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WOODEN WONDER INTRODUCING ROVER TROPHY’S ELECTRIC WOODY

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Interview with Torsten Müller-Ötvös

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Buckle up and brace yourselves,

for you’ve just stumbled upon EQ magazine’s Dream Machine extravaganza! We’re all about the roar of engines and the whisper of dreams, and this issue is the petrol-fueled poetry you never knew your garage needed.

First on the scene, we dive headfirst into the illustrious world of Aston Martin, where the DBX707 reigns supreme. This beauty is not just an SUV; it’s a symphony of speed, a waltz of horsepower finesse. I recently took the DBX707 for a spin, and let me tell you, it’s like tangoing with a tornado in a tailored suit. In the ruthless arena of sports-car SUVs, it stands tall, thumbing its nose at giants like the Porsche Cayenne.

Picture James Bond swapping his tuxedo for a driving suit, and you’re halfway there.

But the drama doesn’t stop there! If you’re in the market for dream machines, look no further than the Bridge. Once a year, this legendary course in America comes alive, hosting a spectacle that even the most seasoned petrolheads can’t resist. Robert Rubin, Shamin Abas and Jeffrey Einhorn, the dynamic trio behind the automotive extravaganza, turn this green haven into a playground for the most remarkable cars in existence. Rain or shine, these enthusiasts conquer all, turning a golf course into a mesmerizing mosaic of horsepower.

And as we bid adieu to the realm of British brilliance, we snagged an exclusive chat with the maestro himself, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, the man steering the ship at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Picture this: an Austrian mountain range, a setting fit for a Bond villain’s lair, and a CEO who exudes the same level of coolness as holding the very first iPhone in 2007. We grilled him on the Spectre, Rolls-Royce’s electrifying venture into the automotive future, amidst topics that ranged from business strategy to battery production.

So, dear readers, rev those engines and plunge headlong into this automotive adventure. EQ’s Dream Machine issue is not just a read; it’s a joyride through the fast lanes of aspiration and elegance. Enjoy every twist and turn!

Daniel Hilpert, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

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A . Lange & Söhne's ZEIT WERK MINUTE REPEATER HONEYGOLD stands as the only mechanical wristwatch to marr y a jumping numerals display with the exacting precision of a minute repeater.

There's nothing quite like a well-crafted introduction to set the tone for horological excitement. And my dear, dear friends, have we got a delightfully unique timepiece to discuss today – the ZEITWERK MINUTE REPEATER HONEYGOLD by A. Lange & Söhne, those watchmaking virtuosi who orchestrate horological spectacles with the finesse of maestro Bernstein conducting the New York Philharmonic.

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HONEYGOLD strikes a balance between elegance and presence, with a case diameter of 44.2 millimeters. To top it off, it comes with a dark-brown, hand-stitched leather strap, adding the perfect finishing touch to its strikingly elegant appearance.

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ROVE R TROPHY & LEONAR DO CHAVER R A

A Kermit-green Lamborghini doing smok y burn-outs on New York’s Madison Avenue wouldn’t attract as many head-turns, finger points, or jaw-drops as this.

See Rover Trophy’s new, absolutely adorable Trophy WD “Woody” in the metal, or make that wood, especially in its natural habitat that’s The Hamptons, Palm Beach, or Malibu, and it’s impossible not to smile. Or pull out your camera phone.

And while you might see it gliding towards you, chances are you won’t hear it, courtesy of its whisper-quiet electric powertrain. Yes, it’s electric. A beefy Tesla electric motor juiced by 32 LG batteries provides the motivation.

T his latest addit ion to t he consta nt ly evolving Rover Trophy Collection comes from the creative mind of Rover Trophy founder Jeff Taylor. A lover of classic 1940s American “woody” station wagons, he doodled a drawing of a timber-clad Land Rover Defender D90 during Covid lock-down, and the rest is history.

“It really worked. The design stays true to the classic Land Rover shape, and really creates a very unique, very special, totally fun vehicle,” says Taylor.

Of course t he cha l lenge was get t ing some one to t u r n h is blue sk y concept into reality. The solution came after some i ntense i nter net r esea r ch when Ta ylor stumbled across the father-and-son team of Marshall Rose Joinery in the East Midlands of merrie olde England.

These master-craftsmen woodworkers took on the project, creating a stunning body out of dark African Sapele hardwood with contrasting lighter Ash wood framing. Add to that, tongueand-grove wood for the roof liner, and very nautical-looking sapele and thin-strip ash for the floors.

