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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 25, 2026

Tickets Are Now Available for Cars of 30A at Alys Beach

Florida's Scenic Highway 30A is already a destination people look forward to visiting every year, and Alys Beach is a huge reason why. Its bright white homes, winding cobblestone streets, and walkable layout give it a look that's completely different from any other beach town. It's a surprisingly perfect place to spend a weekend surrounded by some incredible cars. Tickets are available now for Cars of 30A at Alys Beach, including Friday's Torque to Table, Saturday's Grand Tour, Youth Grand Tour admission, and the new VIP Grand Tour experience. From October 2nd-3rd, Cars of 30A returns to Alys Beach with more than 150 rare, exotic, and vintage cars displayed throughout the community. Instead of rows of cars sitting in a parking lot, the event spreads them through the streets and courtyards, a scene where you're just as likely to stop and admire the architecture as you are the cars parked in front of it.The festivities begin Friday evening with Torque to Table, an adults-only event that takes over South Charles Street from 5-8 pm. Guests can enjoy cocktails before sitting down for dinner alongside a carefully curated pick of the weekend's best cars.On Saturday, the focus shifts to the Grand Tour, the event's main attraction. From 1-4 pm., the streets of Alys Beach become an open-air automotive gallery filled with everything from modern supercars to collector classics. Live music, local merchants, food and drinks, and streamed sporting events keep the atmosphere lively throughout the afternoon, enjoyable for families, casual visitors, collectors, and enthusiasts.If you're looking for a little more from the experience, this year's VIP Grand Tour is a new addition. The standalone ticket includes admission to the Grand Tour along with access to a private hospitality area reserved for guests 21 and older. Whether you're coming for the cars or looking for another excuse to spend a fall weekend on 30A, Cars of 30A continues to be one of the best automotive events you'll find anywhere along the Gulf Coast. Get Your Tickets

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 20, 2026

Inside The Quail: A Day of Cars, Collectors, and Surprises

Even as a golfer, The Quail Golf Club feels more familiar during Monterey Car Week, when its fairways are lined with supercars, hypercars, and collector cars. For its 23rd year, the event once again transformed the grounds of Quail Lodge into one of the most popular places to spend a Friday in Monterey, hosting more than 200 vehicles, 22 new debuts, landmark collector cars, manufacturers, and enthusiasts from around the world. The appeal behind the event is in the diversity in displays. One minute, you're looking at a brand-new BRABUS making its public debut, and the next, you're standing in front of the collection of Bruce Meyers, with decades of stories behind it. That balance between where the car world has been and where it's headed remains one of the reasons why The Quail is such an important stop during Car Week. GALLERY-EMBED duPont REGISTRY was right in the middle of the action, returning to the fairway alongside Luxury Rally Club and BRABUS for global debuts and fitting festivities. Taking center stage was the BRABUS BODO, our August 2026 cover car and the perfect example of the caliber of car that feels right at home at The Quail. Surprising everyone in attendance, Constantin Buschmann and the BRABUS team pulled the covers on the all-new BODO Cabriolet, finished in a monochrome off-white paintshade over its stealthy coupe counterpart. In addition to the cars, the display gave guests a place to relax and enjoy good conversation, caviar bumps from the ice bar, and handcrafted drinks from LALO Tequila. That was part of the fun of spending the day on the grounds, where state-of-the-art supercars shared the field with a community of passionate collectors and enthusiasts. GALLERY-EMBED The new-car debuts have become an important part of The Quail, and this seemed to be a serious proving ground for marques, revealing their latest creations to clientele and the rest of the automotive world. More than 20 vehicles made their debuts, ranging from the Aston Martin Valen, RUF EHRA, and Grand Touring Superleggera Veloce V12 Aperta to the Gunther Werks GXR-EVO, Hennessey Blackbird, and Eccentrica V12 Roadster. There were also some more unexpected additions, including the Porsche 911 Flachbau RS, Gordon Murray Special Vehicles S1, Spyker C8 Preliator XXV Coupe, Lamborghini Revuelto SV, Czinger 21C Spyder, and Koenigsegg CCGT1. Jumping from display to display, it was interesting to see just how different these cars were in both their approach and execution, from modern interpretations of familiar names to completely new ideas from smaller builders. GALLERY-EMBED Away from the debuts, the featured classes offered plenty of reasons to stop and grab a photo. Thirty Lamborghini Diablos gathered on the lawn made for one of the more difficult displays to walk past, while the Ferrari F40 class brought together more than 10 examples of one of the most celebrated supercars of its generation. The Legacy of Japanese GTs and 100th Anniversary of Route 66 displays added even more variety, while The Bruce Meyer Collection stood proudly next to the stage as a tribute to one of the automotive world's most recognizable enthusiasts. One of the day's most memorable moments came when engines from the Japanese GT, Ferrari F40, Lamborghini Diablo, and custom coachwork classes roared to life across the field. By the end of the event, it was a 1957 Ferrari 625/250 Testarossa that took home Best of Show, adding another accolade to a car with racing history and an already lengthy list of victories. GALLERY-EMBED Of course, The Quail has always been about more than walking from one car to the next. The garden-party atmosphere gives the day a more relaxed pace than the rest of Monterey Car Week, with everyone stopping for food, wine, champagne, and conversations before heading back out onto the lawn. This year's culinary program, led by Peninsula Chef David Bizet, drew inspiration from The Peninsula Chicago and The Peninsula Beverly Hills, while the annual Fireside Chats with RJ De Vera and Maurice Merrick gave attendees another reason to take a break from all the cars. It's easy to lose track of time there, especially when a quick stop for lunch turns into a conversation with another enthusiast before you realize there's an entire section of cars you still haven't seen. GALLERY-EMBED By the time the crowds began filtering out of Quail Lodge, it was hard not to start thinking about what next year's event might bring. The cars will be different, the debuts will change, and there will most definitely be another surprise or two waiting somewhere on the lawn. But after 23 years, the recipe remains largely the same: bring together exceptional cars, interesting people, and an atmosphere that makes spending an entire day talking about automobiles effortless. If The Quail isn't already part of your Monterey Car Week plans, now is probably a good time to start thinking about 2027. Because if this year's event was any sign, you'll want to make sure you're there when the gates open.

