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Together with the Miura, the Countach represented the backbone of the Lamborghini legend. Once again the team, Marcello Gandini and Nuccio Bertone, put their signature on a unique line that remains unchanged today: its 12 cylinders mounted lengthwise and the wedge-shaped body only 1.07 m tall with scissor doors, redefines the segment of sports cars, leaving enthusiasts speechless. The LP 400 of the first series is still in great demand today because in this version the clear language of the shapes without larger mudguards and rear spoilers is even more explicit. The motorcar is an extraordinary edition and is a grand way to celebrate Lamborghini’s 25 th anniversary. Here at indiGO Auto Group, we are pleased to represent such an exquisite brand and look forward to celebrating with Lamborghini for many years to come.   Interested in purchasing your very own, custom designed Lamborghini? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Lamborghini Houston.

Porsche has released the specs of their all-new Panamera Hybrid. Combining the beloved four-liter V8 engine from the Panamera Turbo with an electric motor, the vehicle boasts 680 horsepower, a top speed of 193 miles per hour, and an acceleration rate of just 3.4 seconds. The electric motor is supplied with power via a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery with an energy capacity of 14.1 kWh. If users charge the Panamera with the 32 A charger, the battery is fully charged in just 2.4 hours and will travel 62 miles using no emissions! The Panamera Hybrid underlines the high importance of electromobility to Porsche and motorcar enthusiasts all over the globe. The achievements are impressive with this all-new hybrid.   To test drive a Porsche or custom design your very own, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche St. Louis, Porsche of North Houston, or Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Audi made an appearance during the big game this year with their 60-second commercial titled “Daughter” which showed viewers an emotional tale of a father and daughter’s life together in what it held. In the creation of this commercial, Audi wished to execute a message of “equal pay for equal work,” and that “progress is for everyone,” and they did just that. For nearly a decade, Audi of America has led with compelling stories on game day.  From shooting for the moon in 2016 with “The Commander" to playing off of the vampire craze in 2013.  Compelling creative combined with actions to engage the socially active audience have been signatures to the brand's advertisements. The entire team at Audi is forward thinking and progressive—from their marketing department to the experts who design each vehicle.  Audi continues to bring it on with every car and (every commercial) they create.   Interested in purchasing your very own 2017 Audi? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Audi Rancho Mirage to test drive a new vehicle today!

Sometimes, it’s difficult to know exactly which motor oil benefits your car’s engine best, especially when you drive a luxury vehicle, like a Jaguar. How do you know whether your choice of motor oil will prolong the life and enhance the performance of your XE? Find out below with our guide.   First things first: check the label to see if the starburst symbol has made an appearance. The starburst symbol represents that the oil has been tested and meets the standards of the American Petroleum Institute.   Second rule of thumb is to find out what level of viscosity is needed for your Jaguar. You can find this information in your owner’s manual or online.   Lastly, choosing between a synthetic or conventional motor oil is important. Synthetic oils provide higher levels of protection and performance, while conventional oils work to keep internal engine surfaces clean. Your owner’s manual will explain which option is right for your vehicle.   The experts at Jaguar exclusively recommend Castrol EDGE Professional oil, which is ideal for your Jaguar XE. If you would like to hand over the task of changing your oil to the professionals, we welcome you to visit indiGO Auto Group’s Jaguar Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus .

