Genesis GV60 Magma

Genesis Magma Racing is the newest performance division of the South Korean luxury car brand Genesis that promises to compete against BMW's M and Mercedes-AMG. This is Magma's first offering: the GV60 MAGMA.

2026 Genesis GV60 MAGMA

2026 Genesis GV60 MAGMA interior

Priced at 98,000,000 Korean Won plus additional costs, the first-ever Genesis GV60 MAGMA exemplifies what the Magma series is all about, allowing its drivers to feel the heat.

At first glance, it looks and operates like the standard GV60, but thanks to Genesis Magma Racing, it features a muscular aerodynamic design, a wider stance, a Genesis-first rear spoiler, a Magma-themed interior, sports seats, and MAGMA-specific modes displayed on its 27-inch panoramic screen, which combines both the virtual instrument panel and the infotainment touchscreen on the dashboard. The vehicle also includes various driving sounds to enhance the experience, which may be controversial, but adds to its uniqueness.

To match the allure of its counterparts—the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and the Kia EV6 GT—the electric powertrain of the GV60 MAGMA is equipped with an 84 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and two electric motors that drive the front and rear wheels. It generates up to 650 PS of power and 790 Nm of torque, thanks to its Boost Mode. The GV60 MAGMA can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds, reaching a top speed of 264 km/h, which outperforms the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.

In addition to its impressive performance, the GV60 MAGMA comes with stroke-sensing ECS (Electronically Controlled Suspension) dampers, torque distribution, Drift Mode, MAGMA Mode with GT and Sprint settings, and the unique Virtual Gear Shift feature.

The first-ever GV60 MAGMA may be the most expensive of the triplets, but being the first of the Genesis Magma project, such controversially intense features will make drivers feel the heat behind the wheel. From the streets of Seoul to a track day in Inje, the Magma heat comes alive. Welcome to your new favorite Korean-made hot EV.

Available Colors: Magma Orange, Uyuni White, Beak Black, Makalu Grey, Seville Silver, Tromso Green, Stor Green, Ceres Blue, and Capri Blue.

Photo: Hyundai Motor Company

Let's Do The News! (January 13, 2026)

                                 

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Cebu City is placed under a State of Calamity in the aftermath of the Binaliw landfill. The death toll from the landfill is now 11.

- Senator Raffy Tulfo has requested the immediate enactment of the bill that eliminates the travel tax for economy class passengers. Tulfo noted that the travel tax bill continues to be a burden for those traveling in economy class with limited budgets. In Senate Bill 88 filed by the senator, Presidential Decree 1183, which created Republic Act 1478 and Republic Act 6141, is being amended to eliminate the travel tax for economy class passengers traveling anywhere in the world.

- DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla clarified that President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has directed them to study how to bring former Rep. Zaldy Co back to the Philippines without having to go through the lengthy extradition treaty process. In a phone interview with Malacañang media, Remulla said the President did not order the immediate formation of an extradition treaty with Portugal. Instead, the directive is to find a faster way to bring Co home.

- The Philippine National Police rolled out full security measures for the 2026 Sinulog, Ati-Atihan, and Dinagyang Festivals.

- An investigation into X (formerly Twitter) was launched by the UK's OFCOM after concerns that X's Grok AI was being used to create sexualized images. Following the investigation, the UK will enforce a law this week to criminalize non-consensual intimate images.

- Malaysia is taking legal action against X over its Grok AI concerns.

- Nadhim Zahawi, former UK Conservative chancellor, has defected to Reform UK.

- Starting in the 2026 season, NASCAR will eliminate its elimination-style post-season playoffs. Instead, the top 16 drivers from the regular season will qualify for the 10-race Chase. The driver with the highest points at the end of this series will be crowned the champion.

- Victor Martins joins Alpine's WEC Hypercar campaign for the 2026 season.

- Italdesign previewed its NSX Tribute special machine based on the second-generation Honda NSX with design inspired by the first-generation NSX.

