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BMW recently announced that they’ve developed BMW CarData, which enables the various systems in your vehicle to communicate with you and your mechanic, offering a more customized experience at the service shop. Using data from your vehicle, your car can be serviced with precision. Plus, when the system communicates with the mechanic, problems can be anticipated before a breakdown. Peter Schwarzenbauer, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, MINI, Rolls-Royce, BMW Motorrad, Customer Engagement and Digital Business Innovation BMW Group, said, “MW CarData will take the connectivity of our vehicles to a new dimension. Our BMW ConnectedDrive customers will be able to take advantage of new, innovative and customized third-party services in a quick and easy manner. Protecting vehicle data is part of our understanding of premium in the highly-connected vehicle. This is what customers expect from us. In this way, we are allowing customers to decide what happens with their data. This is precisely the philosophy behind BMW CarData.” Eventually, this data can be used for more precise insurance premium calculations and even more expert mechanical repairs. Learn more about BMW’s CarData system at BMW of Palm Springs.

Lamborghini is known for the exquisite and memorable vehicles in which they create. The LM 002 was one of the many projects taken on by Lamborghini that has left its mark in the world of cars.   At the end of the 1970's, the American company MIT commissioned Lamborghini to design an off-road vehicle. At first, the project failed. It was proposed again in 1981 and after several prototypes had been built and waited to become street legal. Lamborghini presented the LM 002 series model in 1986 where then the vehicle was available to all. This powerful off-road with the Countach engine was liked by kings, actors and racers alike – the first LM 002 was delivered to the King of Morocco. In 1987 an LM 002 was built and used also for the pharaohs' rally and for the Paris-Dakar one year later. The last LM 002 was produced in 1992 making history for Lamborghini.   Interested in learning more about the LM 002? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Lamborghini Houston.

Recently, Bentley took the time to define the Luxury Electric vehicle at the 2017 Auto Shanghai. Bentley’s electric vehicle met luxury customer demands. Their levels of craftsmanship and refinement, with electric performance and grand touring capabilities shocked everyone who attended. Take a look at the exquisite, beautiful models below. Interested in custom designing your very own Bentley? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Bentley Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Experience the latest in a distinguished bloodline. The F‑TYPE range offers sports cars that only Jaguar could create; effortless performance and precise agile handling, with everyday refinement and usability. The 2018 F‑TYPE now features a 296hp turbocharged 2.0‑Liter 4‑cylinder Ingenium engine, the most advanced and efficient engine ever found in an F‑TYPE.   The turbocharged engine provides strong performance with refinement. It’s packed with innovative technologies, including Intelligent Continuously Variable Valve Lift Control, an E‑wastegate and a variable displacement oil pump. The result is exceptional power, lower running costs, and a fundamental reinvention of F‑TYPE’s dynamic performance. The F‑TYPE roars right from its heart. Its Sport Exhaust growls powerfully from start-up, building to a race-car-inspired crescendo. An Active Sport Exhaust uses Active Bypass Valves to allow exhaust gases to exit more directly for a deep, dramatic sound. The Jaguar F-TYPE is powerful, agile and utterly distinctive; a true Jaguar sports car.   Interested in purchasing your very own Jaguar F-TYPE? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Jaguar Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus today.

The 2017 Range Rover is a vehicle that is fully equipped to take on any challenge that is set in its way. The true design, exceptional capability and InControl technologically advanced features never cease to amaze. Discover the five reasons we love the 2017 Range Rover below. The build. With its three classic lines of the lower accent trim, floating roofline and continuous waistline, the Range Rover is unmistakable. The interior. Beautifully appointed, the vehicle’s interior gives a sense of calm, indulgent and luxurious comfort. The versatility. The Range Rover can seat up to five people. You along with friends or family can go away for the weekend with plenty of space for overnight bags and suitcases. The capability. All-Terrain Progress Control is a state-of-the-art system that is designed to help you set and maintain a steady speed when driving your Range Rover in challenging conditions. The V8 engine. The V8 has a compact and lightweight all-aluminum design, with low levels of internal friction. The engine has been optimized around a modern Bosch engine management system. Interested in purchasing your very own Range Rover? We encourage you to stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Land Rover Rancho Mirage.

Celebrating its 75 th anniversary, Aston Martin’s Atom concept car remains elegant and iconic. The Atom was the first model produced by David Brown in 1948. The Atom worked as an avant-garde prototype developed using an early form of space-frame chassis and independent suspension. This remarkable vehicle led to the creation of great classic designs such as the unforgettable DB family. This very concept car was one of the reasons behind Brown’s decision to purchase the company.   As the years passed, the Atom was moved into the Le Mans Motor Museum where it was then purchased by current owner, Tom Rollason. “The Atom encapsulates everything that Aston Martin represents. It was highly fashionable, at the cutting-edge of design and anybody would have been extremely proud to have owned it,” Rollason says. The interior is striking and exquisite, with airline-style seats in luxurious deep-red leather. Gordon Sutherland participated in the design concept of the historical and sculpted Atom. “The very rigid body, which gives the impressive front suspension, is actually a very comfortable ride and actually very modern in its feel. Sutherland’s aim was to avoid too many connections from the engine bay to the cockpit to minimize fumes and noise,” explains Rollason.   The Atom reaches a top speed of 96 mph and runs perfectly on modern smooth roads. When the Second World War began, the second Atom was never built, but Sutherland was not short of ideas on what he wanted to do with it. “He was going to put extra length in the chassis so that it was a true four-door saloon,” Rollason explains. “He also planned to lower the roofline, which would have made it a very streamlined car. And he wanted a smaller petrol tank to increase the boot space and a different gearbox if the Cotal wasn’t available. There were also going to be some changes to the rear braking system.” The gleaming Atom represents the pure embodiment of Aston Martin’s core design values. This young-at-heart and instantly recognizable model will never lose its shine.   Interested in learning more about the famous Aston Martin Atom? We encourage you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

