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a day ago
- Automotive
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Seiko's new Speedtimer ‘Maximum Precision' chronos celebrate their racing roots
Seiko has just unveiled its latest Prospex Speedtimer watches – and they're a racing fan's dream. The standout? A new 'Maximum Precision' mechanical chronograph powered by the high-end 8R48 movement. But what really caught my eye is the accompanying limited-edition collab with Datsun, nodding to the golden age of Japanese motorsports. I love the fact Seiko's kept things faithful, with genuine vintage flair and a rock-solid movement under the hood. The 2025 Prospex Speedtimer x Datsun Fairlady Z celebrates the 1969 launch of the original Seiko Speedtimer – one of the world's first automatic chronographs with a column wheel and vertical clutch – and the debut of the iconic Datsun 240Z, which made its name in the brutal East African Safari Rally, also sponsored by Seiko. There are four new models in total. The regular-production Speedtimer Chronograph (SRQ057) is £2950 (approx. US$3800), while the limited Datsun versions start at £2400 (approx. US$3100). Each watch features Seiko's in-house 8R48 calibre, combining a vertical clutch, column wheel and triple hammer for maximum precision. And in person, the cases – 42mm wide and just under 50mm lug-to-lug – feel reassuringly sporty but not oversized. The three Datsun editions are full of nice nods to the original 240Z. You've got different Datsun logo styles across the dials, from crisp block text to retro cursive. The casebacks are engraved with logos or, in the SSC957's case, a rally car illustration. There's a real mix of movements on offer. The SPB517 runs on Seiko's 6R55 and includes a motorsport-style countdown timer (£2000 / approx. US$2600). The SSC957 is solar-powered with a 60-minute chronograph and 24-hour sub-dial, and once charged, it'll run for six months without seeing sunlight (£1000 / approx. US$1300). The chronographs are finished on leather straps from certified sustainable tanneries, and they promise to be sweat- and water-resistant, too, which is always appreciated. These new Speedtimers are available to pre-order today and land this September at Seiko boutiques and selected retailers. With only 500 of the top-tier SRQ057s being made, they won't hang around. Liked this? Porsche Design brings back a titanium classic with the Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition
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a day ago
- Automotive
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The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer ‘Compact Countdown' arrives with a super-slim case
Seiko has unveiled a sleek new addition to its Prospex family — the Speedtimer 6R 'Compact Countdown'. It's the first Speedtimer to house Seiko's in-house 6R automatic movement, and it wears that milestone proudly in the slimmest 6R case the brand has ever made. At just 11.95mm deep and 39.5mm across, the new watch model blends sporty function with a more wearable size – a welcome shift for anyone who loves the Speedtimer's motorsport legacy but prefers a watch that doesn't feel like wrist weights. I'm a big fan of the slimmer profile – it should hug the wrist perfectly and feel far more refined than some of the chunkier chronos out there. One of the standout features for me is the clean, time-only design. It's refreshingly simple and adds to the watch's old-school racing charm without overcomplicating the dial. It's functional, but it also just looks cool. The case design harks back to the iconic 1972 Seiko 'Panda' chronograph, with a familiar flowing shape and a scratch-resistant super-hard coating. There's also a car-themed collector's treat in the lineup: the Prospex Speedtimer Compact 6R x Datsun Fairlady Z Limited Edition. Limited to 2500 pieces worldwide, this model celebrates a double anniversary – the original Seiko Speedtimer and the launch of the Datsun 240Z rally car, both of which debuted in 1969. It features a rally-style dial font, vintage colour scheme, and the Datsun logo stamped on the caseback, dial and clasp. Powering both the standard and limited editions is the 6R automatic movement. It delivers a three-day power reserve and keeps time to within -15/+25 seconds per day. The case is also good for 200m of water resistance – handy if your adventures go beyond the track. Finally, the watch is finished on a retro-style bracelet, further emphasising the '70s vintage aesthetic. The Prospex Speedtimer 6R 'Compact Countdown' and the Datsun Fairlady Z Limited Edition go up for pre-order today on Seiko's website, with prices ranging from £850 (approx. US$1100) to £1100 (approx. US$1425). If you like your racing watches classic, compact, and just a little bit geeky, this one's hard to ignore. Liked this? Porsche Design brings back a titanium classic with the Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition
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6 days ago
- Automotive
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Porsche Design brings back a titanium classic with the Chronograph 1
