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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 – 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

By duPont REGISTRY – May 11, 2026

Rétromobile New York Reveals Second Wave of Exhibitors for Inaugural Edition

The road to Rétromobile New York is gaining speed. With the show's debut at the Javits Center now less than six months away, November 19-22, 2026, organizers have announced a second wave of confirmed exhibitors, further cementing the inaugural edition's standing as one of the most compelling collector car events to hit North America in years. View The First Wave This latest group of participants reinforces what the first wave made clear: Rétromobile New York is drawing from the very top of the field. Spanning historic marque specialists, motorsport heritage, fine automotive art, and premium collector services, the new additions bring fresh depth to a show already defined by its international ambition. BOL CONCEPT Founded in 2012, BOL CONCEPT is a French company based in Le Mans that handcrafts helmet-shaped seats, in the purest spirit of motorsport. Their creations—ranging from office chairs to bar stools—are fully customizable and adaptable to each client’s vision, from exterior designs to interior upholstery, stitching, and base. Each piece is unique, plated, numbered, and entirely handmade by artisans with exceptional French craftsmanship. Ideal for an office, living room, showroom, or kitchen… to stand out and express a philosophy: “why stay classic when you can be unique! BAT Bring a Trailer is an online vehicle auction platform and enthusiast community. Our auctions are designed to provide the best experience for buyers and sellers alike. A decade after revolutionizing the auto auction industry, they continue to lead it with our unmatched marketplace of over 1,000 listings per week, more than 750,000 registered bidders, and searchable sales results that speak for themselves. They curate every vehicle that is listed and present them transparently, without superlatives or dubious claims, in a thorough and straightforward fashion using comprehensive information and photo galleries. Every seller is supported by dedicated personnel throughout the auction process. Real-time commenting from our lively and knowledgeable community of more than 1.6 million registered users helps potential buyers bid with confidence. Atelier Circourt The origin of passion. Guillaume Raynaud’s school notebooks were filled with car sketches — a lifelong fascination with curves and speed. He later joined the Peugeot-Citroën design center, immersing himself in the art of form. There, he began painting, capturing the emotion of motion on canvas. In 2021, he co-founded Atelier Circourt with childhood friend Romain Marchand, a brand designer passionate about ’50s furniture and ’80s cars. Together, they created a concept devoted to the beauty of movement. At Atelier Circourt, the car becomes a visual manifesto. Guillaume captures posture, tension, and balance, while Romain translates this vision into desirable objects, honoring mechanical spirit with style and precision. ACABA Gantier Created in June 2014, ACABA Gantier is a french brand located in the heart of Paris, offering a wide range of gloves for men and women. ACABA Gantier ensures a loyal presence at @retromobile_paris, Auto Moto d’Epoca (Bologna, Italy), Pebble Beach Concours and The Amelia (US)... and on major appointments with Peter Auto, Rallystory and other actors, on the circuits or at the start of rallies. In 2020, the appearance of a declination of the brand is emerging, with ACABA City and ACABA Sport, which reaffirms the two founding pillars of ACABA Gantier: Fashion and driving. All their gloves are handmade in Europe and they are the approved Supplier of the Federation of Porsche Clubs of France. Bizzarrini In the year that would have been Giotto Bizzarrini’s 100th birthday, the brand he founded begins a new chapter.This year, Bizzarrini reveals an all-new model to continue the innovative genius of Ing. Giotto Bizzarrini and convey the original values that endure within the brand today. Continuing the design partnership with Giorgetto and Fabrizio Giugiaro that began more than sixty years ago, in 2026 Bizzarrini launches unique examples of vehicles conceived by this virtuoso collaboration that have existed only as concepts until this landmark year. 1600Veloce 1600Veloce is an automotive lifestyle, media company, and specialist in online auctions. With locations in New York and Central Germany, every online listing is presented transparently in a thorough and straightforward fashion. When it’s time to sell your treasured car, presentation matters. 1600Veloce offers the most desired vehicles through strategic & full-service campaigns, creative excellence and renowned marketing to a global audience. Our tools and resources are developed in house, focused on design, sound, and driving character.

