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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 – May 18, 2022

The GearBox: The Black & White SVJ Wardobe

The Lamborghini Aventador SVJ continues to stand tall as the Italian supercar manufacturer’s leading performance production car. As it displays the top-of-the-line luxury through its state-of-the-art design and mind-blowing performance from its 759-horsepower 6.2L naturally-aspirated 12-cylinder, so should your outfit when opening the scissor-style doors. This week’s GearBox focuses on an essential black and white style to compliment the highly desirable Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. Click the links below to view all Lamborghini Aventador SVJ models for sale, as well as to shop the luxury apparel and accessories featured in this special. Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Automobili Lamborghini The new Aventador SVJ, where SV historically stands for Superveloce meaning 'superfast', takes the 'Jota' suffix, denoting its track and performance superiority: the Aventador SVJ has already claimed its position as the Nürburgring-Nordschleife production car record holder, completing the 12.8-mile lap in just 6:44.97 minutes. Production is limited to 900 units. Price: MSRP $517,770 View All Lamborghini Aventador SVJ For Sale Graham Chronofighter Superlight Carbon Skeleton Graham 1695 The Chronofighter Superlight Carbon Skeleton weighs less than 100 grams. The open-worked dial reveals various components in motion and the chronograph trigger delivers an ergonomic interface between the watch and its wearer. Its 47mm case is formed of carbon composite, while the widespread use of 3K carbon further contributes to the model’s featherlight mass. This was the first watch to feature a carbon case, trigger, bezel, dial and buckle. Even the strap contains carbon, helping it retain its factory-fresh shape. Price: $12,950 Buy From Graham 1695 Watches Automobili Lamborghini Piping Logo Cap Lamborghini Store The Automobili Lamborghini cap features the iconic Shield in rubber on the front, and is embellished with branded piping that runs along the front of the visor. For an essential and iconic look. Price: $50.15 Buy From The Lamborghini Store Persol 649 - Original Persol Together with A.P.C. an exclusive reinterpretation of the 649 is born in three colors. Originally designed in 1957 for tram-drivers, the 649 became legendary when Marcello Mastroianni wore it in Divorce, Italian Style in 1961. Today, it features as part of the A.P.C Spring Summer 2020 collection. Price: $259 Buy From Persol Alexander McQUEEN Logo Tape Cotton T-Shirt Nordstrom This all-cotton Alexander McQUEEN T-shirt is branded in bold signature style with logo tape that stretches from the middle of the chest to nearly touch the side seam. Price: $320 Buy From Nordstrom Givenchy Black Signature Shorts Ssense French terry short in black. Mid-rise. Two-pocket styling. Concealed drawstring at elasticized waistband. Logo printed and embroidered in white and red at leg. Price: $394 Buy From Ssense Off-White Mid Length Arrow Socks Nordstrom It's time to invest in some cropped trousers. Because you'll want to show off these Arrows-motif Off-White socks at every opportunity. Make every detail of your look count. Price: $85 Buy From Nordstrom Off-White White Canvas White & Green 5.0 Sneakers Ssense The Off-White Canvas low sneakers offer the perfect blend between high-fashion and functional athletic wear. With a white, black, and green colorway, these sneakers are the perfect addition to any stylish fit. Price: $430 Buy From Ssense Master Dynamic MW07 Plus Automobili Lamborghini Master Dynamic Master & Dynamic has partnered with Automobili Lamborghini on a collection of high-performance sound tools inspired by the design and materials of the iconic Italian super sports cars. Price: $249 Buy From Master Dynamic dB Journey 'The Backpack' dB Journey If you ask us you get the best of both worlds, and the dB Journey test patrol have already called it the ultimate daily backpack. It has everything you need both in style and practicality, whether you're going on adventure out in the wild, stomping the city pavements or just on campus/at work. Price: $209 Buy From dB Journey For more GearBox specials, Check out The GearBox: An Italian Classic

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 13, 2022

LEGO Debuts A 358,000-Piece Life-Size Ferrari F40 at LEGO...

