Cars
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Feather-Light Carbon-Fiber Porsche 912 Restomod Weighs Less Than 1,600 Pounds – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
The Hungarian-based workshop has recently unveiled its most extreme version of the restomod yet. The 2024 iteration of this sleek sports car showcases an entirely new body constructed solely from carbon fiber, significantly reducing its overall weight. Since its establishment earlier in the decade, KAMM has devoted its resources to crafting restomods based on the entry-level 911 manufactured between 1965 and 1969. Previous models of the 912c featured an exterior blend of carbon fiber and steel. However, the 2024 edition sets itself apart by utilizing lightweight material for every crucial body part, including the roof and quarter panels, as confirmed by the workshop. Consequently, the car, when fully equipped for…
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Revolutionizing Work: Lamborghini Paves the Way with Four-Day Workweek in European Automotive History – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
In a groundbreaking move, Lamborghini has inked a deal with labor unions to usher in a four-day workweek for its production staff, marking a pivotal shift in the automotive industry in Europe. The FIOM and FIM-CISL unions hailed the agreement as “historic,” distinguishing it as the first instance in European automotive history where a substantial reduction in working hours is achieved without a corresponding decrease in wages. On the contrary, wages are set to increase. This transformative decision aligns with a broader trend as companies and institutions reevaluate work structures to enhance employee well-being and streamline operational costs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and escalating expenses. Similar initiatives…
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Mercedes-AMG Presents the SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE: A Dominant Evolution of the Iconic SL – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Mercedes-AMG has revealed its latest pinnacle in innovation and power — the SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE, proudly hailed as the most advanced and potent SL in the marque’s history. This latest iteration of the iconic SL introduces a meticulously crafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine, complemented by an AMG Electric Drive Unit, culminating in an impressive power output of 805 horsepower and a peak torque of up to 1,047 pound-feet. While raw potency takes center stage in the SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE, the vehicle also boasts an array of sophisticated features. Active roll stabilization, fully adaptable all-wheel drive, rear-axle steering, and a standard ceramic high-performance composite brake system…
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Rodin’s Insane 1,000 HP Hypercar Roars onto the Track for Its Maiden Run – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
The Rodin Cars FZero is on its journey toward production readiness, hitting a significant milestone as it enters track testing. The audacious hypercar from the New Zealand-based manufacturer is making waves with its recent track debut. Development of this futuristic track machine is currently underway at Rodin’s production facility near Mount Lyford village on New Zealand’s South Island. Progress has reached a stage where a prototype of the vehicle is undergoing rigorous testing on the facility’s purpose-built tracks. While Rodin has kept performance figures under wraps, the company shared a video of a recent test run on its YouTube channel. The footage confirms the vehicle’s striking design, aligning perfectly with…
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Unveiling the Mercedes-AMG GT2, a Professional Racing Machine for the Novice Pilot – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Amidst the metallic symphony of wheel guns resonating and the pit crew deftly extracting the tire warmers from beneath the fenders, a distinctive hiss and thunk accompany the lowering of the car onto the ground by the onboard jacks. Depress the red button on the steering wheel resembling a butterfly, and behold, the 697 horsepower twin-turbo V-8 roars to life, settling into a brisk idle. Engage the clutch, and manipulate the right-hand paddle – the Hewland six-speed transmission with sequential shifts positioned behind you enters first gear with a resounding metallic clunk. Revs ascend and release the clutch. Seek the elusive bite point. There it is! The car surges forward,…
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1962 Ferrari 330 LM / 250 GTO Breaks Records, Fetches $51.7 Million at Auction – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
At an RM Sotheby’s auction held on November 13 in New York City, a prized 1962 Ferrari 330 LM / 250 GTO by Scaglietti was sold for a staggering $51.7 million, setting multiple records. This iconic Italian masterpiece claimed the title of the most expensive Ferrari ever sold at auction and clinched the spot for the highest-priced classic car sold publicly worldwide this year. Previously owned for nearly four decades by Jim Jaeger, a distinguished collector from Ohio and co-founder of a company that ultimately manufactured Escort radars, the car’s new owner remains undisclosed, according to a spokesperson from RM Sotheby’s. Although the final hammer price reached $47 million, a…
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Introducing the All-Electric Cadillac Optiq: A Compact Crossover Poised for the EV Market – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
During our recent visit to Detroit for the inauguration of the new Cadillac House at Vanderbilt, where patrons can customize their $340,000 flagship Celestiq electric sedans, Cadillac pleasantly surprised us with a sneak peek at their latest offering: the all-electric Optiq sub-compact crossover targeting the lower end of the brand’s price range. “This will serve as Cadillac’s entry-level EV,” Michael Simcoe, General Motors’ global head of design, shared during an exclusive tour of the sleek sport utility vehicle. “Yet, it maintains a consistent design language seen across the brand’s EV lineup.” This design continuity includes Cadillac’s distinct angular front end known as the “shield face,” sculpted body sides, and a…
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Genesis Reveals Supercar Concept with 10,000rpm Hybrid V6 – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Genesis has taken the wraps off a striking supercar concept named the X Gran Berlinetta Vision Gran Turismo Concept, meticulously crafted for the Gran Turismo video game series exclusive to PlayStation consoles. While an impressive full-scale model of this concept was unveiled at an event in Spain this week, it’s important to note that this creation has been tailored specifically for virtual use within the Gran Turismo gaming realm. This collaborative venture between the Hyundai luxury car division and the game’s developers does not currently have plans to materialize in physical showrooms. Drawing inspiration from earlier Genesis concept sports cars like the Essentia and the Speedium coupe, the VGT concept…
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Lamborghini’s Lanzador: A Paradigm Shift Towards Electrifying Power – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
When Ferruccio Lamborghini established his automotive empire in 1963, he didn’t embark with the flamboyant supercars that define Lamborghinis today, adorned with iconic vertically hinged doors and roaring V12 engines. The pioneer, also a tractor builder and ex-Italian Royal Air Force mechanic, commenced with the 350GTV concept, succeeded by the production-ready 350 GT. Crafted by Carrozzeria Touring of Milan, the 350 GT was a grand tourer featuring a two-seater coupe design, ample storage for a weekend getaway, and a departure from the competitive race tracks—an offering of comfort for highway journeys. Fast forward six decades, and Lamborghini returns to its roots with the Lanzador, an electric grand tourer unveiled in…
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Justin Bieber’s Unique Rolls-Royce ‘Uriel’ Captivates With Unconventional Design – The Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Justin Bieber’s ‘Uriel’ is a captivating rendition of a classic. This bespoke creation utilized a Rolls-Royce Wraith as its foundation. What sets this vehicle apart is its distinct wheel covers, presenting an illusion of levitation. Taking three years to bring to fruition, the inspiration for this car struck Bieber upon stumbling upon an online image. Enchanted by a Rolls-Royce in the photo, he was determined to make it his own. He promptly forwarded the image to Ryan Friedlinghaus, the co-founder of West Coast Customs, seeking guidance on acquiring a similar vehicle. The image portrayed a Rolls-Royce adorned with unconventional, futuristic design elements. Unfortunately, it turned out that the depicted car…