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The 2016 edition of the HOUSTON EXOTIC AUTO FESTIVAL & Luxury Lifestyle E-X-P-O is our once-ayear opportunity to enjoy all the luxury and exotic brands into a single event. Including luxury dealerships, top performance aftermarket exhibitors, auto clubs and a variety of magnificent brands from non-automotive industries, the show offers hundreds of private owners and collectors, the unique opportunity to celebrate their masterpieces and compete under several categories in front of the most enthusiastic and demanding audience. Fabulous trophies will be awarded today to the winners selected by a team of judges and the public. Presented by FARMERS Insurance and produced by LUXCIOR magazine, in partnership with the most prominent names in the automotive and luxury industries, we are driven by our passion for cars.
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The XchangE, courtesy of Frank M. Rinderknecht, founder and president of Rinspeed, Switzerland. | www.rinspeed.eu
Imagine your life...
WITHOUT DRIVING!
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In just a few years, this will be the future of the Houston Exotic Auto Festival.
utonomous driving is set to become reality in the near future. While the major automakers are putting the fin ishing touches on the technology, the Swiss idea factory Rinspeed puts man at the center of the autonomous car. At the Geneva Motor Show Rinspeed presented the “XchangE” study to the public in a world premiere. It demonstrated how cars will ‘move’ us just a few short years from now, in both senses of the word. Frank M. Rinderknecht describes the status quo like this: “So far hardly anyone has taken this to its logical conclusion from the perspective of the driver. After all, traveling in a driverless car will no longer require me to stare at the road, but will let me spend my time in a more meaningful way.“ And then he poses the key question: How will the interior of a vehicle have to be designed to let the now largely unburdened driver make optimal use of the gain in time? The Swiss company provides the answer with an all-electric touring sedan by the name of “XchangE”. In best Helvetic tradition it was engineered by 4erC and built at Esoro. The vehicle features
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all-new seats reminiscent of the relaxing business-class seats of major airlines. The basic idea behind the seats that offer a host of adjustment, tilting and swiveling options, comes from Otto Bock Mobility Solutions, arguably the most renowned manufacturer of medical prosthetics worldwide. This results in more than twenty possible seating arrangements - a world record. The futuristic TRW steering wheel with hands-on recognition, drive-mode-manager display in the rim and transparent multifunction keys with ambiance lighting can simply be “parked” in the middle of the instrument panel together with the innovative lightweight steering column with bionic design from Georg Fischer Automotive. This feat is made possible by the multi-redundant “steer-by-wire” technology developed by Swabian Company Paravan, similar to what can be found on modern jet aircraft. It is therefore no wonder that the smart automotive visionary with a wink negates the famous advertising slogan that has become a popular phrase: “Not even flying is better from now on!”
Prototype of the XchangE by Rinspeed.
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It doesn't matter where you go. . . it's how you get there.
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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Houston 1530 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027 | 713.297.2837
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ouston Children’s Charity is a 501(c)(3) non-profit or ganization dedicated to improving the quality of life for Greater Houston’s underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of their support is limited only by the availability of resources, and their goal is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered. It all began as a fundraiser for Lara Ward’s own children’s school – five bucks a head for a spaghetti dinner in the high school gym of a private Christian school. Over forty-million dollars and thirty years later, her drive to help children in need ranks her among the top Executive Directors of children’s charities. Over the past 19 years, through an array of capital and operating support, HCC has provided program services for over 300 agencies and more than 1,000,000 children. In addition, the Becker Emergency Fund has provided over $100,000 to assist families in an emergency crisis situation.
