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Miami Herald
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Lexus IS 500 Climax Edition Marks End of V8 Compact Sedan
The last compact sedan with a V8 engine really is on its way out. After Mercedes-AMG killed the V8 in the C63, the Lexus IS 500 was the last sedan of this size to retain a V8, but it seems this characterful Lexus won't be around for much longer, both in America and beyond. A few weeks ago, Lexus announced the IS 500 Ultimate Edition, a run of just 500 models that will be sold in North America. Now, it's Japan's turn to say goodbye to this sedan with the IS 500 Climax Edition. As far as car names go, this one can be thrown into the same box as the Daihatsu Naked and Ford Probe. Awkward name aside, this special edition is likely to become something of a collector's item in the years ahead. Much like our own Ultimate Edition, the Climax Edition will feature 19-inch forged BBS wheels in a sinister matte black finish. These partially conceal upgraded Brembo brakes with six-piston calipers. To match the black trim, special Neutrino Gray paint has been introduced for this model, which is inspired by neutrinos. If you also had no clue what those are, they're elementary particles produced in outer space, where they move at the speed of light. Eight other colors will be available for the Climax Edition, though. Inside, Lexus Japan has hilariously added several IS 500 "Climax Edition" plaques, not that anyone owning this car would forget what it's called. A red and black color scheme adds to the raunchy look, and even the analog clock in the center of the dashboard gets a new background. Related: End of an Era? The Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition Hints at the Model's Farewell Nothing has changed under the hood, not that it had to. Producing 472 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque, the rear-wheel-drive IS 500 can run from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds. That time is no longer earth-shattering, but it's accompanied by a soundtrack that no rival can match. Keep your foot planted, and the fastest IS will reach 149 mph. Paddle shifters can be used to take manual control over the eight-speed automatic transmission. In Japan, the IS 500 Climax Edition goes for 9,500,000 yen, which is equivalent to around $65,000. It's set to go on sale in August, and America's own Ultimate Edition will go on sale later this fall. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EA FC 26 release date leaked for Ultimate Edition and Standard Edition
Leakers have started to reveal information about the upcoming EA FC 26 release, including the EA FC 26 release date Despite rumours of an August release, leaks have revealed that the EA FC 26 release date will not be earlier than usual for the Ultimate Edition or Standard Edition. EA FC 26 is the latest instalment of the EA Sports FC game series, and even though EA FC 25 is still in full swing, it's that time of the year when we start to find out all about the new game. Nothing official has come from EA Sports just yet, apart from an official EA FC 26 release window, but now, it appears we may know the EA FC 26 release date – both for the Ultimate Edition and the Standard Edition. Earlier this year, it was reported that EA FC 26 could be set for an earlier release than usual, with one leaker claiming that EA FC 26 could launch as early as August. At the time, this rumour made a bit of sense with some people thinking EA may have pushed the release date forward to avoid a clash with GTA 6, but with Rockstar Games pushing back GTA 6's launch until May 2026, there's no reason for EA to change its release schedule. And now, it seems we know when EA FC 26 will be released, with the most reliable EA Sports FC leaker revealing when we can start playing EA FC 26 for the first time. EA FC 26 release date leaked Reliable leaker @FutSheriff has revealed the EA FC 26 release date, with the leaker claiming that the EA FC 26 Ultimate Edition will be released on September 19, 2025, while the EA FC 26 Standard Edition will be released on September 26, 2025. EA has always released its FIFA and EA Sports FC titles either in the last week of September or the first week of October since FIFA 05, and it looks to be that way once again for EA FC 26. The Ultimate Edition of EA FC 26 is a more expensive version of EA FC 26, but with the higher price point, players get seven days of early access to the game along with a host of other in-game bonuses. In EA FC 25 Ultimate Edition, players received FC Points to spend in Ultimate Team along with a guaranteed Ultimate Team Hero item, and we expect to see similar types of rewards on offer in EA FC 26. There's currently a bunch of other supposed EA FC 26 leaks circulating on social media at the moment, but take everything you see with a pinch of salt, with an official announcement from EA on EA FC 26 expected to arrive in July – just as we've seen with every release over the last few years.
