Are carbon ceramic brakes worth the hype, and do you actually need them? We break down the pros, cons, and hidden costs.

You’ve heard of carbon ceramic brakes before, and they’re presumably better than regular brakes—they’d better be, given how much they cost. And they sound exotic. But what is their deal exactly? Do they last longer than regular brakes? Are there any downsides? Motor101 is here to demystify.

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The R2 Performance costs $57,990 and features two motors making 656 horsepower. The entry-level model won't be here until 2027.

In just 13.5 seconds, the new Ferrari Amalfi Spider transforms into an open-top stunner.

Former Alfa Romeo designer Juan Manuel Diaz published sketches of five Alfa models that never made it to production. And they are fascinating.