The Italian supercar icon takes on a LEGO look. As the interest for anything automotive sparks at a young age, brand’s like LEGO aim to deliver a creative building experience that incorporates automotive inspiration. Being one of the most successful categories within its vast collection of buildable sets, LEGO is proud to introduce the Ferrari Build and Race experience at LEGOLAND California. At the new attraction, guests can virtually modify their own engines, tires, power, and aerodynamics. The cars are digitally scanned once fine-tuning is complete, where they appear in a virtual race at Ferrari’s iconic Fiorano Circuit at Maranello. Aside from all of the interactive attractions, the highlight of Ferrari Build and Race is a full-size LEGO Ferrari F40 that sits in the center of the three-event zones. MUST-READ: The Top Automotive-Inspired LEGO Sets Available Now The LEGO version presents itself in size similar to the actual F40, which sits at 14 feet in length, more than six feet wide, four feet tall, and has a wheelbase of eight feet. With a complete construction time of 1,900-hours and 358,000 LEGO pieces, developing the LEGO Ferrari F40 took engineers and builders over 1,800-hours alone. The Ferrari F40 continues its legacy as an automotive icon, originally built in 1987 to celebrate the Italian supercar manufacturer’s 40th anniversary. The F40 is the last production vehicle under the hands of founder Enzo Ferrari, featuring a 2.9-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V8 that produces 471-horsepower to the rear wheels. Defining itself as a true driver’s car, the Ferrari F40 achieves its 4.1-second 0-60mph time and 201-mph top speed with motorsport-inspired performance. The one-of-a-kind LEGO Ferrari F40 is currently on display in the Ferrari Race and Build exhibit at LEGOLAND California. View all of the current Ferrari F40 examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and supercar releases. View All Ferrari F40 For Sale Source: Ferrari

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 11, 2022

Daniel Arsham's Crystal Eroded 1968 Ford Mustang On Displ...

The local Detroit art gallery hosts the one-of-a-kind classic Ford Mustang. Being two luxury industries that seem to cross paths in more ways than one, the automotive and art worlds share creative similarities that help bring the artistic visions to life. American Artist and car enthusiasts Daniel Arsham prides himself on showcasing the artistic beauty of classic auto icons using methods only best described as scientific. As part of his growing fleet of eroded vehicles, Daniel highlights the complex crystal erosion process with chassis like his 1968 Ford Mustang. MUST-READ: Daniel Arsham Unveils His New 1973 Porsche RSA Project The matte black exterior and black leather interior receive the same erosion treatment, presenting an aesthetically-pleasing design to the vintage muscle car. The final finish achieves its one-of-a-kind look using a blend of Pyrite Crystal, Volcanic Ash, Steel, and Quartz Crystal. Daniel Arsham is proud to announce that the crystal eroded 1968 Ford Mustang is set to be on scene at the Library Street Collective art gallery in Detroit, Michigan for all to enjoy. The Library Street Collective holds a special memory for Daniel Arsham, as it was the first gallery to feature a public appearance of the crystal eroded Mustang in the heart of Motor City. View all of the current Ford Mustang inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle and supercar news. View All Ford Mustangs For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by ARSHAM STUDIO (@danielarsham) Source: @danielarsham IG

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 04, 2022

RHUDE x The Webster Release A Limited-Edition Collection ...

The perfect apparel to celebrate Miami's first F1 race. As Formula 1 preps for its first-ever 2022 Miami Grand Prix weekend, teams and fans all around the world are ready to tune in to see action-packed racing in the heart of sunny South Florida. While teams and manufacturers honor the event with dedicated designs and styles, other fashion brands are commemorating the inauguration with luxury apparel and accessory collections. The fashion specialists at RHUDE are proud to collaborate with multi-brand fashion house The Webster on a new automotive-inspired release just in time for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix. After successful launches with supercar icons like McLaren, RHUDE continues its journey on track with new styles that incorporate both vintage and modern motorsport feel. MUST-READ: McLaren Reveals The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide The RHUDE x TheWebster Collection includes a jacket, vest, hoodies, t-shirts, and hats that feature a classic white/blue south beach vibe. Each piece part of the limited-edition release is crafted from premium materials that will keep you cool on a sunny South Florida afternoon. The designs take on a classic look with period-correct fonts and faded colors, along with graph designs of vintage racecars that pay homage to the early era of automotive racing. The collaboration release is set to style any race fan from head to toe in anticipation of the first-ever Formula 1 race in Miami. The all-new RHUDE x The Webster Miami Grand Prix ’22 Collection is currently available starting at $192, by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and supercar news. Shop Now Source: The Webster

