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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 Jordan Aquistapace – March 17, 2026

World-Premiere Yachts Headline Palm Beach Boat Show 2026

Every March, West Palm Beach shifts into full marine mode as the Palm Beach International Boat Show rolls into town. The docks and waterfront fill with more than 55,000 visitors wandering through a floating showcase of the latest yacht and superyacht designs, alongside sportfishing boats, cruisers, center consoles, inflatables, and just about every marine accessory imaginable. This year is no different, as boat builders, brands, and attendees gear up for what's looking to be one of the most promising events yet. In addition to all the marine madness, the week is packed with experiences for all to enjoy, from curated culinary delights from local chefs to hands-on fishing clinics and seminars, and everything in between. In anticipation of the 2026 Palm Beach International Boat Show, from March 25th to 29th, the marine world is already getting teasers for some of the big world debuts, from 130ft+ superyachts designed with 5-star amenities, to modern day cruisers with plenty of power to explore the open waters. Guests can expect world premieres from industry leaders like Marani, Galeon, Denison Yachting, Numarine, Sunreef, and so many others. Explore some of the upcoming highlights at the Palm Beach International Boat Show and get your tickets by scrolling below. Buy Tickets Manari Yachts 52 World Debut New Miami-based brand Manari Yachts will host the world premiere of their first yacht, Manari 52, one of the fastest Volvo IPS-powered 52-foot yachts ever built. Discover Manari Yachts Galeon Yachts 520 Fly World Premiere The 520 FLY represents the latest advancement in Galeon’s flybridge collection, reflecting decades of in-house craftsmanship and the distinctive exterior styling of Tony Castro. Discover Galeon Yachts Santasevera 52 & 42 Double Debut The Italian shipyard makes its PBIBS entry with two models designed by Francesco Guida. The show marks the first appearance of the Santasevera 52, a 16m open cruiser embodying Mediterranean elegance, alongside the highly anticipated official US debut of the Santasevera 42. Discover Santasevera Yacht Numarine 40MXP World Debut Numarine will host the world premiere of the 40MXP superyacht. The 40-metre flagship represents the latest evolution of the shipyard's Mediterranean-focused explorer platform. Discover Numarine Alia Yachts 43M Ximena World Debut The 43m full-custom Ximena, a sharp, performance-driven superyacht by Alia Yachts, will make her world debut at the show. Visitors will have the opportunity to step aboard and experience firsthand the latest addition to the shipyard’s growing fleet of bespoke superyachts. Discover Alia Yachts Sirena 60 U.S. Debut After her success at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, the Sirena 60 will now make her first public appearance in the U.S., bringing her refined design and long-range cruising capability to American owners. Discover Sirena Yachts Grand Banks 70th Anniversary Grand Banks Yachts is celebrating its 70th Anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of boatbuilding innovation that has shaped the modern power cruising yacht. The milestone celebration will officially kick off at PBIBS. Discover Grand Banks Yachts Sunreef ULTIMA 88 Unveiling Sunreef Yachts will officially introduce the new Brand Ambassador and share the story behind this collaboration. The spotlight will also be placed on the Sunreef ULTIMA 88, the model personally selected by the Ambassador. Discover Sunreef Yachts Maritimo M50 North American Debut With the introduction of the M50, Maritimo signals a decisive return to this highly desirable size range that it has dominated for more than 20 years. Discover Maritimo Americas