By duPont REGISTRY – May 11, 2026

DRIVEN Cars & Coffee Makes Its Debut at The Abbey at Aventura

South Florida's collector car scene found a new home on Saturday, May 2, when DRIVEN Cars & Coffee held its inaugural event at The Abbey at Aventura, extending into Aventura Mall. Powered by Prestige Imports, Turnberry Associates, and duPont REGISTRY Group, the morning drew more than 500 guests for what became an immediate statement of intent for the series. Over 100 exotic and high-performance vehicles filled the space, sourced from Prestige Imports, duPont REGISTRY, and the broader South Florida automotive community. The centerpiece moment of the morning was the exclusive unveiling of the Czinger 21C VMax by Czinger Miami, one of the most technically ambitious hypercars in production today. Gunther Werks Miami also turned heads with "Alchemy," a color-shifting Porsche that drew a steady crowd throughout the event. Lamborghini Miami brought the latest from Sant'Agata, including the Revuelto in a striking Blu Cepheus finish. Combining a naturally aspirated V12 with hybrid technology for a combined output of 1,001 horsepower, it represents the next generation of the brand's flagship grand tourer. Alongside it, the Temerario made its presence known as a preview of where Lamborghini is taking its mid-engine lineup. GALLERY-EMBED Beyond the cars, the event leaned into what makes The Abbey at Aventura a distinct venue. Ten food and beverage partners were on hand, including Jarana Aventura, The Amalfi Llama, Tap 42, Toku, North Italia, and others, giving guests plenty of reason to stay, explore, and settle in. Six vendors from The Abbey Collective Market rounded out the retail experience, with everything from pottery to food tastings adding texture to what could have simply been a car show. The concept behind DRIVEN is worth noting. Rather than a traditional cars and coffee format, the series is designed to integrate automotive culture into a broader lifestyle experience, with an emphasis on access, community, and quality over scale. This inaugural gathering, timed to F1 Miami Grand Prix weekend, leaned into that approachable, community-first spirit. The follow-up event, scheduled for November 2026, will shift toward a more formal concours-style presentation. For a first outing, DRIVEN Cars & Coffee established its footing clearly. The cars were serious, the venue earned its place in the lineup, and South Florida showed up. November cannot come soon enough. To get the latest news on this extraordinary new event, be sure to click the button below. Sign Up GALLERY-EMBED Images by Photo By Mikey B

By Michael Van Runkle – May 10, 2026

First Look: Capricorn’s Lightweight, Analog 01 Zagato Hypercar Arrives in America

