Top 5 Benefits of Ceramic Coating for Your Ferrari
Owning a Ferrari comes with a passion for perfection, and maintaining that impeccable exterior is a non-negotiable mission. If you’re on the hunt for the secret to preserving your prancing horse’s showroom shine, consider the best Ferrari ceramic coating. This magical shield not only locks in the gleam but offers a myriad of benefits that go beyond the ordinary. Let’s dive into the top 5 reasons why the best Ferrari ceramic coating is a game-changer for your beloved ride.
1. Gleaming Perfection that Lasts
Picture this: your Ferrari, bathed in sunlight, gleaming like a polished gem on the road. Ceramic coating is like a magical shield that locks in that showroom shine. It forms a protective layer over the paint, shielding it from the harsh elements like UV rays, bird droppings, and tree sap.
You see, ceramic coating is not just a one-time dazzler. It’s the long-term commitment your Ferrari deserves. Unlike traditional waxes that wear off after a few weeks, ceramic coating can endure the test of time, keeping your ride looking as pristine as the day you drove it off the lot.
2. Say Goodbye to Nasty Scratches
Let’s face it – scratches are the nemesis of every car owner. One careless moment, and your Ferrari’s flawless finish is marred. Here’s where ceramic coating flexes its superhero muscles. It forms a protective barrier that acts as a shield against minor scratches and swirl marks.
Now, this doesn’t mean you can go all Fast and Furious with your keychain. However, it does mean that the day-to-day nicks and scrapes won’t leave a lasting mark on your beloved Ferrari. So, you can drive with peace of mind, knowing that your car’s exterior is fortified against the little bumps and scrapes that life throws your way.
3. Water, Water Everywhere – and Not a Spot in Sight
Have you ever noticed those annoying water spots that appear after a rainfall? They can be a real eyesore on your Ferrari’s glossy finish. Ceramic coating acts as a hydrophobic barrier, repelling water and preventing those unsightly spots from forming.
It’s like giving your car a forcefield against water damage. Rain or shine, your Ferrari will stay looking sharp, and you won’t have to spend hours drying and detailing after every rain shower. Convenience and beauty – talk about a win-win!
4. Easy-Breezy Cleaning
We get it – spending hours detailing your Ferrari is not everyone’s idea of a good time. With ceramic coating, cleaning becomes a breeze. The slick surface it creates makes dirt and grime less likely to stick, allowing you to effortlessly wipe away the mess.
Say goodbye to elbow grease and hello to a quicker, more enjoyable cleaning routine. Your Ferrari deserves to spend more time on the open road than in the garage, and ceramic coating helps make that a reality.
5. Resale Value Boost
Let’s talk about the long game. Investing in ceramic coating not only protects your Ferrari’s beauty but also adds value in the resale market. Potential buyers are drawn to a well-maintained, shiny exterior, and ceramic coating signals that your Ferrari has been pampered and cared for.
So, when the time comes to part ways with your prancing horse, you’ll not only have memories of thrilling rides but also a boosted resale value that reflects the care and attention you’ve lavished on your Ferrari.
In conclusion, ceramic coating is more than just a luxury for your Ferrari; it’s an investment in the longevity and allure of your prized possession. With its protective prowess and long-lasting benefits, ceramic coating ensures that your Ferrari remains a head-turner on the road for years to come. Give your Ferrari the gift of a radiant shield – because it deserves nothing but the best.
A Bespoke Rolls-Royce is more than just a precious possession. For the commissioning client, it is the realisation of an ambition; a vision made solid; a dream come true.
During 2023, those wishes inspired the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective to push their boundaries further than ever before. The year’s commissions opened up new opportunities in the use of rare and beautiful materials, intricate craft techniques, surface finishes and other innovative technologies. There were an exceptional number of ‘firsts’ for the marque, including hand-perforated leather seats, Starlight Headliners incorporating mesmerising celestial animations and three-dimensional sculptural elements, stunning engraved artworks, numerous new paint processes and the first-ever commission to incorporate a Bespoke scent.
Commissions drew inspiration from celestial events, the mysteries of space, enchanting geographic locations, family legacies, clients’ signature colors, and much more. Below are just a few spectacular examples that represent a lasting tribute to the vision, imagination and ambition of the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective and the remarkable clients who choose to celebrate their personal stories in Bespoke works of art.
ROSE BLOSSOM PHANTOM
This one-of-one Phantom Extended evokes the beauty and tranquility of a summer garden. Embroidered artwork celebrates the marque’s very own Phantom rose that blooms in the courtyard of the Home of Rolls-Royce. This special flower is illustrated in the Gallery and on the coach doors. In addition, the flowers are depicted in the Starlight Headliner which took over 200 hours to complete. Four species of butterfly – Swallowtail, Peacock, Common Blue and Duke of Burgundy – can be seen flitting amongst the blooms.
The captivating floral theme continues in the intricate and detailed rose marquetry on the passenger panel and rear waterfall.
PHANTOM SYNTOPIA
The most technically complex Bespoke commission ever undertaken, Phantom Syntopia was created in collaboration with Dutch fashion designer and Haute Couturière Iris van Herpen. It explores the beauty of fluid motion in solid materials in its ‘Weaving Water’ theme, which extends across the Gallery artwork, picnic tables, front passenger panel, bonnet and Bespoke Starlight Headliner.
The ‘Weaving Water’ Starlight Headliner alone took almost 700 hours to produce, using a single sheet of leather overlaid on woven ‘liquid metal’ fabric to create a three-dimensional effect. It includes 162 delicate glass organza ‘pearls’, applied at the Home of Rolls-Royce by members of Iris van Herpen’s team.
The rear seats are upholstered in a specially created silk-blend fabric with the Weaving Water motif. For a long-lasting, sophisticated sensory experience, Bespoke Collective incorporated a scent-releasing mechanism housed within the headrests.
