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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

A modern espresso machine with a milk frother, perfect for any office barista, accompanied by a glass of iced coffee and a glass of layered latte on saucers.

By Sponsored Article – September 18, 2025

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A woman walks beside a vintage brown Maserati parked by a waterfront, with colorful buildings and hills in the background, embodying the elegance of Acqua di Parma’s new collection.

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 16, 2025

Maserati x Acqua di Parma Launch New Collection

Maserati expresses its unique Italian luxury through scent. Maserati’s vehicles are known for their combination of gorgeous design, compelling performance, and decidedly Italian luxury, with a signature approach to executing driving joy that has captivated fans and owners. Now, a new collaboration with another established name in Italian luxury has added a new facet to Maserati’s proud Italian heritage and rich history, and that is its new partnership with Acqua di Parma, a famed Italian fragrance house known for its luxuriously crafted scents. Combining their ‘Made in Italy’ legacies, the new Acqua di Parma x Maserati collection bears a theme of ‘The Art of Travel,’ embodying the inspiration of Italy’s natural beauty in Acqua di Parma’s fragrances and the grand touring excellence of Maserati’s most iconic vehicles. The collection includes a bespoke Andiamo Car Diffuser, finished in the fragrance house’s iconic yellow with Acqua di Parma’s logo and Maserati’s Trident, along with a Passepartout Leather Charm with a 12ml Colonia Eau de Cologne, and the Art of Travel Coffret, which comes in Acqua di Parma’s iconic hat box. Inside the Coffret, the Andiamo Car Diffuser comes with a Luce di Colonia refill and a set of special nappa leather driving gloves. The diffuser easily attaches to a ventilation grill, allowing for gorgeous scent to be dispersed throughout the interior when the ventilation system is on. Only 100 Coffrets will be made, which will be available at Acqua di Parma boutiques in Milan, Rome, Saint-Tropez, and Paris. Meanwhile, the car diffuser will be made available at Maserati showrooms and online. Enhancing everyday journeys with Acqua di Parma’s venerated fragrances and Maserati’s signature automotive luxury, two Italian icons are coming together in this very special collaboration. Shop Acqua di Parma Image Source: Maserati

Close-up view of a red and yellow Ferrari race car from the Amalgam Collection, highlighting the cockpit, exposed engine components, and number 51 on the door.

By Kris Clewell – September 05, 2025

Petrolicious Film Friday: Amalgam Collection’s Amazing Mi...

Petrolicious, the creator of quality, original films and articles for classic car enthusiasts, has released its latest video, featuring the amazing miniature world of the Amalgam Collection. Petrolicious celebrates the inventions, the personalities, and the aesthetics that ignite a collective lust for great automotive machines, and it seeks to inform, entertain, and inspire its community of aficionados and pique the interest of those who have been missing out. Today, Petrolicious takes up the story... Attention to detail threads through everything we build and everything we care about. Sometimes it is survival. Get it wrong and people do not come home. Engines, bridges, airplanes, race cars: their margin for error is measured in lives. Other times detail is not about necessity at all, but about love. A polished bolt head tucked away, a stitch sewn straight, a wooden surface sanded smooth. Small gestures that say you were there, that you cared, even if no one ever sees it. Passion is where Amalgam Collection works. Founder Sandy Copeman put it plainly: “Car design right from the beginning has majorly been about the design, the appearance, the experience of the car, and we’re capturing that in a model.” Capturing means more than shrink-wrapping a shape. “We make, immodestly, the finest model cars in the world,” Copeman says. “Many of the models that we make are bespoke for owners, and those are incredibly personal to them.” To be personal, they must be exact. A Ferrari 499P or Maserati 250F might be represented by more than 2,000 separate parts, each researched, modeled, painted, and finished until the eye stops asking questions. For modern cars, the process begins with CAD files direct from the manufacturers. “That’s a really major advantage,” Copeman explains. “We’ve got accurate, specific data for the car. We may have to choose a race, or we might have to choose a specification that we want to model for a road car.” For classics, Amalgam goes further. The team scans real cars, digs through archives, and collects period photography until they have a complete picture. From that mass of information, they create their own digital model of every component. From there, the artistry begins. Wheels are CNC-machined from aluminum. Paints are mixed to the same specifications used at the factory. Carbon fiber and wood finishes are recreated with special printing so the patterns look right at scale. Leather cannot simply be cut down, because the grain balloons out of proportion. “If you were to make a wide scale seat out of leather, it looked like it had giant elephant sized pores in the skin and the grain is just completely over scale,” Copeman says. “It looks more like a Barbie doll effect than a fine model.” Amalgam has been at it since the mid-1990s, starting with Jordan Grand Prix and Williams before striking up a lasting partnership with Ferrari in 1999. That relationship has grown to the point where, as Copeman puts it, “We now make every road car that Ferrari produces. The most powerful object that they can offer a customer other than the car itself is a really beautiful model of the car.” The company now works out of Bristol in the UK, Hungary, and China, with a staff of artisans who understand that scale does not mean shortcut. A model can take months to build, and the result is not a toy but a precise record of a machine in time. The attention to detail is what gives these models their weight. It is not about scale or novelty, but about capturing the spirit of the car so that it feels whole even when it is eight times smaller.