Amid the broader hypercar industry, which largely relies on hybrid-electric drivetrains to produce massive power figures and all-wheel drive to tame such prodigious output, a growing movement aims to prioritize a return to old-school driver engagement. Rather than chasing stats on paper, this trend leverages modern materials and production methods to maximize the fun factor for lightweight, analog cars. Case in point, the new 01 Zagato from German materials manufacturer Capricorn, which boasts a carbon-fiber monocoque based on the Porsche 919 Le Mans racecar with a supercharged Ford V8 linked to a five-speed dogleg manual transmission. Priced at 2.95 million euros ($3.4–3.5 million) before an expectedly extensive personalization process, Capricorn promises production will commence later in 2026. To drum up further anticipation, the firm brought its second running prototype to Beverly Hills for a Cars and Coffee meet at luxury and exotic dealer Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills. Capricorn hopes this new entrant to the hypercar world can blossom out of a long history as an automotive industry background player providing componentry for racing series, including F1, LMP1, WEC, WRC, and more. The firm’s facilities in Germany, France, and Italy—including a carbon-fiber plant at the Nürburgring—also contributed carbon fiber, aluminum, and titanium to road cars, including the Audi R8, Bugatti Veyron and Chiron, Porsche 918 Spyder, as well as the GT2, GT3, and GT3 RS, and Manthey Racing’s aerodynamics program. That expertise extends to full vehicle manufacturing, but never before on a car that will bear the company’s name. Switching that mentality required starting from scratch, while continuing partnerships with longtime industry leaders. “Being Germans, we know what we can do and what we cannot do,” Capricorn’s director of sales and relationships, John Sternheimer, told duPont Registry. “We could have designed a car, but having a coachbuilder like Zagato featuring the body on your car, it cannot get better. For the Ford engine, it's a great engine, it's super reliable, it has massive power, and it has a lot of reserves on it. And if you talk to people who own hypercars, what all of them don't like is high maintenance. No matter how much money you have, you don't want to pay $120,000 for every service. That's also a reason for this engine in the car. It’s serviceable like a supercar, not a hypercar, and that's a big difference nowadays.” In person, the 01 Zagato occupies much less space than expected. Nowhere near the size of a Bugatti Chiron, for example, the low-slung body even made a GT2 RS parked nearby in the showroom look bulky and cluttered. That alone sets Capricorn apart from the expanding footprints and aero profiles of both supercars and hypercars. A closer look at Zagato’s design reveals hints of the modern Ford GT and Lotus Emira, as well as the Lamborghini Miura and de Tomaso Pantera—all true highlights of automotive styling, in a futuristic yet timeless shape. The interior continues that theme with a simple and sparse melange of carbon, aluminum, and titanium. Simplicity dictated both functionality and ergonomics, as the seats actually bolt directly to the monocoque. Sternheimer stands over six feet tall and claimed that anyone up to 2.1 meters (six-foot-ten) should fit easily, because the pedals and steering column both move around the driver, rather than vice versa. This concept extends even to the gearshifter, in an industry first, which can scoot 80 millimeters (3.14 inches) fore and aft. The gated five-speed—with a manual reverse lockout—links to the 5.2-liter Ford Performance V8, which Capricorn then worked over with a rotating assembly, air intake, rotating assembly, supercharger, and ECU built in-house. Total output claimed at 888 horsepower with a redline set at 9,000 rpm sounds reasonable versus the Mustang GTD's 815 ponies and 7,650 rpm, especially after slotting the shifter into neutral, depressing the clutch pedal, and cranking the engine over. In a glass showroom, the Capristo exhaust blared and rumbled, emitting glorious pops and bangs of overrun after just a few nudges into the throttle. Supercharger whining seemingly inches from the driver’s skull, ripping that shifter up and down through the gates, all in a rear-wheel-drive mid-engined coupe that weighs just 2,650 pounds dry—the 01 Zagato sounds hardcore, with Capricorn’s Nürburgring heritage on full display, including an inboard pushrod suspension setup by Bilstein. And yet, this is more than just a track car. The carbon-fiber frunk can hold up to 120 liters of luggage, nearly equal to a modern Porsche 911, and a four-axle lift reduces fears of scraping all that precious carbon fiber. This running and driving prototype will receive a few revisions before production commences, including redesigned gauges with an integrated reverse camera and brakes that switch from Brembo to AP Racing. Capricorn plans to build just 19 examples, a figure chosen in honor of the founding of Zagato on April 19, 1919. Only a handful of allocations remain, though this first step from Capricorn will eventually lead to a spider variant limited to a slightly more accessible 91 units. As with so many hypercars, exclusivity enhances the desirability—yet comparison to the competition matters just as much in the overall appeal. Sternheimer believes Capricorn chose to step out from the shadows at the perfect opportunity, still something of a unique proposition even as the analog craze builds. <- Gallery -> “We believe the time was right to not chase horsepower as a lot of competitors do,” he said. “I like to use a quote, ‘The best cars have already been built, with one exception.’ So we’re bringing back what people really enjoy. No hybrid, no electric, a lightweight, fun-to-drive car that sounds amazing, that also will look amazing in 20 years from now.” View All Supercars and Exotic Cars For Sale Images: Michael Van Runkle

