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Mercedes-Benz S-Class captures a classic coupe essence Two decades ago, my late colleague David E. Davis reviewed the big, new Mercedes CL-Class coupe with this (paraphrased) exclamation: “I’m sitting in this luxurious two-door coupe with a pillar-less hardtop, a generous V8 engine up front, and rear wheel drive. It’s what always described an American luxury…
Aviation Icon Lands at Palomar If you’re interested in aviation, you probably have heard of Clay Lacy. If you don’t know the name, here’s a short recap of his accomplishments. Began flying at age 12, solo and pilot’s license at 14, flight instructor at 16, and at the tender age of 19, became a United…
Founded in 1968, Clay Lacy Aviation is a premier aircraft charter and management company operating locally out of McClellan–Palomar Airport. Delivering a complete spectrum of aviation services, Clay Lacy Aviation now offers both the Learjet 45XR and Citation CJ3 for private jet charter. Mention Ranch & Coast to receive either a complimentary sedan and driver…
The BMW i8 strikes a remarkable balance of performance, style, and efficiency Just what is a supercar? For years that describer has been applied to exotic sports cars with racecar performance. But is performance enough? Hardly. A low-slung exotic built with lightweight materials and great curb appeal is not an unimportant attribute. And rarity is…
The Ghibli sedan is designed to get a share of volume luxury Maserati is one of just two Italian automakers with a long history building sports cars that has also ventured into the sedan market. Its kissing cousin Alfa Romeo, another Fiat property, is the other well-known nameplate. Both produced sporting sedans back in the…
For the Owner to Drive Don’t get me wrong, the giant Rolls-Royce Phantom is not a difficult machine to operate. But even drivers who love the girth of this flagship, when they’re behind the wheel, may look like the hired help. And I’d submit that self-esteem is one of the reasons you might buy the…
Mercedes-Benz’s CLA250 is a home run for the venerable automaker It’s relatively easy for an established luxury brand to move downscale to attract new, younger buyers. The strategy is simple. For the same price as a well-equipped, mainstream midsize sedan, the base price of a small German luxury car looks pretty attractive. A big drawback…
Concorso Italiano will celebrate 30 years as an important part of Monterey’s Car Festival Nearly every exotic Italian sports, car, except Ferrari, has had a near death experience. Lamborghini was rescued by Chrysler, then by Indonesian investors, and finally VW Group. Alexandro de Tomasso saved Maserati before the Fiat snatched the remnants out of receivership.…
BMW’s new M3 sedan and M4 coupe shed two cylinders and add performance For many American car enthusiasts, it’s hard to beat the rumble of a performance-tuned V8 engine. Eight cylinders have been the staple of muscle cars like Mustang, Challenger, and Camaro, even though their new six-cylinder engines now provide prodigious power and…
The Viper has upped the luxury and price, but it still bites Once upon a time, supercars required heavy hands and feet to operate. If you wished to successfully drive a Ferrari, you first needed to manage a clutch pedal while power-rowing an obstreperous shifter through precise gates. And if your hand and…
Jaguar’s XJR brings British luxury to the big, super-sports sedan Not a small part of Tesla’s Model S charm is its ability to accelerate with the unbridled alacrity that’s nearly equal to big, expensive rivals from major automakers. Of course if you repeatedly drive a Model S like you stole it, your range…
It was the best of times, it was the — very best of times. We always look forward to the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, but this year the event took absolute center stage on our calendar because my husband Richard entered his 1930 Type 46 Bugatti. The car’s coachworks (that’s body in car-guy speak)…
Occasionally, automotive and lifestyle writers are tasked with traveling in style to a luxury boutique hotel, sampling rare wines, and enjoying food prepared by three-star Michelin chefs. We look at it as a duty we’re compelled to perform for our readers. And it’s one of those assignments we rarely turn down. Recently, I received…
Taking place April 24-26, the showcase at Scripps Park highlights iconic performance vehicles and a weekend of elevated automotive events
The Lincoln Aviator Black Label offers striking design, intuitive technology, and an effortless drive
This is the most opportune time for vehicles equipped with the 245/45R18 size, as many of them are all season tires
Cadillac’s newest three-row EV delivers comfort, technology, and range — but its digital-only features may divide drivers
This ultra-luxury sedan pairs V12 power with handcrafted elegance, cutting-edge technology, and bespoke design details that set a new standard in high-end automotive excellence
This high-performance, plug-in hybrid coupe from Mercedes-Benz blends both luxury and prowess
Not Your Daddy’s Caddy — Cadillac’s CT5 V Blackwing delivers style and substance
Making its return to San Diego, the 19th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance celebrates the artistry of classic hood ornaments, Lincoln Motor Company’s 100th anniversary, and the golden age of American hot rods
From avant-garde fashion to electrified design, Jaguar’s daring relaunch draws mixed reactions as the luxury marque shifts toward an all-electric future