icapped accessible vans to families and equipped transportation to organizations with a similar mission. Including our 2015 van recipients, HCC has awarded 89 passenger vans, 28 handicapped accessible vehicles, 3 box trucks, 1 car and 2 vehicle modifications to 93 agencies and 28 individual families. In 2001, Houston Children’s Charity introduced the “Limbs for Life” program. This platform provides myoelectric and body powered prosthetic devices at no charge to families with children who have tragically suffered the loss of limbs. Fitting these children with prosthetic limbs as soon as possible after traumatic amputations or injuries helps them to reclaim their lives. Thanks to the generosity of their many supporters, scholarships are being provided to enable underprivileged youth to attend college, potentially breaking the cycle of poverty in their families. HCC has awarded scholarships, totaling $240,000, to deserving Houston area students through the Houston Children’s Charity Scholarship Fund. In 2006, Houston Children’s Charity has pledged a gift in the amount of $1,000,000 to establish the “Houston Children’s Charity Family Emergency Fund at Texas Children’s Cancer Center”. This fund is used exclusively for the fulfillment of the needs of the children and the families of children under treatment in Texas Children’s Cancer Center.
Through our “Chariots for Children”, they provide special purpose vehicles used to deliver mobility freedom not otherwise available. This program is dedicated to providing specifically designed hand-
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The doors opened to the “HCC Closet ” with GREAT success. Appointments are made giving clients an opportunity to “shop with dignity” in the boutique-styled rooms while selecting items for
each and every member of their family. The unique and special feature of the “HCC Closet” is that all donated items are provided at absolutely no cost to their clients. The ever-growing list of essential supplies needed for academic excellence should not leave families struggling. HCC’s “Back2School” program provides school-aged children with a foundation ready for great accomplishments. Overall, this annual project has helped more than 19,000 children. They believe that ALL children should walk into school on Day One with a backpack and basic supplies ready to expand their knowledge and pave their road to success. Too many of Houston’s children do not have beds and are sleeping on the floor. An opportunity for “A Better Night’s Sleep” is provided through monthly bed distributions. Through this program every child’s opportunity to sweet dreams starts with a twin mattress set, bed frame, sheets, pillow and blanket. To date, HCC has provided over 6,800 beds to children. In 2010, Houston broke the 1980 record of 32 days over 100° temperatures and ended up with 46 days over that 100° mark. Can you imagine spending 46 days in that kind of heat without an air conditioner? In 2011, out of need in our community, HCC launched “Kool Kidz.” Many families don’t have an air conditioner and with our Houston summers it can be brutal. This program has allowed 98 families the opportunity to stay cool during the hottest months of the year.
Each year, during HCC’s annual Easter and Christmas Parties, Christmas Toy Distributions, Adopt-A-Family programs, the greater Houston areas underserved get to experience some of the joys of life. Along with these events, additional Sports Outings and Cultural Event, help disadvantaged children expand their horizons. Helping the children of our community provides a positive outlook on their futures and the future of our community. HCC is making progress, assisting one child at a time, and measure its success by the number of children’s lives that are touched. Houston Children’s Charity benefits from a steadfast Executive Director and a “hands on” Board of Directors that carefully decide how to efficiently and effectively meet children’s needs. Their supporters come from all walks of life. They are people who understand that caring means giving of themselves. You will often see members of the Board of Directors, which provide over 40% of the total funding, working hand-in-hand among volunteers chaperoning children at our Annual Children’s Events. More often than not, volunteers feel they receive much more than they give. LUXCIOR magazine and the HOUSTON EXOTIC AUTO FESTIVAL & Luxury Lifestyle E-X-P-O is proud to partner with Houston Children’s Charity in this event. Please join us in this effort to make a difference in our underprivileged children. Please support HCC through the silent auction. To obtain more information about Houston Children’s Charity, please visit houstonchildrenscharity.org.
Come visit us at Houston Children's Charity Silent Auction table.
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Judging Starts at
2:30 PM
THE EXHIBITION & COMPETITION
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COMPETITION RULES
EXHIBIT AWARDS
Participants will have to conform to the following simple rules :
There will be awards for the best exhibits.
1- Privately-owned vehicles only. 2- Vehicles must fall under one of the specified categories. 3- Owner must be present.
1- Dealership Exhibit. 2- Aftermarket Exhibit. 3- Non-Automotive Exhibit.
COMPETITION CATEGORIES
THE JUDGES
EXOTIC SEDAN
E.g.: Rolls-Royce, Bentley; Maybach.