By duPont REGISTRY – August 06, 2026

Luxury Rally Club At Monterey Car Week

Monterey Car Week can swallow you whole. A dozen events fire off at once, the mornings start before dawn, and the good stuff is always happening one town over. Knowing where to be, and how to actually enjoy it once you're there, is its own skill. Luxury Rally Club (LRC) has spent eight years building that skill, and this August the club brings its full slate to the Peninsula as the newest name in the duPont REGISTRY Group ecosystem. For anyone who hasn't followed along, LRC was founded by Trevor Johnson in 2018 and built its reputation on curated rallies and collector experiences that put access and relationships ahead of everything else. It now joins dRG alongside Canossa Events, Cavallino, and Supercar Owners Circle, folding into a group that runs more than 120 automotive events a year and drew over 120,000 people to them in 2025. The scale is real, but the LRC approach has always been the opposite of scale. It is about the right people, the right cars, and the right room. Here is what the club is running during Car Week. Rally to Monterey Car Week The week starts on the road. From August 10 to 12, the invitation-only Rally to Monterey runs from Los Angeles up the Pacific Coast Highway, with curated stops and a lunch gathering before the group rolls onto the Peninsula. A drive up the PCH is a good day on its own. Doing it in this company, with the week's events waiting at the finish, is something else. What makes this one special is who gets to come. This is the rally LRC opens wide, so cars like a Ferrari Enzo, a Lamborghini Countach, a 300 SL Gullwing and a DeLorean can all share the same run. Few drives let machines from such different eras travel together, and that mix is the whole point. Participants also carry that access into the week itself, including a place at the private Preserve event that follows. The Santa Lucia Preserve Concours On August 13, the club returns to Carmel Valley for the eighth running of its Preserve Concours & Cocktails, and it is the one I'd point people to first. This is a driving event, not a spectator one. You bring your own car, take your place on the lawn, and every display vehicle is approved in advance to keep the field honest. Held inside the guarded 20,000 acres of the Santa Lucia Preserve, with string lights, live music and gold hills at golden hour, it plays like a proper garden party. Very few people ever get to see this land. For one evening, the gates open. The food matches the setting, with renowned chefs and an open bar built to be the best table of the entire week, and the whole thing runs all-inclusive at $850 a head. In a Car Week that keeps getting more commercial, the Preserve has held onto its integrity, and that is not an accident. Eight years of protecting what the event is has kept it that way. Buy Tickets The Full Week Beyond those two, LRC handles the part most people never see. Through its Monterey Car Week packages, running August 12 to 17, the club activates more than thirty brands, the fifth year running it has cleared that mark. Just as important, it looks after both sides of the equation, guiding the participants through the week and helping the brands make the most of being there. No other experiential company both sells the packages and carries this kind of reach and access. View Packages That reach shows up at the marquee events too. At The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, LRC returns for its fourth year as a platinum sponsor and teams with BRABUS on a reveal, the kind of moment the club keeps raising the bar on year after year. Add it up, and you get the throughline of everything LRC does, and everything dRG wants its ecosystem to stand for: real access, genuine community, and cars enjoyed the way they were meant to be.

