions and orange high-voltage cable-inspired pipes reinforce the racing innovations Set to enter production in 2026, the GT XX previews a model likely to replace the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. Its axial flux motors will be manufactured in Berlin-Marienfelde, using 100 production processes, including 65 new to Mercedes-Benz and 35 world-firsts. The car targets rivals like the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and Lucid Air CONCEPT AMG GT XX is the next milestone in the history of AMG and forges a whole new dimension of performance," said Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG. He further said, "The heart of an AMG was always the motor, and that will remain so with our in-house electric architecture. With our high-tech axial flux motor, we're delivering a revolutionary new drive that is unparalleled in terms of power density, weight and packaging."'With the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, we have succeeded in translating our design vision for AMG into the future. Sports cars have always been the icons of our brand; they are emotional and truly special to create," said Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer Mercedes-Benz Group to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Motor Trend
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
The Mercedes-AMG GT XX Is a 1,340-HP, 220-MPH EV Rocket in Concept Clothing
Officially, the Mercedes-AMG GT XX is a concept. But in the lower left-hand corner of the windshield is a VIN number, just like on any vehicle you'll find at your local Mercedes-Benz dealer. Underneath its low-slung, searing orange bodywork are the bones of a real car, a four-door electric-powered rocket ship with more than 1,340 horsepower and said to be capable of more than 220 mph. A car designed to be nothing less than the new flagship of the Mercedes-AMG lineup. The Mercedes-AMG GT XX is a concept EV, featuring a tri-motor powertrain capable of 1,340 HP and a 220 mph and innovative battery tech. It's a preview of AMG's future high-performance EVs, promising rapid charging and a unique soundscape, with production models expected to follow. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next 'It's a good sneak into what the [production] car could look like,' Mercedes-AMG boss Michael Schiebe says of the AMG GT XX concept. Although Schiebe would not elaborate on details, we can tell you the production version will have a slightly higher roofline (though it will still be 2 inches lower than the gas-powered AMG GT 4-Door despite the underfloor battery pack), and it will be a hatchback with a rear window. The front and rear fascias will also be different from what you see here, though the concave grille with the signature AMG vertical bars will be retained, along with the six round taillights at the rear. The AMG GT XX concept bristles with innovative eye candy: active aero wheels with movable blades between the spokes that close to reduce drag at speed and open to provide brake cooling when needed, light-up paint on the side sills, a configurable light panel between the taillights, and an interior that looks like something straight out of a Vision Gran Turismo digital concept car. Not all of this will make it to production, of course. But what will is most of the stuff you can't see, such as the tri-motor electric powertrain and oil-cooled battery pack— key components of the all-new architecture that will underpin not just the production version of the AMG GT XX but also a whole generation of EV supercars from Mercedes-Benz's performance brand. A Massively Powerful EV Underneath The production version of the AMG GT XX concept will be powered by three axial flux electric motors developed by British-based Mercedes-Benz subsidiary Yasa Ltd. Unlike the radial flux motors that power the vast majority of modern EVs, which have a tubular stator inside a tubular housing, axial flux motors feature a disc-shaped stator at their center that enables the magnetic flux to flow parallel to the motor shaft rather than perpendicular to it, dramatically improving efficiency. Axial flux motors are 67 percent lighter and 67 percent smaller than comparable radial flux motors, delivering three times the power density and twice the torque density, Yasa CEO Jörg Miska says. The two rear motors are contained in a single electric drive unit (EDU), which also houses a planetary transmission and silicon carbide inverter for each motor, as well as pumps for the oil-based cooling system used for the motors and transmissions and the water-based system that cools the inverters. The rear EDU weighs just 308 pounds but produces more than 860 horsepower. Up front is an EDU with a single axial flux motor, a spur-gear transmission, and a single silicon carbide inverter. The front motor has been designed to kick in only when additional power or traction is required at the front wheels for acceleration or recuperation. During steady and low-load driving or coasting, the front motor is decoupled from the front axle to reduce frictional losses and increase efficiency. Why just three motors? Why not go for four, as in the electric-powered Mercedes-Benz G580? 