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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 Tyler Rampersaud – November 23, 2022

November 2022 duPont REGISTRY Cars & Coffee Recap

Here’s what happened if you missed it, but don’t miss it again. At Tampa’s Armature Works, Rides by the River made for a high-octane Saturday morning. Jam-packed with exotic cars and enthusiasts to appreciate them, the event proved once again a great way to witness incredible automobiles and chat about them with fellow luxury and performance car fanatics. Along with that, a plethora of donations for Toys for Tots made the show’s heartwarming aspect a huge success. With some of the world’s greatest in the names of luxury and performance on display at Saturday’s event, the only way to improve the morning was with some incredible partners, and that’s exactly what happened. MUST READ: Driving Through Tuscany: “Beyond By Four Seasons” Experience Concludes With Rave Reviews, Future Events With Canossa Coming Soon Bringing some of its incredible offerings from brands like Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, and Bentley was Dimmitt Automotive Group, with luxury and performance in ample supply. Also at Saturday’s show was Elder Ford, with unforgettable performance trucks, and Ferrari of Tampa Bay, with some of the timeless brand’s current supercars. Paddock 1 showed off some incredible performance cars that would go perfectly in one of its garage condos, and Ducati of Tampa Bay did the same with some two-wheeled masterpieces. Certified Motors stopped by with more incredible performance cars in tow, and so did Tampa’s European Exotic Center. Motor Enclave showed off its incredible upcoming 200-acre site with multiple tracks and over 300 garages, as well as some cars that would fit perfectly in the setting. Finally, Ultimate Auto showed off some of its incredible inventory and helped make this past Saturday morning one to remember. View All Exotic Cars For Sale Images by Lucas Howes Images by Spencer Kress/@kressmedia Images by Zoie Russo Images by London Schabes Images by Michael Kasch Images by Chase Arnold Images by Adam Zamzam

By Christopher Smith – November 15, 2022

Driving Through Tuscany: "Beyond By Four Seasons" Experie...

Exceptional culture, cuisine, and incredible cars created Tuscan memories to last a lifetime. At the end of September, the roads of Tuscany echoed with the sounds of extraordinary vehicles while the halls of Four Seasons Hotel Firenze filled with vibrant conversation and camaraderie. These are the takeaways from Beyond by Four Seasons, An Exclusive Driving Journey Through Tuscany – a week-long adventure of cars and culture curated by Canossa Events and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. To say it was a success is a tremendous understatement. The video at the top of this article offers a sample of the experience. A diverse group of enthusiasts ventured from Canada, the United States, India, Dubai, and Korea to enjoy the luxurious Beyond by Four Seasons experience. Spanning September 24-30, guests for this first-ever event enjoyed private wine tasting, fantastic cuisine, exclusive tours of venues typically closed to the public, a fabulous night at the opera, and much more. Amidst these events, attendees soaked up the famous roads of central Italy behind the wheels of iconic modern and classic cars from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Fiat, and others. Smiles captured on video and in photos convey the essence of this bespoke experience. Fortunately, there are more adventures to come. With Tuscany now in the rearview mirror, Canossa Events and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts are looking forward to events in Europe and the U.S. planned for 2023. Expect a sweeping experience through Switzerland, France, and Italy, tackling the legendary alpine roads of the region. Across the pond, California’s Napa Valley will host more cars, culture, and camaraderie. Specific dates will soon be announced. In the meantime, check out Cavallino Magazine for an in-depth feature on the first Beyond By Four Seasons experience in Tuscany, including a special look at the Ferraris of the event and an exclusive interview with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts President, Christian Clerc. The issue comes out on December 1. Sources: Canossa Events, Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts

By Edward Jones – November 15, 2022

Dallas-Based Cars & CoVerica Event Brings Automotive Enth...

Presented by Cars & CoVerica. Cars & CoVerica is a Dallas-based car enthusiast network and meet and greet for owners of ultra-luxury, exotics, vintage, and unique cars. Despite being founded only 3 years ago, Cars and CoVerica has rapidly grown to be one of Dallas’ most well-respected car events. With an exclusive, yet laid-back atmosphere, this is the perfect place to hang out and get to know fellow car enthusiasts in the area. This event occurs on the second Saturday of every month (April through November - weather permitting). Recently, the event held its annual Charity Fundraiser in October and featured a 1 of 1 Prototype, the 1995 Ford GT90. We are truly honored and grateful to host such a fun and generous car community. - Cars & CoVerica Visit CarsandCoVerica.com

By Gabriel Vega – November 08, 2022

The 2022 Wynn Las Vegas Concours d'Elegance Is An Emergin...

