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The Austrian Red Cross has a new fleet member—a Land Rover Discovery. The new emergency vehicle was specifically designed for the organization. Land Rover explains, “The specially designed and engineered Discovery has the latest communications equipment, including an advanced eight-rotor drone. A long-range thermal imaging camera fitted to the drone is capable of spotting a person from 440m and can identify a vehicle at almost 1,000m. The operator can also track objects found using the drone simply by tapping the item on the slide-out main computer touchscreens video feed and obtain precise co-ordinates – crucial when directing rescue efforts.” Land Rover is proud to partner with the Red Cross cause to make this impeccably designed vehicle. Test drive a new Land Rover Discovery today at indiGO Auto Group’s Land Rover Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

New electric vehicles are quiet—eerily quiet. They can sneak up on pedestrians without them noticing, posing a potential road hazard. Always forward-thinking, Jaguar is working to keep pedestrians safe on the streets with the Audible Vehicle Alert System. What’s better is that this new technology was specifically developed for the blind and visually impaired, along with other pedestrians, too.   Jaguar explains, “Jaguar’s engineers have developed a sound that can be heard at speeds up to 20km/h and exceeds the 56dB(A) minimum required by forthcoming European legislation – the strictest in the world – for all new EVs from July 2019. The I-PACE’s sound was tested by members of Guide Dogs for the Blind, the UK’s leading charity for people affected by sight loss, as part of the testing undertaken by Jaguar. It also marks the start of an on-going relationship between the two organizations.” Learn more at indiGO Auto Group’s Jaguar Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

For the first time ever, the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 will participate in the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The Vantage GT3 will be driven by three-time Le Mans winner Darren Turner. “It’s a great honor for me to be first to race the new Vantage GT3 at the Nürburgring. The Nordschleife is like a spiritual home for GT racing so to be there at the start of a new program is really special. It’s a circuit that presents a huge challenge for the cars and it’s where we need to be racing to find and extend the limits of the Vantage GT3. It’s always great to be a part of the early stages of a development process, and the fact that we are already taking it racing says a lot about its potential and the confidence we have in it. The early signs are that it is going to be race winner in the not too distant future,” said Darren Turner. The performance of the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 is expected to reach all new heights (and hopefully break records) during this race. Interested in learning more about the Aston Martin’s Vantage GT3 or test driving a new Aston Martin? We encourage you to visit us here at indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage of the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

The impressive yet sophisticated Porsche 911 Speedster Concept was designed based on the current 911 generation style and offers a new equipment range from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur. Honoring Porsche's heritage, the exciting new concept features ‘spears’ on the front fenders, referencing the brand's racing history. The fuel tank cap is positioned in the middle of the front lid in a 1950s style, the exterior mirrors come in the classic Talbot shape, and the special design of the headlights are undeniably Porsche. The classic yet modern design is sure to create a long-lasting impression. Interested in hitting the pavement in your very own Porsche 911? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche North Houston, or Porsche St. Louis.

Recently, Rolls-Royce celebrated the 20 th Anniversary Goodwood Revival event, the ultimate celebration of automotive racing heritage. What did Rolls-Royce lovers experience? Nodding to film history, the brand explains, “Within the showroom, a stunning 1966 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupé by Mulliner Park Ward displayed. The exquisite four-seater played a central role in the 1966 British film classic, Blow-Up, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni and starring David Hemmings, Vanessa Redgrave, Sarah Miles and internationally renowned ‘Super Model’, Veruschka. The authentic set features a promotion for the film, with actors portraying the stars being interviewed on set for a period fashion magazine.” Bonus? On the circuit, guests caught a glimpse of a 1966 Rolls-Royce Phantom V Touring Limousine.   If you missed out on the Goodwood Revival fun this year, catch it next September in the UK.   Learn more about Rolls-Royce and test drive a new model today at indiGO Auto Group’s Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus or at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars North Houston.

It is no secret that Porsche creates unparalleled sports cars for all to enjoy the thrill of Porsche's powerful engines. Recently, the brand unveiled their exclusive new edition of the Porsche 935, and we are wowed by the new racecar. The new and improved racecar has technology designed specifically for club sport events and private training on racetracks. Surprisingly, the 935 racecar is street legal like its historic predecessor, adding to the 935's appeal to Porsche enthusiasts. The new 935 is powered by a state-of-the-art 3.8-liter flat-six-twin-turbo engine, which is very similar to the high-performance standard unit mounted in the road-legal 911 GT2 RS. The ingenious Porsche is muscularly sculpted and is as intimidating as ever. Interested in putting the Porsche 935 to the test? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche North Houston, or Porsche St. Louis.