The Advertiser
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is a V8-powered last hurrah for Australia
The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is an Australian-exclusive farewell to V8 power from the British brand, and only 60 examples of the special-edition large luxury SUV will come to local showrooms as the historic automaker transitions to electric-only power from 2026. Jaguar offered just 24 examples of its final V8-powered F-Type in Australia last year, following the end of production for the brand's only sports car in June 2024, and this limited-edition SUV could be the last ever V8-powered model offered by Jaguar in Australia. Based on the standard F-Pace 575 SVR Edition, the Ultimate Edition turns the wick (and the price) up to 11. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The farewell edition employs the same supercharged 5.0-litre V8 for the final time and is priced at $182,235 before on-road costs – a jump of $27,000 over the standard F-Pace P575 ($155,296 plus on-roads). It makes the same 423kW of power and 700Nm of torque as the standard Edition, which is the V8's highest state of tune, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.0 seconds on its way to a 286km/h top speed. However, the Australian-exclusive Ultimate Edition gets some unique colour and trim options. On the outside there are 22-inch 'Forged Diamond' alloy wheels in a unique gloss black and grey finish, joined by exclusive badging and four paint choices – Sorrento Yellow Gloss, British Racing Green Gloss, Icy White Gloss and Ligurian Black Satin – each with a contrasting 'Black Pack'. There's also privacy glass, a sliding panoramic roof and gloss black roof rails, while inside the cabin there are Ebony Semi-Aniline performance seats and carbon-fibre inlays, plus a head-up display for the driver. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, along with Amazon Alexa integration. In 2024, Jaguar announced bold plans to axe its entire lineup, ending petrol and diesel engine production before a deliberate pause in production as it rebrands itself as a high-end, electric-only automaker. At the time, Jaguar Australia said it would have enough vehicles to keep showrooms stocked through 2025. This includes the F-Pace, the final model to be exported to markets outside the UK, where Jaguar said vehicles would continue to be available into early 2026. The radical change in philosophy and production halt sparked controversy and Jaguar stirred the pot further when it revealed its new design direction with the Type 00 electric GT concept in December 2024. Jaguar Australia sold just 259 vehicles in the first five months of 2025, which is down 17 per cent on the same period in 2024 as it winds stock down, with the F-Pace accounting for more than half of its sales total (144) to remain its best-seller. Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is an Australian-exclusive farewell to V8 power from the British brand, and only 60 examples of the special-edition large luxury SUV will come to local showrooms as the historic automaker transitions to electric-only power from 2026. Jaguar offered just 24 examples of its final V8-powered F-Type in Australia last year, following the end of production for the brand's only sports car in June 2024, and this limited-edition SUV could be the last ever V8-powered model offered by Jaguar in Australia. Based on the standard F-Pace 575 SVR Edition, the Ultimate Edition turns the wick (and the price) up to 11. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The farewell edition employs the same supercharged 5.0-litre V8 for the final time and is priced at $182,235 before on-road costs – a jump of $27,000 over the standard F-Pace P575 ($155,296 plus on-roads). It makes the same 423kW of power and 700Nm of torque as the standard Edition, which is the V8's highest state of tune, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.0 seconds on its way to a 286km/h top speed. However, the Australian-exclusive Ultimate Edition gets some unique colour and trim options. On the outside there are 22-inch 'Forged Diamond' alloy wheels in a unique gloss black and grey finish, joined by exclusive badging and four paint choices – Sorrento Yellow Gloss, British Racing Green Gloss, Icy White Gloss and Ligurian Black Satin – each with a contrasting 'Black Pack'. There's also privacy glass, a sliding panoramic roof and gloss black roof rails, while inside the cabin there are Ebony Semi-Aniline performance seats and carbon-fibre inlays, plus a head-up display for the driver. