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Top Luxury Cars of 2019

July 20, 2018 Uncategorized

Top Luxury Cars of 2019

Despite being affordable to few, luxury cars really fascinate many people. Even though these cars sell few thousand units globally, there are plenty of extravagant vehicles ready to surface the market in 2019. Most of the luxury car manufacturers are set to introduce complete visual makeovers of their existing lineup while others are going to bring some crisp new models. Here’s a shortlist of the best luxury vehicles of 2019.

Lamborghini Urus

 

The renowned Italian supercar manufacturer is all set to release the much-awaited crossover. Crafted with precision and style, the Urus features a seating capacity of four. It is equipped with a 4.0L twin turbo V8, Lamborghini’s first-ever turbocharged engine. Coupled with an all-wheel drivetrain and an 8-speed automatic transmission, it spits out a whopping 641 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. Styled with perfection, the Urus’s price tag starts from just above the $200,000 mark.

Bentley Continental GT

The British automaker’s highly anticipated third-generation Grand Tourer is ready for production in 2019. Though the design and overall shape of the vehicle still match to its predecessor, there is much more under the hood. The all-new aluminum body sporting a range of aluminum parts makes the vehicle lighter and faster. Equipped with a 6.0L twin-turbo W12, it produces 626 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. According to the manufacturer, the new engine boasts 16% higher efficiency than the existing one. For this British beauty, the price starts around $200,000.

Also debuting in 2019 are the Lincoln Nautilus, the new Audi A8, the all-new Mercedes Benz G-Class and S-Class, the improved Aston Martin Vantage, the Porsche Cayenne and the Range Rover.

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Range Rover and G63 Rental

July 20, 2018 Uncategorized

Range Rover and G63 Rental

When you think ‘big expensive luxury SUVs’, there are two prominent names that immediately come to mind. 1, the legendary Range Rover and 2, the equally esteemed Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen. They’re both venerated with a cult following of their own. Both Range Rover and Mercedes-Benz understand this too, as the contemporary models definitely evoke the looks of their respective roots that potential prospects seemingly dote. Therefore, we’ll be comparing the two, specifically pitting the Range Rover Sport SVR against the Mercedes-Benz G63 for parity. Similarities
Both the G63 and Sport SVR follow their genesis that dates far back. In fact, the original G- Wagen and Range Rover was introduced in the 70s. Similarly, both models slowly transitioned from rugged, essentially barebones off-road prowlers into extravagant status symbols that thrives at roving around cities. Of course, it can also be argued that these are amongst the most excessive automobiles money can readily purchase. Both of them are massive SUVs powered by ridiculous forced-induction V8s driving all four wheels endowing a 0-62 mph time of around 4.5 seconds. In other words, both of these SUVs will handily tail a modern Porsche 911 Carrera 4 off the line. Both SUVs also sports driving modes for different occasions. While buyers of either model will likely never see dirt in their hyper-luxurious opulent SUVs, both models haven’t lost their innate trail expedition aptitude. Both models have locking differentials, variable ride height, solid ground clearance, low range, clever computerized terrain navigation, etc. And while going off the beaten path, you’ll be surrounded by plenty of leather and exotic materials within the cabin.

Range Rover Sport SVR
SVR in the name represents the involvement of Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) team in the production. Powered by a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 that puts out 575 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, the SVR sprints from 0-62 mph in just 4.3 seconds all the way to 176 mph.

That said, most Range Rover Sport SVRs you’re going to see isn’t going to use even half of its neck-snapping prowess. Instead, you’ll see its other trait plainly displayed. Boasting the classic Range Rover shape and brawny, yet somehow sleek lines, it demands attention from the crowd while rolling on asphalt. While some may say it’s a tad ostentatious, there’s no denying the road presence that’s indigenous to almost all modern Range Rovers In terms of dynamics, the Range Rover Sport SVR has an edge as well. It’s relatively light at 5,093 lbs and it’s actually designed to dance around corners gracefully. You may have seen videos of one manoeuvring through the very technical Tianmen Road in 9:51. That’s an impressive lap for a 7-mile course with 99 turns. In fact, it outpaces a Ferrari 458 driven on the same road by over 30 seconds. And with all that handling finesse, you’ll still see videos of the same SUV that anyone can navigate tricky country trails in thanks to the Terrain Response 2 system.

Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG
It’s worth noting that the G63 AMG we’re talking about here is the latest iteration with the new V8. Powered by the 4.0-litre M178 twin-turbocharged V8, which is smaller than the SVR’s V8, it punches well above its weight class, producing 577 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. The latter is especially remarkable when it comes to hills and overtakes. While it’s portly at 5621 lbs, the G63 AMG will certainly feel sprightly. Mercedes-AMG has somehow managed to preserve that peak torque throughout the rev range, allowing keen drivers to effortlessly surge pass cars on highways even just feathering the throttle. It’s quite comical when you remember that it’s a hefty SUV. That said, its lofty nature and weight encumbers it, compromising its cornering affinity.

It’s definitely still capable, and markedly easier to handle than the G63 it’s replacing. Its off-road capabilities are laudable, with fully-locking differentials, similarly impressive Dynamic Select terrain selection system. Although, arguably, the SVR is a more capable trekker.
Arguably, the G63 AMG is one of few cars that exhibit comparable road presence to the Range Rover. People absolutely love its decade-old muscular and geometrical styling retrofitted with modern touches. Thankfully it’s now an up-to-date SUV underneath despite conserving the classic look.
Verdict
Let’s admit it, both the Range Rover Sport SVR and Mercedes-AMG G63 are status symbols. People buy these to cruise around places like the Beverly Hills, and both will do an excellent job at that. However, I’m ever so slightly inclined towards the SVR, simply because I do love the subtle supercharger whine and thunderous, yet characterful exhaust note.

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Street Photography In Beverly Hills Day 2

February 4, 2018 Uncategorized

Street Photography In Beverly Hills Day 2

Street Photography In Beverly Hills Day 2 Shooting with the Nikon D3200 around 2-4 PM. Working with Tim Narrow Photography again.

Street Photography In Beverly Hills Day 2 , also sometimes called candid photography, is photography conducted for art or enquiry that features unmediated chance encounters and random incidents within public places. Although there is a difference between street and candid photography, it is usually subtle with most street photography being candid in nature but not all candid photography being classifiable as street photography. Street photography does not necessitate the presence of a street or even the urban environment. Though people usually feature directly, street photography might be absent of people and can be of an object or environment where the image projects a decidedly human character in facsimile or aesthetic. walker reconnoitering, stalking, cruising the urban inferno, the voyeuristic stroller who discovers the city as a landscape of voluptuous extremes. Adept of the joys of watching, connoisseur of empathy, the flâneur finds the world “picturesque”.

The street photographer can be seen as an extension of the flâneur, an observer of the streets (who was often a writer or artist).

Framing and timing can be key aspects of the craft with the aim of some street photography being to create images at a decisive or poignant moment.

Street photography can focus on people and their behavior in public, thereby also recording people’s history. This motivation entails having also to navigate or negotiate changing expectations and laws of privacy, security and property. In this respect the street photographer is similar to social documentary photographers or photojournalists who also work in public places, but with the aim of capturing newsworthy events; any of these photographers’ images may capture people and property visible within or from public places.

  • Location: Beverly Hills CA
  • Camera: Nikon D3200
  • 2nd Photographer: Tim Narrow
  • Project: Catalog Development for 777exotics.com
  • Next Blog: La Street Photography  Mercedes E400
  • Comments: The daylight shoot created great light for the interior pictures. Outside of vehicle has highlights that need to be pulled down.
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LA Street Photography – MBZ G63

February 2, 2018 Uncategorized

La Street Photography MBZ G63

La Street Photography MBZ G63 Interior texture, metallic accents, console, digital display. AMG Emblem, Mercedes Emblem. Inside door panels.

steering wheel of white g wagon
corner view of white g wagon
leather seat of white g wagon
side view of white g wagon
rear of white g wagon

Step inside AMG, the performance racing division of Mercedes Benz and experience the legendary philosophy of One Man, One Engine firsthand. rged and balanced for each individual engine, AMG crankshafts are combined with remarkably lightweight – yet strong – aluminum pistons for smooth, immediate response.

From the creators of the 45, 63 and 65 model lines comes Mercedes‑AMG 43, nine authentic performance vehicles with AMG pedigree and a thirst for speed. Fitted with numerous AMG enhancements, every vehicle screams “Drive me,” because in the AMG family, performance is king. From coupes and sedans to SUVs and roadsters, the power and handling of the 43 lineup beckon to the world’s most passionate drivers. All that’s left to do is grip the wheel and press the accelerator.**

PASSION NEVER CUTS CORNERS.

In 1967, two automotive engineers with a passion for motorsports began fine-tuning engines for Mercedes-Benz racecars in an old mill. Today, as the performance division of Mercedes-Benz, AMG creates some of the most sought-after vehicles in the world. They’re the product of skilled craftsmen, designers and engineers who live to test the limits, and one shared conviction: on the road to driving performance, short cuts never win the race.

