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Recently, the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 made its debut in North America at the historic Barker Hagar in Santa Monica, California. This model is known as the “future of luxury mobility” with its sleek design and out-of-this-world dynamics. The VISION NEXT 100 is the centenary of the BMW Group and has been codenamed 103EX. The ‘Voice of Eleanor’ is who will answer to you every need and can be heard in the 103EX bringing the future to everyone who steps foot into the vehicle. The vehicle acts as a virtual assistant and chauffeur while the driver and passengers travel around town. Built with some of the most contemporary materials the world has to offer, the 103EX glides across any surface with elegance, making those who are in the vehicle feel as if they are floating in mid-air. Director of Design, Giles Taylor explained, “It is an expression of our intrinsic understanding of the possibilities for a true luxury brand and the desires of its customers.” Poised as well as reimagined, the vehicle still reflects the luxury Rolls-Royce Motor Cars brand that all motorcar enthusiast love.   To discover more about Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ car of the future, the 103EX, and to build your own Rolls-Royce, we welcome you to indiGO Auto Group’s Rolls-Royce of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Aston Martin is the epitome of modern sports cars, always bringing style and charisma to every model. The Vantage Range is one of the most praised lines of Aston Martin models as options differ in style, performance, and special features. Take a walk through the techs and specs as we break down the details of four luxury Aston Martin models.   The V12 Vantage S is known as the “Pure Sport” in the collection. The advanced engineering put into the making of this model is absolutely intriguing. With the power to go from 0 to 60 mph in an outstanding 3.7 seconds, the V12 can reach a phenomenal top speed of 205 mph. The power of 562 horses roar through the V12 engine, making this Vantage model a package of pure aggression. The V12 Vantage S Roadster puts every road it glides across to the test. With superb agility and a breathtaking performance that never fails, the Roadster takes the V12 to a new level. The devilish model takes its place as Aston Martin’s fastest convertible and takes off from 0 to 60 mph in a breathtaking 3.0 seconds. The top speed of the V12 Vantage S Roadster is 201 mph showing off an impressive horsepower of 555. This model has definitely made its mark. The V8 Vantage S is known for bringing “Race-Bred Dynamism” to the collection. The bespoke model enhances stunning design as well as a top speed of 190 mph. The performance is not something you would experience in an average vehicle. It has the capability to go from a complete stop to 60mph in a matter of 4.8 seconds and boasts 430 horsepower. It’s enough to leave anyone astonished. The Vantage GT12 is the top model of the collection that was “Racing Inspired.” Being a lightweight special edition, this model raises the bar for the Vantages. All of Aston Martin’s experience from over the years came together in creation of this vehicle. The horsepower provided by the V12 engine is exactly 591, making it inevitable that the model cannot be beat. The GT12 is definitely a vehicle of luxury in every aspect. If one of the models from the Vantage collection has captured your interest, visit indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage of the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Not only is the 2017 Ghibli one of Maserati’s newest motorcars, but it is also one of the most sophisticated vehicles in today’s market. With so many great features and masterful combinations of handling and comfort, here are five reasons to love the 2017 Ghibli. The premium sound system in the 2017 Ghibli is created to provide everyone who travels in the vehicle a new height of luxury. Created in association with Bowers & Wilkins the quality is outstanding. The performance in the sports car is a blissful experience. The Ghibli responds instantly to the driver’s every command, making sure to provide optimum satisfaction and stability when behind the wheel. The personalization available to the buyer of the sedan is revolutionary. There are three leather options, each of which provides a completely different look for the interior of the vehicle. A few of the options the buyers can choose from when selecting interior colors are Nero, Cuoio, Blu and Marrone. This new concept provides no limit to the buyer’s preference. The safety features are the most advanced on the market. Seven airbags wait to protect the passengers and driver inside of the Ghibli. Active headrests act to move up and forward to help reduce the distance a head moves during an accident. Several warning sensors keep the driver aware of outside driving conditions. The powerful V6 engine delivers maximum exhilaration to the driver, making every drive exciting. The twin turbocharged V6 engine stands apart from every other vehicle by bringing high performance and low fuel consumption to the table. Experience an all-new thrill when you drive the 2017 Maserati Ghibli.   To test drive the 2017 Maserati Ghibli or to custom design  your own, visit indiGO Auto Group’s Maserati of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

At a sold-out event at the Porsche Museum in Germany, engineers and drivers paired up to showcase several racing cars. The purpose? To listen intently to the engines of rare sports cars. Porsche Sound Night has been a favorite international event of Porsche enthusiasts for six years now. Of the 2016 evening, Porsche describes, “Visitors were…able to listen to the engine of the winning vehicle from Le Mans in 1977. The 936/77 Spyder was presented by racing legend Jürgen Barth. Later on in the evening, visitors had the chance to enjoy the engine sounds of the 804 Formula 1 racing car from 1962, the 911 Carrera RSR 3.0 from 1974 and the 956 C. Some of the latest vehicles were also present, including the new 718 Boxster and the 911 R.” The sound of a Porsche is distinct, and the company was excited to host an event honoring the roars of Porsches from the past! Want to take the Porsche engine sound home with you? Stop by indiGO Auto Group's Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche St. Louis, or Porsche of North Houston.

