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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 Dylan Orluck – October 07, 2022

The Bridge VI: An Event In A League Of Its Own

As you step off the luxury shuttle to enter the event, and you look out over the field past the Richard Mille Boutique and the Rolls-Royce ice cream station, you begin to realize that The Bridge is unlike any automotive event on the planet. The story begins in 1957 when The Bridgehampton Race Circuit opened its gates with its beachy feel and stunning views of the ocean. It was an extremely demanding racetrack in an unimaginable location. Mario Andretti, Stirling Moss, and even Paul Newman spent time racing there and all had incredible things to say about the thrilling danger of its blind corners and infamous hills. (All Images Taken By Kieran Buttrick) When the track closed and was turned into a luxury golf course, Bob Rubin, Shamin Abas, and Jeffrey Einhorn took matters into their own hands and created this exclusive annual event in this historic and iconic location. The team was able to seamlessly intertwine the glories of the automotive past with the advancements of the future. It preserves and strides ahead in a way that is unmatched by anyone else in the industry. We here at duPont REGISTRY attend exclusive events around the globe, many of which of them manage to have the same look and feel––rows of booths snaking through impressively designed displays, with the occasional auction here and there. They are either hyper-focused on the latest launch from manufacturers or on the judging of the world's premier cars on the concours lawn. That is why The Bridge is in a league of its own, it has an entirely different feel. Let me explain: although the event has sponsors and vendors like any other, they place them throughout the event in a way that gives you a sense of discovery, the sense that you have just happened across them on your own. Nothing is in your face and everyone and everything feels approachable. Not to mention the fact that the field is filled with the top people in the automotive industry and beyond. As you walk throughout the field you hear passionate conversations between people connecting over their love of cars. From the top people at massive luxury automotive brands to Jon Bon Jovi, everyone gets to share this magical experience. The event's vibe and feel were second to none, but, let's be honest: we were there for the cars. The entrance was filled with all of the latest and greatest Super and Hypercars starting with the all-new Delage D12 and then down the line to our friends at Hennessy, Rimac, Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Koenigsegg, Pagani, and much more. Each brand brought out its latest and greatest model in order to create an array of automotive metal that many will never get the chance to see. As you made your way down to the lower fields it was as though you had gone back in time to see the world’s most unique pieces of automotive history. The first thing that stood out was not only one, but two DeTomaso Guara’s, something that very few have ever seen. And that was just the beginning; these incredible vehicles––whether they be race cars or the dozens finished in Mint Green––were strategically parked by their owners and collectors throughout the multiple show fields in a way that kept you engaged the entire time. And just when I thought I had seen everything, I walked down what used to be the main straight through a narrow path. And there, perched on top of a hill, was a 1960 Porsche 718 RS 60 and a 1969 Porsche 908-02. Two cars with insane provenance right there before my eyes. Not to mention a handful of AMG Hammers, a Chromaflair GT2RS, the all-new Kimera––I could go on for days. Overlooking the event from the far end, with the sun setting behind my back and a selection of expertly curated vehicles as far as the eye can see, I couldn’t have been happier about my trip to the northeast. I don't plan on ever missing this event in the years to come. The Bridge has continued to grow for the past 6 plus years, I cannot wait to see what the future holds for them. Mark your calendars for September 23rd, 2023; you do not want to miss The Bridge VII.

By Edward Jones – October 06, 2022

2022 Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week Recap and Awar...