Audi continues to create the ultimate experience for their customers day in and day out. Now, Audi is partnering with Amazon to make in-home charging simple and convenient. “When Audi does electric, we do it by bringing our customers the utmost in convenience and premium experience. In addition to our customers being able to reserve their e-tron online, we’re proud to work with a similarly customer-centric company like Amazon to make in-home charging simple and convenient for e-tron buyers,” said Scott Keogh, president of Audi of America. There is so much to enjoy with the Audi e-tron, especially when it's paired with Amazon. Interested in getting behind the wheel of the Audi e-tron? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Audi Rancho Mirage.

Impressive in performance, the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ has reached new record highs in terms of speed. The amazingly quick Lamborghini was recently put to the test at the Nürburgring Nordschleife where driver Maro Mapelli completed the route in a mere 6:44.97 minutes. “This new car is the convergence of Lamborghini technologies to produce a super sports car that transcends current performance benchmarks. Its tenure as the Nürburgring lap time record holder, even before its unveiling during the Monterey Car Week in California in August, endorses Lamborghini’s competence in applying superlative design engineering and ground-breaking technologies. The SVJ is a super sports car at the zenith of performance, while also ensuring unrivaled driving pleasure,” explained Automobili Lamborghini Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Stefano Domenicali. The Aventador SVJ is a high power vehicle that is sure to impress. Test drive an Aventador SVJ today at indiGO Auto Group’s Lamborghini Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus or Lamborghini North Houston.

Well suited for this prestigious accolade, the Bentley Continental GT won top ranking in two key categories of the German Design Awards. Handcrafted in Great Britain, the third-generation Continental GT has received global recognition for its incredible design. “With the Continental GT they have managed to achieve a combination of tradition and the modern zeitgeist, not only in terms of technology but aesthetically too. Traditional craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology and aesthetics merge together to form an extraordinary design from this extraordinary brand,” commented Andrea Lipp-Allrutz. Want to test drive an award-winning Bentley Continental GT? We encourage you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Bentley Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

The McLaren 720S GT3 is one of many show-stopping vehicles in McLaren’s lineup. The intense and powerful performance of the 720S GT3 is coupled with unparalleled racecar design. “The McLaren 720S is such a multi-talented road car that we always knew honing its pure racing talents and making a GT3 car out of it would be an entirely natural process - and so it has been. While largely a bespoke machine, the GT3 car is still a McLaren 720S at its core. Developing a race car is about optimizing every component and the lightweight MonoCage II carbon fiber chassis is the perfect base for this,” said Dan Walmsley, Motorsport Director of McLaren Automotive. The McLaren 720S GT3 is an exciting and an unforgettable addition to the automotive world. Interested in getting behind the wheel of a McLaren? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s McLaren Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Man’s best friend just received the ride of a lifetime with Land Rover’s five-star dog-friendly Pet Pack. The Pet Pack is sure to create a luxurious pampered feel for every pup riding in a Land Rover. Understanding that half of their customers are dog owners, Land Rover set out to revolutionize the way drivers travel with pets. The brand added new accessories designed specifically for hauling precious furry cargo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=63&v=LlwRsaCcGqA Land Rover's Pet Pack is available on all Land Rover models. Looking forward to adding the Pet Pack to your Land Rover? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Land Rover Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

BMW’s M model vehicles are the sportiest and most powerful BMWs on the highway. The company even calls its M models “racecars you can drive on the road.” BMW lovers who are looking for serious speed and ultimate power, can choose between the M2 Competition Coupe, the M3, the M4, the M5, the M6, the X5 M, and the X6 M. BMW describes this model lineup saying, “Packed with power normally reserved for the track, M generates performance unlike anything else. And after four decades of delivering hair-raising thrills, it’s still pushing the limits. But don’t just take our word for it. Grip the wheel of any of our eight M models—from coupes to convertibles to Sports Activity Vehicles® – and elevate your adrenaline rushes to a whole new level.” Test drive a 2018 M-Series BMW today at indiGO Auto Group's BMW of Palm Springs.