By duPont REGISTRY – May 08, 2026

CASH & ROCKET Closes Out Its 2026 U.S. Car Tour in Miami

Thirty luxury sports cars rolling through Charleston in formation is a difficult thing to ignore. That image opened CASH & ROCKET's second U.S. Car Tour, a four-day philanthropic drive through the American Southeast that wrapped in Miami on April 26. Founded in 2011 by Julie Brangstrup, CASH & ROCKET operates as a fundraising platform and global network of women committed to charitable giving. The organization now counts more than 2,800 members worldwide. Its annual tours have become a fixture on the philanthropic calendar, pairing high-end automotive culture with on-the-ground community impact. The 2026 U.S. edition ran April 23 through 26, moving through Charleston, Savannah, Jacksonville, Palm Beach, and Miami. Charleston set the tone. After an orientation at The Cooper Hotel, the convoy headed to Middleton Place before returning to line Tobacco Street for the evening. The night's fundraising soirée, held in partnership with Astrea London, benefited Impact Charleston, a nonprofit focused on youth mentorship and education. Among those in attendance were several cast members from Southern Charm, Olympic equestrian Mathilda Karlsson, entrepreneur Rachel "Rocky" Barnes, and singer Jackie Cruz, who performed live to close the event. GALLERY-EMBED Savannah was quieter by design. The convoy passed through in the morning, and the group gathered for a private waterfront lunch before pushing on to Jacksonville, where Brangstrup led a panel discussion on investment and opportunity in Dubai, joined by speakers from Dubai Economy and Tourism and UK Sotheby's International Realty. Palm Beach brought the tour's wellness programming to the foreground. A Pilates session at The Palm House Hotel opened the day before the evening shifted focus to fundraising, with a soirée benefiting Style Saves, a Florida nonprofit that provides essential goods to youth and families, and Sumbandila, which supports students in South Africa through scholarships and mentorship. UBS International's Catherine Lapadula spoke during the event. The tour finished in Miami, where the fleet arrived in the Design District and turned NE 41st Street into a public car display. The evening concluded at The Moore Club with a soirée benefiting Style Saves, closing out the tour's fundraising programming. Cruz performed again, joined by Liset Alea, The Hornies, and Kate Ozz. "From the moment we rolled into Charleston to our Grand Finale in Miami, every mile reminded us why we do this," said Brangstrup. CASH & ROCKET has raised over $6.6 million since its founding and is targeting $15 million by 2030. For 2026, the organization has two tours on the calendar: this one in the U.S. and one in Spain this fall, culminating in Madrid. The fall event will run September 10-13th, with the route being from Marbella to Madrid for the first-ever Formula 1 event. Learn More About Cash & Rocket

By duPont REGISTRY – May 07, 2026

CoinPayments Marks New duPont REGISTRY Alliance During Miami Race Week

Three days after announcing a landmark partnership with duPont REGISTRY Group, CoinPayments brought the momentum into race week with a private gathering on the 55th floor of Aston Martin Residences in Miami. The invite-only event, held on the evening of May 1 and co-hosted with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team and Glenfiddich, drew roughly 100 guests from across the worlds of motorsport, media, and luxury automotive. The April 28 announcement had set the context: CoinPayments, a global digital payments infrastructure provider, will power stablecoin transaction capabilities within the newly redesigned duPont REGISTRY digital marketplace. duPontREGISTRY.com lists more than 120,000 luxury vehicles annually, representing over $25 billion in inventory, and the integration is aimed at reducing friction in high-value transactions while opening the marketplace to a broader base of digitally-native, high-net-worth buyers. It was the kind of deal that warranted a proper introduction, and race week in Miami provided a fitting stage. Ali Rafi, Group CEO of CoinPayments, opened the evening with a welcome address before joining a panel alongside Alex Alexandrov, owner of CoinPayments, Antoine Tessier, CEO of duPont REGISTRY Group, and Finbar McFall, Global Marketing Director at Aston Martin. The discussion centered on the convergence of digital payments and the luxury sector, and the dynamic between Tessier and Rafi gave guests an unfiltered look at the thinking behind the alliance. McFall's presence added the motorsport dimension, reflecting the shared audience that connects Aston Martin, CoinPayments, and duPont REGISTRY's respective communities. The Q&A session with Jess Hawkins, Aston Martin F1 Academy driver, rounded out the evening's programming. Hawkins took questions directly from the audience in a format that felt more like a conversation than a press appearance, which guests responded to. For anyone who follows the F1 Academy closely, the access was a genuine draw. The evening worked because the pieces fit together logically. CoinPayments is in the early stages of its return to the U.S. market following a strategic re-entry in late 2025, and the duPont REGISTRY partnership represents a clear statement of direction for the luxury sector. Hosting the event alongside Aston Martin during one of the year's most high-profile race weekends put all of that in the right room. The initial rollout of stablecoin capabilities across select marketplace transactions is expected to begin within the next few months, with additional phases to follow. GALLERY-EMBED