A group of people stand and converse in a car showroom next to a red Ferrari, their wishes in motion as evening light streams through large windows showing cars and trees outside.

By Sponsored Article – August 27, 2025

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A bottle of Glenfiddich 16-year-old single malt Scotch whisky, inspired by Aston Martin’s new Formula 1 Team Scotch Whisky, with its cylindrical box and a glass of whisky on a white tray against a green background.

By Michael Van Runkle – August 17, 2025

Tasted: Aston Martin’s New Formula 1 Team Scotch Whisky b...

Rather than unveiling a new ultra-exclusive model at Monterey Car Week this year, Aston Martin instead took the opportunity to announce a new spirits partnership with the Scotch distillery Glenfiddich. The initial press preview revealed a whisky almost as exclusive as Aston’s Valhalla hypercar, a 48-year-old European oak sherry cask expression limited to just 50 bottles worldwide. But alongside this collector’s edition, Glenfiddich also plans to release a more accessible—and drinkable—scotch to celebrate the official partnership with the Aston Martin F1 team, a 16-year-old single malt bedecked in the race team’s iconic dark Almond Green label. Ahead of the announcement, Aston invited me to the brand’s customer hospitality house on the Monterey Peninsula to taste Glenfiddich’s latest lineup. And where most promotional efforts of this type tend to rely on brand-name recognition rather than quality, I can confidently report that the 16-year-old F1 bottle actually stood out as my favorite bottle. Other than, of course, the capstone of a 30-year-old dram known as “Suspended time” due to not just the bottle’s presentation but also the sheer complexity of a whiskey that’s been aged for so long. Glenfiddich’s enviable reputation as one of the Scotch industry’s only family-owned distilleries goes a long way toward explaining why the F1 bottle might be a fan favorite. The company’s 12-year-old is actually the best-selling single malt on the planet, but certainly lacks some of the maturity of older bottlings aged in a mix of various casks—a process that Glenfiddich actually pioneered decades ago. Sure, finding the 12-year-old at any corner liquor store might be easy. But stepping up to just the 14-yo makes a huge difference, adding hints of spice thanks to a finishing process that relies on American oak casks. A 15-year-old Solera vat-style Scotch from Glenfiddich adds multiple different whiskies from various years, in a similar fashion to a sourdough starter—the oldest hailing from back in 1983. More accurately, this method borrowed from Spanish sherry bodegas only lets a vat reach half empty (or is it half full) before another batch of later 15-year-old new mash is mixed in. The resulting whisky remains dry and light, but with a surprising depth of character to the finish. I also sampled the Glenfiddich 18, a more refined and quintessential Speyside region age statement that rolls over the tongue as smooth as butter, as well as a 21-year-old bottle finished in Caribbean rum casks that add hints of plantain and caramel to the palate. The 23-year-old Grand Cru, meanwhile, borrows casks from the Champagne region of France, which results in a buttery smoothness almost reminiscent of a California Chardonnay. But among the lineup, I kept returning to the Aston Martin F1 bottle. Despite a relatively young age statement of just 16 years, the combination of American oak, bourbon, and wine casks produces a delicate hint of brown sugar contrasted by clear fruits and mild maple syrup texture despite the 43% ABV strength. The taste of blackcurrants then lingered on for a few minutes, which only made me a bit more—ahem—thirsty to try another pour. This new partnership for Aston leaves the Islay-based distillery Bowmore behind, which I can admit comes as something of an unfortunate announcement, given how much that partnership appeared to reach full maturity with a truly peppy cask-strength 22-year-old that I tasted just late last year. But marketing efforts for both Aston Martin, the car company, and the F1 team make sense for a team-up with the world’s largest Scotch distillery. Expect to see the new label on liquor store shelves starting in September. And at just $75 per bottle, the new 16-year-old manages to simultaneously impress with flavor, refinement, and value, a true rarity in today’s increasingly excessive Scotch industry. View All Aston Martins For Sale Source: Michael Van Runkle, Glenfiddich

By Khris Bharath – August 14, 2025

British Icons Unite at Monterey: Aston Martin and Glenfid...