'We just looked for the sweet spot in terms of weight and technology,' Schiebe says. When the AMG boss pointed out 'there's room for even faster speeds' in the production car than the concept's claimed 220-mph top end, it's hard to argue that it's going to need any more power. The motors that will power the production version of the AMG GT XX are already being made at Mercedes-Benz's Marienfelde plant in the Berlin metroplex. Manufacturing the motors requires about 100 processes, Miska says, 65 of them new to Mercedes-Benz and 35 of them world firsts involving new forms of laser technology, innovative joining processes, and artificial intelligence systems. A Showcase for New Battery Technology The AMG GT XX also showcases a lightweight ultra-high-performance battery that has been developed in-house at AMG using expertise from engineers at Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains (HPP) in Brixworth, England, where the hybrid powertrains for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 cars are designed and built. The battery has more than 3,000 cells with a unique nickel cobalt manganese aluminium (NCMA) combination in the cathode and an anode with silicon content. The tall and thin design of the cells allows them to be more effectively cooled by the electrically non-conductive oil that surrounds them. (Battery cells typically heat up from their center outward under load.) The cells are in lightweight laser-welded aluminium housings, which also provide better electrical and heat conductivity than the commonly used steel containers. 'It's high performance, not only on the road but also at the charging station,' development engineer Denis Blanusa says of the new battery. The battery's cooling system and high voltage (more than 800V) means it can accept charge rates of more than 850 kW over a wide range of its charging curve. In fact, Mercedes-Benz's in-house charging specialists are working with Alpitronic, Europe's leader in high-power charging technologies, to develop a prototype ultra-fast charger that will enable the production version of the AMG GT XX to add 250 miles of range (as per Europe's WLTP measurement) in just five minutes. The company plans to roll out this next-generation high-performance charger across its Mercedes-Benz Charging Network in Europe. But even when hooked up to the current generation of fast chargers, the cars promise the most rapid charging of any EV on the road today, as the high-tech battery will effortlessly suck in 350 kW across almost its entire charging curve, Blanusa says. The production version of the AMG GT XX will of course have the neck-snapping 0–60-mph acceleration of EVs such as the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach and the Xioami SU7 Ultra. But what will set AMG's electric flagship apart from them, Schiebe says, is that its powertrain and battery have been designed to deliver a level of continuous high performance that competing cars simply won't be able to match. Indeed, Schiebe hints the production car will be capable of three flat-out laps of the legendary Nürburgring Nordschliefe, almost 40 miles. That doesn't sound like much, but the AMG boss points out that most high-performance gas-powered road cars are also past their best after just three hot laps of the 'Ring. 'There is a myth that you can drive an internal combustion engine high-performance car forever on the track,' Schiebe says. 'You can maybe do three laps on the Nordschleife, and then you must make a pit stop because either the tires are gone, or you're running out of fuel. If you know that,' he says with a smile, 'then you have already set the target.' The production version of the AMG GT XX won't just be about raw performance, though. 'Most of our customers buy our cars not just because of the specs,' Schiebe says. 'They buy them because they are very emotional, and this is something that we will really deliver with the cars. All the senses you have will be triggered.' And that includes sound: The AMG GT XX features a visceral V-8 soundscape that plays back through the car's audio system when it's driven. Carefully indexed to inputs like accelerator position and wheel speed, it sounds—from the brief preview played to the media—like a NASCAR stocker booming off the banking at Daytona. 'I'm super confident, and I mean really super, super confident, that we will convince the strongest petrol heads with this car,' Schiebe says, adding that during a recent Mercedes-Benz executive drive of the prototype, one board member proclaimed, 'This is the best V-8 we have ever developed!' The AMG GT XX concept has a claimed drag coefficient of just 0.198. Whether the production version will match that number remains to be seen, but we do know it will be available with an optional active rear diffuser that extends—like that on the Mercedes-Benz EQXX concept—to further reduce drag, so it may not be just a tease. The production car will also roll on 21-inch wheels, with a staggered tire setup—275/35ZR21 front and 315/35ZR21 at rear—to handle the prodigious power and torque funnelled through the rear axle. The platform features bonded aluminium components to reduce weight, and like the new Mercedes and electric vehicle platforms, it has been designed from the outset to be very flexible. Mercedes has already confirmed that in addition to the production version of the AMG GT XX, the platform will be used for an electric-powered SUV from AMG. And they won't be the only high-performance EVs coming from AMG. 'I'm pretty confident that there will be more cars to come on that platform,' Schiebe says, smiling like the Cheshire Cat, 'because we are very flexible. And it's not only our electric motors, but also the battery setup is flexible for different body types.' Take it as read, then: An electric-powered AMG sports car is coming, too.
