Discover watches that capture the spirit of automotive in their designs.
Cars represent passion and freedom to many people, providing more than simply means of transportation; they’ve become integral components of lifestyle choices and habits. Automobile enthusiasts also share an affinity with watchmaking; watches inspired by automobiles exude elegance with their sophisticated designs, technical innovations and attention to details inspired by automotive culture. These watches go beyond being mere accessories for car enthusiasts. Automotive-themed watches have long been an indispensable piece for car fans and watch collectors alike, reflecting either their dynamic models that emulate racing cars or more elegant options that encapsulate luxury automobiles. We will explore different watch models inspired by automobiles in this article, learning more about this special combination that unites them together more intimately.
Richard Mille’s McLaren inspired Richard Mille RM11-03 is now for sale!
Richard Mille and McLaren Automotive unveiled the inaugural collaborative watch model designed between them at Geneva International Motor Show: the RM11-03 McLaren. Created closely in cooperation with McLaren Design Director Rob Melville, it represents both brands’ shared interest in unique design, new materials and modern craftsmanship – its carbon case being particularly durable while simultaneously featuring McLaren’s distinctive colors.
Titanium buttons echoing the headlight design of McLaren 720S reflect its headlight style while titanium details add eye-catching accents and features including McLaren logo as eye-catchers. Housing an automatic RMAC3 titanium caliber equipped with flyback chronograph function and variable inertia balance wheel provides 55 hours power reserve while Richard Mille pays close attention to every detail, like featuring variable geometry rotor for accurate time keeping and exceptional performance in this limited edition masterpiece. Richard Mille presents their masterpiece RM11-03 McLaren as limited edition masterpiece offering car and watch enthusiasts alike an exceptional design experience and outstanding performance experience!
Roger Dubuis’ Excalibur Huracan Black
The Roger Dubuis Excalibur Huracan Black watch is an exceptional timepiece that resulted from an ambitious collaboration between legendary watch brand Roger Dubuis and Lamborghini automotive. This timepiece stands out due to its exceptional performance, bold design, and high craftsmanship – specifically its black DLC-coated titanium case carrying Excalibur characteristics; emphasising both durability and lightness while reflecting Lamborghini Huracan spirit through design details.
Mechanical components visible in the background provide watch enthusiasts with an unmissable experience, symbolizing both craftsmanship and automotive world. Furthermore, the automatic winding rotor of this watch was specifically fashioned after Lamborghini Huracan wheels for added authenticity and visual impact. With 45 mm in diameter and water resistance of 5 bar as well as featuring black DLC coating on bezel with antireflective-coated sapphire crystal and metallic Excalibur Huracan logo on caseback this limited-edition timepiece offers unique options for car and watch enthusiasts alike!
Jacob & Company: Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon
Jacob & Co’s Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon watch was much anticipated. Inspired by its W16 engine design of the Bugatti Chiron and featuring details such as an animated sapphire crystal block with motor-working animation as well as suspension mechanisms; limited to only 126 pieces this watch exemplifies exquisite watchmaking craftsmanship at its highest level.
Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon watches are highly prized among car and watch enthusiasts looking for luxury, excellence, and originality – and are especially sought-after collectors items as a symbol of power and speed.
Rolex Daytona “Le Mans”
This exquisite Rolex watch designed exclusively to mark 100 years since Le Mans 24 Hours Race was produced is truly special – made out of white gold with an intriguing transparent case back, which allows watch enthusiasts to witness all its mechanical complexity, precision, and outstanding craftsmanship at work in real time! A collector’s item worthy of any collection.
Rolex has commemorated Le Mans’ 100th Anniversary by offering this limited-edition watch featuring its bezel featuring red “100s.” Not only can car enthusiasts and collectors of watches appreciate it but car lovers might find this watch captivating too! This watch offers both visually stimulating and technically superior experience; making this special edition watch ideal.
Chopard Mille Miglia
The Chopard Mille Miglia watch model symbolizes its longstanding association with Italy’s 1000 Miglia race since 1988. Since that year, they have provided timeless watches from this legendary event from Brescia to Rome in Italy; using 43mm diameter titanium cases with Coal Gray dials featuring Super-LumiNova coated numerals which capture attention during this challenging and rewarding race. The watch created specifically for this race is notable by featuring Super LumiNova coated numerals which catch your eye, featuring Super LumiNova coated numerals to draw your eye immediately during each race day!
Water resistant up to 100 meters, this special edition watch boasts an automatic mechanical movement with an impressive power reserve of 60 hours and prominently displays “100” on the bezel as a tribute to Le Mans’ 100th year – ideal for car enthusiasts and watch collectors looking for visually captivating yet technically superior experiences! Suitable for use under water.
IWC Pilot Watch “Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team”
IWC and Mercedes-AMG Petronas recently entered into an official sponsorship agreement, creating this limited edition watch as an outcome. Crafted with lightweight yet durable titanium for optimal wearability and featuring an automatic chronograph mechanism with 46 hours power reserve. Also featured is its two-sided antireflective-coated convex sapphire crystal secured using an antipressure system to counter any issues from changes in air pressure changes.
It features an additional day and date display, chronograph functions that measure hours, minutes and seconds and comes equipped with an additional strap – perfect to commemorate IWC’s long standing relationship with Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, one of the leading names in high performance racing and prestige watchmaking.