The ever-successful luxury brand Bugatti accepted another award for their immaculate showroom design. Earlier this month, Bugatti opened a re-designed dealership in Zurich. The Bugatti location in Switzerland is the first in the country for the brand, and it’s the eighth in Europe with a brand-new showroom design. “Switzerland is traditionally a very strong market for Bugatti,” said Guy Caquelin, Regional Director for Europe and Russia with Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S, during the inauguration ceremony. “In Switzerland, many luxury brands are at home and a high value is placed on exclusive luxury products and perfect craftsmanship. This is why we are very pleased to open our showroom in Zurich, the first location in Switzerland with the new Bugatti brand design, and to forge ahead with the Chiron.” Switzerland is one of Bugatti’s most important markets in Europe. Ten percent of the 450 Veyron super sports cars sold throughout the world were purchased by customers in this country alone. The showroom exhibits Bugatti’s brand identity in one of the largest dealerships in the world. The brand received the design award from the German Design Council in the Automotive Brand Contest. Here at indiGO Auto Group, we are thrilled to represent such a luxurious, expanding brand. BRAVO, Bugatti!   To test drive or custom design a Bugatti, we encourage you to visit indiGO Auto Group’s Bugatti Houston.

BMW’s venture into SUV production has been one of great success, and the X1 is a testament to the brand’s ability to combine both luxury and convenience. Deemed a Sports Activity Vehicle, the car is powerful, rugged, and smart. The 228 horsepower engine takes the automobile from zero to sixty in a little as 6.3 seconds, and the 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission changes gears smoothly and effortlessly. The spacious vehicle can hold everything you need for your next adventure in 58.7 cubic feet of rear storage, all housed within a shell fit for the off-road terrain. It’s technology reigns supreme, from safety features to infotainment. A full-color Head-Up display places information about the car and driving conditions right on the windshield, ensuring that the driver never takes his or her eyes off the road. The X1 received the Top Safety Pick+, the highest safety rating available, in IIHS’s annual safety study for its advanced safety technology and performance in crash testing. An all-around excellent SUV, the BMW X1 is the ideal option for traveling and adventuring with peace of mind. To test drive the newest BMW X1, stop by indiGO Auto Group's BMW of Palm Springs today.

Recently, Lamborghini renewed their virtual image with a new and improved website. Every aspect has been recreated and reworked to show off more definition and detail for each and every vehicle. The new layout reveals bright colors that form the backdrop for a homepage and scrolls vertically rather than horizontally, giving viewers a whole new experience. The content provided on the page is available in six different languages and will enhance everyone’s experience who views the page. On the new site, there is a Car Configurator, which gives customers the ability to customize their Huracan or Aventador in deep detail with just a few clicks. Also, users will be able to retrace the history of Lamborghini by describing the design and innovations that have helped turn the brand into the only marque of its kind in the world. The indiGO Auto Group team is proud to represent a brand that continues to stay so technologically advanced.   If you are interested in test driving a Lamborghini or purchasing a custom vehicle you’ve designed on Lamborghini’s new website, visit us at indiGO Auto Group’s Lamborghini Houston.

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.

Jaguar strives to be ahead of the curve in automotive technology. Producing some of the world’s top luxury vehicles, Jaguar has made the XF better than ever. Take a walk through some of the best tech-savvy feature the Jaguar XF has to offer. InControl Remote & Protect- This advanced technological feature gives you access to monitor the vehicle through a smartphone. InControl offers ability to track journeys, remotely lock and unlock your car, and remotely start the engine to heat or cool the cabin. InControl Touch- The InControl Touch system consists of an 8-inch touchscreen display with intuitive swipe controls that provide you with full command over a large range of features including audio, climate and navigation. Virtual Instrument Display- The high-definition Virtual Instrument Display gives life to information using a 12.3-inch TFT screen. The virtual display combines an outstanding new design with a graphical interface to make your driving experience even more pleasurable behind the wheel. There are four pre-set display themes to choose from that suits a range of personal preferences. To find out more about the Jaguar XF, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Jaguar of 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.

Recently, McLaren announced their first upcoming ice driving experience – The Pure McLaren Arctic Experience. The event will take place in January of 2017 in northern Finland, and it will be the only ice driving program in the world to offer the thrill of the multi-award winning McLaren Sports Series. Guests who register for the program will be treated to a once-in-a-lifetime experience as they journey over snow-covered roads and ice tracks. The drivers will be accompanied by a team of professional driving coaches from Pure McLaren. Vehicles such as the McLaren 570S Coupe will be a part of the program and will accommodate the winter activities that are planned for the guests. The activities include a husky safari and snowmobile expedition. Event attendees will stay in the luxury Jarvi Lodge, the former home of the President of Finland, while experiencing Finnish hospitality in a remote location nestled within the Lappish wilderness surrounded by vast lakes, forests. Bonus? The locale is ideal for viewing the Northern Lights. The program lasts three days and is tailored for groups of four to fourteen. Come enjoy one of the world’s most expansive winter testing facilities in the world.   If you have any questions or would like to find out more about registering for the McLaren Ice Driving Experience visit indiGO Auto Group’s McLaren Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.