Czinger Miami Unveils One-Off 21C VMax in "Royal Venom" at DRIVEN at The Abbey

By Edward Jones – May 06, 2026

Czinger Miami Unveils One-Off 21C VMax at DRIVEN at The Abbey

On the morning of Saturday, May 2, 2026, beneath the promenades of The Abbey at Aventura, the inaugural edition of DRIVEN at The Abbey announced itself with the kind of moment that defines a marquee event. As the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix weekend ignited South Florida, a partnership of three premier brands, Turnberry Associates, duPont REGISTRY Group, and Prestige Imports, opened the doors on a new luxury automotive lifestyle series at the open-air destination adjacent to Aventura Mall. The morning's centerpiece, a one-of-one Czinger 21C VMax revealed by Czinger Miami, ensured the debut would not be forgotten. GALLERY-EMBED Finished in a bespoke hue named "Royal Venom," the hypercar emerged against the contemporary architecture of Aventura. The shade, drawn from Czinger's Liquid series, is a deep purple applied in successive layers to coax forth a pearlescent finish that shifts dramatically with every angle of light. The colorway is a deliberate homage to the original Divergent Blade, the very first demonstrator of Czinger's Bio-Logic engineered components and the genesis of everything that followed. What truly distinguishes this 21C VMax, however, lies just beneath its skin. This commission stands as the only 21C ever produced with its Bio-Logic components anodized in gold, a quietly spectacular flourish that elevates the car's structural artistry into the realm of fine jewelry. Gilded threads run throughout the cockpit as well, where rich purple leathers and contrast stitching are paired with hand-finished detailing in tonal harmony. Satin champagne anodization carries the theme outward, gracing the interior trim, select engine bay and subframe components, and the bespoke two-piece carbon wheels. Each surface has been considered as part of a single, sweeping design narrative. This depth of personalization was executed inside Area 21, Czinger's bespoke commissioning sanctum, where every element of the machine is curated into a singular, irreplaceable expression of the owner's vision. GALLERY-EMBED That owner is RLS Collection, whose stewardship of this 21C VMax adds a singular chapter to one of America's most discerning private collections. The car represents one of only 80 examples that will ever exist across the entire 21C production run. For DRIVEN at The Abbey, the reveal was nothing less than a statement of intent. The series was conceived to redefine collector culture in Miami by uniting placemaking, hospitality, and the world's most evocative machinery. By staging this unveiling at its inaugural gathering, Turnberry, duPont REGISTRY, and Prestige Imports made plain that DRIVEN intends to be the marquee setting for moments collectors will recount for years to come. To get the latest news on this extraordinary new event, be sure to click the button below. Sign Up Images by "Photo by Mikey B"

By Charles Bradley – May 06, 2026

Villa La Massa Excellence Returns with a Celebration of the Supercar Era

Set against the timeless backdrop of Tuscany, the fourth edition of Villa La Massa Excellence will once again bring the world’s most captivating modern supercars into a setting defined by heritage, refinement, and exclusivity. Taking place from October 16 to 18, 2026, the prestigious concours d’elegance transforms the storied grounds of Villa La Massa into a curated stage for the finest automotive expressions from the 1990s to the present day – held in collaboration with Canossa, part of duPont REGISTRY Group. More than a showcase of speed and design, Villa La Massa Excellence is a celebration of the supercar as a cultural artifact – machines that redefine aesthetic and technological standards while capturing the imagination of collectors and enthusiasts alike. From youngtimers and contemporary icons to hypercars, racing models, concept cars, and one-offs, the event offers a comprehensive look at the last 35 years of automotive innovation. Restomods – reimagined classics infused with modern engineering – add another dimension to the carefully selected field. Organized in collaboration with Canossa, part of duPont REGISTRY Group's extensive portfolio of curated luxury automotive experiences, the concours continues to build on the success of its previous editions. Its connection to the renowned Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d’Este reinforces its standing within the global concours calendar. Both events belong to the Villa d’Este Hotels – La Collezione portfolio, offering complementary perspectives: Lake Como honors pre-war and historic automobiles, while Florence celebrates the modern era’s most influential creations. At the heart of the weekend is the competition itself, where a panel of distinguished judges from the worlds of design, art, heritage, and sport will evaluate each entry. The coveted Villa La Massa Golden Cup remains the ultimate prize, alongside the People’s Choice award and the distinctive Future Choice accolade – selected by a jury of children and teenagers, underscoring the event’s commitment to cultivating the next generation of automotive tastemakers. New for 2026, the program expands beyond the concours lawn with a parade at the legendary Mugello Circuit. Scheduled for Sunday, this dynamic addition brings these extraordinary machines onto the track, blending elegance with performance in a setting synonymous with Italian motorsport passion. Yet, as with any truly exceptional gathering, the experience extends far beyond the cars. Guests are immersed in a world of elevated hospitality, from the manicured gardens and Medici-era architecture of Villa La Massa to a gala dinner and awards ceremony hosted at Palazzo Portinari Salviati. Here, automotive excellence meets culinary artistry and cultural sophistication in equal measure. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Villa La Massa itself is central to the event’s allure. With just 54 rooms and suites spread across six villas, a ten-hectare riverside park, and a wellness offering that includes the Arno SPA housed within ancient wine cellars, it delivers an intimate, highly curated environment tailored to an elite international audience. As Villa La Massa Excellence continues to evolve, it reinforces its position as a defining platform for modern collector cars – where craftsmanship, performance, and luxury converge. In doing so, it offers not just a concours, but a fully realized lifestyle experience, one that captures the enduring appeal of the supercar era in its most refined form.