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 13, 2026

PUMA Unveils Ferrari CHN GP Pack for Chinese Grand Prix

With the first Formula 1 Grand Prix of the season in the books, teams and drivers have already packed up and arrived at the Shanghai International Circuit for the next stop on the calendar: the Chinese Grand Prix. Vibes are high in the Scuderia Ferrari paddock, both for Charles Leclerc securing P2 in Melbourne and for the debut of its new team and fanwear collection created especially for Chinese Tifosi.At its core, the 2026 PUMA Scuderia Ferrari HP CHN GP PACK celebrates Ferrari’s racing DNA. For decades, Scuderia Ferrari has represented relentless competition, legendary engineering, and the unmistakable symbolism of the Italian Prancing Horse. With this latest drop, PUMA channels that identity into wearable motorsport streetwear, with elevated replicas of official team apparel that mirror what you’d see trackside during a Formula 1 race weekend.Visually, the collection feels modern while remaining rooted in motorsport heritage. Fluid gradient graphics run throughout the apparel, where deep blue transitions into Ferrari’s iconic Rosso Corsa red. The effect captures the sense of motion that echoes the blur of an SF-26 passing at full speed. The collection also showcases exclusive replica caps inspired by Scuderia Ferrari HP drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. Each features driver-specific details with Ferrari’s signature red and yellow palette, while the golden Prancing Horse shield on the brim reinforces it as official team gear. Gear up for the next stop on the Formula One schedule and root on Scuderia Ferrari to victory with these exclusive pieces. Shop PUMA x Scuderia Ferrari

By Sponsored Article – March 13, 2026

Why You May Not Really Be “Accessing” Private Markets

By Crowd Street. You may be hearing about the expansion of private markets everywhere these days. Most of the time, people are talking about 401(k)s. In May 2025, Empower announced it would begin allowing private assets in some of the 401(k) plans it manages. 1 And in August 2025, President Trump signed an executive order to expand these offerings. 2 These headlines sound big, but read the fine print and you’ll find these plans don’t necessarily hand you the steering wheel as a private markets investor. Most 401(k) offerings will come through managed accounts. Translation: you generally don’t pick the fund, and you don’t choose the assets. 3 Some call this “access.” It’s really “access with caveats.” Even if your 401(k) includes private assets, you’re probably not investing on your own terms. Fortunately, 401(k)s aren’t the only new way to invest in private markets. Let’s unpack these recent changes — and the other options investors have today. Why Is Access to Private Markets Expanding? First, a bit of background: what exactly are private markets, and why is there a push to expand access to them? “Private” — also called “alternative” — refers to any asset not traded on a public exchange. The most familiar categories are private equity, private credit, and commercial real estate. Historically, access to these assets was limited to ultra-wealthy and institutional investors, such as endowments, pensions, and sovereign wealth funds. 4 That’s begun to change, including through these new 401(k) products. Over the past two decades, private assets have grown to represent a much larger share of the economy. Nearly nine in ten companies with at least $100 million in annual revenue are now privately held. 5 And these private companies have outperformed their public market counterparts over 5-, 10-, 15-, and 20-year periods. 6 Source: PitchBook, Q1 2025 North America PitchBook Benchmarks Report, Data as of March 31, 2025. Data represents equal weighted horizon IRRs. All public index values are total return CAGRs. All private capital returns are net of fees and accrued carry. Past performance does not guarantee future performance. The performance of private assets has prompted efforts to open them to more investors. Many individuals are eager to allocate to the same fast-growing segment of the economy that many institutions and the ultra-wealthy have long invested in.7 The question now is how best to make that happen. Is “Access” Still Access If You Don’t Have Control? A common assumption is that individual investors want access to private markets, but not the work of studying them or managing their allocations. Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo Global Management, made this point during a recent CNBC segment. Asked how investors would approach private assets, Rowan replied, “Do [investors] actually do the work? I don’t think so.”8 That view is reflected in many of the expected 401(k) offerings. As The Wall Street Journal notes, “If an employer decides to allow private investments in its plan, a managed-accounts adviser will determine how much of each investor’s portfolio to allocate to them.”9 Is “access” really access if it doesn’t come with control? Crowd Street doesn’t think so. A Different Path for Retirement Investors For investors who want to allocate retirement capital to private assets, managed 401(k) accounts aren’t the only path. A longstanding and increasingly popular option is the self-directed IRA, or SDIRA. With an SDIRA, investors can access private companies, real estate, and other alternative assets on their own terms. It’s often described as “hands-on control” over retirement savings.10 These accounts allow investors to diversify beyond the traditional mix of stocks and bonds while maintaining direct involvement in their allocations, rather than deferring to a managed account provider. How Crowd Street Keeps Investors in Control For more than a decade, Crowd Street has enabled individuals to invest in alternative assets. If there’s one thing the company has learned in that time, it’s that most investors do the work. They want to review opportunities, study materials, and make choices that reflect their goals and risk tolerance. That’s why, as Crowd Street expanded its private market offerings, it kept control front and center. The platform enables investors to participate in individual deals and managed funds, either directly or through self-directed IRAs. That combination of access and control is one of the ways to invest like institutions do. And it’s what makes Crowd Street the home for self-directed investors in the private markets. Visit crowdstreet.com to discover more. 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By Jordan Aquistapace – March 13, 2026