The fully Bespoke Starlight Headliner includes an animated sequence replicating the moment of totality: a circle of 940 fiber-optic ‘stars’ represents the corona around the Moon’s silhouette, surrounded by a further 192 ‘stars’. The animation remains visible for precisely seven minutes and 31 seconds – the longest possible duration of a total solar eclipse.
The illuminated fascia features 1,846 laser-etched ‘stars’ in a symbolic timeline of a total eclipse. The design culminates in a Bespoke timepiece incorporating a brilliant-cut 0.5-carat diamond set into the bezel, recalling the ‘Diamond Ring’ effect.
BLACK BADGE CULLINAN BLUE SHADOW
The Black Badge Cullinan Blue Shadow Private Collection is inspired by the Kármán Line, the invisible boundary 62 miles above the Earth’s surface, where our atmosphere ends and outer space begins. The Starlight Headliner includes an intricate embroidery depicting the Moon’s surface, made up of 250,000 individual stiches in five different thread colors.
It’s surrounded by 1,183 twinkling fiber-optic ‘stars’ – 799 white and 384 blue – each placed by hand. The leather seats feature artistic perforations for the very first time. The artwork, formed with 75,000 tiny perforations, mimics the patterns of clouds swirling over the continents and oceans as seen from space.
GHOST CHAMPAGNE ROSE
Ghost Champagne Rose celebrates the commissioning client’s signature color, inspired by her digital persona @ChampagneRose. Creating a single-tone color across both exterior finish and interior trim is exceptionally complex; materials absorb and reflect light differently, and the eye perceives slight variations if exactly the same color is applied to all surfaces. The Bespoke Collective therefore developed numerous formulations of the ‘Champagne Rose’ hue, each subtly adjusted according to each material’s specific surface characteristics – a true technical and artistic tour de force.
MANCHESTER GHOST
This one-of-one Ghost celebrates Manchester’s pivotal historical connection with the marque. It was in the city’s Midland Hotel on 4 May 1904 that Charles Rolls and Henry Royce first met and agreed to build ‘the best car in the world’.
The illuminated fascia features 10,000 laser-etched dots depicting an aerial view of Manchester, with the largest dot showing the location of the Midland Hotel. The design also includes the Manchester Bee – the city’s emblem for over 150 years, symbolizing hard work and collective endeavor. It appears as a coachline motif and delicate embroidery on the front and rear seat inserts.
GHOST AMBER ROADS
This magnificent collection, comprising just 12 examples, is inspired by amber, known as the ‘Gold of the North’ and traded along routes known as ‘Amber Roads’ for over 3,500 years. These historic trade routes are depicted in the Bespoke Starlight Headliner and illuminated fascia panel.
The two-tone exterior finish and interior palette capture amber’s warm, lustrous character. A piece of polished amber is set into the central rotary dial to add an extra tactile dimension.
BLACK BADGE WRAITH
BLACK ARROW PRIVATE COLLECTION
Created to mark the end of production of Wraith, this Private Collection includes the final 12 examples of the last-ever Rolls-Royce V12 coupé.
The design celebrates the land speed record set by Captain George Eyston on 16 September 1938 on Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats. The Bespoke Starlight Headliner’s 2,117 fiber-optic ‘stars’ depict the Milky Way and the constellations precisely as they would have appeared there that night. The complex design on coach doors, comprising over 320 lasered marquetry pieces, mimics the cracked, irregular surface of the Salt Flats.
Unique fascia artwork depicting Wraith’s V12 engine, engraved on a single sheet of black-coated aluminum to reveal the gleaming metal beneath, commemorates the legacy of this Rolls-Royce icon.
THE PEARL CULLINAN
Commissioned for the owner by his family to mark a significant birthday, this magnificent Cullinan reflects the client’s passion for pearls and includes some of the most elaborate use of mother-of-pearl ever seen in a Rolls-Royce motor car.
The exterior finish captures the colors of the most prized pearl in the owner’s collection. The Picnic Tables feature a spectacular circular pattern made from 1,351 separate pieces of mother-of-pearl, each individually selected and inlaid by hand. The fascia motif illustrates the Arabic symbol for ‘father’ inlaid in stainless steel. The Bespoke Starlight Headliner shows the sky as it appeared at the owner’s birthplace on the night he was born.
PHANTOM CINQUE TERRE
This one-of-one Phantom celebrates the unique landscape and viticultural heritage of Italy’s Cinque Terre region. The Gallery artwork represents an imagined amalgamation of elements from the five Ligurian cliffside villages, sketched digitally, then airbrushed by hand.
The Bespoke Starlight Headliner features a map of Italy, embroidered in 14,338 individual stitches, with five prominent ‘stars’ marking the locations of the villages.
The rear doors are adorned with a delicate grape-branch embroidery, each comprising 9,215 stitches and using two different techniques to create luster and texture. The grapes motif also appears as an intricate plated gold and stainless steel inlay on the rear picnic tables, as well as the coachline motif.
BLACK BADGE CULLINAN LUCID NIGHTS
These three striking commissions, created exclusively for Korea, are inspired by the scenery, atmosphere and dynamism of Seoul Metropolitan City at night. Bold exterior colorways, reminiscent of the neon-lit streets of Seoul, include the daring Lime Green, luscious Indy Red and vibrant Tucana Purple.
BLACK BADGE CULLINAN LUCID NIGHTS
These three striking commissions, created exclusively for Korea, are inspired by the scenery, atmosphere and dynamism of Seoul Metropolitan City at night. Bold exterior colorways, reminiscent of the neon-lit streets of Seoul, include the daring Lime Green, luscious Indy Red and vibrant Tucana Purple.
