Stars & Cars

Nothing goes together quite like celebrity and automobiles. Steve McQueen and the Bullitt Mustang. James Dean and his Porsche Spyder. James Bond and his gadget-filled Aston Martins, Magnum P.I.'s Ferarri 308 — few things get as closely linked as a star and their car of choice. Stars & Cars exhaustively catalogs not just actors, but artists, musicians, and others whose love affair with four wheels has been almost as famous as they have.

The 72 Hour Cabin

You might think the name refers to the time they take to erect, but instead, The 72 Hour Cabin relates to the amount of time you spend there. As part of a study by the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, five people from Britain, Germany, France, and the USA, will spend their time in idyllic conditions, surrounded by nature in a glass-clad cabin while their well-being is monitored. The goal is to understand the relationship between man and nature better, perhaps prove that being in the great outdoors is healthy for us, and, quite likely, encourage people to visit Sweden.

1968 Ferrari 365 GTC Coupe

The 365 GTC marked an understanding that Ferarri's clientele not only wanted the performance and cachet of the Italian marque but also a refined car that offered a bit of comfort and civility as well. Replacing the 330 GTC, the 365 was fitted with a larger 4.4-liter version of the Colombo V12, making 365 hp and good for a 150 MPH top speed. The suspension was independent front and rear with four-wheel disc brakes, and driveline improvements reduced cabin noise and vibration — a nod to drivability. The 20th 365 GTC made, this example was purchased by Edouard Washer, brother of Belgian tennis player Philippe Washer in 1969 and goes up for auction October 6, 2017.

Big E Farm

Spread across 200 acres of Long Island's North Fork, the Big E Farm is several properties in one. 113 acres sit under vine, as the farm is home to a fully operational, award-winning vineyard, complete with multiple buildings and barn, a gallery, tasting room, and culinary center, and three cottages. Elsewhere on the property sits the massive Manor House, with five bedrooms, including a well-appointed master, five and a half bathrooms, four fireplaces, a professional chefs kitchen, a solarium, and a full basement with a therapy pool, sauna, spa, gym, and wine cellar.

Bose SoundSport Free Headphones

The Bose name is known throughout the world for high-quality sound in small packages, and now the company is ready to release their first truly wireless in-ear headphones. The SoundSport Free Headphones are engineered to stay in place and stay comfortable if you're walking to work, or sprinting towards the finish line. They play consistently and clearly whether you're staring at your phone or have it tucked away safely. And the SoundSport Headphones also feature a water-repellent mesh in the open ports, to ensure everything inside stays dry and functional while you sweat or endure an unexpected downpour.

Migaloo Kokomo Ailand Floating Habitat

Cleverly named after waterlogged masses of land, the Migaloo Kokomo Ailand Floating Habitat blurs the lines between boat and island. Its oil rig-like design is split into several different decks, including a jungle deck with palm trees and waterfalls, a spa deck with a gym and salon, and a garden deck for dining and lounging. The beach deck has multiple pools, barbecue areas, an underwater dining room, a shark-feeding station, and an outdoor cinema, while even more pools — of the infinity type — and balconies can be found on the VIP and guest deck below. A helipad makes it easy to get to and from, and a series of eight engines moves the whole thing around at speeds of up to 9 mph. You can observe all the action from the owner's penthouse, which sits 260 feet above sea level, with a glass-bottomed Jacuzzi, private beach club, and spectacular views.

1991 Honda VFR750R Type RC30 Motorcycle

There are motorcycles, and there are Holy Grails. The Honda VFR750R was made with one purpose — winning the World Superbike Championship, which it did in the first two seasons of the series' existence, 1988 and 1989. A unique 16-valve, V4 motor configuration, gear-driven camshafts, massive brakes, and 118hp made the VFR750R a wrecking ball. And don't let the road-going homologation models fool you — these are track bikes through-and-through. While there are other, more rare bikes around, the RC30's pedigree and thin veneer of civility make it a classic like no other.

Cementerio Mezcal

Some of the best mezcals in the world honor an old tradition of aging the precious spirit in glass, underground. These limited stocks are unearthed for special occasions like birthdays, weddings, and baptisms. Cementerio Mezcalero is the first release in a series of mezcals that recognizes that tradition, aged in glass underground and bottled in very limited quantities. Only 435 bottles of Cementerio are being released, and a portion of the sales will be donated to purchase tourism equipment to promote the mezcal unearthing traditionally held during the celebration of Día de Muertos (The Day of the Dead).

McLaren Invincible Shield

Built specifically for a client with reduced function and structural integrity in his rib cage and sternum, the McLaren Invincible Shield is personalized space-age armor. It consists of three main components: a triangular rigid composite shield made from Dyneema, Zylon, and carbon fibers, three gel pads, and a custom base layer. They work together to protect against impacts, routing force away from vital organs and dissipating it via the pads. Put through its paces in the same labs used by McLaren's Formula 1 team for crash tests, the shield is now presumably being worn by its owner, sitting unnoticeably underneath his shirt and protecting him from harm.