By Sponsored Article – June 26, 2026

Endicott College to Host 16th Annual Misselwood Concours d’Elegance July 17–19, 2026

Endicott College’s picturesque Misselwood Estate will host the 16th annual Misselwood Concours d’Elegance from July 17 to July 19, 2026, welcoming collectors, enthusiasts, and automotive luminaries from across North America to Boston’s North Shore. This year’s event will also honor Massachusetts automotive icon, entrepreneur, musician, and philanthropist Ernie Boch Jr. as the 2026 Distinguished Patron of the Misselwood Concours d’Elegance. Known throughout New England for transforming the region’s automotive industry, Boch has built a legacy that extends beyond cars into music, philanthropy, and the arts. As CEO of Subaru of New England and steward of one of the region’s most influential automotive enterprises, Boch has long been a champion of automotive culture and community engagement. GALLERY-EMBED “Ernie Boch Jr. represents the spirit of Misselwood Concours in every sense,” said Endicott College President Bryan Cain, Ph.D. “His passion for automotive history, commitment to philanthropy, and larger-than-life presence have made an enduring impact throughout New England. We are thrilled to honor him as this year’s Distinguished Patron.” This year’s Misselwood Concours featured classes include a Celebration of Chrysler, Orphan Cars, and BMW Sport Coupes: Celebration of Chrysler Presented by Windover: A tribute to the enduring legacy, groundbreaking engineering, and forward-thinking styling of the Chrysler Corporation and its storied divisions. Orphan Cars: Honoring the fascinating, innovative—and often short-lived—marques that did not survive the rapid post-war transition and industry consolidation. BMW Sport Coupes Presented by Vintage Sports & Restoration: Celebrating the iconic models that defined a new niche, balancing sophisticated performance, luxury, and distinctive design. Funds raised from the Misselwood Concours d’Elegance directly support Endicott College’s Inspire Scholarship, which provides first-generation college students the opportunity to experience Endicott College’s cutting-edge experiential, professional, and liberal arts programs. During the 2025–26 academic year, Inspire Scholarships totaling more than $855,000 were awarded to 56 students. Since the scholarship’s establishment in 2019, nearly $3 million has been awarded to 98 students. The Saturday, July 18, Misselwood Concours Cars & Coffee is free for spectators; all other events are ticketed or by invitation only. Cars & Coffee participants are encouraged to register in advance and bring a vehicle to showcase for a casual morning of coffee and conversation. The main event on Sunday, July 19, will feature an awards ceremony, live music, live painting by Cape Ann Plein Air, premier sponsors, vendors, and an elegant Concours Lounge. 2026 Misselwood Concours d’Elegance Schedule: Welcome Reception: Friday, July 17, 2026, 6–8:30 p.m. By invitation only. Misselwood Concours Cars & Coffee: Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8–10 a.m. Free registration, spectators welcome! Misselwood Concours Tour d’Elegance: Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. By invitation only. Inspire Scholarship Dinner Presented by Windover: Saturday, July 18, 2026, 6–9 p.m. By invitation only. Misselwood Concours d’Elegance: Sunday, July 19, 2026, 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Tickets available for purchase! All free and ticketed events take place on Endicott’s Beverly campus. For more information on directions, parking, and tickets, visit misselwoodconcours.com. About Endicott CollegeExperience-powered learning is at the heart of what we do. As the first school in the country to require three internships, Endicott’s dynamic and industry-leading four-year internship model graduates career-ready professionals prepared to be influential and impactful from day one. Our Global Gulls study abroad program—along with a renowned group of expert faculty—teaches our students to become global leaders in this ever-changing world. Endicott College offers doctorate, master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degree programs at its campus on the scenic coast of Beverly, Mass., with additional sites online and at U.S. and international locations across the globe. For more, visit endicott.edu.