Aston Martin and Glenfiddich have made a bold statement at the 2025 Monterey Car Week. Two of Great Britain’s most celebrated brands are joining forces in a global partnership that builds upon Glenfiddich’s work with the Aston Martin Formula One Team, which is now expanding into lifestyle and luxury experiences. At the heart of this collaboration is a rare release, Glenfiddich’s 1976 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, aged 48 years and finished in a hand-selected European oak sherry cask. Malt Master Brian Kinsman has personally curated the cask. “This exceptional cask was not selected for its vintage year alone, but for the era it represents; the transformative mid-1970s, a defining period that marked the beginning of Glenfiddich’s modern era and helped shape the whisky’s character for generations to come. The whisky matured in a refill sherry cask before being moved into a 100 litre (26.41 gallons) European oak sherry cask built by one of our coopers.” - Brian Kinsman, Malt Master at Glenfiddich. The mid-1970s, of course, marked a transformative period for both brands. Glenfiddich modernized its production and introduced the iconic stag’s head, whereas Aston Martin was redefining design and performance at the time, in the wake of Bond cars and coach-built specials. If you’ve ever wondered what decades of craftsmanship taste like, the 1976 Single Malt offers a clear answer. Glenfiddich describes it as follows: on the nose, you’ll find red berry sweetness, soft spices, and crumbly butter pastry. The palate layers dry oak tannins, stewed fruits, and toasted wood. The finish lingers with sweet oak spice that sticks with you. Stefano Saporetti, Aston Martin’s Director of Brand Diversification, highlighted the potential for immersive experiences, and if you follow the luxury space closely, this raises a question: how far will collaborations like this shape the way you experience premium brands? If you’re attending Monterey this year, besides checking out the spectacular lineup of Aston Martin sports cars and supercars on display, including the new Thrillseeker Collection, make sure to also stop by The House of Aston Martin to savor this unique collaboration. If you want a bottle, do note that the Glenfiddich 1976 will be available exclusively through The Distillers Library and The Glenfiddich Distillery, with worldwide availability limited to just 50 bottles. View All Aston Martins For Sale Source: Aston Martin / Glenfiddich

A man in a white t-shirt and jeans stands in front of three high-performance Porsche sports cars, including a Carrera GT, on a racetrack with a chain-link fence—capturing the essence of speed and style like a tribute capsule collection.

By Khris Bharath – July 28, 2025

Carrera GT Turns 25: Porsche and Arthur Kar To Drop A Tri...

It’s been 25 years since the Porsche Carrera GT prototype first stunned the world with its carbon-clad body and V10 power. Now, in 2025, the car that once redefined the supercar formula is back in the spotlight, not on the pavement, but in fabric and thread. Porsche has once again reunited with Arthur Kar, the Paris-based creative behind L’Art de L’Automobile, to launch a limited-edition capsule collection celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Carrera GT. The drop lands in September, and if the past is any indicator, it won’t last long. Kar’s vision for the CGT fuses motorsport purity with streetwear energy, translating the Carrera GT’s essence into garments and accessories that are a tribute to speed, design, and rebellion. But this story runs deeper than clothes, and Kar, this one’s personal. “Since it launched, the Carrera GT has always been my favorite car. It’s not just a machine, it’s a totem of innovation, design, and pure emotion.” - Arthur Kar. He’s not wrong because the Carrera GT wasn’t just another halo supercar, but a symbol of Porsche’s survival instinct. Rewind to the turn of the millennium, more specifically, the Paris Motor Show, September 28, 2000. That’s when Porsche stunned the world with a silver prototype that came together in just four months. The car on the stand? A carbon-bodied V10 concept built around a shelved Le Mans engine and racecar technology. The prototype, engineered under Horst Marchart and styled by designer Harm Lagaay, and dynamics honed by none other than two-time world rally champion and works driver, Walter Röhrl, was never meant to be a production car. But demand was immediate and overwhelming. That urgency also came at a time when Porsche needed it most. In the early 1990s, Porsche was in trouble. Sales were down, the lineup was aging, and the company was bleeding cash, and they even began building cars for other automakers: hence the Mercedes-Benz 500E and Audi RS2 Avant. But a few key projects turned the tide for the German marque: the first-generation Boxster and the water-cooled 996-generation 911, and the Cayenne SUV. These models helped modernize the brand and stabilize its finances, and without their success, there would have been no Carrera GT. That new momentum, paired with the unexpected popularity of the Carrera GT prototype, gave Porsche the confidence to eventually greenlight what many today consider the last analog supercar of all time, for series production. The final production version of the Carrera GT, unveiled in 2003 and built in Leipzig, was essentially a road-legal racecar. It featured a 5.7-liter V10 producing 612 horsepower, a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, inboard pushrod suspension, ceramic brakes, and a clutch that bordered on brutal. No paddle shifters, no traction control would also earn it the reputation for being a modern-day ‘widow-maker’, a title that was famously given to the 930 Turbo. Just raw, mechanical purity complemented by a beachwood shifter for the six-speed manual gearbox, harking back to the 917 racecar. While it demanded skill, it rewarded and continues to reward drivers with raw feedback and an otherworldly howl from its high-revving V10 powerplant. All said and done, with modern-day bespoke tires that Porsche developed with Michelin last year, the CGT is safer than ever before. Arthur Kar gets that, and his connection to Porsche goes way back. Born in Lebanon and raised in Paris, Kar started as a mechanic at Sonauto Levallois, Porsche’s Paris dealership. “Arthur brings a singular creative vision to everything he touches. He understands Porsche not just as a carmaker, but as a cultural force.” Stefan Buescher, CEO of the Porsche Lifestyle Group. He later launched L’Art de L’Automobile in 2012 as a rare car dealership, then parlayed its cult following into a fashion label in 2017. His past collaborations with Porsche, like the 968 L’Art in 2021 and the Tokyo capsule in 2023, blurred the lines between art, performance, and street style. Now, with the Carrera GT capsule, Kar is turning nostalgia into wearable art. View All Porsche Carrera GTs For Sale Source: Porsche