Motor 1
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
AMG Says Its New EV Powertrain Is 'The Best V-8 We've Ever Developed'
Mercedes-Benz performance division AMG unveiled the GT XX concept Wednesday, previewing the brand's first production EV with a claimed 1,340 horsepower, 223-mph top speed, and a wild synthetic 'engine' sound. According to AMG CEO Michael Schiebe, one unnamed board member called AMG's first bespoke electric powertrain 'the best V-8 we have ever developed' during a closed-door executive drive session of a GT XX prototype. That's a bold claim for a company whose legendary V-8s have included the 5.0- and 5.5-liter 'Hammers,' the 6.2-liter M156, and the current 4.0-liter bi-turbo 'hot vee' V-8. AMG's customers love V-8s so much that they've summarily rejected the current C63 for its four-cylinder hybrid powertrain. The AMG GT XX's front and rear electric drive units. Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Photo by: Mercedes-AMG 'This is the best V-8 we have ever developed.' The GT XX Concept gets its four-figure output from three axial-flux electric motors and a battery pack with direct-cooled cylindrical cells, a setup Schiebe says is designed for repeatable performance, such as multiple hot laps of a racetrack rather than a couple of acceleration runs before needing to cool down. 'Some of the electric cars, they are very fast in accelerating from zero to 60 … but they quickly lose steam once you push them really hard,' AMG's CEO told a media roundtable during the GT XX's preview event. 'You need to be able to push [the GT XX] like a strong AMG combustion engine car.' Of course, the V-8 experience is about more than just performance. It's about theater—a distinctive rumble at idle, wall-shaking revs, and rip-snorting downshifts. That's why AMG has bestowed the GT XX with a pair of speakers inside the headlight housings broadcasting a synthesized V-8 soundtrack. The steering yoke also has paddle shifters, presumably so the driver can shift through simulated 'gears,' like in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N . Photo by: Mercedes-AMG "Our cars are bought by customers because they are very emotional." According to Schiebe, the element of theater and passion is essential in crafting a performance EV to appeal to AMG's combustion-crazy customers. 'What does it mean when someone gets into an electric car? Is it like a quiet car driving, you know?' he asked rhetorically. 'No, it will not be like this, because our cars are bought by customers because they are very emotional.' Whether or not AMG buyers will actually put their money down for an EV remains to be seen. The GT XX concept is still a ways off from becoming a production car, and in the meantime, AMG is developing a next-generation V-8 to power several of its combustion cars. But clearly, AMG's top brass believes its electric powertrain can woo its most loyal customers. More on AMG's Future AMG's New V-8 Will Be Around for as Long as People Want It, Says CEO Mercedes-AMG's New Super Sedan Revealed: Insane Power, V-8 Noises Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Mercedes-AMG's New Super Sedan Revealed: Insane Power, V-8 Noises
Mercedes-Benz's performance division hasn't had great luck straying from the tried-and-true V-8 formula. Its turbo-hybrid four-cylinder C63, while technically brilliant, was largely panned for its weight and lack of emotion. It's currently selling like whatever the opposite of hotcakes is, and even AMG CEO Michael Schiebe admitted the company ' could have better explained ' the car's powertrain to customers. That said, AMG isn't taking any more half measures when it comes to electrification. On Wednesday, it unveiled the GT XX Concept, a 1,340-horsepower, 223-mph (360 kph) super sedan that previews AMG's first production EV, which is to be revealed next year. If AMG can back up its bold promises, this car should bring a serious fight to the Lucid Air Sapphire and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, along with a healthy dose of AMG theater. Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Photo by: Mercedes-AMG I previewed the GT XX Concept at a disused power plant in Rottweil, Germany late last month. While it's not a production car—evidenced by GT3 racing seats with five-point harnesses—AMG is adamant that the tech showcased here is production-ready, and will find its way into future models on the AMG Electric Architecture ( The GT XX's looks won't be for everyone—the front three-quarter view calls to mind a surprised catfish. But from straight on, wearing the legendary C111 supercar's trademark shade of orange, there's no denying it's both imposing and unmistakably Mercedes. AMG claims a drag coefficient of 0.198 as it sits, an impressive feat for a car with wide tires and side-view mirrors. (The Lucid Air is currently the world's most aerodynamic car, at 0.197.) Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Photo by: Mercedes-AMG AMG uses clever aero wheel covers to get to this number. Five carbon-fiber panels move outward and retract electrically as needed for brake cooling or optimal airflow. They don't draw power from the battery—AMG says the electric motors run off kinetic energy from the wheels' forward motion. Mercedes claims these wheels add 'one or two kilos' of weight compared to a standard wheel. Inside the concept, we find carbon-fiber bucket seats with custom cushioning based on a customer's body scan. The textiles on the seats and interior trim are made from used GT3 race tires—we're told one tire provides enough material for an entire GT XX's hide. Orange trim and backlighting abounds, and in front of the driver, there's a large dual-tablet display and a yoke-style steering wheel with twistable selectors and paddle shifters (we'll get to that later). Under the skin, the GT XX runs on an 800-volt architecture with a high-tech battery pack that can charge at 850kW over what AMG calls a 'wide range' of the car's charging curve. That's enough, it claims, to add nearly 250 miles (400 km) of range in about five minutes. That power makes its way to all four wheels through two electric drive units (EDUs) containing a total of three axial-flux electric motors: two in the rear and one in front. Total output is a whopping 1,340 horsepower, 106 more than the Lucid Air Sapphire's 1,234 but short of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra's 1,548. Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Those electric motors are tightly integrated into the EDUs, with each having its own planetary gearset and water-cooled inverter. The motors and gearsets themselves are oil-cooled. The rear EDU is the primary source of power, while the front EDU decouples while coasting and during steady-speed cruising for optimal efficiency. AMG claims the GT XX's direct-cooled cylindrical battery cells—a proprietary design whose supplier it wouldn't reveal—improve heat management and make it easier to sustain high-performance driving over, say, a track session. Of course, this wouldn't be a proper AMG without some theater. Upon seeing the concept for the first time, we heard a V-8 soundtrack roar to life. Mercedes confirmed the car will have a simulated soundtrack, with AMG CEO Michael Schiebe quoting an unnamed executive as calling it 'the best V-8 we have ever developed.' Dual loudspeakers integrated into the headlight housings generate sound, and the housings themselves channel sound around the car. AMG's promotional clip and the presence of paddle shifters in the concept would lead us to believe there's a simulated gearbox of some kind, similar to the one in Hyundai's Ioniq 5 N. Photo by: Mercedes-AMG Will the AMG GT XX make it to production? Some features, like the fluid light paint on the side skirts and the LED light bar on the rear, may not be worth the effort to get past regulators. But if the car's performance hardware is indicative of future AMG production models, the geeks from Affalterbach could put Lucid and Porsche on notice. As I mentioned in my brief test drive of the upcoming Mercedes-Benz GLC, a model that's far closer to production than this one, it's an extremely challenging time to launch any new car, let alone a high-performance exotic. Assuming an AMG EV would be made in Germany, it would face 25% import tariffs in the US, in addition to price hikes on battery parts and supplies. What's more, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra already matches most of the GT XX's wild specs and is on sale (in China) today. Beyond the spec sheet, it's refreshing to see an automaker fully commit to a performance EV rather than hedging bets with a hybrid that weighs as much as a small house. Here's hoping we get an electric future filled with V-8 noises. 29 Source: Mercedes-AMG More on AMG's Future AMG's New V-8 Will Be Around for as Long as People Want It, Says CEO AMG Says Its New EV Powertrain Is 'The Best V-8 We've Ever Developed' Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Car and Driver
