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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 Edward Jones – June 16, 2026

Rétromobile New York Unveils First Official Poster

The inaugural American edition of the long-running Paris classic car show, Rétromobile New York, has pulled the cover off its official poster artwork for the very first time, and the choice of subject says everything about what kind of event this is going to be. The piece depicts a 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Atalante finished in the show's signature sage green livery. There is nothing accidental about that pairing. The Atalante is one of the most evocative shapes Jean Bugatti ever drew, and the quiet green ground lets the bodywork carry the whole composition. That should ring a bell for anyone who has been paying attention. An Atalante from the same chapter of Bugatti history sat in a glass case at Rockefeller Plaza last December when Rétromobile first introduced itself to New York. The poster carries that same car forward as the show's emblem, a thread connecting the Manhattan launch to the show floor itself. Rétromobile has been the heart of the European collector scene for nearly half a century. The New York edition is the first time it has ever set up outside France, and the poster is the clearest signal yet of how the American show intends to present itself: elegant, heritage-focused, and dripping with timeless sophistication. Mark The Dates Rétromobile New York runs November 19 through 22, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. Four days, a Gooding Christie's auction, curated exhibitions, and the world's rarest cars all in one room for attendees to enjoy. Tickets are on sale now. Buy Tickets Visit Website

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 15, 2026

Inside The Monticello Invitational's Hypercar-Filled Weekend

It's not every day you find yourself standing in a paddock where a Bugatti Bolide is parked a few feet away from a Pagani Huayra R while a McLaren Solus GT screams by in the distance. By Thursday afternoon, that somehow became completely normal at The Monticello Invitational. As transporters unloaded millions of dollars worth of hypercars and owners reunited ahead of a packed weekend at Monticello Motor Club, the event quickly settled into its own rhythm, one built around driving, conversation, and a shared appreciation for some of the world's most extraordinary cars ever created. Joining the festivities as an official media sponsor, duPont REGISTRY spent the weekend taking it all in alongside XPEL and Dealers Choice Auto Transport, from the first shakedown laps to the final stories shared over Sunday morning coffee.Thursday was technically move-in day, but there was never really a sense that anyone was waiting for the action to begin. Founder Ryan Boylan and the Monticello Motor Club staff had the organized chaos of transport arrivals down to a science, effortlessly maneuvering a priceless lineup of supercars and hypercars into the paddock while owners caught up with old friends and wandered the garages to see what had shown up. Meanwhile, the silence was regularly interrupted by the unmistakable sound of Multimatic's Ford GT Mk IVs and a McLaren Solus GT being put through their shakedown laps. Watching the Solus GT sprint through Monticello’s sweeping corners was one thing, but hearing it bounce off the surrounding hills was another entirely. It was just a small taste of what's to come and a reminder that these cars were never meant to spend their lives under covers in climate-controlled collections.That feeling carried straight through the rest of the weekend. Track sessions ran almost nonstop, with groups split between full-on factory race cars running slicks and road-going hypercars stretching their legs in a way they rarely get the opportunity to. Everywhere you looked, there was something worth pausing for, a Pagani Utopia sitting quietly beside a McLaren P1, a Porsche Carrera GT parked next to a Koenigsegg Agera RS, or an Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro being readied for another run. The paddock itself almost became the main attraction, with owners and enthusiasts making their way between clubhouse and tarmac, swapping stories, comparing opinions, and gravitating toward whatever cars had just rolled into pitlane back in from a session.One of the more unexpected highlights came courtesy of Bentley Motors, which somehow managed to turn a busy corner of the paddock into something like a neighborhood coffee shop. Its bespoke Joe & The Juice Bentayga, complete with a custom, integrated espresso setup in the rear, was serving handcrafted drinks from sunrise to sunset, making it a natural meeting point between sessions. Bentley also brought a fleet of its latest models, giving guests the chance to step away and experience the Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga on the open road.Of course, there was one moment that pulled just about everyone away from the clubhouse and to the pit wall. The weekend featured an endless rotation from Pagani, Ferrari, Koenigsegg, Bugatti, McLaren, Czinger, Hennessey, and more, but when the Pagani Huayra R, Pagani Zonda Revolución, and Ferrari FXX took to the track together, everything else faded into the background. The three screaming naturally aspirated V12s built a soundtrack that no recording could ever properly capture. You didn’t just hear it, you felt it in your chest. Conversations stopped mid-sentence, cameras came out almost instinctively, and for a few brief minutes, the entire property seemed to pause just to take in a truly historic moment.As the final sessions wound down, everyone gathered on the main straight for the annual group photo, assembling a lineup that felt almost unreal: the Solus GT, Ford GT Mk IV, Pagani Zonda Revolución, Ferrari 288 GTO, McLaren Senna GTR, Bugatti EB110, Koenigseggs, Porsches, and more modern hypercar icons than you could ever believe at once. By Sunday morning, the pace had softened completely. The clubhouse filled with guests over breakfast, Formula 1 playing in the background, and conversations circling back through the highlights of the weekend.And in the end, that’s what tends to stay with you after leaving The Monticello Invitational. The cars are extraordinary, yes, and seeing them driven aggressively is something few enthusiasts ever get to experience. But what defines the weekend is everything built around them, like the conversations and the shared understanding among collectors, manufacturers, and enthusiasts that this is still, at its core, a community built on passion for cars.