Spectacular tour over 800 km delivers the ultimate in luxury and authentic experiences via the driving prowess of the lifestyle version of the Super SUV
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 20th December 2023: The magical Omani culture and landscapes coupled with five-star luxury and unique experiences shaped the Lamborghini Esperienza Avventura in Oman, which welcomed an exclusive group of guests from across Europe. Each of the four-day tours started with guests arriving in Muscat and a stay at the first of three venues, starting with the renowned beach resort The Chedi.
Commencing with a welcome dinner on the seaside at the celebrated five-star coastal venue, guests departed the Chedi next morning in one of eight Urus S reserved for them, accompanied by three Lamborghini professional drivers and support vehicles to cover more than 330 km during the first day. After a coffee break on a cliff facing the white sands of Fins beach, the Urus S tackled challenging rugged areas away from the roads heading up the Hajar mountains, with a lunch break at the 1500m-high Salmah Plateau with its traditional villages, underground caves and tombs. The tour then headed onwards to the endless dunes of Wahiba Sands for a night of exclusive desert glamping, where guests were welcomed by a local Omani Bedouin band and experienced a traditional dinner under the stars of the desert.
The second day of driving saw the tour pause for a mid-morning sojourn at Wadi Indam Natural Park, considered one of the biggest rivers in the entire Sultanate, before heading to the 17th century town of Nizwa, an important stronghold in Omani history, where participants could visit the ancient fort and the Imam’s castle. The Super SUV proved its unrivaled abilities to all as it chewed up road miles and tackled sand and rough terrains, arriving for lunch in the ruined village of Birkat Al Mouz amidst its date and banana plantations. The last stage of 280 km’s driving through captivating landscapes led guests to the exclusive Alila Jabal Akhdar hotel, perched on a clifftop over 2000 meters above sea level. The dinner took place on a deck with a breathtaking vista over the surrounding canyon accompanied by the sound of a local oud player.
On their final day clients departed to drive 200 km-plus back towards The Chedi, Muscat and they waded the river Wadi Dabaun in the Urus S, that had so capably taken them in versatile luxury across 821 km of varied terrains. Authentic and exclusive experiences combined with insights into Omani culture, characterized by a great hospitality, the Lamborghini guests left Oman full of memories of such a diverse country and of Urus S that had delivered so many unique and memorable driving emotions and experiences.
*Fuel consumption and emission values of Urus S; Fuel consumption combined: 14,1 l/100km (WLTP); CO₂-emissions combined: 320 g/km (WLTP)
The Little Car Company, manufacturers of the limited edition 75% scale Ferrari Testa Rossa J, has unveiled its all-new display at Harrods, one of the world’s foremost luxury department stores. In partnership with Harrods, The Little Car Company has created an immersive display of the Ferrari Testa Rossa J, offering shoppers the unique opportunity to see the car up close.
Situated in the Technology Hall on the fifth floor of Harrods, the display installation presents the Testa Rossa J at its best. The car is displayed on an angled plinth to offer a dynamic view of the scaled, electrified classic. Exhibited in a special historic livery of Blu Nart and Bianco Cervino, the Testa Rossa J features the quintessential Ferrari Rosso Corsa red exterior and is complemented by an elegant Beige Tradizione leather and tone-on-tone stitched interior.
Customers also have the opportunity to sample the extensive customisation possibilities that come with owning a Ferrari Testa Rossa J. Behind the display is an immersive sample pod, which allows customers to view a selection of leathers and paints, offering a glimpse of the array of potential colour schemes and combinations available.
Built in partnership with Ferrari Classiche, only 299 Ferrari Testa Rossa Js will ever be built, and each example will be developed and handcrafted using the original drawings held by the team at Maranello.
A celebration of one of motorsport’s most iconic racers, the Ferrari Testa Rossa J is the result of extensive research and design, notably into the glorious liveries that adorned the 250 Testa Rossa throughout its racing history. This research has fed into the personalisation process that comes with owning a Testa Rossa J, with 14 historic liveries, 53 bodywork colours and a range of racing liveries all available to choose from.
Ben Hedley, CEO of The Little Car Company, said: “The Ferrari Testa Rossa J celebrates history, legacy and the very best of craftsmanship, and we believe that it is only right for it to be displayed in one of the world’s most prestigious and iconic luxury department stores. The expansion of our presence at Harrods is testament to the ever-growing strength of our relationship, and the alignment of our shared values in creating an exciting and immersive experience for shoppers and customers.
“Our Ferrari Testa Rossa J display will give shoppers the unique opportunity to see the car in all its resplendent glory, showcasing its extraordinary attention to detail and the expert craftsmanship that lovingly goes into each vehicle.”
Shoppers at Harrods will be able to enquire with a member of the sales team on site about reserving their bespoke Ferrari Testa Rossa J.
The collaboration between The Little Car Company and Ferrari has enabled a faithful and accurate reimagining of one of motorsport’s most legendary cars. The body of the Testa Rossa J, made of hand-formed aluminium, goes through the exact same process as the original, while the steering and suspension geometry have both been painstakingly replicated. The steering wheel itself is supplied by Nardi, makers of the original steering wheel.
Delicate additions also provide a slice of modernity to the Testa Rossa J, with pedals taken from the F8 Tributo, and Pirelli tyres fitted on the handmade 12-inch wire wheels. In the cockpit, repurposed instruments adorn the dash, with battery temperature and charge level dials providing important driving information, while a delightfully designed Manettino, inspired by the Ferrari 812 Superfast, enables the driver to select from a range of driving modes.
Four driving modes are available, catering for drives of all ages and abilities:
Novice mode: 1kW / 24km/h
Comfort mode: 4kW / 40km/h
Sport mode: 10kW / 80km/h
Race mode: 12kW / 80km/h
Three batteries, all located at the front of the car, power the electric engine and provide approximately 90km of range, depending on driving style.