By Charles Bradley – June 18, 2026

World’s Rarest Vehicles Take Center Stage at Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance

Few destinations in the world represent luxury, craftsmanship and exclusivity quite like Rodeo Drive. This Father’s Day weekend, the iconic Beverly Hills boulevard will once again become a showcase for automotive excellence as the 31st annual Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance brings together some of the world’s most extraordinary vehicles. Presented in partnership with the City of Beverly Hills and the Rodeo Drive Committee, the free event will transform the legendary luxury fashion street into a gathering place for collectors, enthusiasts and families, featuring rare hypercars, vintage classics, coachbuilt icons and historically significant automobiles from around the world. Taking place Sunday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance will offer guests an opportunity to experience some of the finest examples of automotive design and engineering while enjoying the atmosphere of one of California’s most celebrated luxury destinations. For collectors and enthusiasts, the event represents more than a car show. It is a celebration of provenance, craftsmanship and the enduring connection between luxury automobiles and the lifestyles built around them. Showcase of Automotive Legends The 2026 Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance will feature an eclectic collection of vehicles representing multiple eras of automotive achievement. Among the standout entries scheduled to appear are a Jaguar D-Type, a Lamborghini Miura, a Ferrari F40 and a Porsche Carrera GT – four vehicles recognized for their distinctive engineering, design and historical importance. The event will also feature an exclusive presentation from O’Gara Coach Beverly Hills, showcasing a selection of racing, luxury and bespoke vehicles, including some of the world’s most extreme hypercars from leading global manufacturers. The collection reflects the diverse appeal of the modern collector market, bringing together legendary classics, high-performance icons and rare automotive creations that represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship and innovation. Presented by private collectors, renowned enthusiasts and industry-leading manufacturers, the showcase has helped establish the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance as one of California’s premier luxury automotive events. Automotive Heritage Meets Beverly Hills Luxury The appeal of the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance extends beyond the vehicles themselves. Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most recognizable luxury destinations, the event combines automotive culture with the shopping, dining and hospitality experiences that define Beverly Hills. Guests can explore the surrounding luxury retailers, enjoy acclaimed restaurants and experience the atmosphere of Rodeo Drive, where fashion, entertainment and automotive passion intersect. The event will also feature a selection of food trucks, including Baby’s Bad A** Burgers, Chick Truck, Cousins Maine Lobster, The Deli Doctor, Cakes by Chante and King Kone. Celebrating Automotive and Cultural Milestones This year’s event carries additional significance as it takes place along historic Route 66 during the highway’s 100th anniversary year, connecting the celebration to America’s rich automotive heritage. Attendees will also be able to follow global soccer action throughout the day, with video screens displaying FIFA World Cup game scores and updates. Guests can shop the exclusive Beverly Hills Football Club limited edition collection, inspired by Beverly Hills and the worldwide spirit of competition. Supporting Beverly Hills First Responders Beyond celebrating exceptional automobiles, the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance continues its commitment to the local community. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Beverly Hills Police Foundation and Beverly Hills Fire Chiefs Fund, nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting first responders and their families. The annual gathering is made possible through the support of sponsors and community partners who help bring the Father’s Day tradition to life each year. Admission to the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance is free, with parking available at nearby parking garages. One of the World’s Most Famous Streets Internationally recognized as a destination at the intersection of luxury, fashion and entertainment, Rodeo Drive provides a fitting stage for a celebration of automotive excellence. With more than 100 distinguished retailers spanning three blocks of the famed thoroughfare, the destination continues to attract visitors from around the world seeking exceptional experiences. Alongside the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance, the street hosts a series of signature events throughout the year, including Rodeo Drive Celebrates Fashion, Rodeo Drive Celebrates Timepieces and Fine Jewelry, and the Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Ceremony. For one special Sunday each year, however, the focus shifts from haute couture to horsepower – bringing together the rarest vehicles, most passionate collectors and finest examples of automotive artistry in the heart of Beverly Hills. PHOTOS COURTESY: Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Concours