“Like any great craftsmen, they didn’t appreciate being rushed. In the end, it took two years, and 2,500 hours of effort to complete the project. But the result is truly a piece of wood-working art.”

ROVER TROPHY HAS BUILT A LAND ROVER “WOODY”. AND IT’S ELECTRIC

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“THE “WOODY” NESTLES RIGHT IN WITH OTHER TROPHY MODELS FEATURED IN A RECENT ALL ROVER CAPE COD SERIES EVENT IN DENNIS, MA,.”

—J E F F TAY LO R

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Once the body had been delivered to Rover Trophy’s Bridgeport, Connecticut workshops, it was joined to a new galvanized chassis, fitted with new front body panels and painted in period-correct Arles Blue with a Wimbledon White roof and steel wheels.

Inside, the seats, fascia and center console were trimmed in rich, hand-stitched chestnut brown leather with oh-so-British light brown Harris Tweed cloth inserts. And in keeping wit h t he “woody” look, t he steer ing wheel ha s a m i r r or varnished wooden rim.

In place of the typical GM-sourced LS3 V8 gas mo t or, or C u m m i n s t u rbo d iesel of fer ed in other RoverTrophy D e f e n d e r s , Ta y l o r was keen to add to the Woody’s unique st yle by mak ing it a fullyelectric EV, or Troph-e, as he likes to call it.

The package starts w it h a g ent l y u s e d , l o w - m i l e a g e Te s l a Model 3 electric motor, wh ich is mated to no fewer t ha n 32 LG 2 .6kW h l it h iu m-ion bat ter ies. T hese a re stored in three customm ade bat ter y b oxe s mounted in the former —J E F F TAY LO R engine bay, seat box and fuel tank areas.

Fully charged, the set-up gives a range of bet ween 160 and 190 miles, and wit h 325-horsepower and 320 lb-f t of torque, standstill to 60 mph acceleration is covered in a positively zippy six seconds.

Right now, the Trophy Rover WD electric D90 is a unique, one-of-one example, and cur rent ly ava i lable at $395,000 wh ich, according to Taylor, reflects the craftsmanship, t e c h nolo g y a nd t ho s e 2 , 5 0 0 hou r s of woodworking skills.

“It was such a fun project,” says Taylor.

“A key element of our brand is to constantly innovate and keep surprising our clients. With this WD, I feel the design stays true to the classic Land Rover shape, while the electric powertrain modernizes the performance and reliability.”.

“FOLLOW YOUR GAZE: THE UNEXPECTED WOOD EXTERIOR PULLS YOU IN. THE INSIDE IS EVEN BETTER - RICH, WARM, AND DOWNRIGHT STUNNING FROM EVERY VIEW.”

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The DBX707 propels Aston Martin to the peak of SUV performance.

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BEYOND SKIN DEEP EXCELLENCE INTRODUCING THE ASTON MARTIN DBX707 W R I T T EN BY DANIEL HILPER T I M AG ERY CO U R T E S Y O F A S TON M AR TIN

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The DNA of a sports car coursed through every fiber of the DBX707.

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AS MY FOOT TOUCHED THE ACCELERATOR, THE DBX707 ROARED TO LIFE, CATAPULTING US FROM 0 TO 60 MPH IN A MERE 3.1 SECONDS.

As the sun cast its golden rays over East Hampton, a thrilling promise pulled into my driveway: the Aston Martin DBX707. As I took my first steps toward the DBX707, its grille opening greeted me, noticeably expanded to usher in an intensified surge of cooling air. My gaze traced the contours of its 22-inch alloy wheels, a testament to the daring presence it wielded, setting the stage for the exhilaration that awaited.

Eager to experience its power firsthand, I nestled into the driver’s seat, my heart quickening in anticipation. As my foot touched the accelerator, the DBX707 roared to life, catapulting us from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 3.1 seconds. A feat that commanded attention in the fiercely competitive sportscar SUV landscape, a domain long dominated by giants like the Porsche Cayenne.

The DNA of a sports car coursed through ever y fiber of the DBX707, skillfully woven by Aston Martin’s design ethos. At the core lies an AMG-powered twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 engine, a force that propels the SUV into previously uncharted territory. Guided by an AMG-engineered automatic transmission, the driving experience was a tapestr y of excellence, each maneuver seamless and precise.

As the road stretched out before me, the DBX707 danced with the agility of a seasoned performer. Windy roads unfurled, beach towns beckoned, and the ocean’s edge served as our constant companion. Engaging the Sport+ mode, the vehicle unveiled its full potential, merging dynamism and prowess in an awe-inspiring symphony of power and control.

