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HondaJet Elite II

Japanese car manufacturer Honda has entered the world of aviation. At the recently held European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in Geneva, Switzerland, it presented the HondaJet Elite II aircraft. The company says that it is the best plane in its class.

The aircraft has a composite body and is powered by two GE Honda HF120 engines. Elite II can easily take off from runways 1,128 meters long and has a range of 2,865 km. Honda says that the plane has the largest cabin in its class, enough for six passengers, and that it is the most economical.

When it comes to the interior, customers can choose between Onyx or Steel design, both of which feature an “executive club” configuration with two-tone leather seats that can be adjusted for maximum comfort. The plane is equipped with Bongiovi aviation sound system, which makes the passenger experience better.

It is equipped with the Garmin G3000 package and automated systems for ice, lighting and pressure. In addition, the Elite II will be offered with the Emergency Autoland function, which “automatically controls and lands the aircraft without human intervention.” The system is designed to rescue passengers in a situation where the pilot is unable to do so. The volume of the luggage space is 1,756 liters.

Honda has been certified by the US Space Administration for aviation, and is expecting certification from the European Union’s Aviation Safety Agency.

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HondaJet Elite II

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Aston Martin DB12 sold for $1.6 million

Aston Martin recently unveiled the car that changed the game, the Aston Martin DB12. This powerful flagship GT car from the iconic British brand has reached its first customer, and the first example was sold at a charity auction for $1.6 million.

The charity auction was held in Cannes, France, and many celebrities attended. The car was presented on stage by Eva Longoria and James Marsden, and other celebrities such as models Sara Sampaio, Bianca Balti, Heidi Klum, Stella Maxwell and Alessandra Ambrosio were also present. The funds will be donated to the AIDS Research Foundation.

The owner will receive his own Aston Martin DB12 signed by F1 drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll. Their signatures will adorn the hood under which will be a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine with 680 hp (500 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. That’s enough power to push the car to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h).

The car has a slightly more muscular appearance compared to its predecessor, and this is primarily due to the new front fascia, but also the fact that it is slightly wider. Inside, the center console is slightly taller with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and the finest high-quality leather is used.

According to company announcements, production of the DB12 will begin at the end of the year, and the price is still unknown.

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Aston Martin DB12 sold for $1.6 million

Source: Aston Martin

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Ferrari F40 parked on a yacht

The Ferrari F40 is the legend of the Maranello-based company and the unfulfilled dream of many. Only 1,311 copies of this model were produced, and one copy was positioned on a yacht owned by the Altr company during the race for the Monaco Grand Prix. The video of putting the Ferrari F40 on the yacht was published on the official Instagram profile of Altr.trade.

This is not the first time that something like this could be seen, because a few weeks ago billionaire Adrian Portelli lifted his McLaren Senna GTR car with a crane into a new penthouse in Melbourne, Australia. The racing car found its home on the 57th floor of the Sapphire by the Gardens tower.

Altr is an online store that enables the purchase of items using cryptocurrencies. According to the description on the official website, Altr is “a gateway to the world of luxury collectibles, offering collectors an easy way to purchase rare collectibles.” Also, it is possible to digitize the collection and create NFT.

Altr, in cooperation with the Italian dealer Car & Car, which sells high-end cars, placed the F40 on a yacht. According to some information, this F40 could be offered on Altr’s website.

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Ferrari F40 parked on a yacht

Source: Altr via Instagram

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