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Koenigsegg's First V8 Client Gemera Breaks Cover at the Aurora Concours in Sweden

Three years after Koenigsegg confirmed a V8-powered version of its four-seat Gemera, the first customer example has finally been showcased in public. The hypercar maker unveiled the car this weekend at the Aurora Concours in Båstad, Sweden, finished in a vivid Johan Röd paint over Engel Svart leather and Alcantara with red stitching accents. This particular client, Gemera, is equipped with the full Crystal Clear sound system, bespoke red-tinted Ghosts on the Aircore seats, and rides on Trofast Aircore carbon wheels. The powertrain pairs a mid-mounted twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter hot V8 with Koenigsegg's Dark Matter electric motor via the brand's nine-speed Lightspeed Tourbillon Transmission (LSTT), a four-wheel torque-vectoring system that can send power independently to each wheel. Combined output is 2,300 horsepower, with a sub-2.0-second dash to 60 mph and a top speed in excess of 240 mph. The Gemera was the cover car in a feature we did last year on the most powerful production cars in the world. <- Gallery -> "Today is a big milestone for Koenigsegg, as we roll out the most technically advanced and most ambitious program in our history." - Christian von Koenigsegg, Founder, CEO, Koenigsegg The Gemera realizes a dream von Koenigsegg has held for decades, a proper four-seat, high-performance supercar capable of seating four two-meter adults in comfort with room for luggage. The idea traces back to his childhood, when he first saw his friend's father's Lotus Excel. According to von Koenigsegg, the Gemera itself began taking shape in the mid-2000s, long before its eventual reveal. It first broke cover in 2020 with three electric motors and a tiny twin-turbo three-cylinder engine, and we’ve followed the story from its evolving design phase to its first driveable prototype testing phase in 2022. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Christian von Koenigsegg (@heycvk) The production-spec hybrid version was revised in 2023 to employ Koenigsegg's single Dark Matter motor, lifting output to 1,400 horsepower, and news that the V8 variant was on the production line surfaced earlier this year in March. Production of the Gemera is capped at 300 units, a ceiling set at the car's original 2020 unveiling. Koenigsegg has confirmed all 300 build slots are already accounted for. Original pricing started from $1.7 million, though the industry estimates have placed fully specified V8 examples well above $2 million. For a company that has built its reputation on low-volume, two-seat hypercars, the four-seat Gemera represents a significant departure, one that doesn’t compromise on the brand’s core principles of high-performance speed and design details like the signature dihedral synchro-helix doors, now being offered in a more usable package as a Mega GT. View All Koenigseggs For Sale Images: @Koenigsegg

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

What $55 Million Looks Like On Fort Lauderdale's Waterfront

There's something to be said about luxury living in South Florida, where year-round sunshine, waterfront views, and a lifestyle built around the outdoors have made it one of the world's most desirable places to call home. From massive estates along the Intracoastal to modern penthouses overlooking the beaches, it's a market where exceptional homes are part of everyday life. Recently completed, finding its space in Fort Lauderdale’s exclusive Sunrise Intercoastal gated community, 513 Middle River stands out as one of those incredible properties, listed by the team at Charles Rutenberg Realty FTL and now available on dR Realty for $55,000,000. GALLERY-EMBED Built by Prestige Homes on an oversized waterfront lot with 145 feet of frontage, the home immediately commands attention with clean, modern architectural lines, expansive glass, and uninterrupted views across the water. A newly constructed seawall and private dock make it just as appealing for boaters as it is for car collectors looking to enjoy the South Florida lifestyle. Privacy also plays a major role in the property's appeal. In addition to being located inside a gated community with dedicated police patrol, the residence sits behind its own private gates, creating a secluded, resort-style retreat with the convenience of nearby dining, shopping, and marinas. GALLERY-EMBED Inside, the focus shifts toward luxury, entertainment, and everyday comfort. The residence takes shape as a fully integrated smart home, giving owners the ability to manage lighting, climate, security, cameras, and entry systems through its own network. In addition to all the tech, the home's amenities mirror those of a private resort. A collector-focused eight-car garage flows directly into a stylish club room and lounge, while a custom 4K laser theater, professional-grade fitness center, spacious entertainment areas, sauna, and dedicated wellness spaces offer an environment for hosting guests or enjoying quiet weekends away. GALLERY-EMBED The outdoor spaces are where the home truly embraces the South Florida lifestyle. Centered around an 85-foot custom mosaic swimming pool with cascading waterfalls, the backyard is more like a five-star resort overlooking the water. Multiple lounge areas encourage indoor-outdoor living, while the rooftop entertaining space provides another vantage point to take in the views. It's a thoughtful touch that supports the property's focus on experience as much as its architecture. For buyers looking for a modern South Florida waterfront estate that offers privacy, smart tech, luxury amenities, and exceptional design, Prestige Homes’ 513 Middle River raises the bar for Fort Lauderdale’s waterfront living. Discover on dR Reality GALLERY-EMBED