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Bentley has announced to their customers that they are beginning an innovative trial of a fuel-delivery service called Filld. A mobile app has been created for the driver’s convenience, making sure that he or she never has to search for a gas station to fill up a vehicle ever again. This new service will be one of the many luxuries of driving a Bentley. The app simply works by users choosing a delivery time and fuel preferences. Then, their gasoline will be delivered to the driver’s home or workplace. The brand is already working on future advancements in the app, such as predictive fuel ordering. With this advancement, the car can place an order for itself based on fuel level, location and customer preferences. Bentley’s Director of Product and Marketing, Christophe Georges, said: “Bentley ownership is about more than just the vehicle- it’s the entire luxury experience. We are continuously investigating ways in which to offer our customers tailored, convenient, smart services that afford them the greatest luxury of all: more time. Our Connected Car strategy will continue to expand and innovate in order to further enhance the Bentley lifestyle.” In hopes to remove inconvenience from the customer’s day-to-day life, Bentley will continue to work hard to improve the app and to find ways to make life more luxurious when owning a Bentley.   To learn more about the Filld app that Bentley is developing, visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Bentley Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Spotify and Land Rover have joined forces! Spotify is known as the world’s largest streaming service, and the Land Rover brand has launched a unique in-car Spotify app. Land Rover now holds the title of being the first to develop the app to offer in-car personalized playlists based on vehicle owners’ tastes and listening habits. The coming together of the two companies has created an impressive experience for in-car use. The smart technology will create “Just for You” playlists containing recommended tracks, which in the end, will save users time by skipping the hassle of creating their own playlists. If the driver is in a low-signal area, Spotify’s Offline Mode intelligently pre-loads content and will display only downloaded content when the driver has a poor internet connection. Peter Virk, Director of Connected Technologies and Apps at Jaguar Land Rover, said: “Spotify has more than 100 million subscribers, a portion of whom drive Land Rovers, so we recognized that Spotify was at the top of our customer’s apps wish list. The Spotify design team worked closely with us to create the best in-vehicle experience.” The Land Rover vehicles are technologically expanding and will only continue to advance. Interested in discovering more about the collaboration between Land Rover and Spotify? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Land Rover Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Aston Martin recently introduced the ultimate bespoke option for customers: The Q. The brand wants every customer to have the option of creating his or her own personally designed dream car to the extreme. The service is provided by the Aston Martin design team, and the customer has the ability to alter and design the materials, colors, textures, craft and art of each desired vehicle. Customers will work with the Q design team to create their individual visions and include their unique personalities. Your ultimate Aston Martin is at your fingertips when you choose the Q. Create bold statements, subtle customizations, exquisite individual details, and personalized accessories, all while experiencing the world of artistry, luxury and choice. With Q: The Ultimate Bespoke Option, your future Aston Martin will be the reflection of what you see to be most admirable. If you are interested in finding out more about the Aston Martin Q service, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

When driving your Porsche Cayman at night or in heavy rain, you want your headlights to give you the optimum vision that you need to navigate safely on the road. To maintain the pristine condition of your new headlights in your Porsche, check out these steps for cleaning and caring for the headlights safely and correctly. Prep your headlights simply by taking a regular household glass cleaner (like Windex) and remove any excess grime off of the headlights with a paper towel. Once the headlights are wiped dry, tape around the headlights to ensure that the car’s paint will not become damaged during the next step. Using an abrasive material such as fine 600-grit sandpaper, scuff away the outer layer of haze that forms onto the plastic due to UV rays degrading the outer layer of the plastic. To finish the job, use a fine polish such as Blue Magic 730-6 or Meguiars G-1900K to clean up the sandpaper scuffs and make the headlights clear. The condition of your headlights varies on how much sun exposure your headlights get on a day-to-day basis. If you leave your Porsche in the driveway out in the open, it is recommended to clean your headlights once every three months. If you keep your Porsche in a covered area, such as your garage, cleaning and caring for your headlights may only be needed to be done every six to eight months. If you don’t have the time to keep up with the maintenance of your headlights or would rather have a professional take care of the job, schedule a service appointment at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus Porsche St. Louis, or Porsche of North Houston.

On June 8, 1948, the very first Porsche was legally registered. Engineered by Ferdinand Porsche, the 356 went into production during the winter of 1947-48, and the aluminum prototype that was entirely hand-built was finished on June 8, 1948, exactly 68 years ago from today. The completely hand-built aluminum prototype labeled “No. 1″ became the first vehicle to bear the name of Porsche. It was built using modified Volkswagen components and featured a lightweight, hand-beaten aluminum body over a tubular steel chassis. Its initial design was seen as unfit for series production, meriting a more robust yet complex unibody redesign undertaken in 1948. Against all odds, however, the  automaker crafted 52 of these rarified sports cars over the course of a year in a small garage in Gmund, Austria, before relocating to Stuttgart, Germany. By 1958, Porsche had built 10,000 of them. With a weight of just 1,290 pounds, contemporary accounts suggest the prototype’s top speed lay somewhere between 84 and 87 mph. Porsche went on to build 77,000 356 cars before transitioning to the iconic 911 sports car in 1964. Today, Porsche is one of the most prestigious car brands in the world and it all started with this car. Here at indiGO Auto Group we are proud to continually honor the heritage of Porsche. Source: History.com and BoldRide.com.