By Edward Jones – June 09, 2026

A Look At Rétromobile New York's First Cars & Coffee

There's a particular kind of New York morning where the coffee matters as much as the cars. Rétromobile New York's first Cars & Coffee was one of them, and it landed in just the right place. The gathering took over the Leica Store and Gallery New York, the brand's flagship location in the Meatpacking District. It's a fitting host. The people who obsess over a perfectly machined lens tend to be the same ones who notice the curve of a hand-formed fender or a car sitting at just the right stance, so the room read like one shared sensibility split across two passions. The morning came together in collaboration with Duane Wilson of Porsche Stimmung, who has become something of a pillar in the New York scene. If you've spent any time at a city cars & coffee or on an early drive with collectors, you've probably crossed paths with his work. He brings the kind of energy that turns a parking lot full of cars into an actual community, and that showed. Then there was the centerpiece. Gooding Christie's, the official auction partner for Rétromobile New York, brought a 1957 BMW 507. If the 507 is new to you, here's the short version: BMW built only a few hundred of them, and this was one of just 34 Series 1 examples. It's the sort of car that quiets a crowd for a beat before everyone reaches for a camera. More than that, it set the tone. If the 507 is a preview of the caliber Gooding Christie's plans to bring to the block, the auction itself is worth clearing the calendar for. That brings us to what's next. Rétromobile New York arrives at the Javits Center November 19 through 22, 2026. As the American chapter of one of the most respected classic car gatherings in the world, we're more than excited for event to come. Buy Tickets Visit Website GALLERY-EMBED