To configure your very own Ferrari Testa Rossa J, please visit: testarossaj.com
Pirelli has been confirmed on the Dow Jones World and Europe Sustainability Indexes following the annual review of the indices conducted by S&P Global.
The confirmation follows the announcement in November that Pirelli had obtained the highest scores in the Auto Components and Automotive sectors as part of the S&P Global 2023 Corporate Sustainability Assessment. Pirelli obtained the maximum score in a variety of areas, including Business Ethics, innovation, attention to human rights, health and safety, management of climate change.
Top scores were also achieved in the reduction of CO2 emissions, attention to the supplier codes of conduct, management of biodiversity, environmental and product sustainability, and cyber security. These results led to Pirelli obtaining a total score of 83 points, the highest of the Auto Components and Automotive sectors at the global level, significantly higher than the average of 26 points in the auto components sector and 33 in the Automotive sector.
Marco Tronchetti Provera, Executive Vice Chairman of Pirelli, commented: “The confirmation of Pirelli on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes is both an acknowledgement and a push to set ever more challenging sustainability goals. Companies have a very important role in the current complex international framework, to favor a sustainable transition in both economic and social terms”.
Launched in 1999, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes of S&P Global are among the most important stock market indexes in terms of sustainability at the world level. The annual analysis covers 62 business sectors and is extended to more than 13,000 companies.
Polaris Slingshot’s New 2024 Model Year Lineup Delivers Extraordinary Driving Experiences & One-of-a-Kind On-Road Adventures
New 2024 Slingshot Lineup Represents the Ultimate Platform for Self-Expression, Introduces Thoughtful Updates & Refinements, Premium Paint & Head-Turning Graphics
Embraced by those who demand attention and appreciate its one-of-a-kind on-road adventure, the Polaris Slingshot is unlike anything else on the road. With an open cockpit, three-wheels, and bold, head-turning style, Slingshot serves as the ultimate platform for self-expression – driven by a diverse community of riders who dare to be different.
The familiar, automotive-like† driving experience makes Slingshot an exciting, approachable option for those new to powersports. In fact, 85% of new 2023 Slingshot customers had not previously owned a Polaris product. Slingshot’s wide appeal also helps the powersports leader engage a broader spectrum of audiences. In 2023, new Slingshot owners were twice as likely to be multicultural (non-white) and included 90% more women than other Polaris brands.
“We designed and developed the first Slingshot with a spirit of innovation and a drive to create something unlike anything else in the marketplace,” said Chris Sergeant, Polaris Slingshot Vice President.
“Over the past several years, it’s been incredible to grow Slingshot into a true lifestyle brand. People from all walks of life, all around the country, are experiencing the thrill of Slingshot ownership. Their Slingshot is a statement of their individuality and they’ve become part of the tight-knit Slingshot community.”
For 2024, Polaris introduces thoughtful refinements and bold, head-turning graphics across its five-model 2024 autocycle lineup, available in both manual and AutoDrive transmissions.
New Paint & Graphics
Paint color and quality are key to creating a head-turning ride. For 2024, Polaris has a wide range of premium paint options and graphics packages across its entire lineup. While paint options like Moonlight White and Jet Black provide a blank canvas for personalization and self-expression, new colors like Radar Blue Fade, Gold Rush, and Purple Lightning deliver a custom-like look straight from the factory. Adding to that, SL and SLR models receive all-new sporty graphics packages set to match the adventurous personality of its driver.
SL Wheels
Keeping with style trends, Polaris updated the SL wheels, and for 2024, all SL models will come standard with a sleek and stylish wheel design in a new midnight charcoal metallic color. For SL customers who are looking to really make a statement, the new design is available to personalize direct from the factory with an upgraded machine accent finish.
Stage 2 Audio Experience
Driving a Slingshot activates all five senses, and for Slingshot owners, the sound is just as important as the style.
New for 2024, Slingshot’s Stage 2 Audio Package has leveled up from 100-watts of in-cockpit audio to a booming 200-watts with all-new Rockford Fosgate® integrated speakers. The improved system has never sounded better, featuring new speakers built into the side kick panels within the cockpit along with an adjustment to dash tweeters to amplify sound off the vehicle’s wind deflector. Owners buying straight off the dealership floor will now have the best Stage 2 Audio Package ever offered right from the factory. The new Stage 2 Audio Package is standard on 2024 models SL and above and will be added to S models when drivers level-up with RIDE COMMAND.
Slingshot ROUSH® Edition
Back by popular demand, Polaris is reintroducing the Slingshot ROUSH® Edition. Designed at the intersection of head turning looks and performance lifestyle, the Slingshot ROUSH® Edition delivers a racetrack attitude with exclusive ROUSH® branding.
Built upon the Slingshot R platform, the Slingshot ROUSH® Edition packs the 203-horsepower ProStar engine but adds premium componentry, including Brembo® Brakes with exclusive slotted rotors, a Slingshot Excursion Top, Sparco® Pedal Covers, and an exclusive race car-inspired steering wheel with color accents. Taking stand-out style to an entirely new level, the Slingshot ROUSH® Edition features a special graphics package that enhances Slingshot’s distinctive look and performance with unmistakable ROUSH® styling and branding, including seats with an exclusive design, a special edition color-matched design for the instrument cluster, and blacked-out badging. Manual transmission options feature a ROUSH® Block “R” branding on the gear shift knob, while AutoDrive offerings are standard with Paddle Shifters.
Factory Accessories
Whether personalizing the vehicle for longer, adventurous drives with added comfort and more storage, or customizing the style and sound for a personal touch, Polaris offers a wide range of factory accessories.
