Luxury Cars

May. 21st, 2024 Mazda’s new sportier two-row SUV proved itself perfectly suited to the Southern California lifestyle on a recent test-drive of the Turbo S Premium Plus and PHEV models around the Coachella Valley. When Mazda unveiled its all-new CX-70 earlier this year, the midsize two-row crossover was billed as a vehicle for drivers with active lifestyles that offered a hefty dose of luxury, much like its year-old CX-90 sibling. Designed for premium SUV buyers looking for more cargo space but who don't necessarily need nor want three rows of seats – hobbyist empty nesters or "Dual Income No Kids" couples – although using the same…

Images courtesy of ENGLER Automotive From JustLuxe Content Partner MensGear Much like consumer electronics, the automotive industry constantly innovates to deliver rides that match the expectations of discerning individuals. Entry-level and mid-range models receive incremental upgrades, while luxury or high-performance platforms are engineered to near perfection. Sometimes, fascinating oddities like the ENGLER V12 arrive to cater to a niche only a few know about. Whenever manufacturers increase the numbers, it makes sense to also enhance the safety features. From the loftiest hypercars to the most modest daily drivers, these machines enclose passengers in a protective shell that absorbs and redirects…

From JustLuxe content partner The Supercar Blog The first Pagani Utopia in North America has been delivered to @myrides63.  Chassis no 76009 has an exposed carbon exterior with a gold and maroon stripe in the center. It rides on silver alloy wheels, the standard design without the aero ring, while gold brake calipers complete the look. The interior has exposed carbon and brown leather throughout. The instrument cluster, steering wheel, center console, and other parts are finished in black anodized aluminum. Note that this Utopia is equipped with a 7-speed automated manual gearbox.  Image credit: Shane BrownThe Pagani Utopia is powered by a 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 engine developed by Mercedes-AMG. It produces 864…

Courtesy of Bentley MotorsBentley Motors introduces the third coachbuilt Bentley of the modern era: the streamlined Batur Convertible. The bespoke grand touring two-seater was created by Mulliner, Bentley’s in house bespoke division and the longest standing coachbuilder in the world. Following the exquisitely hand-crafted Bacalar barchetta and Batur coupe, the Batur convertible is limited to just 18 vehicles, each one offering innovative colors and materials never before seen on a production Bentley. The Batur Convertible advances the innovative design DNA introduced by the sold-out Batur coupe — changes that will guide the future design of Bentley cars. The Batur Convertible retains…

Images courtesy of Aston Martin From JustLuxe Content Partner MensGear Aston Martin is a marque long associated with automotive excellence and luxury. Unlike other high-performance vehicles, the British group’s fleet exudes a distinct level of elegance. It never fails to impress anyone who catches a glimpse of the exterior. However, one must peek inside the cabin to fully appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into models like the DBX707. Even a machine of its stature retains the signature sleekness people expect from the manufacturer. The company first introduced the crossover SUV series in 2020, and it became an immediate hit among…

From JustLuxe content partner The Supercar Blog In 2023, Mercedes-Benz launched the CLE-Class to replace the C and E-Class coupes. Unsurprisingly, it received the sporty AMG treatment later. Now, the automaker has revealed its convertible version. The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet will go on sale later this year. It’s a drop-top CLE 53 with a 3.0-liter turbocharged 6-cylinder mild-hybrid engine under the hood. The engine produces 443 hp, and the mild-hybrid system offers an additional boost of 23 hp at low speeds. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, which sends power to all four wheels.  Mercedes claims the CLE 53…

Courtesy of Barrett-JacksonBarrett-Jackson, creator of “the world’s greatest collector car auctions,” zoomed back into Palm Beach, Florida this weekend for the record breaking 2024 Palm Beach Auction held at the South Florida Fairgrounds. With new car introductions, including the long-awaited, first-ever Ford Mustang GTD, Barrett-Jackson Experiences, Dodge thrill rides, Ford hot laps in a 2024 Mustang Dark Horse Premium, and a Volvo Driving experience, the three-day supercar auction also saw numerous record-breaking sales. This year, 614 vehicles were sold at auction, all with No Reserve, for a total of $45.7 million. “From Aston Martin to Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche, we take…

Integration of Aston Martin’s all-new infotainment system and a striking new interior design Dynamics further enhanced by detail changes to chassis software calibration  DBX707 becomes the marques single powertrain in the ultra-luxury performance SUV portfolio Class-leading hardware remains unchanged; Aston Martin developed 707PS/900Nm 4.0-litre V8 engine mated to 9-speed wet clutch gearbox and Carbon Ceramic Brakes Deliveries scheduled to begin Q2 2024 [embedded content] Aston Martin DBX707’s unique blend of immense performance, exceptional dynamics, unmatched style and true luxury saw it rapidly ascend to the pinnacle of the sector, as the true Supercar of SUV’s. Such is the overwhelming popularity…

Lucid Air. Photo Courtesy of Lucid Motors Apr. 22nd, 2024 Designed in California, Lucid Motors is the quintessential California electric vehicle to drive up to a red carpet event or through towering redwood forests to picturesque Pacific Ocean beaches. During a recent Hollywood movie premier along Hollywood Blvd., a line of shiny black Lucid Electric Vehicles drove up to the red carpet delivering A-List stars to the event. As the rear door opened in each environmentally-friendly Lucid, the low-to-the-ground design allowed each person to gracefully glide out comfortably and with ease, compared to some of those arriving in SUVs. Peter…

Land Rover USACharting new territory for the British adventure brand, its all-new Defender will feature a “trick” 6D Dynamics suspension and electrified twin-turbo V-8. Some of the most capable off-road SUVs on the market bear the Defender nameplate, but according to Land Rover, its new Defender OCTA will be “the toughest, most capable, and luxurious Defender vehicle ever.” Set to debut later this year and named after an octahedral diamond, the OCTA will be powered by an electrified twin-turbocharged V-8 and feature Land Rover’s award-winning and very sophisticated 6D Dynamics air suspension. Available for the first time on a Defender vehicle, hydraulic interlinked…