The McLarens 720S has a wild and powerful look. The new Super Series car has exquisite features that have never been seen before. Discover everything there is to love about the 2018 McLaren 720S below. Interested in purchasing your very own McLaren 720S? We encourage you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s McLaren Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus today!

Earlier this year, indiGO Auto Group's Audi Rancho Mirage showcased a new vehicle as a hole-in-one car for a golf tournament at Mountain View Country Club in La Quinta, California. Check out some of our favorite shots from the day. Take home your very own Audi from indiGO Auto Group's Audi Rancho Mirage today.

IndiGO Auto Group's Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rancho Mirage hosted several clients for a Springtime Drive. Guests were invited to meet at the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rancho Mirage dealership on the Desert European Motorcars Campus. From there, the group traveled to Avensole Winery in Temecula. Guests enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the vineyard set among some of the most beautiful scenery in California. Follow indiGO Auto Group on Facebook to stay up-to-date with dealership news and events.

Celebrating a century of power, the Maserati GranTurismo MC Centennial brings performance and racing success for all to experience. The lines of its sleek exterior and the roar of its powerful V8 engine turn every head. The GranTurismo is an expression of unparalleled elegance and performance, bringing track-inspired excitement and exclusivity to the road.   Inspired by the Maserati Birdcage 75th concept car, the GranTurismo exemplifies magnificent design and brilliant engineering. From its sculpted silhouette, styled by leading Italian design house Pininfarina, to its powerful Maserati V8 engine, this four-seater sports car offers thrills and exhilaration for everyone on board. The Maserati GranTurismo offers the latest safety features, including innovative technology that reduces the risk of collision. The equipped model was made to change lives and create the perfect cabin ride for all who enter. The top speed will send you back into your seat as it reaches 185mph and accelerates from 0 to 60mph in just 4.6 seconds. Don’t miss out on the thrill of driving your very own Maserati GranTurismo MC Centennial!   Looking forward to taking the Maserati GranTurismo MC Centennial for a spin? We welcome you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Maserati of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Get out of your comfort zone and experience something new! The Cayenne GTS is best at bringing you into closer contact with every bump and curve in the road, giving you ultimate power behind the wheel. This Porsche has increased driving stability, improved comfort and upgraded performance levels.   The Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) Plus is a system for enhancing driving dynamics and stability. The electronically controlled rear differential lock works by varying torque distribution to the rear wheels. The PTV Plus optimizes steering response and precision by selectively applying brake pressure to the left or right rear wheel. Not only does the Porsche Cayenne GTS provide enhanced dynamics but, it also offers Porsche Stability Management. This feature helps stabilize the vehicle in hazardous road scenarios. The electric control system uses sensors to continuously monitor the direction, speed, velocity and lateral acceleration of the car. The traction is also enhanced when accelerating on inconsistent road surfaces. You can tackle any terrain with these systems!   The Cayenne GTS also offers adaptive cruise control with Porsches Active Safe. This system uses a radar sensor to monitor the road up to 650 feet ahead. The integrated Porsche Active Safe visually and audibly warns the driver of a potential collision and briefly tugs on the brakes.   The capabilities of the Porsche Cayenne GTS are truly phenomenal!   Interested in custom designing your very own Porsche? We encourage you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche St. Louis, or Porsche of North Houston.

For five decades, the Porsche 911 has been the class benchmark in terms of performance and efficiency. With every generation, the Porsche 911 has raised the bar to a new level. The Porsche engineers from Zuffenhausen and Weissach reinvented the 911, demonstrating the innovative power of the Porsche brand. Although the 911 always led the way in terms of sportiness too, driving performance was never the developers’ sole focus.   One of the secrets to the success of the 911 series is its constant and systematic enhancement. Each year, many small details on the 911 have been improved, making it closer and closer to Ferry Porsche’s ideal image of the perfect sports car. In 2000, Porsche presented the 911 Turbo model line 996. The new brake in this model, known as the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake, was a significant technological advancement that set new standards, in particular in terms of decisive criteria, such as responsiveness, fading stability, weight and service life. Porsche was the first car manufacturer in the world to develop a ceramic composite brake disc with an involute cooling channel for efficient interior cooling.   In the 991 series of the 911, which was introduced in 2011, Porsche further perfected the lightweight design for sports cars. This achieved a number of goals; improving vehicle dynamics while reducing fuel consumption, as well as enhancing safety and raising levels of comfort in comparison with earlier vehicles. The engineers chose a concept that puts the right material in the right place, using the right construction method. The focus placed on 911 innovation is unparalleled. Can you imagine what today’s 911 can do?   Eager to drive the newest 911 model? We encourage you to visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche St. Louis, or Porsche of North Houston.