  • Date: August 2017
  • Vehicle: Mercedes Benz G63
  • Project: Catalog Development For 777exotics.com
  • Notes: Contrast and texture of interior and some exterior elements of a Mercedes G63
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Driving the Ferrari California T

January 26, 2018 Uncategorized

Driving Ferrari California T A 30 minute test drive

The Ferrari California is a daily driver with performance to break the boredom of any commute.
The paddle shifting and convertible hard top remind you that this car was built for California. On a 2 lane straightaway let the engine run in 2nd or 3rd gear for thrill and then take a corner at speed to see what really makes this car shine.
The perfect synthesis of innovation and technology
The Ferrari California t epitomizes the sublime elegance, sportiness, versatility, and exclusivity that have distinguished every California model since the 1950s. It is a car brimming with innovation that will more than meet
the expectations of discerning clients for whom fun behind the wheel is a priority, but who also demand a sumptuously comfortable Grand Tourer they can use every day.
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Driving Los Angeles to Las Vegas – 3 Things To See

January 22, 2018 Uncategorized

The Great American Road Trip driving los angeles las vegas 3 things see

Family Friendly Things to See On The Ultimate Family Road Trip Los Angeles To Las Vegas
Route 66
If you want a glimpse of traditional diners, antique shops and even an ostrich farm, then make your way to Route 66, its exit 153a near D Street.
Bottletree Ranch
This place personifies art in a poignant and clever way, most things are made from old bottles and vintage items that have lasted for decades. It’s a fine spot for a few funny snaps and great for stretching the legs after being in the care for a while.
Peggy sue diner
At some point on the road, everyone will get hungry. Do you opt to eat a sandwiches you brought along or sit in a diner and scoff down some burgers, fries and apple pie? After eating here, you can explore the outside garden which is occupied with metal dinosaurs. There is even a shop full of memorabilia from the 50s and 60s.
Read the full article on renting a car and driving to Las Vegas on the 777exotics.com blog:
 https://777exotics.com/news-blog/drive-la-las-vegas/
This desert drive is beautiful and the sights to see before you arrive in Las Vegas are truly unique.
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This is the Blog for Everything Corvette

January 15, 2018 Uncategorized

 

Blog Everything Corvette

If you’ve been looking for a way to explain your Corvette passion to someone else, this blog is the perfect showcase to get them started in. Aside from the usual forums, spy shots, industry rumors and so on, this website also features a section on ‘Vettes in popular culture. Knowing that cars are more than just speed machines, the Corvetteblogger also talks about the lifestyle and yes, many racing updates for Le Mans and the other illustrious tracks known worldwide. From barn finds to current models under development, get it all here on this site.

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Love Korean Cars? Then You Better Check This Out.

January 9, 2018 Uncategorized

2018 Hyundai Sonata

Finally the 2018 Hyundai Sonata . A resource for everything Hyundai and Kia, without the messy work of using Google Translate to trawl non-English websites to get the latest news on these manufacturers. You know it’s fresh when the articles for the day include street shots of actual models in Korea, soon to be released (hopefully) in the US, thanks to the Spy Shots gallery. Announcements of European releases are also featured, and the Reviews section is superbly written. Head on over to this website if you’re considering getting a Korean car anytime soon, or if you’re just curious to see why people love their Kias and Hyundais.
Take your Hyundai for a test drive at your convenience. Schedule a time of your
choice at your local Hyundai dealer with just a few clicks. The new cascading front grille is surrounded by a redesigned front fascia with available LED headlights. At the rear you’ll find the restyled taillights, trunk and lower body panel. Popular advanced safety features like Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-traffic Alert are now standard on every Sonata.

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VW, Audi and Bugatti Fans Take a Look at This

January 7, 2018 Uncategorized

Volkswagen Bugatti Audi Fans Take a Look at This

This all-in-one website has everything. Discussion forums, articles on Volkswagen, Bugatti, and Audi, videos, aftermarket parts and a store to boot. This site has a knack for mining gems on these car brands featured on YouTube, other blogs and so on. If you want to get pleasantly lost in all the minutiae of what you can do, refurbish, customize and whatnot on a VW, check this website out. It’s populated by an active community and the content is unique and well-curated. The community welcomes not just the owners of the latest models, but lovingly gives due respect to previous models (like the Jetta) in due course.

