Electronic music and automotive culture have always spoken the same language. Both are about engineering translated into sensation. Both reward obsessive attention to mechanical detail. Both deliver a particular kind of euphoria — the kind that comes when a perfectly tuned system is operating exactly as it was designed to. The DJ who has spent a decade learning how to read a dancefloor with the precision of a racing driver reading tarmac is not accidentally drawn to supercars. The connection is structural.
The financial reality of headline EDM success has made it possible — and for many artists, almost inevitable — to pursue car collecting with the same intensity that drives their music. This guide covers the verified car collections of twelve of EDM's most prominent artists — the specific makes, models, stories, and personalities behind the machines — along with the dream rides that define where this culture is heading.
The Collections
1. Afrojack — The Bugatti Collector
Nick van de Wall, better known as Afrojack, is a true automotive enthusiast. He has confirmed ownership of two Bugattis: a Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse and a Bugatti Chiron, both wrapped in matching blue camouflage. The Veyron is no standard model; it produces 1,200 horsepower from its 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine. His collection also includes a Ferrari 458 Italia, a Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, and an Audi R8.
2. Deadmau5 — The Car Customizer
Joel Zimmerman, or deadmau5, is famous for his creative approach to car ownership. His "Purrari" Ferrari 458 Italia, wrapped in a Nyan Cat theme, became a piece of internet history after a legal confrontation with Ferrari. His collection has also featured a McLaren P1, a Lamborghini Huracan "Purracan," and a McLaren Senna. For him, these cars are extensions of his artistic practice.
3. Martin Garrix — The Collection Builder
Martin Garrix began his collection with a Lamborghini Murcielago at age 22. His garage has since expanded to include a Ferrari 458 Italia, a Ferrari 488 GTB, a BMW i8, and a Rolls Royce Phantom, showcasing a diverse appreciation for automotive excellence.
4. Calvin Harris — The McLaren DJ
Calvin Harris's journey from a second-hand Vauxhall Nova to a collection featuring a McLaren 12C, a McLaren 675LT, an Aston Martin DB11, and a Bugatti Veyron is a classic rags-to-riches narrative. Interestingly, he has cited the Tesla Model S as one of his favorite daily drivers.
5. Tiësto — Lamborghini, Bugatti, and the Rolls
Tiësto, a pioneer of the genre, maintains a collection that reflects his long-standing success. His garage includes a Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, a Bugatti Veyron, and a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, often spotted at high-profile F1 events.
6. Hardwell — The Bugatti Obsessive
Hardwell owns a limited-edition Bugatti Veyron Super Sport in matte black. This vehicle, capable of reaching 267 mph, represents his success and his passion for technical performance, mirroring his own meticulous approach to music production.
7. Black Coffee — The Grammy Winner's Garage
Black Coffee boasts a diverse collection valued at over $5.4 million. His fleet includes a Lamborghini Huracan STO, a Ferrari 458 Speciale, a Maserati MC20, and a Rolls-Royce Spectre, the latter signaling his interest in sustainable luxury.
8. Steve Angello — The Ferrari Dream Realized
Steve Angello still keeps a childhood drawing of a Ferrari on his wall. Today, he owns a McLaren F1, a Porsche 911, and a Mercedes G-Class, among others, proving that his early aspirations were just the beginning.
9. REZZ — Space Mom's Audi R8
REZZ drives an Audi R8 wrapped in matte black with red details, a choice that perfectly aligns with her futuristic stage aesthetic and visual identity.
10. Marshmello — The Wrapped SUV Fleet
Marshmello's collection is defined by his brand identity, featuring twin white Lamborghini Aventadors and a Mercedes G550 adorned with his signature face logo.
11. Steve Aoki — The Customized Ferrari
Steve Aoki views his cars as extensions of his brand. His Ferrari 458 Spider features his logo, and his Scion FR-S is famously equipped with a custom Pioneer speaker system and a fog machine, turning the vehicle into a mobile party venue.
12. Carl Cox — The Vintage Muscle Purist
Carl Cox stands out by favoring vintage American muscle and European classics over modern hypercars. For him, collecting is an act of cultural archaeology, respecting the history and mechanical soul of the machines.
What EDM's Car Culture Is Telling Us
The pattern across these collections reveals that for many artists, automotive choices are a form of self-expression. Whether it is the Bugatti ecosystem favored by festival headliners or the sustainable luxury of the Rolls-Royce Spectre, the genre's car culture continues to evolve. Ultimately, the thrill of the open road and the precision of a perfectly crafted track share the same DNA: a pursuit of engineering as sensation.
