If there is one thing we learned from our fathers, it’s this: If it ain’t broke, don’t fuck with it. Words to live by. That aside, we were pleasantly surprised with what Germany’s Gemballa did with the McLaren 12C Spider. For those un-familiar, Gemballa has long been a tuner largely catering to Porsche automobiles. Truth be told, they are sometimes accused of taking beautiful cars and making them, uh, ugly. Not so with the McLaren. Gemballa simply improves on what could be one of the classiest supercars on the road. Leaving the 625 horsepower V-8 alone, they add new carbon fiber aerodynamic package, leather and Alcantara interior in choice of colors as well as color matched gauges. This package starts around $25,000. For those feeling flush, and we assume if you own a McLaren - you ... continue reading
Anything Aston Martin puts out is going to get our attention, but this is crazy. The CC100 Speedster Concept was crafted by the evil geniuses over at Aston Martin in less than six months, and is a thing of beauty (what else would you expect). Taking cues from the DBR1, the CC100 Speedster Concept perfectly combines ... continue reading
You probably already know the benefits of using whiskey stones instead of ice in your drink. Basically, they cool your drink without watering it down so you get all the flavor you expect at a bit more pleasant temperature. With these Icon Whiskey Stones, you can add a bit more fun to your boozing experience. Available ... continue reading
Admit it, you kinda loved slap bracelets. They were addictive and only occasionally left a searing cut in your arm. Well, take that idea and apply it to something a little more useful than a neon colored accessory, and you have the Plume Recoiling Mudguard. Plume is a bicycle mudguard that easily recoils when you ... continue reading
The Porsche 911 Turbo S. Porsche used to refer to it in advertisements as “like having your own personal amusement park”. Your g’damn right it is. For your viewing pleasure, the new 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S. Since we already know that the 911 is damn sexy, we will skip the aesthetics and get right into the important ... continue reading
While the Jeep Wrangler is more than capable for off-road activities, the more discerning adventurer knows that the Land Rover Defender reigns supreme. Based on the original Land Rover, the Defender has looked essentially the same since its introduction in 1983. To celebrate their 65th anniversary, Land Rover has introduced ... continue reading
It’s a fact, we all love/need our smartphones. No longer just for phone calls, they're an integral part of a connected lifestyle. And while most new cars have either iPhone or Bluetooth connectivity, what we really want is a 500 horsepower docking station on wheels. Making its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show is the ... continue reading
Based on the line at Rita's and the shortening of dresses, it appears nice weather is on the way. That means it's time to break out your single-speed and start saving on gas. While you're at it, might want to get prepared for any snags you may hit along the way with this Bike Tool from Victorinox. The latest edition ... continue reading
You don't have to be Richard Hammond to appreciate the iconic nature of the Porsche 911. You don't even need to be anywhere near his rich as him to drive one (Porsche dealers are surprisingly far more lenient than you think when it comes to letting you behind the wheel of one). For the 911's Golden Birthday, Porsche ... continue reading
For anyone that regularly watches Walking Dead, we know that a Zombie invasion is only a question of when, not if. For the vigilant among us, preparation is key. Basic first steps: zombie proof shelter, food and water, and appropriate weapons. The question begs, what happens if we have to travel due to our shelter ... continue reading
Despite being, dare we say, an entry level AMG, the CLA 45 embodies all that makes the AMG line so special. Horsepower is up nearly 150 ponies over the base-line CLA. Forcing air through the 2.0 liter four cylinder engine is a single turbocharger with twin scroll that generates an unheard of 26lbs of boost on premium ... continue reading
We take pride in bringing you the latest gear, gadgets, rides, music, etc. etc. Therefore, we felt it was our duty, even our obligation, to travel to New York City for the 2013 NY International Auto Show for the benefit of our readers. After performing an exhaustive investigation, we are pleased to present the 11 that made us drool. ... continue reading
We like fast cars. The combination of a powerful engine, aerodynamic body lines, two front seats and, well, no back seats is sexy. We can admit this. But sometimes, you need a little more room. Making its debut at the NY International Auto Show, the all new Range Rover Sport. The quintessential British SUV has been ... continue reading
Here at Cool Material, any time we’re offered an exclusive preview of a new automobile, we’re intrigued. So when Lexus invited us to spend some time with the re-designed 2014 IS sport sedan, including an afternoon testing its mettle on a racetrack, we couldn’t say no. So after a packed flight, we found ourselves in Austin, Texas smack in the middle of the annual South by Southwest Music & Innovation festival ready to hop behind the wheel. ... continue reading
Deck Art (No, Bob Vila, we're talking about skateboards and not actual decks) has come a long way since the time we were kids emulating Tony Hawk and pissing off our parents with trips to the first aid kit and occasionally the emergency room. They're not just prime branding spots anymore; they're legitimate canvases ... continue reading
The words "Dodge" and "exclusivity" are not often used in the same sentence. Not until now that is. Ace the Dodge part and rename it the SRT Viper and, while you’re at it, introduce the 2014 SRT Viper TA. Set to debut at the New York Auto Show later this month, SRT is producing exactly 33 of these race inspired Vipers ... continue reading
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