Porsche Design is celebrating 50 years since the launch of its original uncoated Chronograph I with a new limited-edition watch that brings back the stripped-back look in full titanium for the first time. The Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition revives the brushed-metal style of the 1975 model, itself a follow-up to the now-iconic blacked-out Chronograph I from 1972, but upgrades it with modern engineering and materials. Limited to just 350 pieces, the new chronograph pairs a lightweight uncoated titanium case and bracelet with a matte-black dial inspired by the dashboard of the Porsche 911. There are bold white indices and numerals, a red stop-seconds hand, and Super-LumiNova baton hands to keep things legible in all conditions. A dual-language date window (German and English) and a tachymeter scale on the rehaut round out the tool-watch functionality. Inside, it runs Porsche Design's COSC-certified Flyback Calibre WERK 01.240 automatic movement, offering chronograph functionality with flyback capability. The 42.7mm case is glass bead-blasted for a refined matte finish, and the titanium folding clasp features fine adjustment and the historic Porsche Design icon. The caseback is engraved with the year '1975', the individual edition number, and the 'Flyback Automatic' marking – all nods to the watch's collectable status. The original 1975 Chronograph I was a turning point in Porsche Design's watch history – a move from black-coated steel to a more industrial, uncoated aesthetic. It went on to inspire military versions and became a cult favourite among collectors. This new edition modernises that legacy with lightweight materials and refined detailing, while staying true to the purpose-driven design ethos of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. Each watch is presented in a special limited-edition box with a matching plaque and the signature of F. A. Porsche. It's priced at $9650 in the US and £8950 in the UK and available now through select retailers including Watches of Switzerland stores in New York, Las Vegas, Orlando and Tampa, Porsche Design boutiques in California and Miami, and online. A follow-up Numbered Edition with small differences will join the regular Porsche Design line-up later. Liked this? The Tudor Black Bay 54 Lagoon Blue is the watch of summer 2025, and I don't want to take it off
Daily Mail
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Newly single Orlando Bloom beams at glitzy event after ex Katy Perry nearly teared up on stage amid split
Newly single Orlando Bloom flashed a bright smile as he made an appearance at the Porsche Design Global Event in New York City on Wednesday. The Lord Of The Rings star, 48, attended the festivities solo - while his ex-fiancee Katy Perry has been focused on her Lifetimes Tour, where she recently experienced an emotional moment on stage. Last month in June, it was reported that the former couple separated and ended their engagement after nine years together. Bloom was stylishly casual wearing a pair of black slacks as well as a short-sleeved black shirt. He completed his look for the evening by slipping into a pair of black shoes and added a flashy silver watch onto his left wrist. Bloom held a big grin on his face as he greeted fans that were awaiting outside the venue before heading to his next destination. Bloom has been keeping busy following his breakup from the Dark Horse songstress, and recently spent time in the U.K. where he attended an Oasis gig in Manchester. The actor also made an appearance during Wimbledon and sported a dapper look during the championships in London. Orlando could be seen watching the match from the stands while sporting a darker tan suit as well as a white dress shirt and patterned tie. Late last month, it was revealed that Orlando and Katy officially called it quits after dating for nine years. At the time, a source told Us Weekly: 'Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable,' while also adding that the separation has been 'not contentious' thus far. 'Katy is of course upset but is relieved to not have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.' The Teenage Dream hitmaker was previously married to Russell Brand from 2010 until their divorce in 2012. The insider further added that the reported breakup had been 'a long time coming' and that their relationship had also been 'tense for months.'
The Drive
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Drive
Never-Before-Seen Porsche Carrera GT Sketch Shows It Was Almost a Coupe
The latest car news, reviews, and features. The Porsche Carrera GT is arguably the most famous Porsche of all time. Yes, of course, the 911 is a globally recognized brand, but when it comes to the enthusiast world, the Carrera GT sits at the top of the list for most gearheads. But what if I told you that one of its most redeeming features, aside from its V10, of course, wasn't part of the original design? In the Porsche YouTube series 'The Intern ,' Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody visits Stuttgart and gains unprecedented access to the automaker's facilities, as well as employees with some amazing stories. While the entire 28-minute episode is worth a watch, what really caught my attention was an original sketch for what would eventually become the Porsche Carrera GT. Around the 14-minute mark, Brody is seen hanging out with Grant Larson, Porsche's director of special projects. As it's to be expected, Larson has loads of cool things in his garage, but then he picks up a massive stack of old sketchbooks. He pulls out one dating back to 1999, which shows the original sketch for the Carrera GT. 'This is kind of a cool thing, this is Carrera GT, the original sketches from it,' said Larson. 'Before the Carrera GT existed as a roadster, it was just a mid-engine V10 supercar. I was asked by the project manager at the time to come up with some ideas. This one here is from 1999.' The overall design is quite different from what eventually came to reality, looking a lot more like the Le Mans 911 GT1 than the eventual Carrera GT. This tracks, considering the GT1 was actively racing during those years, so there would've certainly been some design influence between the automaker's flagship race car and its halo sports car. Larson spends quite a bit of time showing Brody some other sketches, including some unique 911 and GT3 models, and even gifts him one to take home. A little jealous, not gonna lie. Got a tip? Email us at tips@