Top selections include Heated and Cooled Seats, Roll Hoop Stage 3 Audio Kit by Rockford Fosgate®, hard and soft tops like the Slingshade and Excursion Top, and integrated storage bags that seamlessly fit within the Slingshot cockpit.
Utilizing the Polaris “Build Yours” digital configurator on Slingshot.Polaris.com, drivers can customize their Slingshot. After selecting the preferred model, transmission type, and paint color, drivers have an array of accessories, including Series Curated Collections for fully built out inspiration pieces, that can be digitally selected for a real-time build out. Users will experience a fully interactive 360-degree rendering of their current build, as parts and colors change throughout the build process – all while keeping a running price quote to stay within budget.
New 2024 accessories include the following:
Excursion Top Canvas Options:
Drivers choosing to add an Excursion Top to their ride can now add even more customization by selecting one of three new color options.
The Excursion Top Canvas is now offered with black, gray, and red Slingshot branding – matching or contrasting with the vehicle’s overall design.
Excursion Top Rear Panel:
The new Excursion Top Rear Panel provides a more enjoyable cockpit experience by minimizing road noise and reducing wind buffeting. The quick-release, rear smoked polycarbonate panels are compatible with models featuring rear lower roll hoop humps and Roll Hoop Stage 3 Audio Kit by Rockford Fosgate®.
200W Audio Kit by Rockford Fosgate®: While standard on 2024 SL, SLR, R and ROUSH® Edition models, the Slingshot Stage 2 Audio System by Rockford Fosgate® is available to add to 2024 S models. Owners with a 2021-2023 Slingshot can purchase the speaker-only option and upgrade the system from 100 watts to 200 watts. With the new 200W integrated speakers, drivers will experience louder and clearer sound.
Updated Style Items: Along with the new 2024 model year lineup, Slingshot is introducing more than 75 accessories with updated color options for the perfect match with the new 2024 paint colors. Updated accessories include rear fenders and decals, exterior accents, Vented Sport Hood, belt guards, front grille, Slingshade, Roll Hoop stage 3 audio, and more.
Paint & Pricing
S: Starting at $21,999 for manual and $23,849 for AutoDrive, S is available in Moonlight White.
S with Technology Package 1: Starting at $24,849 for manual and $26,699 for AutoDrive, S with Technology Package 1 is available in Moonlight White and Jet Black.
SL: Starting at $28,149 for manual and $29,999 for AutoDrive, is available in Ocean Gray, Volt Orange, Midnight Blue, and Miami Blue Pearl.
SLR: Starting at $31,149 for Manual and $32,999 for AutoDrive, is available in Moonlight Shadow, Slingshot Red Pearl, and Seaglass Haze.
R: Starting at $34,799 for manual and $36,949 for AutoDrive, is available in Phantom Gray, Radar Blue Fade, Army Green Flash, Gold Rush, and Purple Lightening.
Slingshot ROUSH® Edition: Starting at $38,149 for manual and $40,299 for AutoDrive, Slingshot ROUSH® Edition is available in a special Racetrack Red paint scheme.
The 2024 Slingshot lineup will begin shipping to dealers in early 2024. Drivers can learn more about the 2024 lineup HERE.
Polaris Slingshot, a brand of Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), continues to define the category through style, ride experience, and community with our three-wheeled autocycle. With AutoDrive and manual transmission options, an open cockpit, side-by-side seating, 5” ride height, and a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Pro Star engine, Slingshot comes in a variety of models that are sure to make a statement. Step into a Slingshot for an adventurous and unrivaled ride experience. Learn more, visit slingshot.polaris.com.
Slingshot is a three-wheeled motorcycle. It is not an automobile. It does not have airbags, and it does not meet automotive safety standards. Three wheel vehicles may handle differently than other vehicles, especially in wet conditions. Always wear a DOT-approved full-face helmet and fasten seatbelts. The driver may need a valid motorcycle endorsement.
A COCKPIT DESIGNED FOR EXHILARATING EXPERIENCES ON TRACK
The Bolide’s incredible performance – and therefore its resulting interior packaging requirements – necessitated a monocoque even stronger and stiffer than the Chiron’s.
A new monocoque created the opportunity for a new seating position – one that leans rearwards into the automobile, allowing for the heels of the driver to sit slightly raised and for the passenger to be optimally angled towards the nose of the Bolide, mirroring similar arrangements that feature in some of the world’s most extreme racecars. Due to the raw and uncompromising nature of the Bolide there are no parts nor trim levels shared with the Chiron family; on the contrary, the interior of the Bolide has been exclusively crafted just for this project, including optimized racing seats, a high-tech steering wheel and an array of bespoke arrangements that encompass safety, comfort and performance.
Forming a connection to the captivating exterior DNA of the Bolide, where at the rear of the hyper sports car is its instantly recognizable X-shaped taillights treatment that perfectly frames a striking new central exhaust configuration, Bolide’s cockpit melds elegantly around the same daring ‘X-theme’ design. Just as instantly visible as the exterior rear lights, once inside the Bolide, the primary focal point is a visionary steering wheel that, at its core, has an ‘X-theme’ structure. In essence, the design of the Bolide steering wheel is intended to inspire total confidence as the driver and car become one – especially when taking on the extreme forces that the car will let the driver experience.
Yet with its finely balanced proportions, the steering wheel also takes on a peerless artistic form in its own right, transforming into a creative piece of artistry when the Bolide is resting. The steering wheel can be easily unfastened, taken out of the cockpit, and used to creatively enhance a space in which the Bolide owner sees fit, such as a high-level business boardroom, serving to remind them that another thrilling on-track Bugatti driving experience is never far off.
