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Designed with inspiration from the racetrack, the McLaren 570GT is a sport model car that is not only comfortable and sleek, but also powerful and exciting to drive. The interior proves to be luxurious and full of unparalleled quality. Take a peek inside the McLaren 570GT. Expertly Planned Design The designers at McLaren created the interior space to be perfectly aligned with the most comfortable driving position. Power-Adjustable Heated Memory Sports Seats The comfortable seats provide much needed heat on a cold day and are programmable to always return to your specified configurations. Power-Adjustable Steering Column Place the wheel exactly where you want it. When you enter and exit the car, it will move to provide more space, then readjust to its customized driving position. Superior Sound The Bowers & Wilkins 12-speaker surround-sound system emits crystal-clear audio. Endless Customization With two seat configurations (standard and Carbon Fiber Race Seats) and multiple interior color and trim options, no one will have a McLaren just like yours. Tailored Luggage As an add-on, McLaren has created a leather luggage line designed to fit perfectly into the 570GT’s storage spaces. Can’t wait to sit inside a 570GT? Visit indiGO Auto Group’s McLaren Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

The all-new 2017 Audi A4 has been named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 2016 Top Safety Pick+, earning “good” ratings in all five IIHS crashworthiness evaluations and a “superior” rating for front crash prevention. Top Safety Pick+ is the highest 2016 rating available from IIHS. "We are very proud to have the IIHS recognize the A4 with this prestigious rating," said Scott Keogh, President of Audi of America. "More and more customers are seeking driver assistance systems when making their vehicle purchase decision, and the A4 demonstrates some of the best technologies available today. Having both the Q7 and now the A4 be awarded Top Safety Pick+ ratings further demonstrates our commitment to the highest levels of safety and technology in our vehicles.” The standard Audi pre sense city with automatic emergency braking earned the 2017 A4 a “superior” rating for front crash prevention. The system helps detect moving and stationary vehicles as well as pedestrians, at speeds of up to 52 mph and can initiate braking when a potential collision is detected. The Audi brand’s focus on elevating standards for automotive engineering addresses evolving criteria for consumer crash tests as designated by the IIHS. As the bestselling model in Audi history, the 2017 A4 sets a new benchmark for the luxury sedan segment. With class-leading horsepower, the 2017 A4 features a 2.0-liter TFSI® engine that generates 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. The powertrain and chassis have been completely redeveloped, allowing for a sportier driving experience and more comfortable ride, and the new front five-link suspension allows for greater steering precision and handling. Equipped with a new portfolio of available driver assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise control with stop & go and traffic jam assist, the A4 can help drivers navigate the road and traffic while making their driving experience more enjoyable. The A4 also features a suite of advanced infotainment functions including the available Audi virtual cockpit and for the first time, a full-color head-up display. Both bring relevant driving information directly front and center for the driver. IIHS Top Safety Pick Ratings IIHS tests evaluate two aspects of safety: crashworthiness, how well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash, and crash avoidance and mitigation, technology that can prevent a crash or lessen its severity. To determine crashworthiness, IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal or poor, based on performance in five tests: moderate overlap front, small overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints. In the area of crash avoidance and mitigation, IIHS assigns vehicles with available front crash prevention systems ratings of basic, advanced or superior, based on the type of system and performance in track tests. To learn more about the Audi A4 visit Audi Rancho Mirage on 71265 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270.

Exclusive luxury car maker Aston Martin took home a coveted design award for its sleek and exhilarating 2016 DB11 model. In Turin, Italy July 8-12 Parco Valentino hosted the second-annual open-air car show, Salon dell’Auto Torino, during which Aston Martin showcased the new DB11. Competing against 43 international automotive companies, the DB11 was named the Production Car of the Year by the event’s panel of judging experts. Of the victory, Marek Reichman, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer of Aston Martin, said, “We are delighted that the new DB11 has been awarded this prestigious award so soon after its launch; this is testament to the brand values and design philosophy of Aston Martin.  Every millimeter of DB11 has been re-imagined from the ground up, and every part of DB11 is designed to create the world’s most alluring DB to date.” BRAVO to the entire Aston Martin Team! To see our local inventory, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

The Maserati Quattroporte is better than ever after undergoing restyling that accentuates its elegance without changing its signature Maserati personality. Maserati describes the new Quattroporte as “representing the quintessence of Italian sport saloons." The exterior of the restyled model sports a new bumper designed dressed in matte black with a matching black matte extractor at the rear. The grille introduces new vertical chrome elements and other distinguishing details include matte black side skirts and exterior mirrors that incorporate new technical elements. The new Quattroporte is equipped with the following: Exterior restyling Cx improved by 10% with the adoption of electric Air Shutter New GranLusso trim with individual contents New GranSport trim with individual contents New infotainment system with high resolution 8.4” capacitive touch screen Redesigned central console with rotary knob Standard Air Quality Sensor on all versions Advanced Driver Assistance Systems optional package Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go Lane Departure Warning Forward Collision Warning with Advanced Brake Assist Automated Emergency Braking Surround View Camera New Electronic Parking Brake 3.8 V8 petrol version with increased top speed (now 310 km/h) 3.0 V6 petrol version with increased top speed (now 286 km/h for S and S Q4 versions) 3.0 V6 petrol version with additional 20 hp (now 350 hp), increased top speed (now 270 km/h), improved 0-100 km/h acceleration of 5.5 seconds 3.0 V6 diesel version with increased top speed (now 252 km/h for 275 hp - 242 km/h for 250 hp) The new 2017 Maserati Quattroporte will be available beginning June 2016 and is destined to continue a success story that started in 2013. Since its initial launch, the iconic Maserati flagship model has been delivered to over 24,000 customers in 72 countries. Here at indiGO Auto Group's Maserati of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus we are excited to see the new innovation from Maserati and look forward to seeing the new Quattroporte up close. Contact us today to get in touch with one of our Maserati specialists.