Rétromobile New York Reveals Third Wave of Exhibitors for Inaugural Edition

By duPont REGISTRY – June 08, 2026

Rétromobile New York Reveals 3rd Wave of Exhibitors for Inaugural Edition

Rétromobile New York is taking shape. With the show's Javits Center debut set for November 19-22, 2026, organizers have confirmed a third wave of exhibitors, adding to a lineup that already reads like a who's who of the collector car world. The inaugural edition is shaping up to be one of the more significant events on the North American calendar, and this latest group only raises the bar. View The First Wave View The Second Wave The new additions span historic marque specialists, motorsport heritage, fine automotive art, and premium collector services. Together, they reflect the same international reach that defined the first two waves, pulling in names from across watchmaking, leather craft, contemporary art, and tire manufacturing. Here's a look at who's joining the show. Michelin Classic Tire In 1949, Michelin changed the world of tires forever with the introduction of the Radial X—revolutionizing safety, performance, and style by separating the sidewalls from the tread. That same spirit of innovation lives on today through Michelin’s unwavering commitment to the classic car hobby. The Michelin Classic Collection is curated for enthusiasts who demand authenticity without compromise. Featuring period-correct tires for vehicles from the 1920s through the 1990s, each tire is still manufactured in Europe, in small batches—many by hand—using the expertise and craftsmanship Michelin is renowned for. Autodromo Bradley Price created Autodromo when he realized around 2008 that there was nowhere to buy affordable automotive watches with beautiful craftsmanship and design. By starting from the simple idea of designing something he wanted to own for himself, he ended up building a cult brand that is beloved by fans and collectors around the globe. Since 2011, Autodromo has become the go-to brand for exquisitely designed motoring watches and accessories. “Autodromo isn’t just a lifestyle brand cooked up in some board room. It’s something I live and breathe every day. The joy of driving classic cars is a now central aspect of my life, and of so many of our clients’ lives. Everything we make is created to enhance the feeling you get behind the wheel, or let you daydream about it when you are stuck in a meeting. Each year, I try to launch something new and unexpected that speaks to what I am excited about. Every product from Autodromo comes from a very personal place.” - Bradley Price Raebot Raebot reimagines the language of contemporary art by fusing the volatile poetry of oxidation with the precision of electroplated steel. In this daring interplay, corrosion serves as a collaborator, an elemental force guided, yet never fully contained. Each piece resists finality, shaped by its surroundings and confined only by deliberate boundaries. These surfaces transform over time, chronicling an ever-evolving narrative. The visual tension creates a philosophical duality between the depthless absorption of oxidized matter and the mirror-like brilliance of polished chrome. Within this contrast, light bends perception and dissolves conventional spatial awareness. Atelier Maharanibagh Atelier Maharanibagh—or Mbagh, was born from the fire of contrast—old-world grandeur and modern mischief, royal bloodlines and rebellious dreams. Designed across continents—from the ateliers of Florence to the back alleys of Seoul, from the royalty-soaked gharanas of Jaipur to the sensual markets of Istanbul—each piece is a global love letter written in stone, metal, and magic. They don’t mass produce. They craft—slowly, intentionally, in small batches, just for you. Because you are not everyone. And neither are they. They create with respect—for craft, for culture, and for the planet. You’ll find them where you least expect: on the runways of Dubai, in a Seattle studio behind an unmarked door, at the center of a champagne-lit soirée, or inside a box that just arrived at your doorstep, begging to be opened with anticipation. Analog:Shift Founded in 2012, Analog:Shift rapidly became New York City’s premier destination for vintage and pre-owned timepieces. Born from a deep passion for watchmaking history, enduring design, and mechanical craftsmanship, it has grown into a globally recognized source for exceptional timekeeping objects. Since 2020, Analog:Shift functions as the Vintage & Pre-Owned arm of the Watches of Switzerland Group, bringing their expertise to one of the world’s largest and most respective watch retailers. Analog:Shift fosters a community of collectors, enthusiasts, and friends united by the belief that a wristwatch — much like a fine automobile — reflects something meaningful about the person who wears it. Alongside a curated selection of vintage and pre-owned timepieces, accessories and expert watchmaking services, Analog:Shift brings its enthusiasm for horology to life through its Transmissions blog, YouTube channel, and Instagram presence. CHAPAL CHAPAL destiny is a singular one: a French Manufacture inventing many processes in treating leather and fur. The brand preserves centuries-old techniques in its factory as well as many operations that are meticulously mastered by craftsmen. Leathers and garments are entirely handcrafted in its own atelier, where an in-house tannery remains still active since almost two hundred years to secure the finest quality leathers. Beside its ready-to-wear expertise, CHAPAL offers an exclusive made-to-measure and bespoke experience where the most unexpected requests can be achieved. Rooted in the worlds of classic cars and aviation, the House has long cultivated a singular universe inspired by gentleman drivers, automotive elegance and the spirit of early aviation. Today, Maison CHAPAL continues to create timeless pieces while carrying forward the legacy of previous generations.

By Charles Bradley – June 06, 2026

Cavallino Classic Monaco Adds New Chapter to duPont REGISTRY Group’s Expanding Global Portfolio