State-of-the-art modeling software enhanced the development process of the Bolide’s innovative ‘X-theme’ steering wheel. The Bugatti design team intuitively embraced hightech 3D shaping with polygonal modeling, the latter being an advanced technique established by developers from the gaming and visual effects industry. Such a technique allowed the Bugatti specialists to accurately model the steering wheel with all its advanced components and subsystems. Using this innovative process, the team was able to simulate each feature and the varying surfaces of the unit – including the multitude of complex structures, interactions, and meeting points – using just polygon meshes. The entire process enhanced quality and – equally importantly – sped up the design optimization iterations required for the steering wheel as development progressed, allowing the design team to react in real-time to each new feedback based on testing sessions located on race tracks in other parts of the world.
In fact, the design of the steering wheel was also informed by valuable feedback from Bugatti’s test drivers, who specified the need for a tight, compact and ergonomic package featuring eight key buttons placed optimally for ease of functionality when driving at breathtaking speeds on track and dealing with the G-forces the Bolide creates.
Tailored specifically for on-track driving, the Bolide must relay data in real-time to the driver in a highly precise and easy-to-interpret manner. The driver, therefore, has the option to engage with one of two Bolide display interfaces. The first mode features complex and sophisticated data requested by the Bugatti test drivers – essentially core motorsport values that the pilot needs to monitor when undertaking a high-performance on-track drive. The second mode makes available an overview of key information to the customer. This mode provides customers the opportunity to attain a sense of familiarity when being in command of the Bolide, taking on a greater amount of data inputs, the impact of G-forces and the intense overriding emotions that the Bolide experience provides.
The unique ‘X-theme’ aesthetic on which the Bolide steering wheel is formed upon flows with abundance around the cockpit, creating a compelling design unison. The Bolide’s seats are immersed in a striking ‘X-theme’ treatment that is embedded within the multipad-design of the seats. To enable perfect comfort attributes and accessibility when entering the car, the outer pads of the seat’s backrest and of the headrest open together with the door, creating an optimal space in which to enter the cockpit. The ‘X-theme’ aesthetic continues to create a synergy, in this instance featuring within the 3D-printed frame that connects the headrest pad to the door structure.
The multi-pad seats are layered with precision directly onto the monocoque, ensuring an unwavering connection is made between the pilot and their Bolide without any compromise to comfort. Such an arrangement helps to significantly reduce weight and makes Bolide the first Bugatti to have seats that are fixed, in the process ensuring a perfect seating position is realized for a high-performance track-only car. Both the steering wheel and pedals are adjustable to meet the exact needs of the driver.
Four seating size options – all of which cocoon the driver seamlessly within the interior of the Bolide – are available, including one seat package that takes in the specific and unique shapes of the customer’s body. A range of materials can be specified for the seat, including leather, suede, napa and Alcantara, and detailing that ranges from dynamic quilting’s into fine laser perforations, staying true to the personalization concept at the heart of each Bolide configuration.
Keeping the experience cool for the customer when on-track and behind the wheel of the Bolide is a lightweight climate control system, which channels its airflow out of a beautifully symmetrical quad design system incorporating four pipes with aluminum nozzles – another aesthetic connection to the Bolide’s exterior DNA.
With Bolide customers close to completing the personalization process of their on-track racing masterpieces, Bugatti’s expert test drivers, designers and engineers are finalizing the last remaining modifications to ensure each Bolide example is unparalleled in every respect. Christophe Piochon, President of Bugatti Automobiles, said: “Bugatti prides itself on striving for perfection on every level within the ongoing creation of its performancedefining hyper sports cars. This uncompromising approach has also been applied to our track-only car, the Bolide, for which we’ve created a very special bespoke interior and unique driving experience that will leave an everlasting impression on every driver.”
‘Toyota has completely redefined its flagship for 2025, and it’s magnificently majestic. Regaining its crown as king, this seductive sedan possesses additional cargo space, legroom as well as intuitionthan previous models.’– 360
Toyota Unveils the Powerful and Purely Hybrid Next Generation Camry
Redesigned Stylish New Look and High-Tech Interior
Exclusively Equipped with 5th Generation Toyota Hybrid System available in FWD and AWD
Powerful Hybrid System with Up-to 232 Net-Combined Horsepower on AWD Model – 30HP Increase Over Prior Mechanical AWD Model
Re-Engineered Suspension and Braking System for Balanced Handling and Comfort
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Standard
Development and Manufacturing led by U.S.
Building upon greatness, the Toyota Camry enters its ninth generation with a fresh new look, enhanced performance, and a Hybrid powertrain that’s made to move. Designed and assembled in the U.S., the new Camry masterfully amplifies everything drivers love about the current best-selling sedan in the U.S., with more power, striking good looks, feature packed convenience, and capable handling. And now, as a part of Toyota’s effort to provide electrification for all, the 2025 Toyota Camry will be an exclusively Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), offering a combination of power and fuel efficiency that is ready to take on the daily drive.
Powering the Camry is Toyota’s first-ever sedan pairing of its 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine and fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS 5). Combining the engine’s power with two electric motors, this dynamic new HEV has a standard 225 net combined horsepower on Front Wheel Drive (FWD) models and 232HP on Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) equipped models. Toyota engineers have also tuned the new HEV system at lower speeds to reduce engine RPMs and increase power from the traction battery to provide satisfying acceleration and torque feel. The Toyota Camry will also adopt the “Beyond Zero” badge to signal Toyota’s strong commitment to reducing carbon emissions and its vision for a carbon-neutral future.
For the first time ever on a Camry Hybrid, Toyota’s Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system will be available on all grades. For added peace of mind, the AWD system provides additional traction when needed, like during inclement weather or while cornering. The AWD system’s capability comes from a dedicated rear electric drive motor generator that automatically supplies power to the rear wheels when needed.
The 2025 Toyota Camry is expected to arrive at Toyota Dealerships in the Spring of 2024.