LUXURY SEDAN
E.g.: BMW 7 Series; Porsche Panamera; Mercedes Benz S-Class; Audi A8; Jaguar X +; Maserati 4 door; Aston Martin Rapid.
A team of judges will be in charge of selecting the winning vehicles under five different categories, PLUS a "Best of Show". There will also be a "People's Choice Award", picked by the public.
PERFORMANCE
E.g.: McLaren, Koenigsegg, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Lotus, Audi R8, Aston Martin Vantage or Vanquish, BMW i8, Maserati GranTurismo or GranCabrio, Mercedes Benz AMG GTS.
EXENTRIC
Any brand / model.
CLASSIC
Any model older than 1975.
The judges have been chosen for their expertise (or good taste) and reputation, in the luxury auto industry. Carmina Zamorano, CEO, Carnan Properties Dieter Lehmann, Crave Luxury Auto Emilio Aragon, Rolls-Royce of Houston Luis Galan, owner, Autodynamica Motors
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irtuosi
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We will be delighted with a select representation from this extraordinary orchestra, playing for our enjoyment from 2:30 to 4:30 PM
or 20 years, Virtuosi of Houston’s mission has been to create a pre-professional climate and performance op portunities for Houston’s most focused young musicians (11– 18 years of age), regardless of race, religion or financial status and to bring an expanded repertoire of chamber music to Houston.
Virtuosi of Houston (VoH) is a premier youth chamber orchestra for gifted instrumentalists created to increase education and performance opportunities leading to a music profession for Houston’s middle to high school age musicians and to bring an expanded repertoire of chamber works to Houston audiences. The chamber group is smaller than a typical symphony orchestra, allowing these exceptional musicians to experience increased confidence, leadership, responsibility and skill through individual attention from two world-class conductors. Talented young musicians focus on a chamber orchestra repertoire under a unique co-conductor structure of instruction and direction by two professors from the University of Houston Moores School of Music. Franz Anton Krager, Professor and Director of Orchestras and Andrzej Grabiec, Professor of Violin the founding artistic directors and conductors of VoH, actively participate in 30 pre-concert rehearsals per year. VoH holds auditions each Spring and Fall before the season begins. VOH ensures that our unique music education and professional performance opportunities are
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available to all who meet our artistic standards by offering tuition support for those who need it. According to a public opinion survey conducted by Americans for the Arts, 91% of respondents believe that the arts are vital to a well-rounded education and 96% agree that the arts belong to everyone, not just the fortunate or privileged. Local school districts cut elementary art and music programs, and in some cases only the affluent are able to access the arts. For those families who aren’t able to afford VoH programs, financial assistance is available.
WHAT WE DO AND WHO WE SERVE Our 2015–2016 season orchestra consisted of 52 members, from 32 different zip codes and three are homeschooled students. We provide between $4,000 and $20,000 in tuition assistance to low-income students annually. Any student that qualifies to be a part of the VoH orchestra is accepted regardless of their family’s financial circumstance. No student is ever turned away due to his or her family’s inability to pay the tuition. The distinct desire to provide all potential students the opportunity to engage in activities that they may not be exposed to otherwise is what drives our community impact.
VoH programs focus on expanding music education and performance opportunities through chamber music rehearsals and concerts, a concerto competition, master classes, a small ensemble program, and a small ensemble summer workshop. VoH performs four major public concerts each year. Two of those concerts are at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Zilkha Hall, one free concert at Jone’s Hall for the Houston Symphony’s Youth Orchestra Festival and one at our annual
fundraising dinner and concert. We open each season with our Opening Night Concert in December. The Youth Orchestra Festival is in January. We have the Annual Immanuel and Helen B. Olshan Annual Concerto Concert in April which features the two first place winners in the winds/piano division and the strings division. These concerts provide our students unique opportunities to perform in world-class venues typically experienced only by musicians who have already completed their university studies and achieved professional standing.
For more information about Virtuosi of Houston, please visit virtuosiofhouston.org
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