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 27, 2022

PUMA Releases The New Ferrari ION F Sneaker Collection

The perfect PUMA sneaker to pair with the Ferrari SF90 Stradale. While Ferrari continues to represent the pinnacle of Italian supercar manufacturing, its ongoing partnership with PUMA helps to elevate its fashion line through performance-focused apparel and footwear collections. PUMA x Ferrari is proud to unveil the second-generation release of the ION F sneaker collection, featuring two unique styles that incorporate aspects of the electrified Ferrari SF90 Stradale supercar. The low-profile sneaker design of the new ION F presents an innovative mesh sock-inspired construction that blends perfectly with a lightweight upper, providing ultimate comfort for on and off-track activities. The colors and design inspiration is taken from the summer lifestyle with two versions; a white ‘Pool’ mesh graphic and a red mesh graphic called ‘Sunset’. MUST-READ: PUMA Releases The New BMW M Motorsport Collection Each variation of the Ferrari ION F proudly displays the iconic prancing horse emblem, a stamp Emily recognizable by any Ferrari collector or enthusiast. The constriction of the performance sneaker adds a sense of support from the TPU panel on the heel, which uses an unbreakable PU Foam in the shape of an SF90 Stradale front wing for extra traction and comfort. The Ferrari ION F ensures the perfect fit for any automotive enthusiast by highlighting PUMA’s state-of-the-art premium magnetic lock fit. The all-new Ferrari ION F Collection from PUMA is currently available at selected PUMA and Ferrari stores. Shop all of the current PUMA x Ferrari collections and styles by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and supercar news. Shop PUMA x Ferrari Source: PUMA

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 25, 2022

PUMA Releases The New BMW M Motorsport Collection

The perfect apparel, footwear, and accessories to compliment the BMW 3.0 CSL. With growth and success comes an appreciation for those who help shape a brand. For the professionals at BMW, its historic motorsport division drives inspiration for its present and future creative collaborations. Puma Motorsport is proud to celebrate the early days of automotive racing with the all-new BMW M Motorsport Collection, featuring styles and designs that incorporate inspiration from the iconic 'Shark Nose' 3.0 CSL race car. Since the birth of its racing sector in 1972, the BMW 3.0 CSL is recognized as an icon that dominated the European motorsport circuit. Proudly showcasing BMW's famous red, blue, and black livery, the Shark Nose 3.0 CSL went on to win prestigious endurance races like the 24 Hours of Le Mans. MUST-READ: The BMW Open by American Express Tennis Champion Will Receive The All-New BMW i4 M50 The all new Puma x BMW streetwear collection highlights the classic colors onto jackets, hoodies, t-shirts, footwear, pants, and accessories. The styles include period correct graphics and designs that offer the perfect addition to any enthusiasts' wardrobe. One of the products that stands out within the premium apparel/footwear lineup is the new Puma BMW MMS RS-Z sneaker, which provides comfort support for on or off-track activities. The new release from Puma x BMW M celebrates the past, present, and future of the German automotive manufacturer's involvement in motorsport. Shop the new Puma BMW M Motorsport Collection as part of the Spring/Summer 2022 drop, by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and supercar news. Shop Now Source: PUMA

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 25, 2022

Porsche Celebrates Elmar Roßmayer And His Hand-Built Pors...

The 911 model that landed Elmar a job at Porsche. For the Porsche brand, craftsmanship defines the characteristics of each performance-focused vehicle assembled at the German-based facility, no matter its size. Over the decades as an industry leader in the automotive market, Porsche continues to celebrate its passion for performance with small-scale models that accurately represent the same detailed craftsmanship that goes into each full-size production vehicle. The idea behind hand-building magnificent Porsche examples began with Elmar Roßmayer. Porsche After creating an early Porsche 911 Coupé model, it was discovered by a member of the Porsche family during an event at the Württembergischer Yacht Club in Lindau, Germany. After reading the brass plaque that included his name and address, Elmar was offered a position at Porsche to build model cars. Porsche is proud to now showcase Elmar Roßmayer and his Porsche 911 Targa model at the museum in Zuffenhasuen during the ’50 Years of Porsche Design’ celebration. MUST-READ: The Best Porsches You Can Buy Today The blue 1:5-scale Porsche 911 Targa was the second commissioned example from the German sports car manufacturer, a historical gem that stands aside other trophies, sculptures, and technical miniatures. The 911 Targa features a complete exterior and interior design, removable targa top, glass, adjustable seats, a set of Fuchs wheels, with an array of parts and features that operate the same as a full-size spec. Porsche was happy to pay the price for the unusual Targa: Roßmayer billed exactly 1,257.75 hours at ten marks an hour. Porsche Elmar expresses his excitement and worries at the time by saying "I was really nervous. I smoked a pack of cigarettes, HBs, on the way there, wondering all the while if the model would appeal to the gentlemen of Porsche. And on the way back I was happy that the Targa had been so well received. I smoked another whole pack there and then!". The 1:5-scale blue Porsche 911 Targa by Elmar Roßmayer is currently on-scene in the special '50 Years of Porsche Design' exhibit next to two 911 originals, a chair, a number of pipes and a pair of Porsche sunglasses. View all of the current Porsche 911 Targa examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury lifestye releases and supercar news. View All Porsche 911 Targa For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 21, 2022