Sleek New Generation
The ninth generation Camry, designed by CALTY’s Newport Beach, California and Ann Arbor, Michigan studios, delivers a sleeker, athletic look to the popular sedan’s design. The distinctive hammerhead front fascia adds a fresh clean look that is sure to turn heads. All grades will feature slim LED headlights, daytime running lights and taillights.
The SE and XSE grades have sporty exterior styling with a sleek roofline and a chiseled body. The sport grades feature racing-inspired functional aerodynamic air ducts, front-side canards and a rear diffuser. The rear also has an exposed dual-tip exhaust as well as a rear lip spoiler. The XSE will further the sporty style with a unique color matched front grille and black trunk garnish. With standard 18-inch multi-spoke black-finished alloy wheels on SE grades and standard 19-inch multi-spoke black and smoke gray-finished alloy wheels on the XSE, these models will be a sure stand-out amongst its peers.
Exterior color options include newly available Ocean Gem and Heavy Metal that will join Camry favorites like Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Underground, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, and Reservoir Blue. The XSE grades add an available two-tone look with Ocean Gem, Wind Chill Pearl, Heavy Metal and Supersonic Red paired with a Midnight Black Metallic roof.
Open-Style Cockpit
Merging with the impeccable craftsmanship of Camry, the modern open-concept and refined materials offer a unique experience to the interior design of each grade.
Beginning with the sport grades, the SE comes with SofTex®-trimmed seats featuring sporty bold white accents in either Boulder or Black while the XSE adds a standard leather-trimmed interior with artistic “shooting blade” patterned perforations found on both the side door trim and seating surfaces. The XSE interior is available in two colors: Black with blue lined perforations or the fan-favorite Cockpit Red. Both the SE and XSE grades come equipped with standard aluminum sport pedals and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters.
The comfort grades also showcase their own interior personality and style. The LE will feature an expertly designed interior inspired by ocean waves with an embossed pattern in woven fabric found on the interior trim and seat surfaces in Boulder or Black. The higher-end XLE grade is the first Toyota Camry to feature leather and Dinamica® microfiber-trimmed seats offered in Light Gray or Black. A quilted pattern in this material can also be found on the front door panels and dashboard.
The Camry will also have enhanced seat comfortability. Toyota engineers achieved this by changing the shape and density of the seat cushion and by increasing the cushion length. The headrest was also softened and moved rearward to enhance seat and ride comfort. That comfort can be extended on the XLE and XSE grades with available front heated and ventilated seats that can be adjusted to three levels. These higher-end grades will also have a quieter cabin thanks to the standard front-side acoustic laminated glass to help reduce wind noise and harshness.
Toyota Camry also sets the standard for convenience. The next generation model comes with a standard smart-key with push-to-start and a dual-zone automatic climate control system with rear air vents. For those who may have multiple drivers in the household, the XLE grade offers an available driver’s memory seat and memory side view mirrors. For added convenience, the XLE has available automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers. And, for the first time on a Camry Hybrid, the XLE and XSE grades will have the option of adding a power tilt and slide panoramic roof with a power-retractable sunshade.
•Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ghost is among the oldest name for the world’s leading luxury brand
•Ghost carries the tradition of Rolls-Royce names based on the ethereal realm
•Ghost conveys a sense of subtle elegance, the kind of luxury that lurked in the shadows, never ostentatious but always present.
•Rolls-Royce has reached into the ethereal realm over the past century for some of the most iconic names in luxury
•Rolls-Royce Ghost embodies the silence, power, and poise shared with its spiritual inspiration
“Rolls-Royce motor cars named after spirits or ethereal entities evoke a sense of mystique. This tradition has deep historical roots, carrying on a tradition of more than a century. As the most respected name in luxury, Rolls-Royce has always stood outside and above the automotive arena, and distinctive names like Ghost and Spectre differentiate our brand from all others. Rolls-Royce commissions are instantly recognizable not just by their design but also by their names.” — Martin Fritsches, President & CEO, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, NA
The tradition of naming Rolls-Royce motor cars after spirits, mythical beings, or celestial bodies dates to the early 20th century. It is deeply rooted in the brand’s history and consistently upholds a sense of continuity and heritage. The tradition started with the Grey Ghost, soon followed by The Silver Ghost which was a name bestowed upon one of the brand’s most historic models. Prior to this christening, the model was commonly known as the 40/50 hp, or its smaller counterpart, the 20 hp. Silver Ghost was a name that exuded a certain mystique, a blend design and classic allure, an embodiment of power and poise. Its name matched its essence.
Ghost: Unveiling the Elegance of the Ethereal Silver Ghost quickly became a legendary vehicle that set numerous endurance records in the early 20th century. Owners soon discovered that it was more than just a car; it was an experience. It was a companion that whispered tales of timeless luxury and drove them through life with an air of sophistication. Silver Ghost was not just an automobile; it was a work of art, a piece of luxury that blended artisanship and engineering. More than a century later the name speaks of tradition, innovation, and luxury. It is a name hinting at the extraordinary, as if the car possessed qualities that were not entirely of this world.
The first Goodwood era Rolls-Royce Ghost, revealed in 2009, rekindled the rich blend of history and mythology. It pays homage to the original Silver Ghost. Today, Ghost represents modernity and allure in the brand’s lineup. This name choice not only celebrates the company’s heritage but also symbolizes the ethereal, whisper-quiet, and ghostly smooth ride that the modern Rolls-Royce Ghost provides, emphasizing the brand’s commitment to luxury and innovation.
Rolls-Royce Ghost has become an enduring legend, a name synonymous with luxury, artisanship, and a touch of the ethereal. It proved that a name could be more than just letters; it could be a portal to a world of elegance and excellence. In the world of luxury, the name Ghost became a byword for perfection.
