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You can enter to enjoy an amazing (and free) meal inside a new Cadillac Escalade IQ

Introduced as the “Cadillac of Reservations,” an exclusive backseat dining experience designed to elevate the art of eating on the go. Guests will relish a high-end meal served within the elegant confines of the Escalade IQ

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Tickets on sale from $50 for November 2025 Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

The 2025 Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix will have more grandstand seating, options, fan zones, and ways to be part of the Grand Prix experience.

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Harley-Davidson drops the Nightster price to less than $10K

Unlike lower-cost Harley-Davidson models in the past that lacked V-Twin engines, the Nightster's liquid-cooled V-Twin motor qualifies it as a "real" Harley.

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F1 2025 Japanese Grand Prix results: Max holds McLaren at bay for 53 laps

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen won the 2025 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, proving that, even though McLaren has the fastest cars, Verstappen's other-worldly driving ability can prevail.

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Maserati and Giorgetti collaboration and one-off Fuoriserie Grecale debut at Milan Design Week

Today, the Giorgetti interior collection and the Maserati Grecale one-off were unveiled at the Giorgetti Spiga and Maserati Milan showrooms, respectively, for an exclusive preview reserved for select guests. Starting tomorrow, April 8th, design aficionados and car enthusiasts will have the chance to fully explore these extraordinary creations up close.

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The world’s fastest front engine drop-top is the 2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

Aston Martin's Vanquish Volante is powered by a new twin-turbocharged 5.2-litre V12 engine, which delivers an impressive performance. This V12 engine first appeared in the DB7 Vantage, launched in 2000 for both the Coupe and Volante models. Over the past 25 years, the power of Aston Martin’s iconic V12 has nearly doubled, rising from 420 hp to 824 hp, with maximum torque increasing from 400 lb-ft to 738 lb-ft.

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Ebbets Field rebrands with a focus on baseball history

From the moment I watched Ozzie “The Wizard” Smith run out and do a backflip on the field, and then watched Nolan “The Exress” Ryan strike out the side, I knew I would be hooked on baseball for the rest of my life. Watching Ken Griffy Jr., Barry Bonds, Pedro Martinez, Randy Johnson, and Mike […]

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Dockers is obsessing over your pants so you don’t have to

Dockers is one of the most popular brands of pants of all time. Growing up, there was always a saying around my house to put on your Dockers when you were getting ready to leave the house. That was used anytime you were to get dressed in something other than jeans. Kleenex is what we […]

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The Porsche 911 is the best investment you can make in a new car

Porsche 911 owners are sitting pretty when it comes to making a smart investment in their cars, according to a new study from iSeeCars, a used-car search engine. They found that the iconic German sports car has the lowest five-year depreciation rate of any vehicle around. The study looked at over 800,000 five-year-old used cars sold from March 2024 to February 2025 to gather its data.

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Piaget expands their Andy Warhol collection to honor a friendship

Piaget expands on the famous "Andy Warhol Watch" with new editions into the line beloved by collectors and fans of the eccentric artist

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F1 Japanese GP preview: Red Bull’s Tsunoda gets a chance on his home track

Four F1 teams have the Constructors' Championship as their goal, and there's at least one driver aiming to take the World Drivers' Championship crown from Verstappen.

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Zenith still reaches for perfection with 160 year celebration

Zenith looks to honor the past with their most cherished calibre in a 160th anniversary collection.

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Bugatti begins its bespoke Equipe Pur Sang customization program

Customers now have the opportunity to explore an extensive range of customization options, including the newly introduced 'Équipe Pur Sang' package, which serves as a visual homage to both the remarkable performance of the Tourbillon and Bugatti’s illustrious motorsport heritage.

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Cardo and Roland Sands Design collaborate on limited edition helmet communication unit

The limited edition of 1,000 units includes a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity and an exclusive RSD carry bag.

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Vacheron Constantin sets a record at Watches and Wonders with a new Ultra Grand Complication

The new Ultra Grand Complication unveiled at Watches and Wonder holds the record with 41 complications and is a marvel of miniaturization.

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Hublot celebrates 20 years with a Big Bang fusion

20 years after the release of the original Big Bang, Hublot celebrates the anniversary by fusing it with the Unico

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Wedding Season: Wrangler has the solution to that guy who hates dressing up

There is always that guy that just doesn't want to dress up for the wedding, the guy that hates the tuxedo or suit. Wrangler has the answer

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April Showers don’t bother Jack Victor with their new Elements capsule

Jack Victor prepares us all for the arrival of April showers with an Elements capsule full of rain gear

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Alex Crane welcomes spring with new colors for the best-seller

The best-selling Bay Sweater has all new colors for spring

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The Todd Snyder x UNIMATIC collaboration is the first of its kind

The Todd Snyder x UNIMATIC represents the first collaboration between the two brands, brining an unparalleled combination of style and fucntionality

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The Hudson is Bonobos’ big hit for the spring

Between the Hudson Sweater Polo and the Hudson Cabana Sweater Polo, Bonobos is doubling down on this shirt for the spring

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Maserati unveils its new vehicle customization program called Officine Fuoriserie Maserati

When it comes to the cost of this tailored driving experience, the price will ultimately depend on your specific choices and Maserati’s pricing structure. For reference, the "base" MC20 starts at around $240,000, so opening up the Officine Fuoriserie Maserati catalog can race that pricetag up almost as fast as the car itself if you let your imagination take the wheel.