Incase NoviConnected Roller Suitcase

Travelling can be hard — hard on our bodies, hard on our stuff, and hard on our device's batteries. While it can't help with jetlag, the Incase NoviConnected Roller Suitcase can assist with the latter two issues. Made from a Makrolon polycarbonate shell with a polyester jacquard interior liner, it keeps your clothes and gear well protected. A TSA-approved lock is integrated into the side, while up top, there's the standard telescoping handle, as well as a USB port and USB-C port, both of which let you keep your gadgets juiced up via the app-controlled 10,050mAh battery pack. Available in six colors, it's finished with four removable, smooth glide wheels.

McLaren 570GT XP Green Edition

McLaren's 570GT, the slightly more civilized touring version of the 570S, is receiving the McLaren Special Operations treatment with the XP Green Edition. Limited to just six examples, this 570GT comes in the same XP Green color as the legendary F1 XP GT Longtail that went on to rack up wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and endurance racing events during the 90s and early 2000s. MSO Black external pieces, five-spoke wheels, and a custom interior with XP Green accents round out the limited edition package.

Sagaponack Barn Conversion

With a palette of walnut, steel, and travertine, the Sagaponack Barn Conversion echoes back to its rustic heritage with a modern tone. The building serves as a living area to a Hamptons weekend home with a breezeway linking the two structures. The interior is lined with wide planks of walnut, coated with a linseed oil finish and accented by a massive walnut travertine fireplace. Overlooking the space, a lofted library is accessed by a steel catwalk, also leading to a gym concealed from view. A pair of large sliding doors run down either side of the barn, allowing for open-air living during the warm summer nights.

Photos: Luca Pioltelli / Bonetti Kozerski Architecture

Universe

We're still a long way from getting to explore the stars first-hand. Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World might be the next best thing. This compilation of 300 images includes photos, paintings, sculptures, and other works either depicting or inspired by the mysterious objects in the sky. Each one is paired with an informative caption, giving you both knowledge and enjoyment.

TapMeasure

Apple's new ARKit framework, debuting in iOS 11, is going to open up loads of new possibilities for what your phone can do. First up? Replace most of the tape measure aisle at the hardware store. TapMeasure, as the name suggests, lets you make measurements of both objects and rooms with just a couple taps. Tap around a piece of artwork on your wall and it becomes a virtual laser level, letting you know when you've got it just right, and by tapping on every corner, you can get accurate 3D floor maps of your room that you can export to SketchUp for further editing.

Lowe Guardians

In London, young professionals are in need of affordable housing and property owners have a surplus of vacant space. Lowe Guardians is connecting this supply and demand for the benefit of both parties. Empty buildings are a target for squatting, vandalism, and high insurance premiums. The solution is to fill these properties with fully employed individuals to act as guardians and in return, they get great low-cost digs. Each space is equipped with kitchens, showering and washing facilities, a cleaner, and WiFi, as well as a communal space that hosts frequent social events like movie nights and barbecues.

Volvo XC40 SUV

The all-new Volvo XC40 isn't just an entirely new model — it's coming with an entirely new model of ownership. Called "Care by Volvo", the program works like a subscription service. It's a flat fee, which means things like price differences by region, down payments, incentives or negotiating are a thing of the past. Depending on availability, it also includes digital concierge services like refueling, pick-up for maintenance, and e-commerce deliveries to the car. And on top of all that, it's a Volvo. The smallest SUV in the lineup, the XC40 will be powered by 200 and 250 hp four-cylinder motors, with a three-cylinder hybrid due later in 2018.

Tjep Eau Electric Yacht Concept

Drawing cues from both electric cars and the water itself, the Eau Electric Yacht Concept is a stunning vision of the future of high-end aquatic transportation. Developed by Amsterdam-based Tjep, the 63-meter vessel has a sleek design with a ribbed aluminum hull and a droplet-shaped wheelhouse that floats high above the main deck. There's room on board for a swimming pool, helipad, tender storage, and 12 cabins, and its 100% electric propulsion system provides a cruising speed of 25 knots.

Yeti Rambler Jug

Keep up to half a gallon of cold drinks cold (or warm drinks warm) with the Yeti Rambler Jug. Built from 18/8 stainless steel, it has double-wall vacuum insulation and one inch of lid insulation. The sweat-proof design includes a MagCap that locks into place when opened, so you need not worry about misplacing it. Its rugged build can be augmented with the Rambler Jug Mount for further versatility, and pairs perfectly with the company's matching line of Rambler tumblers.