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The DBX707’s engine is now equipped with ball-bearing turbochargers and customized engine calibration.

The DBX707 showcases new features including a 9-speed wet clutch gearbox and 420mm carbon brakes.

ASTON MARTIN’S SUV BOASTS A CUTTING-EDGE 4.0-LITER V8 ENGINE.

As I nav igated t he t wisting and turning backroads of the Hamptons, the DBX707 revealed both its triumphs and minor hitches. The visually compelling dashboard arrangement held a touch of confusion, with drive, reverse, neutral, and park buttons dispersed in a slightly disorienting pattern. Furthermore, the navigation system, while proficient, yearned for the intuitive touch of a modern touchscreen interface.

Despite these minor wrinkles, the DBX707 envelops its occupants in a cocoon of comfort and opulence. The glass panoramic sunroof inundates the expansive cabin with natural light, creating an ambience of spaciousness. A voyage from Sag Harbor to Montauk metamorphoses into an experience to savor, underpinned by the resolute bite of the carbon-ceramic brakes that lend a sense of authority.

The Aston Martin DBX707 symbolizes a tour de force in automotive ingenuit y, orchestrating a symphony of performance, style, and luxury. As a testament to its prowess, the DBX707 surges into a realm where velocity harmonizes with elegance, steadfastly securing its vanguard status in the fiercely contested domain of high-performance SUVs. Why settle for the road when you can own the racetrack?

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The Spectre stuns as the marque’s first all-electric motor car.

ELECTRIC REVOLUTION

I M AG ERY CO U R T E S Y O F

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Torsten Müller-Ötvös leans forward to emphasize a point. “A journalist compared the feeling of being behind the wheel of the Spectre to the feeling of carrying the very first iPhone in your pocket in 2007.

It’s a cool statement.” I’m sitting outside in the warm evening sunshine with the man who has been the CEO of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars since 2010. Gazing out across an Austrian mountain range, the setting worthy of a showdown at a villain’s lair from a James Bond movie.

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We’re staying at the Interalpen-Hotel Tyrol near Seefeld in Austria. This proper t y is a 5-star superior hotel 1,300 m above sea level and boasts a backdrop of precipitously high mountains that tower piercingly like jagged monsters into a sparkling Austrian sky. I have 15 minutes to ask questions and no more as advised by his watchful corporate communications ma nager. On t he agenda a re a few topics including Spectre - Rolls-Royce’s first fully electric car, the business, and investment in battery production.

“When I joined, the average price of a RollsRoyce was £250,000. Today, it is half a million.

Multiply that by 6,000 (the company sold 6,021 cars in 2023) and it gives you an indication of what our turnover might be.” Wearing an immaculate white shirt with fawn chinos and deck shoes Müller-Ötvös’s choice of clothing is identical to the clothes worn by the wealthy once away from the boardroom.

“We are very shy about revealing numbers, but I can tell you we are a highly profitable company,” Müller-Ötvös explains. Rolls-Royce’s focus has always been maximizing profit and not volume. Contrast that with Bentley, which delivered 15,174 units in the same year. “The power of the brand is important because the prices you charge can be far higher.” Keeping Rolls-Royce desirable to more affluent customers in its primary markets of the US, Greater China and Europe, Müller-Ötvös has strived to make the brand as relative as possible to the Instagram generation and the faster-growing industr y moguls with money to spend. “We are now on an average age of 43. When I joined it was 56.

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“OUR CLIENTS SAID OUR CARS MUST BE A ROLLS-ROYCE FIRST AND AN ELECTRIC CAR SECOND”

The Spectre is Rolls-Royce’s first production two-door coupé to integrate 23-inch wheels in nearly a century.

—TO R S T E N M Ü L L E R - ÖT VÖS

You can’t get even younger - it’s impossible.

When I look at our global client demographics, we are well suited.”

R ol l s -R o y c e e mplo y s 2 , 5 0 0 p e ople a t Goodwood and created 150 new jobs in 2022.

With the new fully electric Spectre just unveiled at Villa d’Este in Italy, I suggest the move from ICE to fully electric is not just a big step, but a calculated risk. “We are not transitioning from combustion to electric in one go. We are doing that in transformative mode. Over the course of the next year until the end of 2030 when we will be completely electrified, we will still sell a lot of combustion-engine Rolls-Royces. There is no way to say goodbye to our lovely V12.” When pressed, Müller-Ötvös says the order intake “is mind-boggling, many though are staying with a V12 (ICE engine) and we cater for them too for years to come.”

