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Buildings Around the World Inspired by Birds
By Lola Méndez
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Why NORQAIN Might Be the Best Swiss Watch Brand You Haven’t Looked at Yet

Independent, family-owned, quietly earning its place on the wrists of serious athletes (Sydney Crosby, et al.) and serious collectors alike.

By Cool Material
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How PITAKA’s Sunset Collection Is Shaping the Future of Emotional Design

High-performance tech gear meets pure visual poetry.

By Cool Material
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Wellen Performance-Lined Swim Trunks, Reviewed by a Swim Trunk Skeptic

Could these be the shorts to end all my swimwear complaints? Tried, tested, reviewed.

By Cool Material
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Ares Wami Lalique Spyder

Ares has achieved the seemingly impossible with the Wami Lalique Spyder, a stunning roadster that seamlessly blends the safety standards of today with the timeless allure of '50s and '60s design. Diverging from the trend of chasing bigger numbers and overwhelming tech, Ares opted for a 231 horsepower inline-six reminiscent…

By John A. Paradiso
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ROCS Tatooine Is a One-Off Porsche 911 Inspired by Star Wars

In the realm of Porsche aficionados, where perfectionism reigns supreme, daring souls often shatter the mold and craft their unique vision of automotive excellence. Richard Gonçalves of ROCS Motorsport embodies this rebellious spirit with his latest creation, the “Tatooine” 911, a one-off masterpiece that boldly defies conventional norms. Unlike the…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Audi R8 Le Mans Race Car Has Been Transformed Into the ABT XGT

Buckle up, gearheads! The mystery behind the jaw-dropping Audi R8 that's been causing a stir at the Nürburgring has finally been unveiled—it's the ABT Sportsline XGT. Straight from the wizards at ABT, known for turning Audis into asphalt-chewing beasts, the XGT is their latest masterpiece. Born as the Audi R8…

By John A. Paradiso
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1988 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV

In '85, the Lamborghini Countach hit its zenith, epitomizing raw power and sleek design with the 5000 QV. Boasting a pumped-up Bizzarrini V12, now a 5-liter beast with four valves per cylinder and Weber downdraft carbs, it unleashed a whopping 414 horsepower. Our spotlight today is on a mint 1988…

By John A. Paradiso
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Tesla Announces New Model 3 Performance

Get ready to hit the accelerator because Tesla is gearing up to unleash the beast – the refreshed Model 3 Performance. According to insiders at CarSales.com.au, this upgraded powerhouse is set to make its mark in the first half of the coming year. Tesla isn't just tweaking the looks; they're…

By John A. Paradiso
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