The Porsche 917 Immortalized in Concrete by Dos Santos Collective

Art comes in all forms, from hyperrealistic prints that capture every meticulous detail to more abstract works that require a bit of thought. Regardless of taste and popularity, it's the process and what draws you in that prove most fascinating. For passionate automotive enthusiasts, cars are like rolling works of art, both vintage and modern; they represent a certain era, style, and nostalgic factor. For Louis Dos Santos Jr. (@dossantoscollective), both worlds intertwine in his San Diego studio, where some of the most iconic automobiles serve as inspiration for his concrete sculptures. Some of his most popular works include timeless silhouettes of the Ferrari F40, Porsche 911 Turbo, BMW E30, and so many others.As part of his latest release, Dos Santos Collective is partnering with Petrolicious to offer a small-scale concrete model of the legendary Porsche 917, available exclusively on Petrolicious. Few race cars sit closer to the heart of Porsche purists than the Porsche 917. Born in an era when endurance racing pushed both drivers and their cars to the limit, it helped cement (no pun intended) Porsche as a force in motorsports while showcasing one of the most unforgettable shapes the sport has ever seen. Even decades later, the 917’s long, flowing bodywork feels less like a race car and more like a rolling sculpture, especially in this case, which is exactly why it inspired Louis to immortalize it as art.As if having your own, hand-poured cement Porsche wasn’t enticing enough, the first 100 buyers will also receive a limited-edition numbered plaque that doubles as the base for the 917 model. The concrete base is designed to evoke a section of the race track where Porsche Motorsport brought the 917 to life and continues to honor its legacy, and it’s inscribed with “xxx/100” and “Chassis 917-022.” Whether you’re a die-hard Porsche fanatic who remembers watching the 917 on track or purely an art buff with an appreciation for design, check out Dos Santos Collective on Petrolicious by clicking the link below. Petrolicious x Dos Santos Collective

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 12, 2026

Girard-Perregaux Debuts Its New $590K Minute Repeater

It’s easy to get lost in intricate dial and case designs, but the true craftsmanship of watchmaking lies in the art of the movement, often conceived and engineered from scratch by an in-house team of expert horologists. At Girard-Perregaux, that focus continues to drive the brand as it's proud to introduce its newest watch and third benchmark caliber in only 6 months, the Minute Repeater Flying Bridges.This openworked calibre packs a minute repeater, a tourbillon, and a self-winding micro-rotor into a single movement. Housed within a 46mm Pink Gold case, with a sapphire crystal that offers a front-to-back view, the GP9530 remains the main focus of this monumental release. With 475 components and nearly 440 hours required for assembly and decoration, it’s a quiet reminder of how obsessive mechanical watchmaking can be.Girard-Perregaux approached the minute repeater with acoustics as the starting point. The titanium plate and bridges help vibrations travel more efficiently through the movement, while the mainplate is secured directly to the case to help transmit those vibrations outward. In practical terms, that means the tiny hammers striking the gongs have a clearer stage to perform on. The openworked layout also plays a role. Beyond looking cool, the skeletonized design gives the sound more room to move around inside the case, letting the repeater’s chime ring out with minimal obstruction.Visually, the GP9530 is a modern take on the three-bridge layout made famous by La Esmeralda back in the 1800s. And that’s really the charm of the GP9530. In an era when many watches focus heavily on nostalgia, Girard-Perregaux continues to experiment with how classic complications can be presented. A minute repeater and a tourbillon might be traditional, but here they’re packaged in a way that feels super modern.