The names chosen for Rolls-Royce vehicles carry a symbolic weight that reflects the qualities and values the company wishes to associate with their cars. Names like Ghost, Phantom, Wraith, and now Spectre convey an air of mystique, grace, and timelessness. Other names, including Corniche, Dawn, and Shadow, evoke a more fleeting concept or emotion. Regardless, a Rolls-Royce motor cars’ name is evocative of the unparalleled quality and Bespoke craftsmanship that goes into every Rolls-Royce vehicle.
On October 30, 1963, the Turin Motor Show – then one of the biggest motoring events in the world – opened the doors to its 45th edition. At the Maserati stand, the Quattroporte made its debut. Today marks the 60th anniversary of the luxury sedan destined to mark new pathways for six generations of motorists.
This is a celebration that recalls some major milestones for the Modena brand, as Quattroporte is one of the greatest expressions of the House of the Trident. From stylistic leaps to innovations and technical developments, Quattroporte encapsulates a journey into one of the most exclusive parts of motoring. This luxury sports sedan has long served a specific cross-section of society behind the wheel and launched a new automotive segment.
As with so many other iconic cars that have been a sign of their times, ever since its debut in the early 1960s the Quattroporte has garnered acclaim and has inspired successive generations. This is a product that has been able to reinvent itself with no fear of pushing the envelope, one faithful to the pursuit of excellence in design and performance. With over a century of history and more than 75,000 Quattroporte models produced, Maserati has created a car capable of being constantly innovative while remaining true to its roots over the years.
Brought about as a result of intuition and the audacity of the Italian marque, the first-generation Quattroporte was a pioneer, featuring a roaring 8-cylinder racing-derived engine which was enhanced by a dynamic yet elegant design and a refined interior.
Positioned over the years as a “living room on the move,” or a “limousine with a racing spirit,” the initial version could reach 230 km/h. A majestic car with extremely welcoming spaces and regal allure, Quattroporte has always been accustomed to the limelight and was destined to generate a fortunate lineage of cars that can still surprise to this day.
It is representative of the passion and talent of all those involved in the project over the years – Frua plotted the initial curvature, followed by other masters including Bertone, Giugiaro, Gandini, and Pininfarina, through to the Maserati Centro Stile, home to the latest and current generation of Quattroporte. An entire family of technicians, mechanics, test drivers, and designers took it from the blueprints to the road. Quattroporte has long been and still remains the jewel in the crown of the Modena company’s intense story and in the professional lives of so many people.
While the second-generation Quattroporte was a more daring attempt, the Quattroporte III – in the hands of De Tomaso – marked a resounding success; followed by a new challenge that was fully overcome toward the end of the intense 1990s; then by a model that severed ties with the past while remaining faithful to its winning formula as did the multi-award-winning 2003 generation, and that – with the sixth-generation – has taken to the stage once again in its most modern version years later. After all the restyling, progress in engineering, changes in corporate structure, and the countless models produced, this sedan has retained its potent approach to exclusivity.
In the garages of the most discerning motorists, royalty, in the background of memorable films (having been featured in more than 60 productions), photographed on red carpets or accompanying the highest-ranking officials at events, and beloved by the most significant VIPs in numerous industries, Quattroporte was a mainstay of the automotive landscape in the 20th century and remains so in the new millennium. Sixty years later and after traveling innumerable miles, it continues its journey as an undisputed star of its times.
Davide Grasso, Maserati CEO: “Quattroporte is Maserati’s history. A car that tells our story and has prestigiously represented us in the world of saloon cars, for over half a century. Since 1963, it has chronicled the evolution of one of the most beloved and appreciated Maserati models, inaugurating a segment that had previously been uncharted territory. A car that has succeeded in reinventing itself every time without ever losing its identity, in adapting to the passage of time, to changes in society, to advancements in technology and industry, and to trends, it has become the choice of our most select clientele, as well as the world of entertainment and for the international establishment. It’s a source of pride for us and an acknowledgement of the distinctively Italian character that Maserati has always aimed to export around the world with its creations. Now as before, Quattroporte remains our flagship, synonymous with a unique luxury. It’s appreciated for its refinement, attention to detail, superior performance, quality, and enveloping spaciousness – all of this combined with its timeless stylistic touch – has made Quattroporte eternal.”
Maserati S.p.A. Maserati produces a complete range of unique cars, immediately recognisable for their extraordinary personality. Thanks to their style, technology, and innately exclusive character, they delight the most discerning, demanding tastes and have always been a benchmark for the global automotive industry. A tradition of successful cars, each of them redefining what makes an Italian sports car in terms of design, performance, comfort, elegance, and safety, currently available in more than 70 markets internationally. The ambassadors of this heritage are the Quattroporte flagship, the Ghibli sports sedan, the Levante – the first SUV made by Maserati, and the Grecale, the “everyday exceptional” SUV, all models characterised by the use of the highest quality materials and excellent technical solutions. A range equipped with 4-cylinder hybrid powertrains – available for Ghibli, Grecale and Levante – V6 and V8 petrol engines, with rear-wheel and four-wheel drive, embodying the performance DNA of the Trident Brand, now completed with the Grecale Folgore, Maserati’s first full-electric SUV. The top of the range is made up of the MC20 super sports car and the MC20 Cielo spyder, powered by the ground-breaking 100% Maserati Nettuno V6 engine, which incorporates F1-derived technologies into the power unit of a standard production car for the first time. The new GranTurismo is available with both the powerful V6 petrol engine, derived from the Nettuno, and a 100% electric version: the GranTurismo Folgore, the first car in the Modena-based brand’s history to adopt this solution. By 2025, all Maserati models will also be available in a full-electric version, and the entire Maserati range will run on electricity alone by 2030.