This month Rolls-Royce introduced the Phantom Zenith Collection. This bespoke collection is a series of 50 custom-made cars and that are some of the last Phantom Coupes and Phantom Drophead Coupes to ever be built. In a press release Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös said, "As we begin to write a bold new chapter in Rolls-Royce history, I am delighted to present a Bespoke Collection that so elegantly celebrates two of the world’s rarest and most celebrated luxury goods; Phantom Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé." As unique as these last Phantom Coupes are, something that is particularly intriguing is the tailgating gear inside. These vehicles were built for tailgating in style. The Zenith Collection Phantoms are equipped with luxury amenities like a built-in Champagne cooler with enough room to chill two bottles and store eight crystal flutes. A Rolls-Royce picnic hamper is also an option in these rare Phantoms. The picnic hamper has enough storage for everything one may need for a meal on the go. This tailgate even comes with seating. The Zenith Collection cars have a padded, leather-wrapped tailgate that offers comfortable seating for two. Unfortunately, all 50 of these cars have been spoken for, but we are still blown away by the design of this beautiful collection. Learn more about Rolls-Royce by visiting Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rancho Mirage today.

In an effort to expand its presence in the smartphone market, Jaguar Land Rover has announced plans to sell its own smartphone. It joins the previous efforts to sell branded smartphones from luxury automakers, including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin and Bentley. Land Rover is teaming up with consumer electronics company Bullitt Group to launch a line of smartphones and accessories by early 2017. Lindsay Weaver, Director Global Licensing & Branded Goods at Jaguar Land Rover, explains the new launch, “Incorporating iconic Land Rover design and innovative technology into the mobile phone sector with Bullitt Group presents an exciting challenge and fantastic opportunity to take the brand into a new dimension. An engineering and design team from Jaguar Land Rover Special Operations will be assigned to the partnership and subsequently deliver a number of bespoke applications tailored to Land Rover brand and product values.” While Land Rover will be lending its name and input to the final product, the device will most likely run on a version of Google’s Android operating system. “We are confident the new range of products will perfectly encapsulate everything that Land Rover represents, appealing to those who already love the brand and providing an introduction to those who are yet to discover it,” said Peter Stephens, CEO of Bullitt Group. Visit Land Rover Rancho Mirage and Jaguar Rancho Mirage to learn more about everything the brand has to offer.

All of us at Porsche of North Houston were delighted to have Steve Krysil and Dave Kurtz from Porsche Cars of North America join us to celebrate our Porsche Premier Dealer Award on Wednesday, May 25. Our entire team celebrated the recognition with a lovely dinner at local Houston hot spot Da Marco Cucina E Vino. The Porsche Premier Dealer program identifies 25 top Porsche dealers in North America each year. Porsche North Houston is currently the only dealer in Houston to hold this prestigious title. This is the fourth time we’ve earned the award since becoming an indiGO Auto Group dealership in 2010.

Bentley Motor's Bentayga redefines the SUV. This extraordinary vehicle takes class to a whole new level. It opens up a new realm of luxury and performance that was previously unattainable in an SUV. There is no denying it absolutely raises the bar in the SUV category. We were blown away when first introduced to the vehicle. There are so many things to love about the Bentayga, so we put together five incredible things to know about the SUV. It's Fast. The Bentayga is powered by a 6.0-liter W12 engine  (exclusive to this car). It will also go from a stop to 60 mph in just four seconds flat. Bentley says it will propel the Bentayga to 187 mph, making it the fastest SUV in the world Ultimate Comfort. The Bentayga offers a "Four Seat Comfort Specification."  This includes reclining and massaging, heated and cooled rear passenger seats. There is also a six program massage function built into the front seat. Did we mention you can adjust the seats 22 different ways? It can go anywhere. Drive with the luxury to go anywhere you want. The Bentayga's Drive Dynamics menu includes powertrain and chassis settings for sand, mud, gravel and snow. It's a full-time four-wheel drive system. The Most Luxurious Way To Tell Time. The clock in this incredible SUV is made by Breitling. They partnered with Bentley's in-house custom workshop Mulliner to create a super-luxe dash clock- The Mulliner Tourbillion. It comes in a solid 18k gold case and the dial is available in either white, ebony-black, or mother of pearl.  It also boasts eight diamonds. Your Very Own Concert Hall. The Bentayga comes with a perfectly decent stereo, of course. But, if you want to turn your luxury vehicle into a concert hall the Naim for Bentley system, which, at 1,920 watts, is  loud enough to help you achieve that goal. Of course, we failed to mention the champagne cooler, 3,500kg towing capacity, 90 paint colors, 15 types of carpet, seven types of veneer and 15 leather combos to choose from. How can you not love this extraordinary SUV? Visit Bentley Rancho Mirage today and take to one of our specialists to learn more about the Bentayga.