Johnnie Walker Black Label The Director's Cut Whisky

Blade Runner returns to theaters this fall, and so does a limited release of Johnnie Walker's Black Label. This classic Scotch Whisky was featured in the first film and now returns in Blade Runner 2049 in this futuristic bottle. The experimental blend is inspired by the film itself and even lines up with the movie title as it clocks in at 49% ABV. 39,000 bottles of The Director's Cut are available now for a limited time to celebrate the return of a sci-fi classic.

Bose SoundWear Companion Speaker

Typically, there are two ways to listen to music: through speakers that other people can hear, or via ear- or headphones that make your listening private but keep you isolated from the world around you. The Bose SoundWear Companion Speaker is meant to fill that gap. It wraps around your neck, resting on your shoulders and using the company's waveguide technology to deliver full, rich sound to your ears while minimizing noise for those around you. A built-in microphone pairs with an on-device button for taking calls and using Siri or Google Assistant and a series of custom designed covers let you change its looks to suit your taste.

When Sex Was Safe

For a time, auto racing was the most dangerous sport in the world. And while it is still risky, from the 1930s up through the early 1980s, go-fast technology far outpaced safety. Basics that we take for granted like safety harnesses, roll bars, fire-proof suits, and full-face helmets were novelties and even disregarded by drivers up through the 1950s. The Automobilist's When Sex Was Safe revisits the time when just stepping into a racing vehicle meant potentially losing your life, with 253 pages of history and stunning, hyper-realistic artwork that captures the daring and bravado of racing's Golden Age.

Lone Madrone House

Situated on the rocky coastline of Orcas Island, the Lone Madrone House uses local materials to blend into its rustic landscape. The exterior of the home is clad in western red cedar shingles, while a green roof attempts to replace the land that was disrupted during construction. Lined in douglas fir, the main living area plays host to a kitchen, dining, and living room flanked by a pair of sliding glass wall panels. These glazed doors open to create a direct dialogue with the natural surroundings, as well as provide expansive views of the sea to the south.

Photos: Sean Airhart / Heliotrope Architects

Land Rover Heritage Driving Experience

Even with far more refined options available, the Defender remains a benchmark for off-road performance. The Land Rover Heritage Driving Experience now gives you a chance to drive this legendary truck, state-side. Available as a half-day or full-day event, the program will provide you with insight into the Defender's heritage before you set off behind the wheel alongside current Rover models, tackling trails made from grass, mud, water, and more with the help of expert instructors. Available at the Land Rover Experience Centers in California, Vermont, and North Carolina.

Profoto A1 Studio Light

It looks like an external flash, yet Profoto insists the A1 is just as capable as its studio lights. From a glance, its round head indicates it's different than a standard speedlight, delivering natural, pleasing illumination with a smooth fall-off. A smart magnetic mount makes adding shapers and modifiers a breeze, a zoom function controls the spread with ease, and the built-in modeling light lets you see what you're getting before you take the shot. Powered by a high-capacity Li-ion cell, it lasts up to four times longer and recycles four times faster than typical on-camera solutions, has built-in Air Remote and AirTTL for wireless operation, and can function off-camera as part of a larger system. Available for Canon and Nikon cameras.

Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo EVO

If the Lamborghini Huracán just isn't enough for you, you're in luck. The Italian supercar manufacturer has taken the wraps off the Super Trofeo EVO, an evolution of the spec-series Super Trofeo race car. The EVO retains the 612 hp, 5.2-liter V10 and 6-speed sequential gearbox, but gets an even more aggressive aero package that took 1.5 seconds off the lap time at Monza versus the previous Super Trofeo. The car will compete in Lamborghini's one-make racing series, and is eligible for global GT racing as well. Deliveries will start in 2018.

Renault Symbioz Concept

Photographing concept cars outside equally futuristic homes is nothing new. The Renault Symbioz Concept is the first we've seen to incorporate the house as part of the concept itself. The car itself, envisioned as a vehicle for the 2030s, is electric, autonomous, and fully connected. On the road, it offers a welcoming, home-like atmosphere, but when parked inside the home, it doubles as an extra room. Since it was designed as a living room, it can serve as an extension of that space. With the doors closed, it can become a private space for office or work. Or, most fantastically, a lifting platform can raise the car all the way to the rooftop terrace, where it offers views of your surroundings. Also, the car can also function as a backup battery for the home in the event of a blackout, powering screens, appliances, and, after dark, lights, while the home's glass facade provides natural light throughout the day.

Malibu Dream Airstream

Perched on a cliffside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Malibu Dream Airstream isn't your average campsite. Infront sits the California coast, while miles of untouched wilderness surrounds you on all three sides. The Airstream itself has been gutted down to its aluminum shell and reworked as an open studio featuring a queen-sized bed, kitchenette, and sitting area with a pull-out sofa. A glazed panel replaces the oceanfront wall, offering views to the entire interior as well as access to a cantilevered deck that looks out to the horizon beyond.