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F1 shakeup: Tsunoda switches to Red Bull, Lawson to resume Racing Bulls seat

The switch of the two drivers, announced on March 27th by racing by the Racing Bulls organization, has been the subject of much speculation in the past two weeks.

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Formula E Champion Pascal Wehrlein debuts 24 hours of Le Mans in the Porsche 963

Wehrlein will share the driving the Porsche 963 at the 24 hours of Le Manx with Felipe Nasr and Nick Tandy.

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2025 Chinese Grand Prix: McLaren advances on P1 and P2 win, Ferraris disqualified

Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris delivered for McLaren in the 2025 F1 Chinese Grand Prix.

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One of the most iconic Porsche 911s could fetch almost $1 million

The Turbo S takes inspiration from the legendary 959 with its all-wheel-drive system, a first for any Porsche Turbo model. It also boasts cross-drilled, multi-piston ventilated disc brakes for top-notch stopping power. To prevent brake fade during those intense drives, Porsche strategically added air ducts near the fog lamps and above the rear wheels.

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F1 2025 Chinese Grand Prix preview: Hamilton wins Sprint and Piastri score GP pole

The repaved racetrack is slicker than the Melbourne track in last week's Australian GP.

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Tesla recalls nearly every Cybertruck due to faulty panel adhesive

This time around, Tesla is recalling approximately 46,000 Cybertrucks (which is about every Cybertruck built to date) due to a crucial safety issue involving a steel trim panel located on the side of the windshield that has the potential to detach while driving.

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Six Porsches, one truck: An enthusiast’s fantasy up for auction

In the world of car collections, few models garner such devoted followers as the iconic Porsche 911. One single (and clearly affluent) owner decided to live out his childhood automotive fantasy and gathered up six of the most lusted-after 991 models ever to roll off a Porsche production line. But, along with this half dozen track stars, a bit of practicality.

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F1 Arcade keeps the party going with Philadelphia opening date

Thirty F1 Arcades worldwide are on the planning books by 2027, including Las Vegas, Atlanta, Denver, and Philadelphia.

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Custom motorcycle auction on Catawiki: Deus Ex Machina Rolling Queen Royal Enfield

A timeless Deus X Machina custom Royal Enfield motorcycle is the showpiece of 15 one-of-a-kind bikes

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GM recalls over 90,000 Camaros and Cadillacs due to transmission problem

General Motors (GM) is announcing a recall involving over 90,000 vehicles due to a significant issue with the transmission control valve that may result in tire lock-up during operation. This determination was made public by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which plays a critical role in ensuring automotive safety. The vehicles affected by this recall are those equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions.

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The only Ford GT Roadster to race in the 24 Hours of Le Mans is going up for auction

As one of only two surviving Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadsters and the only one to race at Le Mans, GT/109's achievements helped put Ford on the map against Ferrari and made the 1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster the world’s first American supercar. If you want a piece of this unbelievably unique automotive unicorn, head to Mecum's auction in Indianapolis on Saturday, May 17th, and make sure you've got your credit limits raised.

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1000 Miglia debuts in Florida: A new chapter for the iconic race

The Sunshine State has added its own twist to the classic Italian road race.

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F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025 results: Norris wins, rookies spin out in the rain

Intermittent rain caused havoc on the track before and during the 2025 F1 Australian Grand Prix.

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F1 Australian Grand Prix starting grid: Norris, Piastri, and Verstappen to lead off

McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri won the first and second starting positions for Sunday's F1 2025 Australian Grand Prix.

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Maserati meets Giorgetti – a collaboration set to debut at Milan Design Week

Maserati has just announced an exceptional collaboration with the renowned Italian furniture brand Giorgetti at the prestigious 2025 Milan Design Week. This partnership unites two iconic symbols of Italian excellence, resulting in a striking interior collection and an exclusive Fuoriserie car that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with cutting-edge technology.

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US News unveils the 2025 best cars for families

U.S. News & World Reports' yearly automotive ratings are based on safety, reliability, space, comfort, convenience, and connectivity.

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2025 F1 season starts with fierce competition and major team changes

Insight into their unique challenges can clarify why the teams make certain decisions during the 2025 season.

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F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025 preview: season-opener will reveal team strengths

Excitement is building for this season with at least four of the ten teams in serious contention for the Championship.

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Las Vegas Grand Prix reveals 2025 ticket options: lower prices, more grandstands, early access

The 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix has lower ticket prices, payment plans, more seating, and early access programs.

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Bugatti Bolide owners gather to learn how to handle 1,578 hp on the track

One of the perks of owning a multi-million dollar near-1,600-horsepower Bugatti is that the hyper-carmaker does well to ensure its clients are taken care of. Understanding that owning a car capable of speeds well in the 200 mph range, Bugatti set up an event at the Circuit Paul Ricard in the south of France for the select few chosen to be new Bolide owners.

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2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain: data for the teams and exposure for fans

The data analyzed from the three days of testing can be invaluable to the teams and drivers, not not necessarily for fans.

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After turning down $25 million, Jerry Seinfeld finally sells his Steve McQueen signed Porsche 917

Jerry Seinfeld set the autoverse ablaze this past fall when the comedian announced his decision to part ways with the legendary race car, chassis 022 of the 917K, famously driven by the charismatic Steve McQueen in the 1971 classic film *Le Mans*, during Mecum Auction’s prestigious Kissimmee 2025 sale.

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