How well have the customers embraced the new Spectre? “I think that electric propulsion fits extremely well to our brand because it is... silent,” whispers Müller-Ötvös, “it’s torquey, it aids waftability that is so well suited to the brand.” Indeed, electrification was prophesied

by Charles Rolls as the best propulsion for a car one can engineer when charging is available at the right levels.

Spectre is not Rolls-Royce’s first dabble with electric cars. In 2012 it produced a one-off Phantom and invited journalists to drive it. The feedback proved positive.

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The Spectre’s new front seat design takes notes from British tailoring, featuring stylish elements including bespoke stitching, embroider y, intricate piping.

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“Is battery technology living forever as our medium to store energy? It’s a question mark,” openly asks Müller-Ötvös. “Our parent BMW experimented with hydrogen very intensively and launched an X5 Hydrogen. Is there a day when we might change from battery to fuel cells? Yes, if it is at a level that is suitable for us and generates value for our clients we probably w i l l do s o.” I ndu s t r y reports say Rolls-Royce may move from batteries to hyd r ogen f uel cel l powertrains if and when the infrastructure exists.

For Spectre, the smallerthan-expected range of 300 miles is suggested w i t h r a p id c h a r g i n g at 195kW. Many of the compa ny’s customer s a lready ow n severa l cars and hunting down a charging station late at night is unlikely to be a deal breaker.

Any migration to an additiona l power tra in r e q u i r e s s i g n i f ic a n t investment and MüllerÖtvös doesn’t even flinch at the suggestion. “Our clients said our cars must be a Rolls-Royce first and an electric car second.

Don’t compromise my Rolls-Royce experience —TO R S T E N M Ü L L E R - ÖT VÖS for the sake of this car being electric, they said.”

Do the investments that have been made look like a shrewd long-term strategy? “All the investments we are making are paying off well.

It is a big investment with a completely new drivetrain. When we conceived the spaceframe architecture that was invested with Phantom VIII in 2017 it was made with the intention to go electric one day. Our intention is always the contribution of margins per unit that are on the highest levels.”

I ask for an opinion on the importance of the UK as a strategic location for investment in gigafactories. “That is something the gover nment needs to decide. A s a ll t he

“WHAT WE NEED TO DO IS NEVER REST ON OUR LAURELS WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION AND WHAT IS NECESSARY AS BEING SEEN A RELEVANT BRAND FOR BESPOKE.”

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suppliers are going into the electric way to maintain the automotive business in the UK, you need to think about where to source different components and batteries as very important components for an electric. As part of the BMW Group, we are looking to assuring the kind of worldwide situation for batteries not to be dependent on a single source. The more varieties on offer, the better for the industry.”

With the political sands shifting in global business more now than ever, how has the raft of new regulations and the risk of dealing with new suppliers added to Rolls-Royce’s manufacturing burden? Müller-Ötvös lets out a slight gasp, “The amount of regulations a nd red tape has grow n massively over the last 10 or 15 years, and for that reason, it is far more labor-intensive to cope with all t hese requirements worldw ide. You see different technical regulations daily and we luckily enough have support from the BMW Group with an excellent forecasting quality.”

Clearly, this is an ongoing challenge for RollsRoyce. “But I would say it is a burden and cost intensive so we need to employ more people,” continues Müller-Ötvös.

How does the CEO see Rolls-Royce staying releva nt w it hout besmirching t his most traditional of brands? “Number one - I would say one big endeavor over the next few years is to turn the brand to completely electric, and this requires a lot of investment. Number two we are at a point where the demographics are pretty ideal and would not forecast the brand is rejuvenating further”. Behind the corporate message, the striving to forecast years ahead with successful strategies is paramount. “What we need to do is never rest on our laurels when it comes to fashion and what is necessary as being seen a relevant brand for bespoke - that is something we need talk to our clients about what is relevant today and tomorrow.”

It’s time to wrap as my 15 minutes are up.

Müller-Ötvös sits back in his chair with an expression of enthusiasm. “I dare to say we are the most client-focused company in the world. I am in deep contact with our clients - we talk luxury, we talk family, we talk business - everything that is relevant and that gives me that fertilizer for my thoughts for what is relevant in the future and where we need to direct the brand.”.