A look at one of the Northeast's most prestigious events. The 2022 edition of the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week has come and gone, leaving fantastic memories, images, and awards behind. For the prominent concourse event, 65 judges from five countries and 180 cars from the USA and Europe showed up in hopes of taking home one of the prestigious class awards. As the automobiles laid out on the lawn at The Breakers mansion, the former home of the Vanderbilt family, the judges and guests perused around each and every one of them. For the guests, it was a chance to see some incredibly rare models that are hardly ever shown. As for the judges, they peered over every detail in search of the class winners. For the coveted Best In Show award, which was given to the 1930 Bentley Speed Six owned by William Medcalf of Vintage Bentley (seen above). The People's Choice award was handed to the 1931 Bugatti Type 51 Dubos Coupe from the Nethercutt Collection (seen below). People Choice award winner “I am proud of everyone involved with this year’s event and thrilled we were able to give car people the opportunity to get together and share their stories and create new memories,” said Audrain CEO Donald Osborne. “We were thrilled to share Newport with everyone in attendance and I am sure they came away with a newfound love for our island and the hospitality they received. Our team will continue to look for ways to elevate the experience for future Motor Weeks and establish our place in the global concours world.” You can see all of the other winners down below, as well as a gallery of the event. The next Audrain’s Newport Concours d’Elegance will be held on Sunday, October 1 with the 2023 Concours & Motor Week beginning on September 28th. Class winners: 30 Under 30 American – 1968 Chevrolet Corvette convertible owned by Zachary Klopack 30 Under 30 BMW – 1976 BMW 2002 coupe owned by Bradley Trepanier 30 Under 30 Foreign – 1974 Datsun 260Z owned by Colin Ivan American 1920 to 1932 – 1932 Duesenberg Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton owned by Allen Shay and Kirsten Hansen American 1933 to 1940 – 1938 Packard 1604 by Mayfair owned by The Marano Collection American Luxury 1945 to 1980 – 1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II Coupe owned by John and Jim Keesee American Sports Cars 1945 to 1980 – 1965 Ford Mustang convertible owned by Karen & Bruce Weiss Aston Martin – 1933 Aston Martin Le Mans Roadster owned by Mitch & Wendy Gross British Sports Cars 1945 to 1980 – 1966 Ford GT40 Mk I owned by Janus Associates Cadillac – Standard of the World – 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham owned by John Boccardo & Derek Esplin Custom Cars pre-1975 – 1938 Lincoln Zephyr owned by David Jolly Early Brass Era – 1908 Rochet-Schneider owned by Marilyn Schuster Elegance & Speed – 1967 Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada owned by Doug Cohen European Luxury 1920 to 1935 – 1930 Bentley Speed Six Saloon owned by William Medcaf/Vintage Bentley European Luxury 1935 to 1940 – 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Sports Tourer owned by Rob Kauffman/RK Motors European Luxury 1945 to 1970 – 1948 Delahaye 135 MS Cabriolet owned by Mark O’Neill European Sports 1920 to 1940 – 1931 Bentley 4 ½ Litre Supercharged Vanden Plas Tourer owned by Peter Goodwin/Time to Drive Holdings, LLC European Sports 1945 to 1980 – 1980 BMW M1 Coupe owned by Neal Heffron Ferrari – 1952 Ferrari 212 Inter Low Roof Coupe owned by Brad and & Buzz Calkins Jaguar – 1935 SS Cars Limited SS1 Airline Saloon owned by Jim & Lisa Hendrix Motorcycle – 1977 MV Agusta 750 S America owned by John Lawless Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost – 1912 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost London to Edinburgh Tourer owned by Ann Brockinton Lee/The Robert M. Lee Collection Image and News Source: Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week

By Gabriel Vega – October 06, 2022

Four Seasons and Canossa Events Partner To Create A Bespo...

A drive through Tuscany in your favorite car is the stuff of dreams. With incredible views, food, and even better roads, this part of the world was almost built to be enjoyed behind the wheel. No one knows this better than Canossa Events, a leading global provider of curated driving experiences, which partnered with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to create an exclusive week-long drive through the Italian countryside. It's called "Beyond by Four Seasons, An Exclusive Driving Journey Through Tuscany" and delivers one of the most enjoyable and luxurious experiences available anywhere in the world. The home base for this week-long adventure is the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, located in Florence. It's a 710,000-square-foot property that opened its doors in 2008 and hosts off-site activities such as golfing, horseback riding, and tennis. The experience begins with a welcome dinner at the hotel's Faggio Garden ahead of the first drive the following day. From there, guests hop in their vehicle of choice for drives through routes created by combining Canossa Events' extensive knowledge of the area and local recommendations. In terms of cars, attendees can either bring along a vehicle or select from various classic and luxury sports cars made available by the on-site guest services team. Every part of this experience is curated to maximize enjoyment and allow guests to explore Tuscany fully. As Four Seasons President of Hotel and Resorts, Christian Clerc states: "We came together with Canossa Events to create something truly spectacular for our guests – an ultra-luxury drive adventure where the journey is to be enjoyed just as much as the destination. Against the backdrop of the Tuscan countryside, punctuated by the region's best wine and culinary offerings and delivered by our talented and caring craftspeople, Beyond by Four Seasons sets a new standard for luxury road travel." There's more to this exclusive event than just curated drives. Throughout the week, guests are treated to private tours, wine tasting at storied locations such as the Antinori Cellars, and access to venues not ordinarily open to the public. This includes a Florentine dining experience followed by an evening at the Opera. These private experiences were only made possible by the direct involvement of Florence Mayor Dario Nardella, who stated, "Our unique collaboration gives travelers a rare view of the region's must-see sites, hidden routes, and best-kept secrets – the makings of an incredibly memorable Italian holiday." Beyond by Four Seasons is the result of a partnership between one of the world's most luxurious hospitality companies and leading events curating firm sharing their vast knowledge to create experiences that can't be replicated by the public, as Canosaa Events Chairman and CEO Luigi Orlandini states: "Partnering with Four Seasons, we have designed an incredibly unique offering, allowing guests to enjoy every special moment spent on the road and inspiring them to immerse themselves in the splendors of all that Tuscany can offer." 2022 marked Beyond by Four Seasons' first year, spanning six nights from September 24th to 30th. Although exact vehicle participation is kept private, this year's attendees brought out a wide variety of cars, ranging from 1950s sports cars to the latest hypercars and EVs. Regardless of what machine they pick, a high level of tailoring and attention to detail allows Beyond by Four Seasons to treat these few automotive enthusiasts to the drive of a lifetime. For booking details for future driving experiences, please check out the Beyond by Four Seasons page or email beyond@fourseasons.com. Source: Canossa Events, Four Seasons Hotels And Restorts