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, along with Amazon Alexa integration. In 2024, Jaguar announced bold plans to axe its entire lineup, ending petrol and diesel engine production before a deliberate pause in production as it rebrands itself as a high-end, electric-only automaker. At the time, Jaguar Australia said it would have enough vehicles to keep showrooms stocked through 2025. This includes the F-Pace, the final model to be exported to markets outside the UK, where Jaguar said vehicles would continue to be available into early 2026. The radical change in philosophy and production halt sparked controversy and Jaguar stirred the pot further when it revealed its new design direction with the Type 00 electric GT concept in December 2024. Jaguar Australia sold just 259 vehicles in the first five months of 2025, which is down 17 per cent on the same period in 2024 as it winds stock down, with the F-Pace accounting for more than half of its sales total (144) to remain its best-seller. Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is an Australian-exclusive farewell to V8 power from the British brand, and only 60 examples of the special-edition large luxury SUV will come to local showrooms as the historic automaker transitions to electric-only power from 2026. Jaguar offered just 24 examples of its final V8-powered F-Type in Australia last year, following the end of production for the brand's only sports car in June 2024, and this limited-edition SUV could be the last ever V8-powered model offered by Jaguar in Australia. Based on the standard F-Pace 575 SVR Edition, the Ultimate Edition turns the wick (and the price) up to 11. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The farewell edition employs the same supercharged 5.0-litre V8 for the final time and is priced at $182,235 before on-road costs – a jump of $27,000 over the standard F-Pace P575 ($155,296 plus on-roads). It makes the same 423kW of power and 700Nm of torque as the standard Edition, which is the V8's highest state of tune, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.0 seconds on its way to a 286km/h top speed. However, the Australian-exclusive Ultimate Edition gets some unique colour and trim options. On the outside there are 22-inch 'Forged Diamond' alloy wheels in a unique gloss black and grey finish, joined by exclusive badging and four paint choices – Sorrento Yellow Gloss, British Racing Green Gloss, Icy White Gloss and Ligurian Black Satin – each with a contrasting 'Black Pack'. There's also privacy glass, a sliding panoramic roof and gloss black roof rails, while inside the cabin there are Ebony Semi-Aniline performance seats and carbon-fibre inlays, plus a head-up display for the driver. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, along with Amazon Alexa integration. In 2024, Jaguar announced bold plans to axe its entire lineup, ending petrol and diesel engine production before a deliberate pause in production as it rebrands itself as a high-end, electric-only automaker. At the time, Jaguar Australia said it would have enough vehicles to keep showrooms stocked through 2025. This includes the F-Pace, the final model to be exported to markets outside the UK, where Jaguar said vehicles would continue to be available into early 2026. The radical change in philosophy and production halt sparked controversy and Jaguar stirred the pot further when it revealed its new design direction with the Type 00 electric GT concept in December 2024. Jaguar Australia sold just 259 vehicles in the first five months of 2025, which is down 17 per cent on the same period in 2024 as it winds stock down, with the F-Pace accounting for more than half of its sales total (144) to remain its best-seller. Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is an Australian-exclusive farewell to V8 power from the British brand, and only 60 examples of the special-edition large luxury SUV will come to local showrooms as the historic automaker transitions to electric-only power from 2026. Jaguar offered just 24 examples of its final V8-powered F-Type in Australia last year, following the end of production for the brand's only sports car in June 2024, and this limited-edition SUV could be the last ever V8-powered model offered by Jaguar in Australia. Based on the standard F-Pace 575 SVR Edition, the Ultimate Edition turns the wick (and the price) up to 11. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The farewell edition employs the same supercharged 5.0-litre V8 for the final time and is priced at $182,235 before on-road costs – a jump of $27,000 over the standard F-Pace P575 ($155,296 plus on-roads). It makes the same 423kW of power and 700Nm of torque as the standard Edition, which is the V8's highest state of tune, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.0 seconds on its way to a 286km/h top speed. However, the Australian-exclusive Ultimate Edition gets some unique colour and trim options. On the outside there are 22-inch 'Forged Diamond' alloy wheels in a unique gloss black and grey finish, joined by exclusive badging and four paint choices – Sorrento Yellow Gloss, British Racing Green Gloss, Icy White Gloss and Ligurian Black Satin – each with a contrasting 'Black Pack'. There's also privacy glass, a sliding panoramic roof and gloss black roof rails, while inside the cabin there are Ebony Semi-Aniline performance seats and carbon-fibre inlays, plus a head-up display for the driver. