Voyages
“Voyages” by Patek Philippe, A journey through the history of the brand’s World and Travel Time Complications By the mid 1930s the world had become a smaller place in terms of time. What started as a globally accepted implementation of time zones to avoid disaster with railway timetables, had become by the earlier decades of […]
Salon Privé 2019
Now in its 14th consecutive year, Salon Privé is one of the most established automotive events in the UK, taking place in the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace; birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and home to the Duke of Marlborough and his family. Each year, we step back in time with the prestigious Chubb Insurance […]
Popeye GMT by Bamford Watch Department
George Bamford and his team make us smile once again with their latest collaboration with King Features, which has resulted in a version of the Bamford London GMT watch which celebrates the famous sailor’s 90th birthday. Paying homage to Popeye’s story, this delightfully whimsical timepiece features a navy and white colour scheme that commemorates the […]
Audi E-Tron 55 Quattro
The first six months of this year saw a 27.6% growth in demand for used hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric cars as 65,765 changed hands. According to the Britain Under the Bonnet report, two in five drivers are considering an electric vehicle as their next purchase, an increase of 7.5m drivers in the past two […]
One of a kind
It is safe to say that Bentley has really gone to town with its hundredth anniversary celebrations. From bespoke books to futuristic concept cars and a myriad of events around the world, the company has been showcasing their global success and their commitment to a future of innovation. The latest of its centenary projects has […]
Perpetually Complete
The Genius of Greubel Forsey’s Quantième Perpétuel À Équation watch. It is arguably the oldest complication in horology. If studies of the Antikythera mechanism are correct, then horologists and scientists have been working on the problem of a perpetual calendar since 87 BC. The Antikythera mechanism was an ancient Greek analogue computer that could predict […]
SILENT 55
Last autumn, SILENT-YACHTS introduced the SILENT 55, the first and only oceangoing solar-electric production catamaran in the world. The yacht uses silent electric propulsion for unlimited range with no noise or fumes and minimal vibration; she is self-sufficient and virtually maintenance-free. I had the privilege to spend a day onboard this beauty last month and […]
The Motorcycle Diaries
Motorcycle: Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen Month: 1 Mileage: 500 The revs flutter at 6,000 RPM as I brake hard into the upcoming corner, my knee almost touches the asphalt as I effortlessly glide around the bend, and with a blip of the throttle the front end rises delicately skywards as I continue my one-man-race through the […]
100 Years Old And Going Strong
This year’s Bentley centenary celebrations culminated on July 10th at the home of Bentley in Crewe, with the presentation of the grand tourer of the future, the Bentley EXP 100 GT. Created from the purest Bentley DNA and inspired by their discerning customers, the EXP 100 GT embraces electrification, technology, artificial intelligence and of course, […]
Lang Lang Black Diamond Grand Piano
It was in Paris, as spring was beginning to flourish that Steinway & Sons unveiled its new and possibly most beautiful piano yet: the Lang Lang Black Diamond Grand Piano. This beautiful instrument was presented to 1,600 guests during an exclusive Lang Lang concert at the Paris Philharmonic. This piano has been specially designed for […]