- The Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator 85th Anniversary Edition were unveiled, part of the year-long Twelve For Twelve limited edition drops.

Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator
85th Anniversary Edition

- The recent Bushiroad New Year's presentation announced several exciting projects. This includes an all-new Revue Starlight anime produced by Kinema Citrus, as well as the introduction of the new Zero Rise franchise, which will feature a TV anime and a stage play. Additionally, a new Weiss Schwarz online game was announced, along with the release of a new BanG Dream Our Notes app game. Fans can also look forward to the Ave Mujica movie, set to release in autumn 2026, and the BanG Dream Yume Mita anime, which is scheduled for Summer 2026, among other announcements.

- Mayu Yokota and Junki Tozuka join the cast of the live-action Sakamoto Days movie as Lu Shaotang and Heisuke Mashimo.

- THE SIMS production team stated that despite the EA sale, creative control remains with MAXIS, and their core values of inclusivity and player expression remain intact.

- VARO Entertainment announces legal action against malicious acts targeting actors.

- Production of the next season of the puzzle show Crime Scene Zero was announced.

- Moses Itauma was injured, resulting in his fight being rescheduled for March 28.

TTFN.

MY GT7 Log: Platinum Star

Polestar, the Swedish luxury electric car brand of the Geely Group, which currently owns Volvo, made its Gran Turismo debut, although it is not yet available in the Japanese market.

What Polestar is featured in Gran Turismo 7? You're not right. It's actually this...

This is the first-ever Polestar 5, the brand's flagship EV saloon. You can drive this exclusively on Gran Turismo 7.

Born from the Precept Concept, the Polestar 5 is the brand's four-door luxury GT car that serves as the flagship of the Polestar range.

The Polestar 5 is built on the Polestar Performance Architecture and is available in two variants: Long Range and Performance (shown here). Both models are equipped with a 112kWh lithium nickel battery. The high-performance variant delivers an impressive 884 PS of power and 1,015 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. It also features an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. This makes it as distinctly European as any high-performance saloon can be.

The Polestar 5 features a Polestar-first 800V EV architecture, allowing it to charge at rates of up to 350 kW when connected to a compatible DC charger. This means that charging from 10% to 80% can take as little as 22 minutes. Additionally, an external charging indicator located on the C-pillar provides a quick glimpse of the vehicle's state of charge (SOC).

To enhance efficiency, the rear motor of the Polestar 5 can disconnect when not in use. The Polestar 5 Dual Motor variant can achieve a range of up to 670 km (WLTP) on a single charge, while the Polestar 5 Performance variant can drive for up to 565 km (WLTP).

The Dual Motor Launch Edition starts at 119,900 Euros, while the Performance Launch Edition costs 142,900 Euros. Additional costs are included. 

The EV powertrain made the car difficult to handle, corner, and maneuver. Despite its bulk from the EV powertrain, the acceleration is signature electric car performance as expected for an all-electric Polestar flagship.

To prove its worth, I went to the Red Bull Ring to demonstrate the Polestar 5's capabilities as a four-door GT that combines the qualities of a full-size luxury sedan and a sports car. Well, sports weren't in this car's DNA, but...whatever. Let's get this experiment rolling.

Around the sacred ground of the Austrian Grand Prix, I managed to post a 1:45.855 lap time. Not bad for a full-sized EV premium GT that is luxurious and decent to drive.

The fully imported Polestar 5 may not match the Porsche Taycan's credentials, but for Polestar, it is worthy of being the pack leader. Not perfect, but this is the Polestar speedo boys truly want. From concept-to-reality styling to its sporty performance, the most powerful Polestar EV is ready to shock the world.

Let's Do The News! (January 12, 2026)

                                

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos says he's ready to face whatever impeachment complaint is filed against him.

- Over 4,000 individuals were affected by the Mayon Volcano eruptions.