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, along with Amazon Alexa integration. In 2024, Jaguar announced bold plans to axe its entire lineup, ending petrol and diesel engine production before a deliberate pause in production as it rebrands itself as a high-end, electric-only automaker. At the time, Jaguar Australia said it would have enough vehicles to keep showrooms stocked through 2025. This includes the F-Pace, the final model to be exported to markets outside the UK, where Jaguar said vehicles would continue to be available into early 2026. The radical change in philosophy and production halt sparked controversy and Jaguar stirred the pot further when it revealed its new design direction with the Type 00 electric GT concept in December 2024. Jaguar Australia sold just 259 vehicles in the first five months of 2025, which is down 17 per cent on the same period in 2024 as it winds stock down, with the F-Pace accounting for more than half of its sales total (144) to remain its best-seller. Content originally sourced from:
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Rainbow Six Siege X free to play? Price, editions and access explained
Rainbow Six Siege X is officially out, and Ubisoft has now made it partly free to play. Instead of creating a sequel, the developers have completely revamped the original game. Players still get the core gameplay and classic operators, but everything feels more modern. The Dual Front mode brings a fresh 6 versus 6 experienc,e and several maps have been updated to fit the new direction. New visual upgrades, audio design, destructible objects and better movement mechanics round out the changes. Ubisoft wants to support the game for the next 10 years. But to do that, they have made some parts of the game free while locking competitive features behind paid editions. If you want to try Siege X without spending money, you can. Just don't expect to access every mode unless you pay or already own the old game. What you get with free access Come celebrate the launch of Rainbow Six Siege X and chat with Game Director Joshua Mills live now on Players on PlayStation, Xbox and PC can download Rainbow Six Siege X for free. This version gives you access to: Quick Match mode Unranked mode Dual Front mode 26 unlocked operators You need an internet connection and a Ubisoft account to play. Dual Front mode is not supported on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. Elite Edition – ₹1,665 (19.99 USD) If you want to play Ranked mode and the Siege Cup, you must upgrade. The Elite Edition includes: Ranked and Siege Cup modes 16 extra operators from the early years All Free Access content Ultimate Edition – ₹3,330 (39.99 USD) The Ultimate Edition is the best version for newcomers who want everything unlocked. It includes: 52 additional operators from all nine years 4 cosmetic bundles from the Disruptor Pack Ranked and Siege Cup modes All Free Access content Ubisoft Plus – ₹1,500 (17.99 USD per month) Players can also access the full premium content by subscribing to Ubisoft Plus. It gives you everything included in the Ultimate Edition, plus access to other Ubisoft titles. Is the free version enough? Kick off the Siege X launch with some fresh new gear! Get premium Battle Pass access and member-exclusive skins 🔥 While you can enjoy a good amount of content for free, the competitive side of Rainbow Six Siege X is not available unless you pay. Many players have shared mixed reactions online, as some modes are locked behind a paywall. Ubisoft confirmed that anyone who owned the original Siege before June 10 already gets Premium Access with all past progress included. So yes, Siege X is free, but only to a point. If you want to compete and unlock the full roster quickly, be ready to spend a little more.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege® X Update Now Available