On the most storied streets in motorsport, where heritage and prestige intersect, a new benchmark for luxury automotive experiences has been defined. The debut of Cavallino Classic Monaco by Canossa Events – an integral pillar of the duPont REGISTRY Group portfolio – was the latest addition to its world-class events that also encompass Palm Beach and Boca Raton in Florida, Enzo Ferrari’s hometown of Modena in Italy, and during Formula 1’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend. Set against the backdrop of glittering Monte Carlo, during the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, Cavallino Classic Monaco seamlessly blended concours-level elegance with live racing theater. Organized in collaboration with the Automobile Club de Monaco, the Yacht Club de Monaco, and Ferrari Corse Clienti, the event transformed the principality into a living stage for Ferrari’s most significant competition cars. Nowhere was this more evident than at the Yacht Club marina, where 22 historic open-wheel machines from Scuderia Ferrari formed an unprecedented concours display – an extraordinary concentration of racing provenance rarely seen in one place. Twelve of those cars went beyond static exhibition, taking to the circuit itself in a moment that earned a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of Ferrari Formula 1 cars ever seen on track simultaneously. Timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of Ferrari’s first Formula 1 victory, the symbolism was as powerful as the spectacle. The concours culminated in an awards ceremony within the Yacht Club’s ballroom, where Piero Ferrari, son of founder Enzo, presented Best of Show to the Ferrari F2004 #234, a car driven to victory by Michael Schumacher and now owned by Luis Perez Companc. Additional honors spanned eras and engineering philosophies, from the pioneering front-engined racers of the 1950s to the high-revving V8, V10, and V12 machines of the modern Formula 1 era – each class reflecting a chapter in Ferrari’s relentless pursuit of performance. Yet, what defines Cavallino Classic Monaco – and, by extension, duPont REGISTRY Group’s approach – is the orchestration beyond the cars. The weekend opened with a private dinner inside the Yacht Club, surrounded by historic Ferrari F1 cars and a fleet of superyachts, setting the tone for a program that balanced exclusivity with purpose. A charity auction, organized by the Cavallino Foundation in collaboration with RM Sotheby's, supported Save the Children, reinforcing the event’s philanthropic dimension. “We are very proud to have brought this idea to life,” said Cavallino President Enzo Mattioli Ferrari, the CEO of Ferrari Family Investments and Trustee of Piero Ferrari Trust. “Together with Luigi Orlandini, CEO of Cavallino Classic, we have worked on this project over the past two years. It seemed a mission impossible, yet here we are celebrating its success, highlighted by the record of 12 Ferrari Formula 1 cars on track at the same time: something never seen before. We are already working on new ideas for the next edition of the Historique in 2028. I would like to thank all our extraordinary guests, whose magnificent single-seaters made this possible, delivering unforgettable moments and an event of global resonance.” As Cavallino Classic – the world’s premier Ferrari-focused event series, with its flagship concours in Palm Beach – celebrates its 35th anniversary at The Boca Raton Resort, its Monaco debut signals more than geographic expansion. It reinforces duPont REGISTRY Group’s position as a leader in the curation of high-end luxury experiences – where precision, storytelling, and access converge. Through Canossa, dRG has demonstrated an ability to elevate automotive events into fully realized lifestyle platforms, defined as much by their guests and atmosphere as by the machinery itself. Cavallino Classic’s Monaco debut underscored a level of detail, exclusivity, and experiential depth that places dRG firmly at the forefront of the global luxury lifestyle space. This is not just about hosting events – it is about curating environments where the world’s most discerning collectors, enthusiasts, and industry leaders come together in a setting that feels both intimate and extraordinary. Supported by partners including Riva, Richard Mille, Moët & Chandon, and Ferrari Style, the debut edition delivered on every level – visual, experiential, and cultural. Cavallino Classic Monaco demonstrates that when executed at the highest level, these gatherings become more than events. They become destinations, defined by access, authenticity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF CAVALLINO CLASSIC

By duPont REGISTRY – May 29, 2026

See The Incredible Cars Heading To The Monticello Invitational III

On June 6, 2026, a private circuit ninety minutes from Manhattan will host one of the most carefully curated hypercar gatherings in the world. The Monticello Invitational III returns to Monticello Motor Club for its third consecutive year, and as an official partner, duPont REGISTRY is proud to once again be part of an event that asks its participants not to polish their cars and display them, but to actually drive them. Held on the club's 4.1-mile professionally designed circuit, the Invitational draws from Monticello Motor Club's 700-plus-member base and is expected to bring more than 125 guests and over 40 extraordinary vehicles together for a single Saturday on track. The full weekend runs from a private welcome dinner on Friday evening through an optional road drive and brunch on Sunday, all set against the backdrop of a private, member-only motorsports facility with a full clubhouse, helipad, and the kind of privacy that has become almost impossible to find at high-profile automotive events. What sets the Monticello Invitational apart is its philosophy. Owners are organized into structured track sessions by vehicle type and pace so that each car can be experienced in the environment it was built for. Between sessions, the paddock and clubhouse become the gathering point, and the day closes with an invitation-only evening within the surrounding collector community. There is no audience to perform for. The cars, and the people who own them, are the event. Ahead of June, the field is already taking shape, and the entries confirmed so far represent some of the most significant track-capable machines ever produced. Each is profiled in greater detail in the galleries below. Learn More Confirmed Cars For Monticello Invitational III Koenigsegg Agera RS GALLERY-EMBED Porsche Carrera GT GALLERY-EMBED Koenigsegg CCX GALLERY-EMBED Pagani Huayra Roadster Tempesta GALLERY-EMBED Koenigsegg Jesko Attack GALLERY-EMBED McLaren Solus GT GALLERY-EMBED Pagani Utopia Roadster GALLERY-EMBED Pagani Zonda Revolución GALLERY-EMBED Ferrari FXX GALLERY-EMBED McLaren P1 GALLERY-EMBED Ferrari Enzo GALLERY-EMBED Aston Martin Valkyrie GALLERY-EMBED Pagani Huayra BC GALLERY-EMBED Pagani Zonda Nero GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – May 21, 2026