The Hangar Group Announces Driving Tour In The Italian Dolomites

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 21, 2026

The Hangar Group Announces Dolomites Driving Tour

Based in South Florida, The Hangar Group is known for its two locations, as well as an upcoming location in the Hamptons, that offer luxury and exotic car collectors private storage for their vehicles, as well as access to a unique luxury automotive lifestyle, with regular intimate social gatherings, perks for track days, and more. Its Palm Beach International Airport location is sold out, proving the success of its real-estate and lifestyle concept, and The Hangar Group has just announced a new aspect to its luxury experience: a multi-day driving journey that will take place in Italy’s Dolomites mountains. The tour is held in partnership with Canossa Events, part of the expansive duPont REGISTRY Group portfolio of luxury automotive lifestyle events and services. Taking place in June, the tour spans three days and promises to be more than simply a rally, bringing a once-in-a-lifetime cultural, landscape, and culinary experience to life. The route for the journey is over 200 miles long, and it takes drivers through iconic alpine passes like the Passo Sella, Passo Pordoi, Passo Falzarego, and Passo Giau. Along with that, a dining experience with South Tyrol’s only three-Michelin-starred kitchen, Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler, will be a part of the experience, and accommodation will be provided by the five-star Hotel Fanes in San Cassiano. <- Gallery -> With a select group of collectors joining The Hangar Group for the Dolomites journey in June, The Hangar Group aims to evolve the experience of automotive luxury beyond ownership itself, giving collectors unique opportunities to experience their exclusive luxury and exotic vehicles in a luxurious, curated driving tour among one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, alongside elevated cultural and culinary experiences. As its private storage luxury real estate empire grows, The Hangar Group is offering even more benefits in its luxury automotive lifestyle realm. Learn More Image Source: Canossa Events

By Khris Bharath – May 03, 2026

Inside MSC's $95,000 Trackside Experience in Miami

Formula 1 returns to Miami this weekend for the fifth year in a row, ending a five-week hiatus following the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races. It opens the first of three U.S. rounds of the season at Hard Rock Stadium, having transformed its campus into one of the most ambitious hospitality settings in the United States. The headline addition this year is the MSC Yacht Club, a five-deck replica of a superyacht stretching 264 feet, 32,000 square feet, and 50-foot high premium hospitality structure along the inside of Turns 5 through 9, built in partnership between Formula 1 and Geneva-based cruise operator MSC Cruises. Private cabanas on its Marina Deck start at $95,000 for the three-day weekend, accommodating up to 20 guests each, with dining curated by French Riviera hospitality brand Bagatelle and a Jack Daniel 's-branded entertainment space hosting live performances throughout the event. The structure is designed as a multi-year installation, placing Miami's premium hospitality offer in the same conversation as other prestigious Formula One venues. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MSC Cruises Official (@msccruisesofficial) Beyond the Yacht Club, South Florida Motorsports, the race's promoter, has divided the wider autodrome campus into zones modelled on some of Miami's most recognisable neighborhoods. Areas themed around Wynwood, Coconut Grove, Miami Beach, Little Havana, Brickell, Key Biscayne, and Miami Gardens will each feature local restaurants, art installations, and live entertainment and will be accessible to all ticket holders. South Florida Motorsports also confirmed plans for a 115,000-square-foot expansion of its existing Paddock Club, designed by architecture firm HOK+ROSSETTI and scheduled for completion ahead of the 2027 race. Stretching from the start-finish straight toward Turn 1 with tiered seating across three stories, the extension would raise total hospitality capacity to approximately 305,000 square feet and 9,200 guests. It will also house the permanent home of Precision Drive Club, the members' organisation launched in 2024, with dedicated pit-lane access, simulator labs, and private dining. <- Gallery -> The race in the Sunshine State is contracted to run through 2041, the longest such agreement on the calendar at the time of its signing, and South Florida Motorsports has been named Promoter of the Year by both Formula 1 and the Autosport Awards in consecutive seasons. After yesterday’s tightly contested qualifying, 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli, who was also the Polesitter (youngest-ever) in Miami last year, put his Mercedes-AMG F1 W17 E PERFORMANCE at the front of the grid. The Italian will sit alongside Red Bull’s Max Verstappen for a rescheduled Miami GP, starting three hours earlier at 13:00 ET instead of the original 16:00 ET, as the weather forecast expects heavy rain. Antonelli has won twice this season, in China and Japan, while Mercedes teammate George Russell took the opener, down under in Melbourne. Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are expected to challenge across a weekend that also includes a round of the FIA Formula 2 Championship and support races from the Porsche Carrera Cup and McLaren Trophy North America. View All Exotic and Luxury Cars for Sale Images: MSC Cruises