Koenigsegg's First V8 Client Gemera Breaks Cover at the Aurora Concours in Sweden

McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

What $55 Million Looks Like On Fort Lauderdale's Waterfront

Koenigsegg's First V8 Client Gemera Breaks Cover at the Aurora Concours in Sweden

McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

What $55 Million Looks Like On Fort Lauderdale's Waterfront

Koenigsegg's First V8 Client Gemera Breaks Cover at the Aurora Concours in Sweden

McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

What $55 Million Looks Like On Fort Lauderdale's Waterfront

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 01, 2021

The Best Boots For Driving

Needless to say, whether it is off-road, daily driving, or on the track, the most important tool when behind the wheel is the driver’s footwear. The need for grip from a boot is just as important as the grip beneath a set of tires. Unfortunately, not every set of boots or sneakers will provide the performance needed to get you over the ridge of a mountainside or through the corner of a long apex. This week we have compiled a list of the best boots for all driving conditions during the colder months of winter, no matter the caliber of vehicle. Click the links below to shop any of the stylish and functional footwear featured. Track Focused PUMA Motorsport Petronas Speedcat Mid $100 Shop Now Piloti Apex $190 Shop Now Porsche Design Racer High Top $480 Shop Now Off-Road Nike ACG Mountain Fly GORE-TEX $220 Shop Now On-Running Cloudrock Edge Raw $249.99 Shop Now Magnanni Bodhi II $395 Shop Now Lucchese Brooks CL1012.W8S $795 Shop Now 1017 ALYX 9SM Fuoripista $849 Shop Now Daily Driven UGG Neumel Chukka Boot $117 - $159.99 Shop Now Clarks Wallabee Boot $160 Shop Now Common Projects Ankle-Length Boots $579 Shop Now Buscemi Multi-Panel Leather Boots $734 Shop Now Visvim Lhamo Folk Suede Boots $735 Shop Now

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 13, 2020

Makes And Movements: 2020 Porsche 992 911 x Porsche Desig...