Driven to Inspire Returns to Lido House For Its Second Luxury Showcase

Driven to Inspire returned to the iconic Lido House in Newport Beach for its second signature luxury showcase event, bringing together entrepreneurial leaders, luxury brands, exotic automobiles, and influential members of the community for an unforgettable evening centered around inspiration, leadership, and purpose. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Lido House Newport Lawn and Glass House, guests experienced an elevated display of exotic vehicles alongside a sophisticated atmosphere designed to celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship, and meaningful community impact. GALLERY-EMBED The evening featured the official Driven to Inspire Award Ceremony, a growing tradition that recognizes visionary leaders whose entrepreneurial journeys inspire the next generation. The inaugural Driven to Inspire event, held in December, honored Bob Olson, owner and developer of Lido House, as the first recipient of the award. During this second event, Olson formally passed the honor on to Kavous Gitibin and Kaye Gitibin, co-founders of Go Rentals, recognizing their exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial vision, and influence within the community. Founded by Cheryl Wood and Tyler Price, Driven to Inspire was created to merge luxury experiences with purpose-driven storytelling, highlighting the individuals and brands shaping the future through innovation, perseverance, and leadership. Through a carefully curated blend of luxury lifestyle, networking, and community recognition, the founders have quickly established Driven to Inspire as a distinctive, emerging platform in the luxury event space. GALLERY-EMBED The event’s success was supported by its premier founding sponsors, including Falcon Jet, Go Rentals, RDO Developments, and VALIA Properties, whose partnership helped bring the elevated experience to life. As the official media sponsor, duPont REGISTRY helped extend the event experience beyond the evening itself, with current issues of the magazine distributed to attendees—placing the brand directly into the hands of luxury enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and automotive collectors in attendance. Following two successful events, Driven to Inspire is now positioned for continued growth through expanded strategic partnerships, increased sponsorship opportunities, and additional capital support to further elevate the brand and its impact. As the platform evolves, Cheryl Wood and Tyler Price aim to continue building a premier luxury showcase experience that celebrates entrepreneurship, innovation, and legacy-driven leadership while inspiring future generations to pursue bold visions of their own. Learn More

By duPont REGISTRY – May 18, 2026

Velocity Invitational: Where Racing History Meets Wine Country Hospitality

Now entering its sixth year, Velocity Invitational has quietly become one of the most essential dates on the global motorsport calendar. Since its founding in 2019 as the Sonoma Speed Festival, the event has earned a reputation alongside the great gatherings of the automotive world: Goodwood, the Monterey Historics, and the finest concours events in Europe. It has done so not by chasing their formulas, but by forging its own. GALLERY-EMBED This year's edition brings together more than 200 historic racing cars spanning a full century of competition, from brass-era machines dating to the 1910s to Le Mans prototypes from the 2020s. It is a living timeline of motorsport, assembled in one place for enthusiasts who appreciate diversity in car culture. For the first time in the event's history, a current championship race will also take place on the Sonoma circuit, with the Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West Series bringing active competition alongside the historic displays. GALLERY-EMBED The celebrity draw has always been part of Velocity's appeal, and 2026 is no exception. Red Bull Racing test and reserve driver Yuki Tsunoda brings current Formula One energy to the paddock, while actor Sung Kang, beloved by Fast and Furious fans worldwide, previews his upcoming feature film DRIFTER for the first time ever in Northern California. Legendary automotive photographer Larry Chen, whose imagery has defined a generation of car culture, joins Formula One commentator Alex Brundle. GALLERY-EMBED But what ultimately distinguishes Velocity Invitational from every other event of its kind is geography and soul. Sonoma wine country isn't merely a backdrop; it's the point. Founder Jeff O'Neill's deep roots in California wine culture infuse the event with a warmth and hospitality that no other racing festival can replicate. World-class cars, world-class competition, and world-class wine: Velocity Invitational is, simply put, the bucket-list event for people who want all three at once. Get your tickets by clicking the link below, and enter the discount code "dupont" at checkout for 15% off. Get Tickets Here GALLERY-EMBED Photos by Alex Penfold