- The death toll from the Binaliw landslide has reached 8, according to the Cebu City Fire Station.

- ICYMI: Instagram suffered a major cyberattack that exposed 17.5 million users.

- The final Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Finale movie will hit cinemas this winter.

- The Super Sentai Series will end its five-decade broadcast with the final episode of No.1 Sentai Gozyuger airing this February 9, 2026.

- Meitantei PreCure, the 2026 installment of TOEI's PreCure series, airs this February 1, 2026. The series stars Hikari Senga as Anna Akechi/Cure Answer, Kaede Hondo as Mikuru Kobayashi/Cure Mystic, and Nao Toyama as the enemy character Ruruka Moria/Cure Arcana Shadow.

- The fifth "The Roundup" movie casts Kim Jae Yeong as an enemy character.

- The father of TWS member Jihoon passed away.

- One Battle After Another bagged the most Golden Globe victories.

TTFN.

ABB FIA Formula E S12 - Mexico City E-Prix

Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship continues with the Mexico City E-Prix. Although this is Round 2, the start of the new year has everyone excited for more racing.

Screengrab from Formula E

Amid intense clashes, the Mexico City ePrix saw a maiden win for the neophyte Citroen Racing team with Formula E legend Nick Cassidy behind the wheel, beating the likes of Mahindra's Edoardo Mortara and last season's champion, Nissan's Oliver Rowland.

The next race is the Miami ePrix on January 31, 2026.

Let's Do The News! (January 10, 2026)

                               

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- It took 30 hours, 50 minutes, and one second for the Andas ng Poong Jesus Nazareno to return to Quiapo Church at 10:50 a.m., from the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, yesterday, January 9, 2026. This is the longest procession in the Feast of the Nazarene. Based on official data released by the Quiapo Church leadership this morning, a total of 9,640,290 people participated in the Feast of the Nazarene.

- Snow and ice warnings cover most of the UK as tens of thousands are without power because of winter storm Goretti.

- A new video emerged of the Minneapolis shooting filmed by a U.S. ICE agent who opened fire.

- The owner of the Swiss ski resort bar where 40 died in the New Year's Eve fire was taken into custody.

- Protests erupt across Iran as the Supreme Leader accuses crowds of aligning with US President Donald Trump.

- HOONIGAN announced its participation in the first-ever Summernats USA, happening in Florida's Freedom Factory this March 12-14, 2026.

- The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa was unveiled. Made in collaboration with the Luna Rossa sailing team, it features a silver exterior color with Luna Rossa livery, red badging, and a unique dual rear spoiler. All 10 units were sold out.

2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa

- GungHo Online named Kazuya Sakai as its new CEO, replacing Kazuki Morishita.

- Go Ara departs from KINGKONG By STARSHIP.

TTFN.

Greenland 2: Migration

Greenland, the disaster film starring Gerard Butler that was released during the pandemic, returns with a sequel. It is unprecedented for a disaster movie to have a sequel that addresses the aftermath of the disaster.

Greenland 2: Migration

Set five years after the asteroid strike that devastated the world, "Greenland 2: Migration" follows the Garrity family as they leave the safety of their bunker in Greenland. They embark on a challenging journey through a shattered world, searching for a new habitat for humanity. Their migration path is fraught with difficulties, including the collapse of human society, powerful earthquakes, deadly radiation storms, and another wave of meteor strikes.

This sequel to the pandemic-era disaster movie explores the human experience following a deadly asteroid strike. It highlights the intense drama as the struggle for a new habitat confronts formidable challenges that test survival instincts and deepen the bonds not only within the Garrity family but also among the other survivors.

Never in the history of disaster movies to have a sequel like this. Greenland 2: Migration is the sequel that highlights humanity in the aftermath of the extinction-level disaster. If you've watched the first Greenland movie during your quarantine days, now's your chance to watch the sequel in cinemas for real. You'll get to experience what the aftermath feels like.