Exotic cars and fine handcrafted timepieces complement each other in a similar way that salt and pepper do. They just work. In many cases, watch manufacturers create pieces that tailor to the automotive industry and even specific cars altogether. Makes and Movements will be selecting spectacular supercars available through DuPont Registry and pairing them with current or pre-released watches. The diversity of both the vehicles and timepieces will shed light on different brands and help educated on new areas of each industry. 2020 Porsche 992 911 The Porsche 911 is one of the most iconic models in automobile history, with the first 901 generation unveiled in 1963. Since then, Porsche has redesigned the platform with more performance and technology. The 992 was announced in 2018 as the eighth generation with updates to launch the 911 into a new era of styling. The exterior redesigned to present a more modern muscular look using a significantly wider wheel housing, new LED headlights, a variable-position rear spoiler, and an elegant rear lightbar. The interior is updated to a modern spec using inspiration from the ‘70s Porsche 911 models. A straight-line dashboard with recessed instruments allows for a balanced driving experience. A larger 10.9-inch display provides comprehensive connectivity for the driver and passenger. The configuration of the Porsche 992 911 is just as personalized as it has ever been, including an array of color options and materials that give customers the ability to create the perfect vehicle. Performance is the key that drives the Porsche 911, with past variations equipped with different levels of performance. The Porsche 992 911 launched with the Carrara S and Carrara 4S, a rear-wheel and all-wheel drive option that produces 443 horsepower. The turbocharged flat-six engine of the 911 is paired with the ultra-responsive 8-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission, making the driving experience effortless. New assistance systems such as Wet Mode are standard equipment, which helps detect water on the road using a camera-based warning and brake assist system. The Porsche 992 911 starts at $113,200 and includes various sub-models with GT chassis on the way. Why To Buy The Porsche 992 generation is a great buy for any Porsche enthusiast that enjoys modern styling and performance that is backed by the brand that continues to lead as a German sports-car manufacturer. The new platform incorporates a performance-focused system with modern technology and safety options, making it a drivable vehicle for anyone in the family. The meticulous configuration process allows for any customer to spec the perfect 911 for the driveway. View All Porsche 992 911 For Sale Porsche Design Custom-Built Chronograph Porsche Design originated as a branch of the automobile manufacturer as a way to deliver Porsche inspired lifestyle products to complement the brand for owners and enthusiast. The watch collection features a Sport Chronograph Configurator that allows individuals to build a watch using the same process as if it was a Porsche 992 911. All components have the ability to be changed using premium materials and color codes that are also incorporated into the vehicles rolling off the factory floors. The Porsche Design Chronograph is a 42mm example that is driven by an in-house WERK 01.100 automatic caliber. The color of natural titanium and black titanium are available for the case, bezel, and optional metal bracelet. Color codes pulled directly from Porsche are used to highlight the dial ring, leather strap, and decorative stitching. A transparent back case and winding rotor display the inner workings of the mechanism. The choice of a Porsche wheel style as a winding rotor is an available option, which includes nine different OEM rim styles. As if that is not personalized enough, Porsche Design added custom engraving for the case back, as well as graphic engraving on the plaque included in the packaging. The Porsche Design Sports Chronograph configurator has over 1.5 million design possibilities starting at a base price of $5,150. Why To Buy The configurator for the Porsche Design Sports Chronograph is the best option for a custom timepiece because it gives the customer the ability to spec the perfect watch for their intended use. The platform has the means to create timepieces that can be dressed up or down while still celebrating a specific Porsche or the brand heritage as a whole. It is the perfect addition to any Porsche owner or enthusiast's collection. Shop Porsche Design Custom Chronograph

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 11, 2020

Wheels X Wardrobe: Private Porsche

Earlier this week, we covered the collaboration project between Porsche and Embraer. The special release features a limited edition 911 Turbo S and Phenom 300E Business Jet. Any ten individuals willing to purchase the private jet will also receive the Porsche 911 Turbo S, as well as a custom Porsche Design 1919 Globetimer UTC watch. This week’s Wheels X Wardrobe breaks down the perfect fit and essentials for the delivery day of your new Jet, Porsche, and luxury timepiece. Vehicle Porsche 911Turbo S MSRP $203,500 View All Porsche 911 Turbo S For Sale Jet Embraer Phenom 300E Business Jet Price Not Listed Learn More Watch Porsche Design 1919 Globetimer UTC $6,350 Shop Now Top Porsche Design P'8685 Sunglasses $1,150 Shop Now Porsche Design Neoprene Leather Mix Jacket $1,900 Shop Now Porsche Design Casual Slit Pocket Polo $195 Shop Now Bottom Porsche Design Casual Pin Buckle 35 Belt $310 Shop Now Porsche Design Travel Pants $325 Shop Now Footwear Porsche Design Traveller Lace Up High Top Sneaker $480 Shop Now Accessories Porsche Design Carbon Passport Holder $210 Shop Now Porsche Design Roadster 4.1 L Backpack $370 Shop Now Porsche Design Roadster Hardcase Hybrid S Trolley $520 Shop Now The Private Porsche Breakdown 2020 Porsche 911 Turbo S MSRP $203,500 Embraer Phenom 300E Business Jet (Price Not Listed) Porsche Design 1919 Globetimer UTC Watch $6,350 Porsche Design P'8685 Sunglasses $1,150 Porsche Design Neoprene Leather Mix Jacket $1,900 Porsche Design Casual Slit Pocket Polo $195 Porsche Design Casual Pin Buckle 35 Belt $310 Porsche Design Travel Pants $235 Porsche Design Traveller Lace Up High Top Sneaker $480 Porsche Design Carbon Passport Holder $210 Porsche Design Roadster 4.1 L Backpack $370 Porsche Design Roadster Hardcase Hybrid S Trolley $520

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