By Edward Jones – May 13, 2026

Fast Lane Drive: An Interview With Founder Clément Connor

This week, Fast Lane Drive is celebrating its 8th anniversary after its founding by Clément Connor and Giovanni Letellier. Recognized as one of, if not the largest, exotic car club in the world, Fast Lane Drive spans 25 chapters across the United States and Europe with more than 2,000 members. Not only is Fast Lane Drive impressive in its size, but also in its exclusivity. Members can only join through invitations and applications, and must also be interviewed and approved by a majority vote. This process has allowed Fast Lane Drive to stay true to its core values and roots, bringing together entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and collectors who have, together, raised over $3 million for charitable causes. To find out more about this incredible car club, we had the opportunity to sit down with Clément Connor and ask him a few questions which can be found below. Visit FastLaneDrive.com 1. You and Giovanni started Fast Lane in 2018 with a casual drive through San Diego. When did you realize it was becoming something bigger? In 2018, when we created it, it was just a small group of friends driving together, socializing, having cool drives, and trying to exchange business. To be honest, I was really happy with the setup because I had a marketing agency at that time and my business was doubling every year pretty much from all the referrals I was getting. Then 2020 happened, COVID happened, and one of my members, Ian, was like, "Oh, I'm going to miss Fast Lane so much. It's going to be so hard. I have to move to Arizona." And I was like, "Why don't you open a chapter?" So we opened a chapter and the first month we got 100 applications. We're like, okay, we are really onto something. Then it took a little time and we opened LA, Vegas, Miami, Monaco. When we opened Monaco, pretty much everything doubled in the US. That has been our moment. We were like, okay, we are really onto something big, because nothing like Fast Lane Drive exists. When one member joins one chapter, they can go to any chapter around the world, and we realized something like this didn't exist. So we told ourselves, okay, let's push it really, really hard. 2. Fast Lane has grown from one San Diego chapter to more than 25 around the world. What's been the hardest part of scaling that quickly? Honestly, dealing with my chapter owners, I would say. Creating setup, creating systems, making sure that everybody has freedom but at the same time respecting the brand is really important. Brand alignment. And also creating a solid team. It's really, really complicated to hire, to develop, to train. So it's something we're trying to push to do better, and it's really important to reinvent ourselves. We're dealing with really high-end people, and those people pretty much want things that they cannot do on their own. If they can go to a restaurant on their own, they don't need Fast Lane Drive. So we need all the time to reinvent ourselves with new ideas, new venues, new shows, new attractions. Otherwise, it just doesn't come back. It's really, really complicated. My event team is always on guard to make everything work. 3. Philanthropy sits right alongside passion and community as a core value of the club. Why does giving back matter so much to you personally, and what impact do you hope Fast Lane leaves on the communities its chapters call home? There are two things on the philanthropy side. It's money, but the most important is time. For example, one time a kid was dying from cancer and 300 people showed up in front of the kid's house. When you saw the emotion of the parents crying and crying, you want to give back. The car community sometimes doesn't automatically have the best impression, and I want to show the world that car people are good people and they like to give back. So for me it's really a pillar. I try to help people with cancer, kids, or the police and firefighters. Things like this are really important. You see, this is life-changing for them, pretty much. 4. Beyond car ownership, what does the ideal Fast Lane member look like, and how do you protect the culture as you scale? First of all, family-oriented. Really, really important. We are a family club. We want the husband and wife or the wife and husband to come. 25% of our members are women, so we are huge in the car community on that front. We are not a bachelor company. We are not a frat company. So that's really important. Number two, someone who likes to give back. If you don't like to give back some of your time or give a little money here and there, you have nothing to do here. Someone who is sociable. I know it sounds hard to say when you come to a social club, but if you come and stay on your own and don't try to socialize with other people, that's going to be really complicated in Fast Lane. So entrepreneurs, CEOs, doctors, lawyers, real estate people, tech people. But you'd be surprised, for example, in the Bay Area, 80% of our members are actually executives. So we try to adapt to different chapters. That's why we are so selective, because if there's one bad apple in a chapter, it can destroy everything. We had a guy, for example, this is the fourth time he's asked for a refund for an event, and he doesn't realize that really hurts us, because we almost make no money on events, and the guy asks for a refund two or three days before. This type of person, who only thinks about himself, is not the right fit. Something that's really unique with Fast Lane is that when you arrive, everybody is equal. You don't have, "Oh, I have a better car, better watch, better business." No, you arrive here to have a good time and everybody is equal. I was talking to a guy who has an SP3, and I said, "What do you think if we create a section for only hypercars?" He said, "The worst idea I've ever heard in my life. I come to Fast Lane to have fun with the members and be equal with everybody, not to feel that I'm better." 