By duPont REGISTRY – April 15, 2026

CASH & ROCKET: Where Purpose Meets the Open Road

CASH & ROCKET is a movement born on the road, a breathtaking convergence of luxury, sisterhood, and philanthropy that transforms the open highway into a runway for change. From April 23 through 26, 2026, this electrifying four-day journey will unite influential women from around the world in a shared mission: to drive meaningful change through philanthropy, leadership, and global collaboration. Sweeping across the American Southeast, an extraordinary collective of women will come together behind a singular purpose at every mile, and duPont REGISTRY could not be more proud to be a sponsor of this wondrous event. Founded in 2011 by Danish entrepreneur Julie Brangstrup, CASH & ROCKET has spent over a decade evolving from a bold idea into one of the world's most compelling philanthropic platforms, raising over $6.6 million for incredible causes and cultivating a global network of more than 2,860 remarkable women along the way. With routes changing every year, the 2026 tour marks its highly anticipated return to American soil for its second U.S. edition, and the itinerary is nothing short of spectacular. The Route: Four Cities, One Magnificent Purpose The 2026 CASH & ROCKET U.S. Car Tour consists of thirty sports cars, four iconic cities, four days of community engagement, and high-impact fundraising. Charting a course through the heart of the Southeast, each stop has been carefully curated to inspirate connect, raise awareness, and create lasting change. Thursday, April 23 — Charleston The tour opens in storied Charleston, South Carolina. Attendees are invited to witness a stunning public car display along Tobacco Street before an exclusive evening fundraising soirée. The event will be co-hosted by Astrea London, the celebrated luxury jewelry house renowned for its ethically sourced, lab-grown diamonds. Also participating in the stop are UBS, One Thousand Group, and Miami Concours. The evening's proceeds will benefit Impact Charleston, an organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth through mentorship and education. Friday, April 24 — Savannah and Jacksonville As the convoy rolls south through Georgia's scenic roads, a morning car display in the historic city of Savannah sets the stage for a private waterfront lunch before the motorcade makes its entrance into Jacksonville for an evening welcome dinner.. Saturday, April 25 — Palm Beach The tour then arrives on the shores of Palm Beach with a day of wellness activations and en-route experiences, all of which culminate in an elegant evening fundraising reception benefiting both Style Saves, an organization providing essential goods and support to families in need, and Sumbandila, which offers life-changing scholarships and enrichment programs to exceptional students. Sunday, April 26 — Palm Beach and Miami The grand finale begins with a morning wellness session hosted by model and entrepreneur Vita Sidorkina in Palm Beach, before the convoy makes its entrance into Miami. The city's iconic Design District on 41st Street will host a stunning public car display and a charity shopping experience, supported by esteemed brands including Jimmy Choo, Giorgio Armani, and Isa Grutman. When the sun sets, the tour will venture to Palm House Miami Beach for a lavish evening event. How You Can Be Part of Something Greater The beauty of CASH & ROCKET is the fact that it's also an open invitation to everyone. If you find yourself captivated at any stop along the route, there are multiple ways to become part of this movement. First, you may make a direct donation to any of the tour's charity partners or to one of the teams participating in the drive. Alternatively, when you shop with the tour's supporting brands at certain stops, your purchase becomes an act of generosity in itself, as those brands will donate a portion of their sales during the event to the cause. As Brangstrup herself affirms: "We want to know exactly where the money goes, how it's spent, and who it's helping. Meeting the children and communities we support is essential — that's how you truly understand impact." GALLERY-EMBED A Vision in Motion With a goal to raise $15 million by 2030 and plans for two annual global tours, one across the U.S. and one through Europe or beyond, CASH & ROCKET is aiming to expand in size, reach, and generosity. For instance, CASH & ROCKET will be taking the thrilling tour to Dubai next year as the event spreads its reach to the Middle East. "The Tour is not about speed," Brangstrup reflects. "It's about meso-omentum. It's about building relationships, spotlighting important causes, and showing the world what female leadership looks like in motion." Visit CashAndRocket.com

