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Rolls Royce, the luxury automobile manufacturer, is introducing a Picnic Cabinet Set for its most discerning customers. The Picnic Set is poised to further excite Rolls Royce clients and lend an added touch of elegance to summer outings.

Available exclusively through private commission and crafted out of leather and wood, the Picnic Cabinet is equipped with crockery and cutlery to serve four and prominently displays the Rolls Royce emblem. This Picnic Cabinet Set is sure to make an appearance at some of the toniest summer vacation spots.

Audi is positioned to compete with other high-end luxury brands with the release of its A9 Hybrid Concept. Its current flagship model, the A8, has a starting price of only $74,550, but this new concept would be priced much higher. The vehicle, creative brainchild of Spanish designer Daniel Garcia, is built with nanotechnology that allows it to automatically self-repair. This futuristic material would cover the windshield and roof, and would immediately fix any damages to those parts of the car. The vehicle would also be able to change color at the push of a button, thanks to a new “electronic paint”. Garcia proposed a low-emission engine setup, which would make the car eco-friendly as well as stylish.

A UK design company, Design Q, has just introduced the Q-VR Range Rover. Created along the lines of a private jet for land, this inimitable automobile features a cigar humidor, mini-spa centre, drinks chiller and many other enviable features.

Originally unveiled at the Dubai International Motor Show, this vehicle is designed to take VIP travel to the next level in the Middle East. The futuristic Q-VR offers all the embellishments of a private-jet, and lends a new meaning to the term “luxury automobile”.

Luxury car brand Bentley are setting up a luxury boutique at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show which will sell their branded merchandise.

As expected from a company so associated with the luxury lifestyle, the products on offer will be both expensive and exclusive.

Top luxury products to look out for include these Bentley Tibaldi pens. The Mulsanne pen is expected to be the biggest seller because it is styled to match the Bentley Mulsanne car. Only 90 of these pens have been made and according to Bentley they’ll cost €3,900-€4,500.

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Harley-Davidson Motors just introduced this limited edition 2010 FLHTCUTG Tri-Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle to its Shrine model.  The 2010 FLHTCUTG Tri-Glide Ultra Classic is being made available first to the company’s’ members in Arctic White with Red & Gold pinstripes or for Jester members in Concord Purple with Violet & Burgundy pinstripes.

This Tri-Glide Ultra Classic has been available to order since 27^th January 2010 but due to it’s limited quantity the order window will be closed on Friday, March 5, 2010. This offer is valid for the model year 2010 only and may not be offered again in the 2011 model year.

For more information, visit www.harley-davidson.com or see your Harley-Davidson dealer to order one.

Michael Goretzky designed this 60lb, human powered vehicle. Combining two forward wheels with the aerodynamics of a car give the Velocipede speed and the recumbent seat in the cockpit, a feeling of comfort and luxury. Crafted from carbon fiber (the same material used in aircrafts and race cars), this peddling pod will set you back $13,999.95.

Peugeot, French automaker reveled their SR1 concept car at the Geneva Motor Show this March.  Style is obviously evident with the sleek frame and swooping sidelines fluidly merging into the windows and windshield. But the sexy style also as a practicality objective, a low center of gravity provides the driver with optimal handling. Peugeot’s newest HYbrid4 technology combining a 1.6 Liter THP gas burning lump which provides 218 HP in the front and an electric motor adding an additional 95 HP in the back.

London luxury car dealer H.R.Owen predicts a better future for 2010 after working at a loss during 2009 due to the global recession.  The company sells brands including Ferrari, Porsche and Rolls Royce was faced with job losses and restructuring that they believe places them in a better and more dynamic position that will lead to profits during 2010.

Shares on the London Stock Exchange jumped by 6.6% following the announcement.

Lexus finally unveiled the production version of the Lexus LFA at the Tokyo Motor Show; car enthusiasts have been waiting nine years for this unveiling and like me couldn’t contain their excitement. With only 500 units being made, might be time to race to your local Lexus dealer if you want your hands on one. The key dynamics to the Lexus LFA is its lightweight construction with the chassis and bodywork made of CFRP – carbonfibre reinforced plastic. The Lexus LFA offers four times the strength of aluminum and weighs 100kg less on an LFA-sized chunk. The engine is 115bhp/litre specific and output is ten per cent better than the Prancing Horse’s.

In terms of specifications the Lexus LFA has a 4.8-liter V10 with 560 ps (552 bhp), 354 lb-ft torque, a zingy 9,000 rpm redline, six-speed sequential gearbox, 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 202 mph. Price tag is $375,000.

Pedal bikes aren’t necessarily the first thing that pops into your head when you think ‘luxury’ but that’s all set to change with the launch of Mercedes’ luxury folding bike.

Lightweight, practical, good-looking and high-tech this new luxury folding bike is ideal for traveling the eco-friendly way without compromising on style.

The Mercedes-Benz bicycle takes only a few seconds to fold up thanks to it’s clever design. Plus, unlike some other bikes you can also fold down the bike seat to make it even more compact when you’re not riding it.

The bike boasts disk brakes, bolt lock, hardwearing tyres and an 8-speed gear shift. The whole bike frame is also coated in a protective covering to prevent scratches and damage.

Priced at $2,400, it’s definitely worth leaving your Mercedes E-Class at home every once in a while to enjoy a ride round the city on one of these luxury folding bikes from Mercedes-Benz!