5. What surprised you about exotic car culture overseas in Monaco, Paris, and Tokyo? We really had to readapt. For example, in Monaco, we have to be way more discreet on social media. People don't want to be seen. We cannot show the plates in Europe, in Paris, or in Monaco. People don't want to be seen on social media. In the US it's the opposite. People say, "Do an interview of me, push me online, do things." In Europe, you have to be way more discreet in the way you approach. For example, in the USA nobody cares about breakfast. In France, if you don't do a breakfast, people would be so upset. You need to adapt to the culture. In France, if you don't do a one-to-three-hour lunch, they have a problem. In the USA, after 45 minutes, they're like, "Hey, can we go back on the road? Can we have more time? Can we do more things?" So it's really interesting between one and the other. 6. How do you choose corporate partners like duPont REGISTRY and Circuit of The Americas? This is really important. As of now, I only have three major sponsors, and a lot of brands are asking me. It's even more important because would duPont REGISTRY put itself next to a brand that is not aligned with itself? It's the same thing with Fast Lane. We have partnerships with major watch brands. We don't put that on the website, but the members have access to watches that are really exclusive. Those brands, if you accept any sponsor anywhere in the world, they're not going to want to do business with you. So you really have to protect yourself. I would say the sponsors are even more important than the members, because imagine a bad sponsor has a really bad article come out about anything happening in their business. That's my reflection pretty much. 7. What goes into pulling off a multi-chapter rally, and which one stands out as a defining Fast Lane moment? This is selecting our members. When you look at it, this is the same line of people who are here to have a good time. When I look at it, I say, I'm so lucky that we have members like this everywhere in the world. Quite frankly, a lot of other car clubs can do the same kind of event, but what they cannot do is, for example, for the anniversary, we're going to have members from Paris, Monaco, Miami, Los Angeles, OC. So you're creating a culture of everybody around the world, a melting pot into one place. I absolutely love the diversity in Fast Lane Drive. We accept everybody. We are really diverse in terms of orientation or religion. We want people to feel in a safe spot. The product in Fast Lane is when people arrive, they feel in a safe place where they can be themselves. 8. Eight years in, what's something about Fast Lane today that the version of you back in 2018 would never have predicted? It's a hard question on the opposite side, because to be honest with you, I dreamed to be where we are at, and I envisioned to be where we are at. But in my wildest dream, I would have never dreamed that. Does that make sense? It's like I envisioned what we have, but at the same time I never expected it to be that big, that fast, and so incredible. It's something you have to understand, Edward. I live Fast Lane Drive. I do one to two events per weekend. Look, it's Monday morning, I've been at my office since 6:00 a.m. I don't take days off. I live, breathe, sleep Fast Lane Drive. What's really important for me is, yes, having something in a different country, I didn't dream that on that scale. But where we are today, it's been on the riding path for years. The year I created Fast Lane Drive, I said to someone, "You will see one day. I will create a community where we can connect people around the world in the car community for meaningful experiences." And people were like, "Oh, yeah, right." And I was like, "No, you will see. You will see." So it's not obviously perfect, we have a lot to grow, but we are on the right path. 9. Looking back across eight years, which milestone or moment do you consider the real turning point for the club? Fast Lane in Monaco. This is the biggest turning point, to be honest with you. In France, everything takes two to three times more time, and the day we opened Fast Lane Monaco, that's been a huge turning point. People were like, "Oh, you are Fast Lane Monaco. Wow." To give you an idea, we opened Fast Lane Monaco in May. We announced it May 25th. June 15th for the opening, we had 60 cars. We had over 100 Americans we flew from the US in two weeks. We told ourselves, okay, we have a really strong following base of really big fans of Fast Lane Drive who are following us everywhere in the world. That's when Fast Lane skyrocketed pretty much in the US, because being bicoastal in the US is cool, but being in a country like Monaco, like Paris, that changed everything for the club. 10. Five years from now, what does Fast Lane Drive look like? I want to continue to develop more in the USA, but we want to open more in Europe. We want to duplicate in Europe. Obviously, as you know, Europe takes way more time. It's way more complicated than everything. I also want to implement Fast Lane Business right now. We're going to launch this and test it in San Diego. We realize that right now it's a hard period for a lot of people and we want to support each other. So we're going to launch this side of Fast Lane. We're going to have Fast Lane Drive for the drive and Fast Lane Business for the business, and we're going to meet in a safe environment every two months approximately to try to exchange business, talk about issues, talk about problems. The vision right now was mostly for fun, and we want to help people also get a little more business out of it.