This Update Brings the Most Transformative Change in Game's 10-Year History and Introduces Free Access; Operation Daybreak Now Available SAN FRANCISCO, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Ubisoft® announced that Siege® X, the largest and most transformative update in Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege's 10-year history, is now free to access on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, the Xbox One family of consoles, Xbox Series X | S, and Windows PC, including on Steam, and Amazon Luna*. The game is also available on Ubisoft+, Ubisoft's subscription service*. Siege X brings Dual Front**, a brand-new permanent 6v6 mode. Dual Front will mix both Attackers and Defenders for the first time to seize enemy sectors while defending their own. During matches, players can respawn and change their selected operator and take on time-limited Neutral Sector assignments. Siege X also brings significant upgrades and overhauls to graphics, gameplay, and audio, such as: Five modernized 5v5 maps at launch with new lighting, shadows, and resolution upgrades: Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe. Three new 5v5 maps will be modernized in each future season. Deepened gameplay features like the all-new destructible ingredients, including gas pipes, metal detectors and fire extinguishers, which players can strategically interact with to outplay their opponents; and rappel navigation and momentum movement have been improved, providing more fluid controls that allow players to sprint horizontally along walls on rappel and maneuver around building corners. An audio overhaul of propagation and reverberation in Rainbow Six Siege will now sound even more realistic, enabling players to gather critical intel through audio cues and pinpoint the location and type of rooms where enemy players are situated on the map. A new onboarding experience designed to build skills and confidence. Other changes bring quality of life improvements, a new Pick and Ban system, and R6 ShieldGuard, the game's multifaceted approach to anti-cheat. Starting today, through Free Access***, new players can play the base game with a selection of operators as well as Unranked, Quick Match, and Dual Front, for free. Rainbow Six Siege is also available with purchases of the Elite Edition ($19.99) and Ultimate Edition ($39.99): The Elite Edition grants access to all game modes, including Ranked playlists and Siege Cup, and 16 additional operators The Ultimate Edition grants access to all game modes including Ranked playlists and Siege Cup, 52 additional operators and the Disruptor Pack Current players will retain all previously unlocked content and receive exclusive veteran rewards based on the year they joined the game. Ubisoft also announced that the second season of Rainbow Six Siege Year 10, Operation Daybreak, launched today with an operator remaster for Clash. Clash's CCE Shield is now deployable, allowing her to strategically place it in a stationary position while operating its taser remotely. The season also introduces other gameplay and operator balancing changes: electricity will no longer damage operators, and limb damage will be reduced. Jackal, Sledge, Thunderbird, Jäger, and Blackbeard have all received balance updates. For the full list of Operation Daybreak content, please visit Ubisoft News. To learn more about Rainbow Six Siege, including Siege X, please visit For more information about Year 10, visit For the latest news on other Ubisoft games, please visit *Ubisoft+ on Luna requires account linking and a Multi-Access plan. Territorial restrictions apply.**Dual Front will be available only on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S***Certain features like Ranked playlists, Siege Cup, additional operators, and cosmetics require payment to unlock. About Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege Developed by Ubisoft Montreal* and with more than 85 million registered players, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege puts players in the middle of a fast-paced, ever-evolving multiplayer experience grounded in the selection of unique Operators. Using the right mix of tactics and destruction, Rainbow Six teams engage their enemies in sieges, where both Attackers and Defenders have exclusive skills and gadgets at their disposal. In 2025, Rainbow Six Siege celebrates its 10-year anniversary with Siege X, the biggest evolution in the game's history. This milestone adds a brand-new 6v6 permanent game mode, Dual Front, modernized maps, visual and audio improvements, and much more. *Associate Ubisoft studios include Barcelona, Blue Byte, Bucharest, Kyiv, Red Storm, Reflections, Saguenay, Shanghai, and Toronto. About Ubisoft Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players' lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft's global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin's Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy's The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: © 2025 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. 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