Awesome Luxury

Porsche’s concept electric hypercar picks up where the 918 Spyder left off. Its sleek exoskeleton is made from carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, with scissor doors and curved glass surrounding its cockpit. The design showcases elements inspired by Porsche race cars and would aim to be the fastest road-legal car around the Nürburgring if produced.

Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s Houseplant make unique and wonderful products for people who enjoy a good high. Their spendy Car Lighter offers a nostalgic method for lighting up its vintage-style car cigarette lighter that pops up when ready. Its base is made from natural marble for a rich and impressive look.

This high-tech espresso machine makes five different kinds of coffee drinks with the push of a button. Choose from regular coffee, espresso, cappuccino, latte, or iced coffee. Simply fill it with water, beans, and milk, and it does all the work. It also offers adjustable settings for strength, milk, and foam levels.

Lexus just rolled out two new vehicles for 2024, including a 3-row family SUV designed for space and everyday cargo carrying. The Lexus TX has more reserved styling than other recent Lexus vehicles, something that’s sure to please more conservative buyers. Expect a smooth and quiet ride, along with responsive handling, which Lexus prides itself on these days.

The first of two new 2024 Lexus SUVs is a revamp of the sturdy but long-in-the-tooth GX. The all-new GX 550 rides on the same platform as the LX 600 for improved on- and off-road handling. It’s powered by a 3.4L twin-turbo V6 that makes 349 hp and 479 lb-ft. of torque, has full-time 4WD, and comes in a rugged new Overtrail grade. A hybrid model is in the works too.

This new variant of the sexy AMG SL 2+2 roadster is powered by engine tech honed on the F1 circuit. Its 2.0L 4-cylinder engine has an electric exhaust gas turbocharger for smooth and consistent throttle response. Working with a 48V electrical system, the hybrid drivetrain sends 375 hp and 354 lb-ft. of torque exclusively to the rear wheels.

Aston’s fierce DB12 sports coupe features a muscular design with 2+2 seating. It’s powered by a 4.0L, twin-turbo V8 that produces 671 hp and 590 lb-ft. of torque. It goes 0-to-60 MPH in 3.6 seconds, with a top speed of 202 mph. Performance features include an adaptive damping system and dynamic torque vectoring to sharpen the car’s cornering prowess.

Enes Yilmazer is known for touring some of the world’s most exclusive homes, yachts, and destinations. In fact, the $1.25 million Dembell motorhome is the least expensive item we can find on his channel. The Mercedes-based luxury RV is packed with technology and comfort, and even has a garage in back that can hold a Smart car.

Ooni brings its high-temperature pizza oven indoors. Their Volt electric pizza oven can reach temperatures up to 850°F, baking beautiful Neapolitan-style pizzas in 90 seconds right on your countertop. Adjustable heating coils above and below its cordierite baking stone help make delicious pizzas just the way you like.

UK artists Two Brass Monkeys make wonderfully challenging sculptural puzzles from brass and stainless steel. Among their tricky designs are the spherical Gob Stopper, the hexagonal Joy of Hex, and log-shaped Pygmy and Marmoset. Each one will flex your brain as you attempt to separate and put together their geometry.

McLaren takes its super sports car to the next level with the new 750S. Building on the astounding 720S, the 750S is lighter, more powerful, and more aerodynamic. Its 4.0L twin-turbo V8 makes 740 hp, launching the carbon fiber beast from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 sec. or 0 to 124 mph in 7.2 sec. It’s available as a coupe or drop-top.

Adventure calls at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge, the hotelier’s first luxury safari property in Africa with 20 lush private tents. Located on the edge of Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s greatest wilderness regions, the landscape lets guests spot lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinoceros, and elephants.

There’s no mistaking the red-trimmed kidney grille on this hybrid SUV as anything but a bonker’s BMW. The automaker’s most potent M car uses a twin-turbo V8 and electric drivetrain to crank out 738 hp and 735 lb-ft. of torque. The performance-tuned XM Label Red zooms from 0-60 mph in 3.7 sec, with a top speed of 175 mph.

The Nissan Armada has been the Japanese automaker’s largest SUV for 20 years. We hadn’t spent time in one in a while and recently had the opportunity to live with the 2023 Armada for a week. Does the upscale Platinum model have what it takes to keep up in today’s crowded 3-row SUV market?

For two consecutive years, our favorite NY Auto Show moment has been the concept reveal at Genesis House. This week the Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept blew us away, not only for its sporty profile, Magma paint, and carbon-fiber-shelled Recaro seats, but because this is no pipe dream: a tweaked version will be produced next year.

This unique razor features a lightweight titanium alloy. It has a rotating head and accepts standard Gilette swivel cartridges. In addition to the sandblasted grey finish, it’s available in limited-edition patterns in shades of blue, grey, and a very special Starry Night design. The stand is sold separately.

Bye bye Aventador, hello Revuelto. Lamborghini’s high-performance hybrid combines a naturally-aspirated V12 engine with three electric motors and a unique eight-speed, double-clutch transverse gearbox to produce 1001 horsepower. It zooms from 0-to-62 mph in 2.5 seconds on its way to an insane top speed of 217 mph.

We recently drove the Nissan Pathfinder. Now, we’ve spent some time getting to know its fancier cousin, the Infiniti QX60. The luxury SUV retains the Pathfinder’s versatility while upgrading its materials and creature comforts. It features a luxurious and quiet cabin, a confident and refined ride, and lots of modern tech.

When it comes to luxury and performance vehicles, Genesis has been knocking it out of the park since it first came on the scene. Sitting at the pinnacle of the Genesis line is the G90, an exquisite, comfortable, and powerful full-size sedan packed with impressive features that put it on-par or above its pricier European competitors.

Masaya & Co.’s unique rockers add style and relaxation to any space. Each chair is handcrafted from sustainably sourced teak, walnut, or mahogany wood, and features a woven cord seat and back in an eye-catching pattern. Our favorites? The Mot Mot and the San Geronimo. They come fully assembled and ready to rock.

This Park City-inspired SUV is based on the Range Rover Sport Autobiography P530 V8, wrapped in a Deep Gloss Vermillion Red. It rolls on 23″ Satin Dark Grey wheels and includes winter wheels and tires, two sets of Hinterland Skis, and an Alpine Ski roof box. Just 20 will be made, with $5000 from each going to the Youth Sports Alliance.

Nestled on 12,000 acres in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, the Primland Resort is a special place to get away from it all. Mixing quiet luxury with an adventurous spirit, the resort offers accommodations in its Lodge, cottages, and treehouses, where you’ll enjoy amazing vistas, delectable dining, and a plethora of outdoor activities.

Farer’s Lander IV features a beautifully-reflective sea-green sunray dial with highly legible digits and Super-LumiNova for nighttime visibility. It has a precise Sellita SW330-2 movement with a 56-hour power reserve, date functionality, and a see-through back. A luxurious St Venere leather strap completes the sophisticated look.