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
1341-HP Mercedes-AMG GT XX EV Takes Aim at the Porsche Taycan
Mercedes-AMG has a new concept car called the GT XX that previews a new electric performance model set to reach production next year. The powertrain has three motors and provides 1341 horsepower, and Mercedes says the top speed is 223 mph. This sporty-looking sedan is targeted at the Porsche Taycan and other luxury electric cars. The current era of Mercedes's electric vehicles is defined by the blob-shaped lineup of EQ-badged cars, but the next phase promises to be more exciting. This new concept car, called the AMG GT XX, is a clear indicator that the brand's new electric performance halo model is nearly here. This car looks production-ready in its current form and is set to arrive next year riding on the new architecture that promises huge power and ultra-quick charging speeds. It's easiest to think of the GT XX as a successor to the current AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, as this new model is similar in size and features a similarly low-slung fastback silhouette. The rakish GT XX has a Maserati-esque, mouth-shaped grille and a daringly tapered rear end with no rear glass. Mercedes design chief Gorden Wagener says that the six circular taillight units are meant to evoke the quad exhaust tips seen on AMG gas models. The AMG GT XX's all-wheel-drive powertrain consists of three electric motors, with two in the rear and one in the front. These motors use a power-dense axial-flux design, as opposed to the more typical radial-flux motors found in most EVs. Total output sits at 1341 horsepower, which tops the most powerful Porsche Taycan, the 1019-hp Turbo GT. AMG isn't yet making claims about 60-mph acceleration but does project a top speed of 223 mph. With its 800-volt electrical architecture, the platform that underpins this car introduces new battery technology to the Mercedes range as well. We don't yet know the battery capacity, but AMG emphasizes the tall, thin battery cells that make up the pack and promises that the special cooling system allows for highly repeatable performance. Mercedes is also making bold claims for the EV XX's charging speeds. It says that the car will be capable of an average charging speed of 850 kilowatts and that it will be able to add 248 miles of range in five minutes. This will, of course, depend on charging equipment, as you'll need a DC fast-charger capable of this kind of power in order to charge this quickly. Mercedes and European charging company Alpitronic have created a prototype charger that can do it and plan to roll this out to the public at some point in the near future. The company said that the 850-kW charging will be through a CCS port for European applications, but couldn't say how this would translate to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) port that it has started adopting for its U.S. EVs. The GT XX's interior also seems to change course when compared with some of the current EQ vehicles and their massive hyperscreens covering the dashboard. There are still two large screens inside, but overall, the look is more driver-focused and minimalist, with orange accents and a sparse center console. AMG says it is using sustainable materials, including a synthetic leather made from recycled rubber from GT3 racing tires. The lightweight seats with carbon-fiber structures and the squared-off steering wheel take their inspiration from race-car cockpits. AMG may eventually offer varying power levels, but we can only assume that this 1341-hp setup will be the range-topper. The Porsche Taycan is its clearest target, but it will also compete with high-performance EVs such as the Lucid Air Sapphire and the Audi e-tron GT. It will also spawn an SUV sibling that will share this platform. We're not sure at this point what the production version of this AMG EV will be called, but we assume it will use the GT moniker in some way or another. AMG says that this new model will enter production in 2026, and we expect it to be priced well into the six-figure range. Joey Capparella Deputy Editor, Rankings Content Despite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella nonetheless cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine. He has been part of the Car and Driver team since 2016 and now lives in New York City. Read full bio