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 11, 2026

Porsche x Bonpoint: 911 Style for the Next Generation

For many passionate car enthusiasts, the fascination with all things automotive begins at a young age, often with toy cars and scale models that eventually evolve into a love for the real, full-size machines. It’s a story I know well—collecting 1:18 scale models of my favorite cars and stuffing my backpack with a duPont REGISTRY magazine, never realizing it would eventually lead to turning a dream into reality. Today, manufacturers like Porsche understand that those curious children are the future of their brand, which is why they recently collaborated with Bonpoint to curate a limited-edition capsule collection of children's clothes and accessories inspired by the 911.The collection focuses on subtle, comfortable styles for both boys and girls, all sporting the iconic silhouette of Porsche’s most famed model in some fashion. The lineup includes pieces like the Edric Polo, Christopher Jacket, Daho Shirt, Loxley Sweater, and Thibald T-Shirt. Accessories like the Porsche Key Ring, Lande Bag, Arnold Cap, and Cayati Scarf complete the look. To celebrate the launch of this legendary collaboration, Bonpoint is including a small Porsche 911 model with all orders of 2 or more products. Discover the all-new capsule collection from Porsche x Bonpoint by clicking the link below. Shop Porsche x Bonpoint

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 10, 2026

24-Year-Old PGA Pro's Perfect Three Car Solution

You might assume the most impressive car collections belong to the stars of Formula One, but professional golfers have quietly built garages that rival just about anyone in motorsport. It’s something we’ve witnessed before with players like Ian Poulter, whose fleet of Ferraris, including the one-off Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, once went viral after he casually chipped a golf ball through both the windows. Shifting the spotlight to another golfer, the PGA Tour recently caught up with Akshay Bhatia to take a look at some of the dream cars he’s been fortunate enough to acquire since launching his pro career at the age of 17 in 2019. Now 24 years old, Akshay has three PGA Tour wins since his start, including the Arnold Palmer Invitational this past weekend, which has contributed to the caliber of cars that now take up his garage space. The most practical of the three is a Cadillac Escalade V, which he calls the “dad dog” mobile, perfect for getting around to tournaments and occasional trips to Disney World. With plenty of performance and a loud exhaust thanks to GM’s 682-horsepower 6.2L supercharged V8, a set of custom wheels is all it needs to make it personal for Akshay. Inside the garage is where the “fun stuff” lives: two dream cars that Akshay says he’s incredibly fortunate to own, after putting in the hours and dedication to get to where he is today. A modified G80 BMW M3 Competition offers fun, yet still practical, space as a four-door with more than 500 horsepower from the factory, a choice he thanks Rickie Fowler, who owns one himself. Akshay’s is most definitely pushing much more horsepower as it's been upgraded with downpipes and a full exhaust. Last, but certainly not least, is his “favorite of the favorites”, a bright white 992 Porsche 911 GT3 RS that he just bought and is starting to enjoy. Still somewhat in shock that he owns all of his dream cars, they continue to motivate Akshay on and off the course to grow the collection even further. View this post on Instagram A post shared by PGA TOUR (@pgatour)

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 10, 2026

PUMA Golf Honors Arnold Palmer With Legendary Style

From the racetrack to the golf course, and everywhere in between, PUMA has always stood at the forefront of style and performance, elevating every aspect of competition with gear designed to do its part, just like the legends who shaped the sport. One of the most legendary names in golf has to be Arnold Palmer, widely recognized for his success and charisma, as well as for the style, fit, and colors of his wardrobe on and off the course. Mr. Palmer’s fearlessness in pushing the boundaries of fashion shines through as PUMA Golf proudly presents a tribute to the king of golf, launching a carefully curated collection that brings to life Arnold Palmer's style and swagger. Dreamed up by PUMA Golf and Arnold Palmer Enterprises, the clothing and accessories line welcomes nostalgic, retro-inspired looks with a modern twist, all showcasing that iconic umbrella logo we’ve all grown to love. There’s no better way to kick off the new collection than with a current legend and team athlete like Rickie Fowler, known as much for his style as for his six PGA Tour wins and standout Ryder Cup performances. And in perfect fashion, Rickie is shown wearing the AP King Hat and signature AP Piue Stripe Golf Polo alongside a classic Porsche 911 (964) while sporting a Rolex Daytona “Le Mans”. In addition to an extensive lineup of on- and off-course styles for men and women, including polos, tees, pants, shorts, and quarter-zips, the PUMA Golf x Arnold Palmer collection also features a footwear line that showcases both modern and traditional silhouettes. Shop The Collection