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Rolls Royce Ghost vs Rolls Royce Wraith

November 8, 2017 Uncategorized ,

Rolls Royce Ghost vs Rolls Royce Wraith

The Rolls Royce Ghost is a full-size luxury car manufactured by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The car
was given the nameplate “Ghost” in honor of Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, the car first produced in
1906. Its production has been underway since 2009 with Andreas Thurner and Charles Coldham
being the lead designers. The Ghost adopts a 4-door saloon body style.
Rolls-Royce Wraith on the other hand is based on Ghost’s architecture but has been transformed into a 2 – door coupe grand tourer. It also adopts most of its platform from the BMW F01.
Production has been underway since 2013 with Pavle Trpinac as its chief designer.

Rolls Royce Technical specifications:

Rolls Royce Performance Statistics
Rolls-Royce Ghost can accelerate from 0 – 60 mph (97 km/h) in just 4.7 seconds. It has a top
speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). Wraith is slightly faster, doing the 0 – 60 mph in less than 4.6
seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 260 km/h. It has a combined cycle fuel
consumption of 10.2 kilometers per liter.
Rolls-Royce Ghost has a 2960 kg gross weight, which is 150 kg more than Rolls-Royce Wraith.
Rolls Royce Engine Data
The Ghost feature a 6592 cc V12 twin turbo engine that can deliver 562 hp (419 kW) at 5250
rpm and 780 Nm (575 lb-ft) torque at 1500 rpm. This power plant, codenamed N74B66 is a
modified version of the BMW N74 V12 engine. The wright uses the same 6592 cc V12 twin
turbo engine but delivers an extra 61 hp and 20 Nm torque both at 5600 rpm and (1500 – 5500)
rpm respectively.
Transmission
Rolls Royce Wraith uses an 8-speed ZF 8HP90 automatic transmission which falls short to the
ZF 8-speed PRNDLTronic “satellite aided transmission” adopted in Ghost’s latest models. With
this state of the art technology on its series II models, the vehicle uses GPS data, driver driving
style and road condition analysis to select the most appropriate gear ratio.
Ghost finds pleasure in its old rear wheel drive platform and is yet to feature the All-Wheel
Drive system adopted by Rolls-Royce Wraith.
Interior design
Ghost has a new and more comfortable seats. The infotainment system is featuring BMW’s latest
technology. The soft natural grain leather upholstery interior is impressive. The small rear
windscreen doesn’t offer impressive visibility, but this is, however, compensated by the huge
front door mirrors which provide exceptional rear view. There is plenty of leg room, head room
and the boot is more spacious than the Rolls-Royce Wraith. The Wraith’s interior comfort has
been spiced, however, by the wood trims, dyed leather and chrome fittings.
Exterior design
Rolls-Royce Ghost now has newly redesigned advance and adaptive LED headlights and
daytime running lights. More sweeping lines at the bottom of the Pantheon grilles graces the
front appearance of the vehicle. It has adopted Phantom’s rear-hinged back-doors which makes
access to the back seats simpler.
They are equipped with the same front and rear ventilated disc brake systems and 19-inch and
20-inch forged alloy wheels in Ghost and Wraith respectively.
Steering and Suspension system
They are both equipped with double wishbone front axle and multi-link rear axle, front and rear
suspension systems. The Ghost uses an electric power steering system but Rolls-Royce opted for
a hydraulic power steering for the Wraith.
Dimensions
Rolls-Royce Ghost has an extended wheelbase and length of 3465 mm and 5569 mm
respectively when compared with Wraith’s wheelbase and length of 3112 mm and 5268 mm.
They both, however, maintain widths off 1948 mm.

References
[1] Top Gear, “Rolls-Royce Ghost Review,” Top Gear, [Online]. Available:
https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/rolls-royce/ghost/driving. [Accessed 27 10 2017].
[2] Wikipedia, “Rolls-Royce Ghost,” Wikipedia, [Online]. Available:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolls-Royce_Ghost. [Accessed 27 10 2017].
[3] Wikipedia, “Eolls-Royce Wraith,” Wikipedia, [Online]. Available:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolls-Royce_Wraith_(2013). [Accessed 27 10 2017].
[4] Auto.ndtv, “Rolls-Royce Dawn vs Ghost vs Wraith," Auto.ndtv, [Online]. Available:
https://auto.ndtv.com/compare-cars/rolls-royce-dawn-1477-vs-rolls-royce-ghost-1183-vs-rolls-royce-wraith-1395. [Accessed 27 10 2017].
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https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/rolls-royce/wraith. [Accessed 27 10 2017].

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