On Sunday, May 15, indiGO Auto Group's Audi Rancho Mirage hosted the Audi quattro Cup at the Toscana Country Club. This year marks the dealership's third time hosting this super-luxe and exclusive golf tournament in sunny Southern California. Participants enjoyed a gorgeous and exciting day of golf. Audi Rancho Mirage had cars on display to greet you at the clubhouse as well as Audi branding on each hole along the golf course. Audi Rancho Mirage would like to say congratulations to our winners; Closest to the Pin: Manoj Sangoram, Longest Drive: Sharon Fletcher, 3 rd Place: Ken Clayton and Manoj Sangoram, 2 nd Place: Noemi Dennis and George Marshall and 1 st Place: Barbara & Fred Johns. The first place winners will advance to the national tournament U.S. Final at Pebble Beach. Check out photos from the day on our Facebook page here.

BRAVO to the Rolls-Royce Dawn. The luxury vehicle has been named 2016 "Design of the Year" by Robb Report in its inaugural Cars of the Year awards. The world’s most uncompromised open-top motoring experience, Dawn redefines the notion of a true super-luxury Drophead and has won plaudits from some of the most highly respected international commentators. The fourth distinctive model in the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars family, Dawn is powered by an effortlessly smooth 6.6-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine and features a multi-layer foldaway fabric roof that, when in place, makes Dawn the world’s quietest convertible car. Addressing the desires of a significantly younger customer base, Dawn offers striking and assertive styling, timeless refinement and is the most social car the marque has ever produced. Robb Report is a world-renowned luxury title, and the first UK edition of the magazine launches on newsstands and online today, featuring the inaugural Cars of the Year awards. Erin Baker, Robb Report Auto Editor and Cars of the Year judge, explained, “Our Design award acknowledges the most visually stunning cars of the past 12 months – both inside and out. And Rolls-Royce has triumphed with another piece of timeless automotive design in the form of the Dawn.” Harry Metcalfe, Robb Report Cars of the Year judge added, “This machine is the epitome of elegance – a masterclass by Rolls-Royce design.” Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented, “Dawn’s styling is sensuous yet contemporary – it represents the most glamorous expression of Rolls-Royce luxury. Dawn’s sleek and powerful design appeals to a younger group of discerning customers. To be recognised by a true arbiter of luxury like Robb Report for this new model’s aesthetic is an important accolade, and one which is truly gratifying to everyone concerned with the car’s design and development.” To learn more about the Rolls-Royce Dawn visit Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rancho Mirage.

indiGO Auto Group's Maserati of Rancho Mirage was thrilled to officially unveil the Levante on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at The Vault at Bighorn. We welcomed 200 Maserati customers and enthusiasts for a special event to show off the revolutionary new SUV. During the evening, guests sipped on delicious cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. They even had the unique opportunity to step inside The Vault, Bighorn's exclusive car club. The Vault honors the heritage of Maserati making it a great place to host the official unveiling of the automaker's first SUV. Of course, the main attraction of the night was the Levante. This SUV was inspired by a Mediterranean wind that can change from gentle to force strength in just an instant. This incredible SUV is designed to be unique and built to be heard. It is equipped with the ultimate combination of on-road performance and off-road capabilities giving drivers the freedom to travel wherever they may desire. Want to learn more about the Levante? Visit Maserati of Rancho Mirage to talk to one of our specialists. View more photos of the unveiling event on our Facebook page here.

The McLaren 675LT Spider has power and it’s a beautiful, beautiful thing. It was revealed at the end of 2015 as the last chapter in the history of the iconic “longtail” name and is the fifth new model debuted during a defining year for McLaren. Strictly limited to only 500 examples worldwide (which sold out in just two weeks), it is only the second model to wear the LT badge and the most exclusive model in the McLaren SuperSeries. Here are six key things you need to know about the 675LT. It is light weight with optimized aerodynamics, increased power, track-focused dynamics, and driver engagement. These are all characteristics of a McLaren “Longtail” It’s fast. This car reaches 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.9 seconds; 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in 8.1 seconds with a top speed of 326 km/h (203 mp It’s a thrill. 675PS and 700Nm provide breathtaking performance, while a retractable roof adds further exhilaration It’s exclusive. It’s the second  model to wear the 675LT badge in direct response to significant customer demand It’s light. 100kg weight saving delivers a dry weight of 1,270kg, delivering a power-to-weight figure of 532PS per ton. It is the most focused, fastest and exhilarating open-top McLaren model ever built Want to learn more about McLaren? Contact McLaren Rancho Mirage online and one of our McLaren specialists will be happy to assist you.