By Edward Jones – August 19, 2022

Watch The Best 2022 Monterey Car Reveals

Can't make it out to Pebble Beach? We've got you covered. Below are some of the incredible vehicle reveals that are going on during Monterey Car Week. More will be added as time goes on, so be sure to check back to see even more reveals of the world's most exciting cars. Czinger V MAX View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY (@dupontregistry) Koenigsegg CC850 View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY (@dupontregistry) Porsche 911 GT3 RS View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY (@dupontregistry) Bugatti W16 Mistral View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY (@dupontregistry) Lucid Air Sapphire View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY (@dupontregistry)

By Edward Jones – August 18, 2022

Must-Attend Events During Monterey Car Week

Needless to say, there's a lot to see. Monterey Car Week is most definitely the one week out of the year we really look forward to. Why? Because there are so many incredible events happening throughout the week and each of them is worth checking out. If you are new to the exciting world of Monterey Car Week or are just looking for something different to attend, check out the list we've compiled below. Thursday - August 18 RM Sotheby's Monterey Auction (August 18-20)5:30PM DailyMonterey Conference Center1 Portola Plaza Monterey, CA 93940 Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance7AMPortola Road Broad Arrow Auctions' Monterey Jet Center Auction4PMMonterey Jet Center300 Sky Park Dr, Monterey, CA 93940 Mecum Monterey Auction (August 18-20)8AM Daily1 Old Golf Course Road Monterey, CA 93940 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion (August 18-22)8:30AM-6PM DailyWeathertech Raceway Laguna Seca1021 Monterey Salinas Hwy Salinas, CA 93908 Friday - August 19 The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering10AM-4PMQuail Lodge Golf Club 8000 Valley Greens Dr Carmel, CA 93923 Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction11AMQuail Lodge's West Field27050 Rancho San Carlos Rd, At Valley Greens Drive, Carmel CA 93923 Pebble Beach Auctions Presented by Gooding & Company (August 19-20)Friday, August 19 at 5AMSaturday, August 20 at 11AMPebble Beach Parc du ConcoursCorner of Stevenson Drive and Portola Road Pebble Beach, CA The Werks Reunion7AMMonterey Pines Golf Course1250 Garden Road Monterey, CA 93940 Saturday - August 20 Concorso Italiano8AM-3PMBayonet Golf Course Seaside, CA 24th Annual Ferrari Owners Club Gathering4PM-6:30PMThe Barnyard Shopping Village3663 The Barnyard Carmel, CA 93923 Exotics On Broadway1PM-6PMCity of Seaside on Broadway Ave, between Del Monte Blvd. and Fremont Blvd Czinger Vehicles Showcase10AM-4PMSunset CenterSan Carlos & 9th Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923 Sunday - August 21 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance10:30AM-5PMPebble Beach Golf Links1700 17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953