The Cigarette Racing Team Debuts Its All-New Apparel Coll...

High-performance marine meets luxury lifestyle. While traditional racetracks provide the perfect environment for supercars and hypercars, the open waters of the ocean offer the same level playing field for high-performance marine crafts. The Cigarette Racing Team continues to push the boundaries of luxury boat design and performance since 1969, with a focus on delivering a one-of-a-kind experience to anyone who steps aboard one of the many vessels available in its lineup. The Cigarette Racing Team is proud to announce the release of their all-new luxury apparel collection, featuring elevated styles and custom designs to compliment a perfect day on the water. MUST-READ: The 13th Mercedes-AMG x Cigarette Racing Boat Unveiled The collection includes jackets, sweatshirts, long-sleeve shirts, t-shirts, and hats made from high-quality materials that sport the iconic logo of Cigarette Racing. Along with the excitement of its first-ever luxury apparel collection, the brand is happy to announce that the clothing line incorporates the use of solar power energy and sustainable materials. The all-new apparel and accessories collection from the Cigarette Racing Team is set to release online on April 21st at 3 pm EST. Click the link below to prep for the upcoming release and to discover all of the performance marine crafts from Cigarette Racing. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming lifestyle releases and luxury marine news. Shop Cigarette Racing View this post on Instagram A post shared by CIGARETTE RACING TEAM (@cigaretteracingteam) Source: Cigarette Racing