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For one weekend a year, the once l e g e n d a r y co u r s e reve r b e r a te s to life when the manicured fairway takes the spotlight to one of the most remarkable automotive gatherings.

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CHR IS J E YE S , M ICHAE L FOS TE R , ROB IN TR A JANO, AND TONY L AIACONA

Revving into the Hamptons with a thunder, The Bridge VII once again paid homage to the ghostly remnants of t he depa r ted Br idgeha mpton r a c e t r a c k w her e a b y g one er a captured t he world’s imagination for much of the 20th century.

“DESPITE THE CHALLENGING I n a u g u r a t e d i n 19 5 7, t he mpton R ace WEATHER, OUR Ci r cBru itidgeha qu ick l y ga i ned a for its challenging NIMBLE TEAM reputation a nd f a s t l a y out . Ne s t le d g t he r ol l i n g h i l l s WAS ABLE TO aa ndmo nlush y of t he DELIVER TWO Hamptons,gitreener was here where driving elite of the 1960 EXTRAORDINARY the and 1970 held the world of in its grip.

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the founder of The Bridge Golf Club in 2002.

For one weekend a year, this legendary, and once most challenging course in America, reverberates to life when the manicured fairway takes the spotlight to one of the most remarkable automotive gatherings held in joint venture with event organizers Shamin Abas, the President of Shamin Abas Communications & Experiential Marketing for the World’s Finest Brands, and Jeffrey Einhorn, an automotive aficionado and attorney based in Manhattan.

ROARING IN THE HAMPTONS ON ICONIC RACEWAY GROUNDS

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Richard Mille’s golf-inspired lounge brought to life time pieces worn by race car drivers and sports enthusiast alike

This year’s installment unfolded under the shadow of challenging weather conditions, proving that true enthusiasts can conquer any obstacle. The initially limited Friday evening Collectors Recept ion expa nded to accommodate a n astounding 160 cars on display.

The automotive spectacle graced the grounds of The Bridge Golf Club, inviting guests to wander amidst t he lush greens under a captivating pink sunset. Live music and delectable offerings from Smorgasberg added to the encha nt ing a mbia nce. Rober t Rubin remarked that “ despite t he cha l leng ing weat her, our nimble team was able to deliver t wo ex traordinar y automotive experiences to our guests”.

T he present ing sponsor Richard Mille’s golf-inspired lounge brought to life timepieces that grace the wrists of race car drivers and sports enthusiasts alike such as top-ranked LPGA golfer and Olympic gold medalist, Nelly Korda.

THE BRIDGE VII LIVED UP TO ITS REPUTATION AS A CONTINUALLY EVOLVING MASTERPIECE OF AUTOMOTIVE GATHERINGS.

The display of jaw-doping machines was up to its usual sky-high standard with RollsRoyce Motor Cars’ Spectre, touted as the world’s first Ultra-Luxur y Electric Super C oupé, t a k i ng t he spot l ight . B on ha m s displayed a collection of unique cars ahead of its upcoming fall auctions. Czinger Vehicles, an innovative standout in the automotive world and this year’s automotive sponsor of the brunch at Topping Rose House, exhibited their groundbreaking human-AI designed and additive-manufactured 21C V Max. Lucid made a notable appearance with its Lucid Air Sapphire and Lucid Air Pure, offering a glimpse into the future of electric vehicles. The event also welcomed the return of longstanding partners like Lamborghini, Bentley, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, McLaren, Bugat ti, Pagani, Automobili Pininfarina, P o l e s t a r, a l l s h o w c a s i n g t h e i r l a t e s t automotive marvels.

The Bridge VII lived up to its reputation as a continually evolving masterpiece in the realm of automotive gatherings, consistently leaving enthusiasts awestruck year after year.

Here’s to an eagerly anticipated 2024!”

Highlights of the annual automotive event included Rolls-Royce’s Spectre, Czinger’s 21C V Max, and Luci’s Air Sapphire and Air Pure, among others.

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508 WICKAPOGUE RD SOUTHAMPTON, NY 11968

8 BEDROOMS | 8.5 BATHROOMS | 10,000 SQ FT | 1 ACRES LOT | $14,995,000

195 MONTAUK HWY WATER MILL, NY 11976

8 BEDROOMS | 8.5 BATHROOMS | 7,746 SQ FT | 2.06 ACRES LOT | $6,795,000

JAMES GIUGLIANO

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Mobile: 631-456-3567 jamesg@nestseekers.com

JAMES GIUGLIANO

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Mobile: 631-456-3567 jamesg@nestseekers.com

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