By Edward Jones – July 14, 2022

Festival Del Toro Rally 2022 Recap

Presented by Festival Del Toro. The first Festival Del Toro rally in collaboration with Lamborghini Paramus, and the third in total, has come and gone, leaving behind incredible photos and participants who will never forget the experience. Nicknamed the "Rilevare," which translates to "the takeover," this rally had approximately 57 Lamborghinis showing up in total for the event. (Images by @Great.dt) To start off the rally, all participants enjoyed breakfast together at Lamborghini Paramus, getting a chance to know each other and also putting their respective decals on their Lamborghinis. Next, the group left the dealership and headed towards their next stop, traversing through the backroads near Paramus, New Jersey. Staying as a "herd," the group arrived at their destination, High Point Lookout which is the highest peak in New Jersey. It was at this spot that the participants regrouped and enjoyed the view before heading toward their final destination in Morristown, NJ. The destination? the 5-star restaurant 1776 by David Burke. Each participant enjoyed a 4-course meal with celebrity chef David Burke in attendance. As a nice cherry-on-top, thanks to the mayor of Morristown and David Burke's team, the rally was able to reserve 60 spots in front of the restaurant with police officers reserving the spots. This allowed all of the Lamborghini to put on a beautiful lineup in the center of Morristown Square. The 3rd Festival Del Toro was a fantastic event that gave all participants an unforgettable day of luxury and Lamborghinis that they'll never forget. Be sure to be on the lookout for the fourth event!

By Edward Jones – July 12, 2022

The Carrera GT Rally: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

With automotive experiences gaining popularity, there are many to choose from. However, they are not all equal, especially those looking for a more high-end or luxurious event. For Luxury Rally Club, they have set the bar quite high for niche, luxury experiences with their recent Carrera GT Rally. This extraordinary event was designed for the legendary Carrera GT supercar and, of course, the owners of the car. (Images by Drake O'Konski, Video by Issac Flores and Danny Fuentes) It's rare to see such an iconic and unique car like the Carrera GT amongst others of its kind but the Carrera GT Rally saw 10 grouped up for an experience of a lifetime. In fact, the only other cars to partake in the rally were support vehicles that were on hand to assist the rally-goers. While the cars were a magnificent sight to see, it's the overall experience of this rally that really set it apart from others. For the Carrera GT Rally, the event started off on Sunday, May 27th, when the attendees gathered at the Alila Napa Valley, California. The day continued with cocktails being served and everyone enjoying the many Carrera GTs in attendance. From there, the rally enjoyed a fine dining experience at the luxurious hotel where everyone had a chance to get excited about the week ahead together. It was on Monday, May 23rd that the Carrera GT Rally set off from the Alila Napa Valley and made its way through a stupendous day towards dinner at The French Laundry, a Three Michelin Star restaurant. Before the magical dinner, the rally cruised the Shoreline Highway to Hog Island Oyster Co. for a waterfront lunch and had a chance to relax. For dinner, the entire rally was treated to a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience at The French Laundry, recognized as one of the best restaurants in the entirety of the United States. While it's difficult enough to procure a seat at this restaurant, it's even more difficult to reserve the entire establishment. However, that's exactly what the team at Luxury Rally Club did for the Carrera GT Rally. Being able to offer transformative stops along the rally is what sets LRC's events apart from the rest. The next day, Tuesday, May 24th, the Carrera GT Rally departed from a second night at the Alila Napa Valley hotel to Bahtenta Grill where beautiful views of the valley and delicious foods were had. After lunch, the rally took off for Hotel Healdsburg where they would spend their last night of the experience. Before saying farewell on Wednesday, however, the attendees were treated to a stunning dinner at Aperture Cellars. At the beautiful Aperture Cellars, the attendees enjoyed dinner while awards were handed out for the rally. This winery was a perfect endpoint for the lavish rally as its surroundings are picturesque and the grounds were ideal for photographing the gang of Porsche Carrera GTs. But, of course, all good things come to an end as the rally ended the next morning. Although the Carrera GT Rally has ended, that doesn't mean it's all over as the team at Luxury Rally Club is gearing up for even more events. As they should be after receiving rave reviews from their rally attendees. Here are just a couple of testimonials for those who partook in the Carrera GT Rally. "Thanks Luxury Rally Club for putting together the best rally I've been on! We enjoyed Northern California to its finest. I am impatiently waiting for the next one!" Jimmy Prountzos Luxury Rally Club, put together a Carrera GT rally that dreams are made of! His team, the routes, and the dinners surpassed all our expectations. When’s the next one!? Mel Cacho We expect to see many more experiences from LRC in the near future, as well as even more attendees with great things to say. LRC founder Trevor Johnson notes that they’re currently planning on several events around Monterey Car Week and then a Mercedes-Benz 300SL rally that will see up to 50 examples of the classic automobile attend. Be on the lookout for what’s next from Luxury Rally Club. Visit LuxuryRallyClub.com Images by Drake O'Konski

By Edward Jones – June 20, 2022

Concorso Ferrari & Friends: A Supercar Gathering to Suppo...