The 2026 Terre di Canossa Rally Traveled From Tuscany To Liguria

By Canossa Events – May 13, 2026

Italian Beauty At The 2026 Terre di Canossa Rally

Part of duPont REGISTRY Group’s growing portfolio of luxury automotive events, experiences, and services, Canossa recently held its annual Terre di Canossa Rally. A Supertouristic Regularity event on the ACI Sport calendar, the Terre di Canossa Rally brought incredible cars through some of the most beautiful landscapes between Tuscany and Liguria, including Garfagnana’s woods, Cinque Terre’s UNESCO Heritage Sites, Carrara Road, Pinocchio Park, Lucca, Pisa, Montecatini Terme, and Forte dei Marmi. Forte dei Marmi’s Canniccia Motor Club was the venue for a Sunday lunch that closed the event, with an awards ceremony that celebrated many of the iconic cars that participated in the rally. The winning historic cars were Crew 15’s 1954 Triumph TR 2, Crew 18’s 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider, Crew 24’s 1955 Fiat 1100/103, Crew 2’s 1937 BMW 328, and Crew 59’s 1980 Ferrari 308 GTB. By nation, the top finishers were Crew 59 from Austria in the same Ferrari 308 GTB, Crew 15 from Argentina in a 1954 Triumph TR 2, Crew 21 from Belgium in a 1961 Volvo P1800, Crew 36 from France in a 1971 Fiat Dino Spider 2400, Crew 11 from Germany in a 1959 AC Ace Bristol, Crew 24 from the Netherlands in a 1955 Fiat 1100/103, Crew 47 from Switzerland in a 1969 Opel GT 1900, Crew 19 from the United Kingdom in a 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider, and Crew 20 from the US in a 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider. <- Gallery -> Special awards were given to several crews, as well. These were the Pre-War Car Award, given to Crew 2 and their 1937 BMW 328, which also won the Ladies Cup Award, the 1st Team Award, which was won by the Squadra Tartaruga Argentina team, and the RM Sotheby’s Special Prize, which was given to Crew 4 and their 1952 Ferrari 225 S. Modern cars were Crew 65’s 2022 Aston Martin V12 Vantage, Crew 66’s 2020 Abarth 595, and Crew 64’s 2003 Mercedes-Benz. Crew 16 showcased an impressive achievement at the event, scoring 18 out of 18 in the third day’s Ability Challenge in their 1954 Triumph TR 3. A collaboration with RM Sotheby’s, as well as a Presenting Sponsorship and business partnership with Goodwool enhanced this year’s Terre di Canossa Rally even further, and as part of the expansive portfolio of events, experiences, and luxury automotive services under the duPont REGISTRY Group umbrella, Canossa Events continues to bring enthusiast-focused experiences to life that highlight all manners of automotive excellence. Learn More About Canossa Image Source: Canossa Events

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