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 20, 2022

The GearBox: Maserati MC20 Hyper Style

The Maserati MC20’s announcement and release shocked the automotive world, as the Italian automotive manufacturer checked into its motorsport heritage to develop its newest hypercar. Creating the chassis around the idea of a daily functioning hypercar, Maserati blends track-inspired performance with easy-to-use driving dynamics to ensure a pleasurable driving experience for anyone to enjoy. This week’s GearBox focuses on building a style around the Maserati MC20, incorporating a sense of luxury and comfort through a wardrobe of hand-picked apparel and accessories. Shop any of the products and accessories featured in this special by clicking the links below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury gear news and releases. Maserati MC20 Maserati Maserati presents the MC20, an engineering and styling masterpiece that opens a new era for the Trident brand. With the MC20, Maserati returns to a stage where it has always starred, that of Supercars that combine luxury and performance with the unique Maserati Style. The MC20 is a Maserati with mind-blowing aerodynamic efficiency. Its superb looks conceal an uncompromisingly sporty soul, with the new 630 horsepower V6 Nettuno engine that delivers 0-60mph acceleration in under 2.9-seconds and a top speed over 200mph. A patented, 100% Maserati engine, benefiting from the MTC (Maserati Twin Combustion) technology, the innovative combustion system developed by the Brand, evolved from the pre-chamber technology used on Formula 1 powertrains. Conceived, designed and built entirely in-house. Price: MSRP $220,000 View All Maserati MC20 For Sale Rolex Day-Date 40 Platinum Baguette Watches of Switzerland The Rolex Day-Date made its debut in 1956. Available only in 18 ct gold or platinum, it was the first wristwatch chronometer to display the date and the day of the week spelt out in full in windows on the dial. With the President bracelet, originally created specially for it, the Day-Date continues to be the watch par excellence of influential people. Price Upon Request Buy From Watches of Switzerland Saint Laurent Logo-Print Cotton Sweatshirt Farfetch Saint Laurent proves that even the most casual of pieces can look sleek. This crew-neck sweatshirt is accented with a distressed version of the brand's monogram at the chest. Price: $690 Buy From Farfetch Comme des Garçon Play Heart Patch Shirt Buck Mason Preppy and playful, this crisp Comme des Garçon Play cotton shirt has a signature heart appliqué peering out from the chest. Price: $264 Buy From Nordstrom A.P.C. Martin Jeans A.P.C. Heavily stonewashed blue straight-leg jeans with 90's-spirit cut. Soft denim. Japanese denim canvas. High rise. Straight leg, vintage cut. Slightly loose-fitting at waist. Hip-hugging. Zip fly. Caramel-colored topstitching. 100% Cotton. Japanese material. Price: $265 Buy From A.P.C. Givenchy Black 4G Release Buckle Belt Ssense The Givenchy Black 4G Release Buckle Belt features paneled nylon webbing and grained faux-leather belt in black, along with logo hardware at adjustable press-release buckle fastening. Price: $350 Buy From Ssense Tods City Gommino Driving Shoes in Suede Tods City Gommino driving shoes in rich suede with exposed stitching, woven tie, stamped Tod's monogram and an iconic rubber outsole with embossed rubber pebbles. Price: $545 Buy From Tods Ray Ban Stories 48mm Round Smart Glasses Nordstrom Long a symbol of new ideas and self-expression, this signature style brings the latest in connectivity to your look. Ray-Ban’s first generation of smart glasses integrates Facebook technology to give you a new way to capture and share your adventures with your social community on the go and without missing a beat. Use the dual 5MP camera to take clear, crisp photos and hands-free videos and stay immersed in the moment. With touch control you can capture, pause music and answer calls in a single gesture. The discreet open-ear speakers deliver rich voice and sound quality while the three built-in microphones capture sound in all directions. Price: $329 Buy From Nordstrom Montblanc Meisterstück Soft Grain Geometry Wallet Montblanc The fine craftsmanship and leather paneling are hallmarks of this capsule collection. Made from soft grainy leather in black and blue colors, inside it can fit up to six credit cards in the dedicated slots, banknotes in the two compartments and other documents in the two additional pockets. Price: $440 Buy From Montblanc RIMOWA Flap Backpack Large RIMOWA Crafted out of premium materials like durable canvas and full-grain leather, the drawstring RIMOWA Never Still Flap Backpack Large in Navy blue & Black features two side zipped pockets, adjustable shoulder straps, a padded back for added comfort, and a flap-top secured by a bespoke magnetic buckle emblazoned with the RIMOWA logo. Inside, a large drawstring compartment and a 16-inch laptop-sized padded pocket easily accommodate daily essentials. Includes a complimentary removable leather address tag. Price: $1,680 Buy From RIMOWA For more GearBox specials, Check out The GearBox: Electrified GT

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 19, 2022

Bang & Olufsen Release The New Beoplay EX Wireless Earbuds

Take premium sound on the go with Bang & Olufsen. While Bang & Olufsen is known for incorporating premium audio systems into luxury production vehicles, the brand also prides itself on delivering the same experience at home and on the go. For those with an active lifestyle, Bang & Olufsen is proud to showcase the next-generation Beoplay EX wireless earbuds. The new Beoplay EX features a modern and sleek design that comes available in three unique colorways, which include Anthracite Oxygen, Gold Tone, and Black Anthracite. Fixing the common issue of wireless earbuds shifting during endurance activities, Bang & Olufsen fits each pair of Beoplay EX earbuds with comfortable silicone inserts that match the design of each version. One of the best features of the new Beoplay is an Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation setting, which allows the EX earbuds to monitor outside sounds and adapt to cut them out. MUST-READ: The 10 Best Luxury Dive Watches The premium sound quality is controlled with a glass touch surface that blends fashion with functionality. The Beoplay EX wireless earbuds boast a battery life of up to 20-hours, which varies depending on the audio settings selected by the user. Experience Bang & Olufsen’s easy-to-use Bluetooth compatibility that works for Apple and Android devices, which also offers additional personalization options through its B&O app. The packaging of Bang & Olufsen’s new release comes with a wireless charging case that works in unison with universal charge pad surfaces. The all-new Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX wireless earbuds are currently available for $399 by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and releases. Shop Now Source: Bang & Olufsen

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