By duPont REGISTRY – April 29, 2026

Dive Into The World Of Exclusivity, Cars, And Comradery With Fast Lane Drive

What began in 2018 as a small gathering of like-minded visionaries navigating the sun-drenched curves of Rancho Santa Fe has evolved into something far greater than anyone could have anticipated. Fast Lane Drive is now recognized as the world's largest exotic car club, a members-only sanctuary where a deep passion for exceptional automobiles meets genuine human connection, purposeful philanthropy, and a lifestyle that most can only dream about. Founded by Clément Connor and Giovanni Letellier, Fast Lane Drive was built on a simple but powerful premise: that the people who love extraordinary cars deserve an equally extraordinary community in which to celebrate them. What started as six friends, a handful of supercars, and an open road has since blossomed into a global network spanning 25 chapters across the United States, and Europe, with more than 2,000 members united by a shared and uncompromising appreciation for the finest machines ever engineered. GALLERY-EMBED Membership is extended by invitation and application only, a deliberate and considered philosophy that preserves the intimacy, quality, and distinguished character of every experience the club curates. Prospective members are reviewed by the board of directors, personally interviewed, and welcomed by majority vote — a process designed not to restrict, but to cultivate a community of exceptional individuals. The result is a remarkable constellation of entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and collectors who bring as much to the table as they take from it. The lifestyle Fast Lane Drive offers is as richly varied as its membership. Monthly experiences bring together an extraordinary range of occasions, from scenic group drives along the country's most celebrated roads to track days, private yacht outings, mansion soirées, chef-driven dinners, and Formula 1 hospitality at the highest level. A bespoke member app connects the global community, offering curated event calendars, member profiles, an exclusive luxury marketplace, and privileges that extend across every chapter worldwide. Whether in Los Angeles or Monaco, the Fast Lane Drive experience is always within reach. GALLERY-EMBED What truly elevates Fast Lane Drive above every other club of its kind, however, is its profound and unwavering commitment to giving back. Philanthropy is not a footnote here. It is woven into the very soul of the organization. Five percent of all club profits are directed to charitable causes chosen by member vote, ensuring the community's generosity is always guided by those who care most deeply. To date, Fast Lane Drive has raised over $3 million for organizations across the country, championing causes ranging from children's health and foster care to environmental conservation and disaster relief. It is a legacy as impressive as any car in its fleet. Now, Fast Lane Drive celebrates its 8th Anniversary, and the occasion calls for something truly worthy of the milestone. THE 8TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: MAY 15–17, 2026 | LOS ANGELES Over three magnificent days in Los Angeles, members from chapters spanning the globe will convene to honor eight years of this extraordinary journey. Los Angeles, with its iconic roads, world-class venues, and singular energy, offers the perfect stage for a celebration of this magnitude and distinction. Friday, May 15 opens the weekend with an arrival that befits the occasion, as some of the world's most coveted automobiles descend upon the city. A supercar convoy making its entrance from Las Vegas signals immediately that this is no ordinary gathering. Saturday, May 16 is where the heart of the celebration beats loudest. Fast Lane Drive's signature blend of curated drives, immersive experiences, and the effortless, authentic camaraderie that has defined the club since its earliest days takes center stage. The roads of Los Angeles will carry a story worth remembering long after the weekend fades. Sunday, May 17 brings this landmark celebration to a close in a manner befitting eight years of brotherhood, sisterhood, and an enduring love for the extraordinary machines that first united this community. A final gathering that honors the journey and casts an eager eye toward an even more remarkable future. This is more than an anniversary. It is a celebration of what becomes possible when passion, purpose, and the right people find one another. Eight years in, Fast Lane Drive is only just beginning. Spaces are limited, and this event is exclusive to members and invited guests. To learn more about how you can apply to be a part of Fast Lane Drive, be sure to click the button below. Visit FastLaneDrive.com

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