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 04, 2026

Mark Zuckerberg Joins Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" with $170M Megamansion

As Miami continues to evolve into the mecca for the rich and famous, real estate values seem to have skyrocketed to levels never before seen, making seven- and eight-figure properties look like entry-level sales. It’s the combination of privacy, luxury living, and exclusive networking that attracts A-listers like Jeff Bezos, Tom Brady, Drake, DJ Khaled, and David Beckham, among others. Well, the 305 is welcoming its next billionaire while also celebrating a record-breaking real estate deal, as Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, just recently purchased a new build on “Billionaire Bunker” island for a jaw-dropping $170 million. Closing the deal at the start of this week, Zuckerberg’s monumental purchase stands out as one of the most expensive home sales in the United States, as well as the most expensive residential real estate transaction in Miami-Dade County. The uncompleted waterfront mansion resides on a 1.84-acre lot on Miami’s Indian Creek Island, sitting only three doors down from one of Jeff Bezos’ three homes on the ultra-private island. And while the megamansion is far from move-in ready, Mark and Priscilla have already collaborated with iconic designer and artist Ferris Rafauli to bring their extraordinary vision to life through renderings that showcase its spectacular nine-bedroom, 11.5-bathroom layout. Zuckerberg’s new $170 million Miami home is just the latest addition to an already extensive real estate portfolio. In addition to his California compound in Palo Alto, he owns homes in Lake Tahoe, Washington, D.C., and Hawaii, each revealing a mix of modern design and privacy. This “Billionaire Bunker” in Indian Creek both cements his presence in Florida’s elite enclaves and joins a collection of properties that reads like a global tour of luxury living, each tailored to his lifestyle and long-term plans. Discover some of the incredible properties now available for sale on duPont REGISTRY Realty by clicking the link below. Discover dR Realty Media Source: Realtor.com

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 04, 2026

U.S. Porsche Experience Centers Celebrate One Million Visitors

Since the registration of the very first 356 back in 1948, Porsche has built a cult following of passionate owners and enthusiasts, all of whom are infatuated with the thrill and love of experiencing what can only be described as the ultimate driver's car brand. From the track-derived performance of the iconic 911 to the off-road capabilities and comforts of the Cayenne, its well-rounded model line continues to inspire and motivate generations of dreamers who yearn for a Porsche of their own. It’s that same sense of loyalty and obsession that gave rise to Porsche’s passion projects—the two U.S. Porsche Experience Centers in Atlanta and Los Angeles. Today, more than 77 years after Ferdinand Porsche rolled out “No.1” Roadster, Porsche is proud to celebrate yet another monumental milestone, welcoming 1,000,000 visitors to its U.S. Porsche Experience Centers. Rather than constructing another museum-style destination, with historic and significant examples tucked away behind glass and stanchions, Porsche decided to dream up the ultimate playground for purists to discover and learn, but more importantly, to drive. That significant seven-figure number is proudly made up of driving enthusiasts and families, as well as corporate groups who all share a love for the brand, automotive history, and the cars that define its DNA. Timo Resch, President and CEO of PCNA, expressed his excitement by saying, “The Porsche Experience Centers bring our brand to life in a way that can best be felt in person – ideally behind the wheel – and this milestone shows just how powerfully those experiences connect with people.”Located at One Porsche Drive, home to Porsche Cars North America, PEC Atlanta opened in 2015 as the brand’s first U.S. Experience Center, with PEC Los Angeles following a year later in 2016. Between them, the two locations feature three dedicated driver development tracks and extensive programs built to sharpen skills at any level, whether it’s your first time behind the wheel or your fiftieth. Continuing the celebration in perfect fashion, Atlanta recently welcomed Sally Carrera and Lightning McQueen to mark the 20th anniversary of Cars, while Los Angeles rolled out its new Design Your Drive program. Take it from someone who makes a point to stop by whenever passing through Atlanta: the Porsche Experience Center isn’t just worth a visit; it’s essential for anyone who genuinely loves all things automotive. All Porsche Inventory

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