It's Sunday morning, October 30th, and the iconic Las Vegas Strip is filled not with taxis and rentals but dozens of classic cars and modern exotics. I'm behind the wheel of a 2023 Rolls-Royce Phantom, making my way through the pack. This short drive is the final send-off to the inaugural Wynn Las Vegas Concours d'Elegance, an emerging car show with ambitions to compete with the best around the globe. Stepping onto the lawn for the first time, the most striking aspect of the show was the sheer variety of vehicles. The main event occurred on Saturday, October 29th, at the Wynn Golf Club and included 230 cars judged across 15 classes. The participating vehicles represented every era, from a 1933 Duesenberg "20 Grand", which went on to win the Best of Show Pre-War award, to the latest hypercars from Bugatti, McLaren, and Ferrari. Aside from the usual suspects, the show even brought out machines rarely seen, like three participants from Vector Motors. One thing to note is that the Wynn Golf Club is massive, spanning 6,722 yards. Its size made the 230 participating vehicles feel like a relatively small amount. It was refreshing to see just how much space there was between the cars, and despite having a few thousand people in attendance, the lawn never felt crowded. Next year's show could easily host 100 more vehicles without impacting attendees' experience. The show served both participating vehicles and manufacturers alike. Rolls-Royce, Bentley, McLaren, and Ferrari brought out cars, allowing attendees to experience their latest products in person and see how well they fit in with the rest of the show. There were two Best of Show winners. The first was the 1933 Duesenberg "20 Grand" mentioned above, presented by The Nethercutt Collection. According to Wynn Las Vegas, the car got its nickname for its $20,000 asking price during the height of the Great Depression, an era when cars typically cost between $600-$800. The Best of Show Post-War winner was a 1951 Delahaye 235 presented by Peter and Merle Mullin of the Mullin Museum. According to Wynn Las Vegas, this particular example is the fifth of only 84 produced between 1951 and 1954 by the French carmaker. For folks who just want a nice day out with great weather, food, and cars, the Wynn Las Vegas Concours d'Elegance is the show for them. As a first-year attendee, one of the show's greatest strengths was the resort itself. With the lawn only a short walk away from my room, and an abundance of fantastic food on offer, the whole day had a very laid-back, relaxed feeling. As for its future, I'd wager it'll be a bright one. Next year, the show will take place alongside the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which should bring more people, cars, and fun activities for all.

By duPont REGISTRY – November 07, 2022

Join Us For Our Annual November Cars & Coffee Event, Bene...

duPont REGISTRY is teaming up with Armature Works for the largest Rides by the River event of the year, benefitting Toys for Tots! For over 20 years, duPont REGISTRY has dedicated its November Cars and Coffee event to benefit Toys for Tots. Rides by the River, since its launch, has also shared in the passion to support Toys for Tots leading up to the holidays. Eventgoers are encouraged to bring unwrapped gifts for children including toys, bicycles and other appropriate items to be collected by Toys for Tots. Looking for a little Saturday morning pick-me-up? Red Bull will be on site with DJ Quinn and the Red Bull DJ car. Red Bull will be available for purchase at a new pop-up bar, also serving several favorite brunch drinks. The Buddy Brew and Craving Donuts trucks will be onsite, so be sure to stop by for some coffee and donuts! More Event Info

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By Christopher Smith – October 19, 2022

32nd Palm Beach Cavallino Classic Honors Ferrari's Legacy...

On January 28, the lawns of The Breakers will host 24 Ferraris that competed in the iconic 24-hour endurance race. Every January, the warm sun of Palm Beach, Florida is home to the largest Ferrari-only auto event in the world. The Palm Beach Cavallino Classic Concorso d'Eleganza is a celebration of all things Ferrari, and for the 32nd edition, special attention is directed to Ferrari and the world's most iconic endurance race – the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Taking place January 26-29 at The Breakers in Palm Beach, this year's Cavallino Classic will include 150 Ferraris spanning decades of Prancing Horse production. Several Ferrari anniversaries will be celebrated for this special event, including 70 years of the 250 MM, 340 MM, 625 TF, and the 735 Sport, all of which arrived in 1953. The 1963 Ferrari 330 MM, 330 LMB, and 250 P celebrate their 60th anniversary. The headlining act for this year's event, however, is Ferrari's long and storied history with Le Mans. 2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the legendary race; Ferrari first competed in 1949 and has earned dozens of class wins with 9 overall victories in the years since. 24 special Ferraris that competed at Le Mans over the years will grace the lawn of The Breakers in the main class on January 28. "Ferrari has been a major protagonist in Le Mans for decades, and we felt the need to celebrate this incredible milestone with a great lineup of Ferraris that made the history of the world’s most celebrated race," said Cavallino and Canossa Chairman and CEO Luigi Orlandini. "In 2022 we celebrated the 75th anniversary of Ferrari with a special lineup of cars representing each year of the history of the marque, now we want to pay homage to another icon of motor racing: the 24 Hours of Le Mans". As one of the largest winter automotive events in the world, the Cavallino Classic is always an exciting experience filled with beautiful cars, exquisite food, incredible scenery, and more. Ticket sales for the 2023 Cavallino Classic open on November 1; owners of eligible cars can email classic@cavallino.com right now to present their cars to the selection committee. You can also join other enthusiasts and attendees in discussions on this year's Classic at FerrariChat.

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)

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