By Sponsored Article – March 02, 2026

Heritage Invitational Returns To Ten Tenths Motor Club

The fourth annual Heritage Invitational will return to the prestigious Ten Tenths Motor Club for a three-day showcase April 9-11, bringing with it a curated celebration of the luxury automotive lifestyle. The 2026 edition promises a dynamic blend of speed, craftsmanship, and community that has, in just three years, made the Heritage Invitational one of the most anticipated gatherings on the national automotive calendar. The Heritage Invitational fuses the elegance of a traditional car show with the adrenaline of a performance showcase, providing a rare opportunity to engage some of the world’s most desirable vehicles in motion and on display. The 2026 Heritage Invitational will feature: - The debut of the historic IROC Racing Series on the Ten Tenths Circuit, with legends of motorsports from NASCAR Hall of Famers Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, and Kurt Busch scheduled to IMSA veterans Scott Pruett and Tommy Kendall, Trans AM driver Tom Drisi, and NASCAR’s Ken Schrader and Max Papis. - The Heritage Concours, a curated display of more than 100 rare and historically significant machines representing more than a century of automotive ingenuity, innovation, and excellence. - Luxury lifestyle activations, from premium partner activations to a RADwood festival celebrating 1980s and 90s automotive style. - Special events and gatherings for Ten Tenths members and invited guests from across the collector world. With its blend of performance, artistry and social connection, the Heritage Invitational continues to define a new era of automotive celebration where legacy meets innovation, and speed meets sophistication. Single-day tickets are on sale now, starting at just $50. For more information on tickets and upgrades, or to purchase tickets, visit HeritageInvitational.com. Visit Website For Info

Cars On 5th x ModaMiami: One Ticket, Two Iconic Weekends

By duPont REGISTRY – February 04, 2026

Cars On 5th x ModaMiami Ticket Deal

Two premier automotive events are teaming up for a limited-time bundle designed to pack the showfield now and set your calendar up for what’s next. Here’s the deal: Buy Cars on 5th (Naples) General Admission for this weekend→ Get 50% off one ModaMiami ticket (your choice of Saturday or Sunday) ModaMiami will mirror the offer:Buy ModaMiami → Get 50% off Cars on 5th To take advantage of this deal, when purchasing a ticket, click on "Add Optional Add-ons," and you will be given the option to choose either deal. Cars on 5th hits Naples this Saturday, February 7, 2026 (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), turning 5th Avenue South into a full-scale downtown takeover where the cars are the centerpiece and the street-festival energy is the reason people stay all day. Expect a packed lineup of supercars, exotics, classics, and high-performance icons, plus VIP and Patron options if you want a more elevated home base for the day. The event also keeps its philanthropic roots front and center, raising funds for Habitat for Humanity of Collier County, and it adds extra depth beyond the metal with a special automotive film pop-up that celebrates restoration and preservation culture. And then there’s the duPont REGISTRY Village, where the energy shifts up another notch. duPont REGISTRY Live will be on-site with a live auction featuring a Porsche-forward lineup that brings a different kind of electricity to the show. Purchase Tickets Now If you’re already going to Cars on 5th this weekend, this bundle makes it easy to lock in your ModaMiami day at a serious value. If you’re a ModaMiami regular, the mirrored offer is your excuse to add Naples to your calendar and see what a true downtown concours-style street format feels like. Either way, it’s a clean two-step: show up in Naples now, then bring that momentum to Coral Gables for ModaMiami later this month. Limited-time offer. One discounted ticket per qualifying purchase. Ticketing terms and availability apply.

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