Person in a beige trench coat stands beside a blue convertible car, holding an Elemis London shopping bag.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 11, 2025

Aston Martin Names ELEMIS As Official Skincare Partner

Aston Martin arrives at the intersection of automotive luxury and self care. Celebrated for over a century for its genre-defining British luxury performance vehicles, Aston Martin has risen beyond being simply an automotive manufacturer, becoming an aspirational household name for dream cars, a pop culture icon, and the center of a curated lifestyle and aesthetic, with its name even behind the design of luxury residences. Now, Aston Martin has stretched its respected reputation for luxury even further, announcing the iconic London-based luxury skincare brand ELEMIS as its official skincare partner. The newly-minted partnership brings together two renowned British brands, both known for excellence, innovation, and luxury in their respective spaces, and their collaborations will include premium ELEMIS skincare experiences at Aston Martin’s events and flagship locations. Representing two ends of the spectrum of luxury lifestyle, Aston Martin’s vehicles provide thrill and adrenaline-fueled high performance, while ELEMIS expertise in self-care caters to those looking for relaxation and rejuvenation, and both brands sport sophistication and British heritage. Debuting at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, the new partnership between Aston Martin and ELEMIS brings both household names further into the luxury stratosphere. View All Aston Martin For Sale Image Source: Aston Martin

A blue, white, and red Odyssey Hat by melin with a round NASCAR-inspired racing patch on the front, featuring checkered flags and the number 42, resting on a white surface.

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 09, 2025

melin Releases A Limited-Edition Odyssey Hat With NASCAR ...

As temperatures heat up this summer, so does melin's collection of creative collaborations, this time teaming up once again with NASCAR Cup Series driver John Hunter Nemechek for a patriotic summer edition of the Odyssey Mindset HYDRO. Known for his no-nonsense approach on and off the track, Nemechek is back with another signature release following his "Strictly Business" design, only now trading a blacked-out colorway for a red, white, and blue style that's all about summertime motorsport spirit. It's a fitting nod to Nemechek's roots and his current ride behind the wheel of the #42 Toyota Camry XSE for Legacy Motor Club. With 11 Xfinity Series wins and 13 in the Truck Series, the 27-year-old racer brings serious momentum and style to his growing collection of melin models. Built to handle everything from pit lane to poolside, the new Odyssey Mindset HYDRO is wrapped in a water-resistant exterior, sweat-proof interior, and that same comfort-first fit melin is known for. On the inside, Nemechek's racing influence shines through with hand-drawn details like personal JH logos, while the outside sports a fresh patriotic colorway and the words "All Throttle, All The Time, Chasin' Clear Air" front and center. Every hat comes with a matching drawstring sack, perfect for stashing on race day or during a long weekend getaway. Casual race fans and collectors can shop the new limited-edition melin x John Hunter Nemechek hat by clicking the link below. Shop Now View this post on Instagram A post shared by melin (@melin) Source: melin

A man wearing sunglasses and a black leather jacket sits on the hood of a blue vintage Porsche, featured in the duPont REGISTRY 2025 Father's Day Gift Guide, parked outside a modern house with palm trees.

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 11, 2025

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