It’s an MG folks but not as we know it. Due to be unveiled at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month (April 21- 28 2021), the Cyberster is a radical two-door, two-seater concept car conceived by the Chinese-owned brand’s Advanced Design Centre in Marylebone, London.
Said to recall the marque’s traditions by drawing on a number of styling cues from the classic MGB Roadster, maker SAIC claims the all-electric Cyberster will offer a range of 500 miles plus a 0-62mph time of less than three seconds.
If you’re wondering which bits of the body are supposed to echo MGs of old, it’s the grille, flat integrated LED tail lamps and the, er, classic round ‘MG’ headlights. Distinctly non-trad details include a ‘kamm’ tail plus a ‘laser belt’ LED strip down the side, along with a door outline which faithfully follows it.
Distinctly non-trd details include a ‘kamm’ tail plus a ‘laser belt’ LED strip down the side…
MG Cyberster interactive gaming cockpit
MG Cyberster adopts laser belt design
Zero Gravity seats have floating head restraints
Inside, there’s what’s described as a 5G-equipped ‘interactive gaming cockpit’. No definitive word yet on whether occupants will be able to play Call of Duty but MG helpfully confirms that it’s the central display that’s tasked with the more interactive stuff. A nice touch is the octagonal (well, octagonal-ish) shaped steering wheel, an obvious bit of homage to the MG logo.
While it seems hugely improbable the Cyberster concept will make it into production, Carl Gotham, Director of SAIC Design Advanced London, claims it’s “a bold statement that looks strongly into MG’s future, touching on our heritage but more importantly building on our technology and advanced design.”
Quite frankly, if any of the concept makes its way into something we’ll be able to buy, consider us impressed…
Nearly 100 historic and performance cars have been confirmed for London Concours 2021. Presented by Montres Breguet, the three day event, billed as the ultimate luxury automotive garden party, takes place at the Honourable Artillery Company (June 8-10). Performance icons, past and present, will park up on the five-acre manicured lawn, hidden just off CityContinue Reading
Legendary Italian motorcycle maker Moto Guzzi has begun shipping its eagerly awaited ‘Centenario’ special limited edition V7 Stone best-seller and V85 TT adventure model, as part of its 2021 centenary celebrations. Available from Moto Guzzi direct and local dealers, their distinctive colour scheme and aesthetics pay homage to the 8-cylinder 500 Bialbero of 1955, withContinue Reading
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic E-type, Jaguar Classic is creating six limited-edition matched pairs, inspired by the iconic ‘9600 HP’ and ‘77 RW,’ which made their debut at the sports car’s 1961 launch. The E-type made its world debut in Geneva, Switzerland on 15 March 1961. The E-type 60 Collection cars, whichContinue Reading
It’s an MG folks but not as we know it. Due to be unveiled at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month (April 21- 28 2021), the Cyberster is a radical two-door, two-seater concept car conceived by the Chinese-owned brand’s Advanced Design Centre in Marylebone, London.
Said to recall the marque’s traditions by drawing on a number of styling cues from the classic MGB Roadster, maker SAIC claims the all-electric Cyberster will offer a range of 500 miles plus a 0-62mph time of less than three seconds.
If you’re wondering which bits of the body are supposed to echo MGs of old, it’s the grille, flat integrated LED tail lamps and the, er, classic round ‘MG’ headlights. Distinctly non-trad details include a ‘kamm’ tail plus a ‘laser belt’ LED strip down the side, along with a door outline which faithfully follows it.
Inside, there’s what’s described as a 5G-equipped ‘interactive gaming cockpit’. No definitive word yet on whether occupants will be able to play Call of Duty but MG helpfully confirms that it’s the central display that’s tasked with the more interactive stuff. A nice touch is the octagonal (well, octagonal-ish) shaped steering wheel, an obvious bit of homage to the MG logo.
While it seems hugely improbable the Cyberster concept will make it into production, Carl Gotham, Director of SAIC Design Advanced London, claims it’s “a bold statement that looks strongly into MG’s future, touching on our heritage but more importantly building on our technology and advanced design.”
Quite frankly, if any of the concept makes its way into something we’ll be able to buy, consider us impressed…
London Concours 2021 to showcase 100 exotic cars, hospitality by Searcys and Veuve Clicquot
Nearly 100 historic and performance cars have been confirmed for London Concours 2021. Presented by Montres Breguet, the three day event, billed as the ultimate luxury automotive garden party, takes place at the Honourable Artillery Company (June 8-10). Performance icons, past and present, will park up on the five-acre manicured lawn, hidden just off CityContinue Reading
Moto Guzzi limited edition centenary V7 and V85 TT motorbikes take to the road, GMG event returns
Legendary Italian motorcycle maker Moto Guzzi has begun shipping its eagerly awaited ‘Centenario’ special limited edition V7 Stone best-seller and V85 TT adventure model, as part of its 2021 centenary celebrations. Available from Moto Guzzi direct and local dealers, their distinctive colour scheme and aesthetics pay homage to the 8-cylinder 500 Bialbero of 1955, withContinue Reading
Jaguar Classic reveals 60th anniversary E-type, 12 tribute sports cars to be made
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic E-type, Jaguar Classic is creating six limited-edition matched pairs, inspired by the iconic ‘9600 HP’ and ‘77 RW,’ which made their debut at the sports car’s 1961 launch. The E-type made its world debut in Geneva, Switzerland on 15 March 1961. The E-type 60 Collection cars, whichContinue Reading
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