Presented by Concorso Ferrari & Friends. Concorso Ferrari & Friends is Southern New England’s signature automobile event in support of Connecticut Children’s. The annual event attracts thousands of Connecticut Children’s supporters and regional car enthusiasts and includes a display of nearly 200 Italian supercars including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Alfa Romeo and Fiat. Since its inception in 2001, Concorso Ferrari & Friends has raised more than $1.6 million in support of Connecticut Children’s nationally recognized, innovative and specialized care for children. The highlight of Concorso Ferrari & Friends is the 11am arrival of the Connecticut Children’s Heroes Parade, where Connecticut Children’s patients, grateful parents and heroic caregivers co-pilot Italian supercars. Their red carpet arrival is not to be missed! New this year, Concorso Ferrari & Friends will host an exclusive luncheon at the Farmington Polo Grounds during the car show from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. Offering covered seating, the reception will include a formal program with a children's patient speaker, buffet lunch, and a cash bar. Guests will also be delighted by featured guests Ed Welburn, a legend in the global automotive industry, and John Nikas, an award-winning historian, and automotive writer. Mr. Welburn has been referred to as “the man who brought beauty back to GM.” He was just the sixth head of design for General Motors and the first to lead the division on a global level. The New England Supercar Club will bring their popular Cars and Coffee event to the Farmington Polo Grounds at 8am to complement this auto-filled day. Thousands of spectators, patients and car enthusiasts will attend the event, which runs until 4pm. This 100 percent open-air event safely hosts huge crowds of auto aficionados while raising critical funds to support the kids and families who rely on Connecticut Children’s for their care. We invite you to participate in Concorso Ferrari & Friends with a corporate sponsorship, car registration, vendor space or donation. Sponsors, spectators and car owners will enjoy a day full of supercars, face painting, Valentine the Clown, food trucks, SimCraft racing simulator, music and driver interviews. For more information, click here or email Summer Sivetz at ssivetz@connecticutchildrens.org. Event Info

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 15, 2022

Porsche's Back To Tape Hip-Hop Culture Series Visits Hamb...

Hamburg-based music journalist Niko Backspin and Porsche take the Back to Tape project to Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie concert hall. Back to Tape is a collaborative series between Porsche and German music journalist Niko Backspin, where Niko travels in search of hip-hop culture, art, and creativity throughout Europe with a passion for rap, breakdancing, DJ-ing, and graffiti. His latest stop on his tour brings him back to his home city of Hamburg, where the Back to Tape series visits one of the world’s preeminent concert halls, Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie. MUST READ: Ken Block’s New 1400-HP Hoonipigasus Porsche Is Up And Running With Weeks Before Pikes Peak With experience spanning over 25 years in the hip-hop world, Backspin and Porsche invited figures from the Back to Tape series to the Elbphilharmonie to tell their stories, like Lars Pedersen from Copenhagen, German rap icons Curse and Moses Pelham, and German street dancer Vartan Bassil. Hip-hop culture’s prevalence within the culture of Hamburg added to the poignance of the evening event being held at the Elbphilharmonie. While hip-hop events usually occupy other kinds of venues, the Elbphilharmonie was an important place for Back to Tape to be held, because it proved hip-hop’s importance in the musical culture of Hamburg, which is what the Elbphilharmonie and its events represent. The event also represented Porsche’s commitment to this culture and cultural engagement in general as the brand has been a principal sponsor of the Elbphilharmonie since 2021. View All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 13, 2022

The Hispano Suiza Carmen Will Make Its Goodwood Festival ...

The Hispano Suiza Carmen will make an appearance at one of the world’s most iconic automotive events. The classic and stories Hispano Suiza brand made waves by announcing its return in 2019 with the Carmen hypercar. 3 years later, it plans to do the same thing again with the Carmen’s debut appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The car is going to be on display in the Michelin Supercar Paddock, along with some of the most iconic, powerful, and rare vehicles in the world. Along with that, the Carmen will participate in the traditional and legendary Goodwood Hillclimb, and when it does, it will be driven by Luis Peréz-Sala, Hispano Suiza ambassador and former F1 driver. MUST READ: Michael Fux Takes Delivery Of His New Purple Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne Electric Hypercar Hispano Suiza had planned to debut the Carmen at the 2020 Festival of Speed, but the pandemic delayed these plans, as it did for just about everyone in the automotive world and beyond. Nevertheless, the Carmen is ready to make its Goodwood debut as an incredibly powerful, rare, and unique hypercar, and will undoubtedly contribute to the incredible show that the Goodwood Festival of Speed is going to be. View All Hypercars For Sale Source: Hispano Suiza

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